2020-2021学年上海市长宁区高三英语一模试卷 配答案和听力文本
2020学年长宁区第一学期高三英语教学质量检测试卷（满分140分，考试时间120分钟）I.Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections:In Section A,you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers.At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and the question about it,read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A.$10. B.$17.C.$100.D.$70.2. A.At a department store. B.At an airport.C.At a hospital.D.At a hotel.3. A.Patient and doctor. B.Coach and athlete.C.Student and teacher.D.Boss and secretary.4. A.Looking at a map. B.Going on a diet.C.Attending a party.D.Talking to Mary.5. A.Go for an outing. B.Buy some clothes.C.Go swimming.D.Forecast the weather.6. A.She fully agrees with the man. B.She is uncertain about the weather.C.She disagrees with the man.D.She thinks the man is always late.7. A.Dr.Brian is always busy on Mondays. B.A waiter visited Dr.Brian last Monday.C.Patients can usually see Dr.Brian as scheduled.D.Dr.Brian forgot to put the man on the schedule.8. A.She speaks highly of the man’s decision. B.She is crazy about skydiving in the countryside.C.She advises the man to go on holiday with Marc.D.She suggests that the man reconsider his plan.9. A.Tom survived the accident unbelievably. B.The police helped him come out of the car.C.The wall was knocked down completely.D.Tom’s car was still in good condition.10. A.It’s convenient to shop in supermarkets. B.Convenience stores are not really convenient.C.Certain items sell well in convenience stores.D.Customers pay more in convenience stores. Section BDirections:In Section B,you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation,and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation.The passages and the conversation will be read twice,but the questions will be spoken only once.When you hear a question,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions11through13are based on the following passage.11. A.The balance between school work and exercise.B.The link between a healthy body and a healthy mind.C.The change of the timetable in public schools.D.The strong scientific evidence of staying healthy.12. A.By allowing students to do physical exercise.B.By asking students to do problem-solving tasks.C.By doing experiments on American students.D.By persuading teachers to improve students’grades.13. A.Students had more chances to do exercise.B.Physical education courses became popular.C.Students did better in their school work.D.Running for40minutes a day was required.Questions14through16are based on the following passage.14. A.Sisters. B.Classmates.C.Relatives.D.Pen friends.15. A.The club encouraged its members to make friends.B.Making a long-distance call at that time was costly.C.Writing to each other helped to improve school work.D.Instant communication wasn’t available for average people.16. A.Maggie and Tessa had met before.B.Maggie’s long blond hair was eye-catching.C.Tessa called Maggie with a cellphone.D.Maggie’s grandchildren spotted Tessa.Questions17through20are based on the following conversation.17. A.The great demand for tourists. B.The endangered food supplies.C.The difficulty to keep warm.D.The extreme and changeable weather.18. A.It’s going to rain. B.A clear sky will appear soon.C.It’s going to snow.D.It will be unseasonably warm.19. A.Once a week. B.Three times a day.C.Every other day.D.Twice a week.20. A.To enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Alaska. B.To learn how to fly a bush plane there.C.To experience sending mails to St Lawrence.D.To help to take food supplies to Alaska.II.Grammar and vocabularySection ADirections:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.For perhaps the first time in the history of modern education,millions of primary and secondary students may begin the new school year from home.Pupils in England should return to schools in September,but Covid-19 cases21(rise),so this may not be possible.Scientists also warn that there will be many more cases when pupils return to schools.Some parents may choose not to send their children back22their family’s safety.Teachers are worried about children who23(fall)behind in their school work.Parents and carers are feeling anxious about the need to balance work and home schooling.But an experiment by an18th-century French schoolmaster,Jackboot,may help them to worry less about home schooling.Jackboot had to teach in Belgium.His pupils spoke only Flemish,and he spoke only French.He gave his students a novel24(write)in his mother tongue and a French dictionary.He encouraged them to teach themselves.It worked.Learning does not only happen when someone older puts information into the learner’s mind.Think about how often children and even adults learn from trial and error,from learning to ride a bike to25(use)a new technology.Learning happens when you ask children difficult questions at the dinner table,encourage them to build a tree-house or find things for themselves on Wikipedia.In the18th century,when only the sons of rich men got a school education,Jackboot wanted to show 26poor children could learn.Parents could teach them by encouraging and asking questions.It’s the same today.27students have the right resources28(explore)ideas for themselves,many people can “teach”–including carers and parents during a pandemic(流行病).However,some poorer students will do worse 29they do not have access to the Internet.Jackboot showed that learning does not only happen in a classroom and that human beings are learning beings:they know hardly anything at birth30seek out and develop incredible capacities.That shouldmake us less worried about children during this difficult time and more hopeful about ourselves.Section BDirections:Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box.Each word can be used only once.Note that there is one word more than you need.A.curiosityB.inspiredC.visionmunicationE.possibilitiesmittedG.hookedH.investigateI.challengingJ.recognizeK.attentionI’ve always been an optimist and I suppose that is rooted in my belief that the power of creativity and intelligence can make the world a better place.For as long as I can remember,I’ve loved learning new things and solving problems in seventh grade.So when I sat down at a computer for the first time,I was31.It was an old Teletype machine.But it changed my life.When my friend and I started Microsoft,we had a 32of“a computer on every desk and in every home,”which probably sounded too optimistic,but we believed personal computers would change the world.And they have.After30years,I’m still as33by computers as I was back in seventh grade.I believe computers are the most incredible tool we can use to feed our34and inventiveness to help us solve puters have transformed how we learn,giving kids everywhere a window into all of the world’s knowledge.They’re helping us build35around the things we care about and stay close to the people who are important to us, no matter where they are.Like my friend Buffett,I feel particularly lucky to do something every day that I love to do.He calls it“tap-dancing to work.”My job at Microsoft is as36as ever,but what makes me“tap-dance to work”is when we show people something new,like a computer that can37your handwriting or your speech,and they say,“I didn’t know you could do that with a PC!”I believe that my own fortune brings with it a responsibility to give back to the world.My wife and I have been38to improving health and education in a way that can help as many people as possible.I’m still optimistic,and I believe that progress on even the world’s toughest problems is possible.We’re seeing new drugs for deadly diseases,and new39paid to the health problems in the world.I’m excited by the40I see for medicine,for education and of course for technology.And I believe that through our natural inventiveness,creativity and willingness to solve tough problems,we’re going to make some amazing achievements in all these areas in my lifetime.III.Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A,B,C and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Since Peter Singer published Animal Liberation in1975,animal rights activists thought animals should be granted the same rights as humans.Referring to scientific studies showing animals41“human characteristics”，they argue animals should be protected with the same rights.So why don’t animals have the same legal status(身份）as humans？The line of reasoning in favor of granting animals equal rights to humans42the fact that scientists have found characteristics in animals we normally43with humans.A group of scientists showed monkeys demonstrate self-consciousness at the same level as humans.This has usually served as a justification for human rights,so why don’t we grant equal rights to monkeys?The truth is,44convincing scientific evidence,the argument for granting at least some animals the same rights as humans can’t be justified philosophically.An adequate argument for animal rights would require further philosophical inquiry and not just descriptive45.We can feel pity for animals being treated badly and strive to protect them from such treatment.This,46,doesn’t mean animals should enjoy the same legal status as humans.There is a strong reason for47that rights only apply to humans.While fundamental rights surely are valuable in their nature,they would be worthless without a system to48them.That is why we expect other people to respect our rights.The system that defends our rights is the fact that other people are obliged by49in their behaviors towards us.In our daily life,we experience numerous situations in which bad guys could50from violating(侵犯)our rights.Nevertheless,we see,of course,with some exceptions,that individuals cooperate and respect other people’s rights.Rights and duties are two sides of the same coin,and one cannot51to have certain rights without having to observe the dutiesIf it is my claim to live freely on my property without being bothered,my neighbor’s duty prevents him from violating my right to property and life.Suppose,however,he breaks in and damages my property.He will then be held responsible in a court of law,for he has52his duty to respect my rights.This is completely reasonable, but we will certainly face53if my property was violated by an elephant.If we assume that animals are granted the same legal status as humans,54requires that we now drag the elephant into court.Remember,if an animal were to have such rights,it would logically also have social duties. Therefore,it is now55to the same legal procedures as humans.This raises practical questions:Who will defend the animal in court?And will the animal be able to comprehend what is going on?41.A.acquiring B.desiring C.displaying D.respecting42.A.explores B.challenges C.overlooks D.emphasizes43.A.treat B.associate C.deal D.bear44.A.considering B.despite C.instead of D.according to45.A.conclusions B.performances C.experiments D.messages46.A.in return B.for instance C.therefore D.however47.A.denying B.maintaining C.recognizing D.suggesting48.A.approve B.demand C.ensure D.reserve49.A.contracts B.possession C.faith D.duties50.A.profit B.keep C.learn D.result51.A.afford B.claim C.pretend D.determine52.A.assigned B.declared C.failed D.fulfilled53.A.dangers B.questions C.charges D.obstacles54.A.agreement B.justice C.criticism D.frustration55.A.open B.addicted C.subject D.relevantSection BDirections:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.AThe first thing we notice about new people are their faces.The next time we see these people,we remember them because we remember their faces.This seems like a simple process.However,scientists found that it is not such a simple process.The section of the brain that is responsible for face recognition seems to work differently for different people.Some people have great difficulty remembering and recognizing faces,while others almost never forget a face.Normal babies are born with a natural ability to recognize faces.In fact,their face recognition abilities are much better than their parents.Babies are highly skilled at face recognition at six months.But by nine months, they lose this skill.By nine months,a baby’s face-recognition skills are about the same as an adult’s.Unfortunately,some people are not born with this ability to recognize faces.The part of the brain that is responsible for face recognition doesn’t work for them.This condition is called face blindness.People with very severe face blindness cannot even recognize their own faces.In fact,people with this condition can sometimes befrightened when they look in the mirror.They don’t recognize their own face,so for a second they are startled when they see this unfamiliar face.Face blindness is not always severe.Scientists believe up to10percent of the population may be affected by face blindness to some degree,yet many people with mild face blindness might not even know they have it.They have no reason to know they are different from anyone else until someone points it out.This is similar to people with color blindness.Colorblind people can’t see the difference between certain colors such as red and green,until someone tells them that green and red are two different colors.There is no cure for face blindness.So for the time being,people with face blindness need to find simple techniques to compensate for their problem.They can try to recognize people by their hairstyle,their voice,or their glasses.Hopefully,in the future as scientists learn more about this condition,they will find a cure.56.The first paragraph is mainly about___________________________.A.the way to improve one’s face-recognition skillsB.the fact that some people have face-recognition problemsC.the simple process of the brain to recognize others’facesD.the importance of face recognition in human communication57.When do people have the keen skills of face-recognition?A.At birth.B.In adolescence.C.Half a year old.D.Nine months old.58.The bold word“startled”in the3rd paragraph is closes in meaning to__________________.A.confusedB.surprisedC.excitedD.depressed59.What does the author think of the problem of face blindness?A.People need to take it seriously.B.It affects a great number of people.C.It can be cured in the near future.D.Certain techniques can make up for it.BCAREERS&MANAGEMENTMany large companies now use applicant-tracking systems(ATSs).As the name suggests,such systems help recruiters track and manage applicants.They also select the best candidates and filter out the rest.How can you make sure that your application gets past the robots and reaches a human recruiter? Here’s what the expert,DEBORAH CAPRAS,says.●Use the right format(格式）Most applications are removed because they are not formatted in way these systems can read and interpret:Amanda Augustine,career expert at Presumption,explains to CNBC Make It.Check which format is specified in the job ad before you upload your application.It's usually Microsoft Word format.●Keep it simpleAvoid columns and tables,as many systems have problems recognizing where these start and end. According to Alludes,a specialist recruitment company,you should keep the structure and format simple.“Don't get fancy,”advises Alludes on its e standard fonts(Arial or Caliban).Excessive formatting or decorative elements might present an unreadable mess to the ATSs.●Stick to traditionsUse traditional categories,such as“Achievements”,“Education”,“Professional qualifications”,“Skills”and“Work experience”.These systems are programmed to sort the information into such categories.“There is no standard you have to follow,”says Nick Francis of Silencer,“but you shouldstick to the most popular or most frequently used ones to be safe,”he tells CNBC Make It.Understand the algorithms(算法)“ATS algorithms aren’t that different from the human algorithms,”Jon Shields,marketing managerat Jacobson,tells The Muse.“We’re all kind of skimming for the same things,”he says.The system first skims your application for specific key words,then it ranks candidates who match the job description well.This doesn’t mean you should copy and paste directly from the job description into your application.You should reuse expressions that are recognized industry terms.This is important when listing job titles,qualifications or achievements.If you're not sure which ones to include,use an online tool to find the right words.Basically,even if you are highly qualified,unless you include the right search terms in your application,a human recruiter will never meet you.60.Applicant-tracking systems(ATSs)are used for________________________.A.formatting the uploaded applicationsB.collecting applicants’data from their applicationsC.helping companies find qualified candidatesD.promoting applicants’career development61.Which of the following is NOT DEBORAH CAPRAS’advice?A.Check the format used in your application before uploading it.B.Keep the structure and format of your application simple.C.Stick to the most popular or frequently used categories.D.Avoid using expressions that are recognized industry terms.62.This brochure mainly talks about________________________.A.where applicants should send their applicationsB.how applicants could get their applications past ATSsC.what applicants must do in preparing for an interviewD.why ATS algorithms work in the same way as human’sCIn2020,we can expect new developments in voice technology.These include technology that can understand regional accents and gender-neutral(中性的)voice assistants.People have criticized products such as Alexa and Siri because they often misunderstand women and people with regional accents.In response to this criticism,the voice tech industry is trying to become more inclusive by introducing a range of new projects.One study asked people to read out different news headlines and then looked at what Alexa thought people had said.The difference between what the people said and what Alexa understood was30%bigger for people with non-native accents. Recent research also shows that Google’s speech recognition is13%more accurate for men than it is for women.A project that wants to make voice tech more inclusive is Project Q.It is a gender-neutral voice assistant expected to be launched in2020.“Current voice technology is gendered,”says Ryan Sherman,of Project Q.“Siri or Google Assistant mainly start out as female by default(默认）,so we asked a question:why do we gender AI? Research shows that female voices are more compliant.Male voices indicate superiority and intelligence.All voice tech only offers two options.”Project Q launched in2019with a prototype voice developed by non-binary（非二元性别的）linguists.They asked a sample of4,500people from across Europe whether it sounded male or female.The answers were split 50/50.“We want this voice to be used in voice assistants but also in metro stations,games,etc.There is huge potential,”says Sherman.Other companies are also trying to diversify voice tech.Mozilla launched the Common Voice project in2019 to find global voices to help diversify AI speech.“Companies that started years ago with voice recognition often got their data from public radio,”said Katharina Borchert,from Mozilla.“Those were mostly male,native speakers with really trained voices.There are not a lot of female voices,and it doesn’t have people with regional accents.That’s why the early version had real problems understanding women.So the larger the diversity ofspeakers,the greater the quality in the end.”The BBC is developing a voice assistant called Beeb to be launched in2020,designed to respond to users’requests.Mukul Devichand,executive editor of voice and AI,says it is also looking at how to respond better to regional accents.“We’ve been involving people from all corners of the country to make sure that our conversation assistant represents regional accents,”he says.Dr Saul Albert,of Loughborough University,is not sure that these projects give full assistance and highlights one area that needs attention.“Amazon,Google and other technology companies are going to have to involve disabled people in design,”he says.“There are standard features in products like the Google Home and the Amazon Echo,as well as Google’s Euphonia project,which learns the voice patterns of users with speech impairments(障碍).”Dr Leigh Clark,of Swansea University,is more optimistic,but he says there are still important things to remember when developing some of these projects:“If we have gender-neutral voices,do these become the norm or do these become another option for the user to choose?”63.The products like Alexa and Siri were criticized,because______________________.A.their voices got from Europeans were split into half male and half femaleB.they had difficulty recognizing women and those with regional accentsC.regional accents and gender-neutral voice assistants were includedD.they boasted about the great efficiency of their voice assistants64.How did the companies solve the problem of understanding women?A.By launching Project Q and developing Beeb.B.By collecting voice data from public radios.C.By adding regional accents to the data base.D.By diversifying voice tech with global voices.65.What’s the principle of designing voice assistants?A.Voice assistants mainly started out as female by default.B.Standard features must be included in voice assistants.C.The more diverse the speakers,the greater the quality in the end.ers with speech impairments can’t have the priority in design.66.What’s the best title of this passage?A.Expecting new developments in voice tech.B.Responding to users with speech impairments.C.Solving the problem of understanding women.D.Developing voice assistants for metro stations.Section CDirections:Read the passage carefully.Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box.Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are two more sentences than you need.A.The arguments among her New Zealand-based suppliers about the use of live animals became heated.B.They can respond to questions,swim happily in tanks and are not harmed by close contact with visitors.C.He added that the robots did not cost anything to keep and didn’t need temperature-controlled water.D.A robotic bottlenose dolphin cost four times more than normal dolphins but would last much longer.E.In nature,dolphins live in close family groups,but in captivity,they’re forced to interact with strangers.F.He believed it’s time to change marine parks to be more humane and to make more money at the same time.Entrepreneurs in New Zealand are working with American designers to develop robotic dolphins that look almost exactly the same as real dolphins.67A robotic dolphin can nod an answer to a child. It might not sound attractive or may even sound worrying,but as marine parks around the world are under pressure to stop using real whales and dolphins,the creatures are an attractive alternative,their creators say.“Marine parks have been making less money for more than ten years because many people think the parksare cruel and because of the cost of live animals,but people still really want to learn about and experience these animals,”said Roger Holzberg,a Californian designer of the life-size robot bottlenose dolphins.68 8“We have to persuade marine park owners that these dolphins can make them money,even more money than live animals,”Holzberg said.69On average,bottlenose dolphins live for less than20years in captivity but30to50years in the wild.Melanie Langlotz,one of the entrepreneurs behind the project,has a background in reality games.“It became clear that any large aquarium,in order to compete with any other aquarium,would need to have all the big animals on display,such as dolphins and sharks,”she said.“The bigger,the better.”700 Finally,the group decided to use robotic animals instead of live ones.The sample robotic dolphin,Langlotz said, weighs more than270kg.A test audience was unable to guess the dolphin was not real,she added.Animal rights supporters also welcomed the change,hoping robotic dolphins would replace real ones in marine parks worldwide. IV.Summary WritingDirections:Read the following passage.Summarize the main idea and the main point(s)of the passage in no more e your own words as far as possible.If you’re like most of the world,you make time for following friends on social media.That is not a bad thing at all.Positive posting and communication can help improve your confidence and sense of connection to others.It can be surprisingly easy,though,to unconsciously slip into less healthful behavior on social media,and that can lead to anxiety and depression.New research has identified which habits can lead to troubles.Do you feel jealous every time you read on social media about your cousin’s beautiful new home or your boss’exciting European vacation?“Surveillance”（监视）of those you know in order to get an inside look of their material success is a potentially destructive behavior,according to researchers at the University of Missouri. Measuring material or lifestyle achievements of someone you know can lead to negative feelings,and can easily lead you to create tension in a relationship where there was none.A second study by the University of Missouri found that people who post often--about anything and everything they are doing--experience more troubles in their marriages and romantic relationships than those who don’t post about their lives in detail.Another study by researchers at Boston University also found that heavy social media users are32%more likely to think about leaving their husbands or wives.This is most likely because over-sharing your life with others by direct messaging and posting images can create relationship conflict.Not only are you potentially developing bonds with new people,but also that bonding may deepen and affect your own relationship,according to the study of a doctoral student,Russell Clayton.V.TranslationDirections:Translate the following sentences into English,using the words given in the brackets.72.我在玩纵横字谜时拼错一个词，卡住了。
2020-2021学年上海市民办育英高级中学高三英语第一次联考试卷及答案
2020-2021学年上海市民办育英高级中学高三英语第一次联考试卷及答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AIn theUnited States, the word "holiday" is synonymous with celebration. The following tenholidaysper year are proclaimed by the federal government.Independence DayIndependence Day is annually celebrated on July 4 and is often known as "the Fourthof July”. It is the anniversary of the publication of the declaration of independence fromGreat Britainin 1776. Now it is celebrated in all the states. The army marks the occasion by firing a 13-gun salute every year. Ceremonies may include parades, official speeches, visits to historic monuments and fireworks displays.Memorial DayThis holiday, on the fourth Monday of every May, is a day on which Americans honor the dead. Originally a day on which flags and flowers were placed on graves of soldiers who died in the American Civil War, now it has become a day on which the dead of all wars and all other dead are remembered the same way.Veterans DayVeterans Day was established to honor Americans who had served in World War I. It falls on November 11, the day when that war ended in 1918, but it now honors veterans of all wars in which the United States has fought Veterans' organizations hold parades or other special ceremonies, and the US president customarily places a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknowns at Arlington National.ThanksgivingThanksgiving Day is celebrated on the fourth Thursday in November. It has been an annual tradition in theUnited Statessince 1863. Today, people celebrate Thanksgiving to remember these early days. The most important part of the celebration is a traditional dinner. Thanksgiving dinner almost always includes some of the foods served at the first feast: roast turkey, cranberry sauce potatoes pumpkin pies. Before the meal begins, families often pause to give thanks.1. When isIndependence Day?A. May 14，B. July 13.C. July 14.D. July 4.2. Which holiday honors dead soliders?A. Independence Day.B. Memorial Day.C. Veterans Day.D. Thanksgiving.3. What will Americans do on Thanksgiving Day?A. They say thanks.B. They havefriend gatherings.C. They go on holiday.D. They buy many cards.BAs artificial intelligence(AI) systems become more advanced, we can expect them to be used more often in the world of human medicine and healthcare. AI is designed to imitate(模仿）the human brain in decision making and learning, so with the computing power to learn tasks in days or even hours, it is possible to create medical AIs that rapidly outperform doctors in certain tasks.Data plays a hugely important role in helping AI systems learn about human medicine. AI systems are trained on large data sets gathered from real-life cases. Providing detailed patient information in quantities is a crucial factor for their success.One of the most important areas for influencing global health is in the field of epidemiology(流行病学）。
2021届杨浦区高三英语期末(一模)卷(Word版含答案与听力文本)
杨浦区2020学年度第一学期高三模拟质量调研高三年级英语学科试卷2020. 12考生注意：1.考试时间120分钟，试卷满分140分。
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I. Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. Professor and student. B. Employer and employee.C. Interviewer and interviewee.D. Salesperson and client.2. A. It was a very special production.B. It was a little disappointing.C. It was full of exciting action.D. It was as exceptional as expected.3. A. He doesn’t like the view.B. He doesn’t trust elevators.C. He is afraid of height.D. He feels isolated on bridges.4. A. This Sunday. B. Next Thursday.C. Next Monday.D. The Monday after next.5. A. The contract contains too many sticky points.B. The budget is limited for the planned project.C. Neither side is willing to initiate the project.D. The two sides can’t agree on the budget.6. A. Sorry. B. Puzzled. C. Impatient. D. Angry.7. A. It was seriously damaged. B. It was badly flooded.C. It crashed on a bridge.D. It was beyond repair.8. A. Make one cake at a time.B. Follow the step-by-step guide.C. Ignore the complicated procedure.D. Memorize the instructions.9. A. He will go to a gym after work.B. He is unlikely to exercise regularly.C. He is not allowed to exercise in the office.D. He will definitely change his schedule.10.A. Jason deserves to be punished.B. Jason has lost control of the situation.C. Jason is sure to accomplish the assignment.D. Jason needs to improve his performance.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11.A. To make it stand out among the exhibits.B. To give the impression of discolouration.C. To make it look like the original piece.D. To showcase the artistic style of the artist.12.A. It was sold for a record one million pounds.B. It was restored to its original state.C. It was partially damaged by accident.D. It was thrown away on purpose.13.A. Accidents caused by lack of security in museums.B. Impacts of damaged artworks on the public.C. Challenges of guarding the artworks in museums.D. Incidents of artworks falling victim to human errors.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14.A. Launching an anti-smoking campaign.B. Presenting three health related videos.C. Introducing a public service video.D. Proposing ideas for the video content.15.A. He smokes three cigarettes before getting to school.B. He tends to avoid sports both in and out of school.C. He smokes secretively when he can’t concentrate.D. His parents have stopped giving him pocket money.16.A. It emphasizes the value of physical activities.B. It has a question in the end to arouse interest.C. It follows the daily lives of a group of teenagers.D. It shows the effects of smoking on a teenager.Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17.A. To make a huge profit.B. To build a customer base.C. To attract new investors.D. To defeat old brands.18.A. Organizing contests in the stores.B. Inviting celebrities to hand out free samples.C. Introducing it on the official website.D. Featuring it on some TV channels.19.A. Exposure on another brand’s website is impractical.B. Offline promotions are forbidden these days.C. Doing so doesn’t require a huge investment.D. Social media presence is vital for promotion.20.A. The pricing and marketing strategies.B. The company’s development obstacles.C. The action plan of setting a reasonable price.D. The factors in expanding the market.II. Grammar and vocabularySection ADirections: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.Causes of and Solutions to Frugal Fatigue （节俭疲劳症）Have you ever attempted to save money to such a degree that you are not enjoying your life anymore? If so, you could be suffering from frugal fatigue. Simply (21) _________ (put), frugal fatigue refers to being sick and tired of attempting to save every penny that you earn. When you are determined to prioritize your savings, it can be initially (22) ________ (tempt) to cut out every single luxury item from your budget. However, the problem with this strategy is that in the long run, you may experience burnout from allowing yourself no luxuries whatsoever.Frugal fatigue can be compared to extreme dieting. Someone attempting to diet in order to lose weight (23) ________ decide to give up all treats such as chocolate, cakes, and alcohol, (24) ________ of which presents health risks if consumed in moderation. (25) _________ months of eating nothing but vegetables and snacking on fruits alone, it would be no surprise if one became fed up with dieting. What tends to happen in the cases of frugal fatigue is that the individual in question suddenly reaches a breaking point (26) ________ he goes on a spending spree（狂欢）to get relief. This causes them to lose all the savings that they (27) ________ (store) up thus far, and then they suffer from financial anxiety again.So, how does one prevent frugal fatigue? One method is to avoid adopting anall-or -nothing attitude. (28) _________ (plan) a careful budget that not only enables you to save money but also allows you the occasional luxury purchase. This way, you will not feel (29) ________ ________ you are robbing yourself of all treats. Another effective strategy is to establish realistic goals for saving. Try to break up your financial goals into manageable milestones. Be sure to keep very clear reasons in mind for （30）________ you are saving, whether it’s for a vacation or a retirement fund.Section BDirections: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need.A. includingB. impressionsC. standingD. restoredE. missingF. funG. comfortH. associatedI. inspiredJ. markedK. contactAncient Civilizations Had Game Nights Too!Morten Ramstad, a researcher at the University of Bergen, Norway, and his team spotted one of the rare objects while unearthing the remains of an Early Iron Age (400-300 BC) burial site in Western Norway. Burying loved ones with basic necessities like ceramic pots and clothing, to ensure their (31) _______ in the afterlife, was a fairly common tradition in ancient cultures. However, the families of some lucky individuals went a step further by (32) ________ a board game for entertainment.Though the game board was (33) ________, the archeologists, who revealed their findings on April 5, 2020, managed to recover the dice（骰子）and 18 circular game pieces. Unlike the modern-day cubical（立体的）dice, which are (34) _______ with a different number of dots from one to six on each face, the ancient game counter was square and had bulls-eye like (35) ________, which indicated zero to five on each of its four faces. The researchers suspect it may have been (36) ________ by the oldest-known board game — the “Game of Mercenaries”. The two-person strategy game, which dates back to the 3rd century BC, was believed to be similar to modern-day chess.The archeologists, who also unearthed remains of pottery jars and a bronze needle at the burial site believe the game pieces indicate the dead was a wealthy individual. In ancient civilizations, board games were a status symbol, signifying the owner’s high social and economic (37) ________. They indicated an individual’s intellectual ability and also proved he/she could afford to spend time on such activities.“These are status objects that bear witness to (38) ________ with the Roman Empire, where they liked to enjoy themselves with board games,” Ramstad said. “People who played games like this were from the upper class. The game showed that they had the time, profits, and ability to think strategically.”The researchers planned to put the (39) _______ game pieces in a museum as thediscovery provides insights into Norway’s social structure during the Early Iron Age and gives some ideas of what tabletop (40) _______ looked like during ancient times, at least for the upper class.III. Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Bad Dreams Are Good!Most of us dream, whether we remember them or not. What are dreams for? A handful of (41) _______ dominate. Sigmund Freud famously maintained that they reveal hidden truths and wishes. More recent research suggests that they may help us process intense emotions, or perhaps sort through and strengthen memories, or (42) _______ random neuron（神经元）activity, or prepare responses to threatening situations. Others argue that dreams have no evolutionary function, but simply (43) ________ personal concerns.Despite being largely unsupported by (44) _______, Freud’s view maintains a strong following around the world. Researchers found that students in the U.S., South Korea, and India were much more likely to say that dreams reveal hidden truths than to accept better (45) _______ theories. In the same study, respondents said that dreaming about a plane crash would cause them more (46) _______than an official warning about a terrorist attack. Even if dreams can't foretell the future, they seem to (47) _________ our shared fascinations. The majority of dreams occur during REM sleep（深度睡眠）cycles, of which the average person has four or five a night.A study of Canadian university students found the most common dream topics include school, falling, being chased, and arriving too late for something. For all the commonalities dreams (48) ________, they vary across time and culture — people who grew up watching black-and-white TV are more likely to dream in black and white. A 1958 study (49) _______ that compared with Japanese people, Americans dreamed more about being locked up, losing a loved one, finding money, being (50) ________dressed or encountering a mad person. Japanese people were more likely to dream about school, trying repeatedly to do something, being paralyzed with fear, or “wild, violent beasts.” If human dreams sound (51) _______, bear in mind that even negative ones can have positive effects.In a study of students taking a French medical school entrance exam, 60 percent of the dreams they had beforehand (52) _______ a problem with the exam, such as being late or leaving an answer blank. But those who reported (53) _______ about the exam, even bad ones, did better on it than those who didn’t. So the next time you dream about an education related experience in which you are unable to answer the questions or solve a problem, don’t (54) ________: It’s probably totally meaningless.Then again, your brain might be practicing so you'll be (55) ______ if such an event ever comes to pass.41.A. symptoms B. reviews C. conflicts D. theories42.A. take place of B. make peace with C. make sense of D. come up with43.A. exemplify B. dramatize C. horrify D. recognize44.A. evidence B. information C. qualification D. inquiry45.A. assumed B. connected C. confirmed D. realized46.A. curiosity B. anxiety C. fancy D. reluctance47.A. expect B. endure C. expose D. employ48.A. exhibit B. explain C. supply D. identify49.A. diagnosed B. dismissed C. denied D. determined50.A. unnecessarily B. independently C. inappropriately D. impersonally51.A. puzzling B. exciting C. depressing D. amusing52.A. revealed B. guaranteed C. traced D. involved53.A. grades B. concerns C. dreams D. memories54.A. hesitate B. worry C. pause D. laugh55.A. ready B. eager C. nervous D. curiousSection BDirections: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)Jonas was careful about language. Not like his friend, Asher, who talked too fast, mixing up words and phrases until they were barely recognizable and often very funny.Jonas smiled, remembering the morning that Asher had dashed into the classroom, late as usual, arriving breathlessly in the middle of the chanting of the morning anthem（国歌）. When the class took their seats at the conclusion of the patriotic song, Asher remained standing to make his public apology as was required.“I apologize for inconveniencing my learning community.” Asher ran through the standard apology phrase rapidly, still catching his breath. The Instructor and class waited patiently for his explanation.“I left home at the correct time but when I was riding along near the pool, the crew was separating some salmon. I guess I just got distraught, watching them.”“I apologize to my classmates,” Asher concluded. He smoothed his messy collar and sat down.“We accept your apology, Asher.” The class recited the standard response in unison. Many of the students were biting their lips to keep from laughing.“I accept your apology, Asher,” the Instructor said. He was smiling. “And I thank you, because once again you have provided an opportunity for a lesson in language. ‘Distraught’ is too strong an adjective to describe salmon viewing.” He turned and wrote “distraught” on the instructional board. Beside it he wrote “distracted.”Jonas, nearing his home now, smiled at the recollection.Thinking, still, as he wheeled his bike into its narrow port beside the door, he realized that frightened was the wrong word to describe his feelings, now that December was almost here. It was too strong an adjective.He had waited a long time for this special December, when the Ceremony of the Twelve will be held and the future assignment will be announced by the Elders in the committee.Now that it was almost upon him, he wasn’t frightened, but he was... eager, he decided. He was eager for it to come. And he was excited, certainly. All of the Elevens were excited about the event that would be coming so soon. But there was a little tremble of nervousness when he thought about it, about what might happen.Anxious, Jonas decided. That’s what I am.56. Asher arrived at the school _________.A. as soon as the students concluded the national anthemB. after all the other students had taken their seatsC. when the Instructor had begun the language lessonD. when students had started singing the patriotic song57. Why did the Instructor write the word “distraught” on the board?A. To show he accepted the apology.B. To explain the confusing words.C. To warn students against using it.D. To shame Asher for using the wrong word.58.Jonas recalled what happened to Asher because ________.A. he found himself struggling to describe his feelings preciselyB. he was certain that he would make the same mistake as Asher didC. he was reminded to use the appropriate language for the ceremonyD. he finally understood how Asher was feeling that morning59. The text is probably extracted from ________.A. a science fiction novelB. a journal of applied linguisticsC. a documentary about campus lifeD. a manual for using language correctly（B）Three years of drought in Zimbabwe have left fields too dry to grow crops. Poor rural farmers are desperate to feed their hungry children. They rely on emergency food aid to survive - just enough food for one meal a day.Solar gardens help families thriveYour gift to Practical Action today will help us work with struggling farming families in two of the poorest regions of Zimbabwe: Bulilima and Gwanda. You'll help provide a life changing solution so farmers can grow plenty to feed their families, making hunger and poverty a thing of the past. With your help, these small changes can transform lives:Your gift today will provide an innovative solution to end hungerSolar-powered water pumps to irrigate fields all year round, even during the drought.Training in specialfarming skills toboost crop yields.Seeds that cangrow in the dryclimate.60．What does Planting for Progress appeal do for the struggling farmers？A. It trains farmers to research new varieties of seeds.B. It uses green technology to ensure water supply.C. It transforms the soil to prevent failed harvest.D. It teaches farmers marketing skills to boost crop sales.61. If Jenny would like to be updated about the work done by Practical Action, sheshould send her personal contact information by ________.A. calling 0800 389 1624 in personB. visiting /thriveC. emailing myprivacy@D. mailing to a given address62. The purpose of the leaflet is to ________.A. encourage public donations to charityB. introduce the various charity work doneC. outline procedures of donating to charityD. raise awareness of ending world hunger(C)Identifying the chemical makeup of pigment（色素）used in ancient documents, paintings, and watercolors is critical to restoring and conserving the precious artworks. However, despite numerous efforts, scientists had been unable to determine the source of folium, a popular blue dye used to color manuscripts（手稿）in Europe during the middle ages —from the 5th to the 15th century. Now, a team of researchers from Portugal has finally uncovered the mysterious ingredient responsible for the gorgeous blueish-purple color that helped bring ancient illustrations and texts to life.The research team began by poring over instructions penned by European dye makers from the 12th, 14th, and 15th centuries. They found what they were seeking in a 15th-century text entitled The Book on How to Make All the Color Paints for Illuminating Books. However, translating the instructions was no easy task. It was written in the now extinct Judaeo-Portuguese language, and though the source of the dye was traced back to a plant, no name was mentioned.However, by piecing together suggestions from the text, the scientists were able to determine that the dye was made from the bluish-green berries of the chrozophora tinctoria plant. After an extensive search, the team found a few varieties of the plant growing along the roadside near the town of Monsaraz in south Portugal.The detailed instructions gave the researchers critical clues — including the best time to pick the berries. “You need to squeeze the fruits, being careful not to break the seeds, and then to put them on linen（亚麻）.” The scientist says the detail was important since broken seeds polluted the pigment, producing an inferior quality ink. The dyed linen, which was left to dry, was an efficient way to store and transport the pigment during ancient times. When needed, the artist would simply cut off a piece of the cloth and dip it with water to squeeze out the blue color.Once the key ingredient had been identified, the researchers began to determine the dye’s molecular structure. To their surprise, they found that folium was not like any other known permanent blue dyes — it was an entirely new class of color, one they named chrozophoridin. “Chrozophoridin was used in ancient times to make a beautiful blue dye for painting.” the team wrote in the study. “Thus, we believe that this will not be our final word on this amazing plant and its story and that further discoveries will follow soon.”63. The primary purpose of the study is to ________.A. restore and conserve ancient precious artworksB. determine the substance making up the foliumC. prove the ancient dye-making technique was organicD. identify which class of color folium belongs to64. The underlined phrase “poring over” in the second paragraph means ________.A. discussing publiclyB. testing repeatedlyC. passing directlyD. reading carefully65. What can be learned about the blue dye folium?A. It was essentially an inferior type of ink.B. It was the only kind made from wild berries.C. It could be carried and used easily.D. It was carefully squeezed from broken seeds.66. The article is mainly about _________.A. how the mystery of a thousand-year-old blue dye was solvedB. why the researchers took the trouble to recreate the dyeC. what needs to be done to make an organic dye from a plantD. when and where the discovery of the dye was madeSection CDirections:Read the passage carefully. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two moreManaging Time with the Pomodoro Technique In work, as well as in life, doing what needs to be done in order to reach our goalscan be difficult. (67) ____________________ Luckily, one of the most efficient and most popular time management techniques is also one of the world’s simplest — the Pomodoro Technique.The Pomodoro Technique was developed by Francesco Cirillo in the late 1980s.(68) ____________________ Each block is known as a pomodoro, the Italian word for “tomato.” Cirillo named the system after the tomato-shaped kitchen timer that he used to track his work time when he was studying as a university student. He developed a habit of doing short blocks of work followed by resting periods. He realized this method could help him work with time instead of struggling against it.In 2006, Cirillo published his Pomodoro Technique manual for people to download free of charge. The Pomodoro technique can be applied in almost all parts of our life. It was built around a handful of important steps. First, choose a task that you’d like to get done. (69) ____________________What matters is that you are ready to give it your full attention.Next, set a timer for 25 minutes. Try to spend the full 25 minutes with your complete attention on the task. Then, when the timer goes off, take a five-minute break. Sit back, have a drink, go for a short walk, or do something else that is not work-related. Once you have completed four of these 30-minute cycles, treat yourself to a longer break that lasts 15 to 30 minutes. (70) ____________________ After trying the Pomodoro Technique, you may want to experiment a little. Some people have found that 90-minute blocks work best, while others might perform better with more flexible periods. It varies from person to person. Just remember, like many things in life, simpler is often better!IV. Summary WritingDirections:Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.What Is Zero Waste?T he goal of the “zero waste” movement is to get rid of all waste from products. “Zero waste” means using every part of a product. Today, the zero waste idea can be found everywhere from food to fashion.Creating a zero waste restaurant is a challenge. It is very difficult to use every part of produce and leave nothing behind. Creating a soup from unused ingredients is a popular way to use up extra food items. Other ways are more advanced. Some restaurants use coffee grounds（咖啡渣）to flavor dishes. Some cooks also crush shrimp shells and reuse them in sauces. While it’s challenging, zero waste restaurants appear to be on the rise.In the fashion industry, zero waste isn’t a new idea. But in today’s world of fast fashion, zero waste is growing more popular. Usually, cutting cloth creates lots of waste. In zero waste fashion, designers try to avoid this. One way to do so is byadding these extra pieces of cloth to the final design. Another way is to design clothing without wasteful cuts.Beyond restaurants and fashion, there are many other possibilities for zero waste products. All restaurants need utensils（器皿）. Bakey’s is a company that is developing edible（可食用的）utensils. After using them, you can eat them! Their spoons are made of flour and come in all kinds of flavors. While these spoons are not hard enough to cut meat, they are perfect for rice dishes. Meanwhile, Air New Zealand is experimenting with edible coffee cups that are made by the company Twice. They have already introduced a line of flavored cups. After you finish your coffee, you eat the cup, just like a cookie!Whether products are made to be edible or reusable, hopefully the movement will help reduce waste all over the world.V. TranslationDirections: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.72. 生活技能课程从教学生如何换灯泡开始。
【上海初三英语一模】2021届上海长宁区初三英语一模含答案
2020-2021学年上海市长宁区九年级上学期期末教学质量测试英语试卷英语试卷（满分150分，考试时间：100分钟）考生注意：1.本卷有7大题，共94小题。
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Part 1 Listening(第一部分听力)1.Listening Comprehension (听力理解)(共30 分)(6分)F G1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6,A.Listen and choose the right picture (根据你听到的内容，选出相应的图片)B.Listen to the dialogue and choose the best answer to the question you hear ((根据你所听到的对话和问题，出最恰当的答案)(8分)7. A) Chemistry. B) Geography. C) English. D) Physics.8. A) White. B) Blue. C) Brown. D) Black.9. A) An engineer. B) A waiter. C) A soldier. D) A doctor.10. A) Bored. B) Happy. C) Upset. D) Worried.11. A) Every 5 minutes. B) Every 10 minutes. C) Every 15 minutes. D) Every 20 minutes..12. A) Librarian and Student. B) Film star and customer.C) Engineer and manager. D) Shop assistant and customer.第1页共11页B ） She isn,t clever enough. D ） She isn,t confident enough.14. A ） He felt it worth to fly to Beijing. B ） He would take a train because it,s cheaper.C ） He thinks the choice depends on money.D ） He doesn't care about comfort and convenience. C. Listen to the passage and tell whether the following statements are true or false （判断下列句子是否符合你听 到的短文内容符合的用“T ”表示，不符合的用“F”表示）（6分）15. The writer went abroad for a seven-day holiday for the first time.16. The writer felt disappointed when he went into his room in a hotel.17. Thanks to the repairman, the writer was able to take a shower at last.18. The writer did not tip the repairman because of his bad service.19. The writer tipped the hotel manager because he wanted to fix the shower himself.20. The writer moved to a larger room at last and he could see a wonderful view of the city.D. Listen to the passage and complete the following sentences （听短文，完成下列内容。
上海市虹口区2020-2021学年第一学期一模考试 高三年级 英语 试卷及参考答案
虹口区2020学年度第一学期期终学生学习能力诊断测试高三英语试卷2020.12 I.Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections:In Section A,you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers.At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and the question about it,read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1.A.In a bookstore. B.In a library. C.At a book fair. D.At an art center.2.A.Relieved. B.Delighted. C.Favorable. D.Doubtful.3.A.She has made her vacation plans. B.She has wasted piles of paper.C.She will continue her work on nature.D.She has too much work to do.4.A.She is doing charity work on the clothes.B.She is working hard for the coming exam.C.She is looking forward to attending the party.D.She is busy preparing for the fashion show.5.A.The gallery is a good place for the exhibition.B.Preparing for the exhibition won’t be easy.C.The woman isn’t telling the truth about the offer.D.The woman is making a deadly decision.6.A.He got a ticket to the workshop.B.He didn’t work very carefully.C.He used to drive carelessly.D.He was fined someday last week.7.A.They share the same opinion on the candidate.B.They are both elected president of the Student Union.C.They are reading the same page of the most recent issue.D.They were mad at the candidate for the president of the Student Union.8.A.He missed the beginning of the documentary.B.He fell asleep before the documentary ended.C.He enjoyed the end of the documentary.D.He didn’t see the documentary at all.9.A.Continue with the work. B.Call someone for help.C.Stop working today.D.Get it done next week.10.A.Dr.Smith didn’t put the man on his schedule.B.Dr.Smith is very busy on Mondays.C.Dr.Smith usually sees patients at once.D.Dr.Smith is hard to see.Section BDirections:In Section B,you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation,and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation.The passages and the conversation will be read twice,but the questions will be spoken only once.When you hear a question,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions11through13are based on the following passage.11.A.How to eat chocolate without gaining weight.B.The harmful effects of eating milk chocolate.C.The effects of eating chocolate on emotions.D.The health benefits of eating chocolate.12.A.Eating a small amount of chocolate led to positive emotions.B.Higher blood pressure resulted from having no chocolate at all.C.A balanced diet,exercise and chocolate could lead to a healthier life.k chocolate is absolutely not good for people at all.13.A.People who plan to change their diet. B.People who exercise less often.C.People who eat chocolate regularly.D.People who want to lose weight.Questions14through16are based on the following passage.14.A.The popularity of travel guidebooks.B.The decline of travel guidebooks.C.The close connection between guidebooks and travelers.D.Travel guidebooks’ability to make money.15.A.Social networks. B.Travel guidebooks.C.Clerks from travel business.D.Hotel reception.16.A.Its high price. B.Its lack of cultivation of individuality.C.Its incomplete introduction.D.The rise of the Internet.Questions17through20are based on the following conversation.17.A.How Indian food is made.B.Why English foods are often tasteless.C.Why foods in some countries are spicy.D.How spicy food was introduced into England.18.A.The food in cold regions is usually tasty.B.The climate has little effect on the local food.C.India and England have quite similar climates.D.Spicy food causes people to sweat,cooling them off.19.A.Because they cover the bad smells of food.B.Because they give the food a unique flavor.C.Because they slow down the growth of bacteria.D.Because they come in handy where there is no refrigerator.20.A.The mention of garlic and onion makes the woman hungry.B.The unique flavor of the plants has contributed to their survival.C.The plants and bacteria can live in harmony to some extent.D.It takes a longer time for those plants like onions and garlic to grow.II.Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections:After reading the passage below,fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.The Rise of Robot-ChefsCREATOR is a new hamburger joint in San Francisco.It now claims to deliver a burger worth$18for$6--in other words,(21)______(provide)the quality associated with expensive restaurants at a fast-food price.What matters behind this claim is that its chef is a robot.Creator’s burger robot is a trolley-sized unit that has a footprint of two square metres.Customers send it their orders via a tablet.They are able to cook everything from(22)______well-done the burger will be to the type of cheese and toppings they want.The process sounds rather simple now.But,in fact,the machine took eight years to perfect after it(23) ______(create).As far back as2012,a mere two years into the project,it was described as“95%reliable”,but that is not enough for a busy kitchen.Chopping tomatoes was a particularly tough challenge,but even details like the very tool(24)______packs the burger into a bag without squeezing it were tricky for the machine to master. Only now,with a machine to make reliably120burgers an hour,(25)______Alex Vardakostas,the engineer behind the project,and his co-founders,a mixture of technologists and caterers,feel confident enough to open their first restaurant.Creator is not alone.Other robot chefs have already been working,(26)______(prepare)entire meals,or soon will be,in kitchens in other parts of the world.(27)__________________that,this new wave of automation could signal a dramatic shift in the way the fast food industry employs people.That does not necessarily mean(28)______(employ)fewer staff.Rather,more of them will be in roles where they can directly help customers.“Creator’s goal is not to be the most automated and(29)______(human-centered)restaurant,but actually not,”said Vardakostas.It is too early to say whether this first wave of robot chefs will develop well in such a demanding environment as the kitchen.(30)______it does,it’s certain to mark a change in our relationship with cookery. Cooking could be something people choose to do simply for the sheer pleasure of it.Section BDirections:Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box.Each word can be used only once.Note that there is one word more than you need.A.stressedB.exhibitedC.revealsD.momentaryE.reluctanceF.unforgettableG.attaches H.amusedly I.understatement J.confusedly K.deliveryThe Correct Answer to the QuestionThe usual answer to the greeting“How are you?”is generally“Not too bad.”Why?Because it’s all-purpose. Whatever the circumstances,whatever the conditions,“Not too bad”will get you through.On an average day it __31__a confusing modesty.In good times it implies a decent pessimism(悲观),a kind of__32__to express oneself.And when things are rough,really rough and annoying,it becomes a heroic__33__,as if everything goes well.Best of all,it gently prevents further inquiry with all three syllables(音节)equally__34__,because it is--basically--meaningless.Americans are small-talk artists.They have to be.This is a wild country.The weakest agreement__35__one person to the next.So the“Have a nice day”,the“Hot enough for you”,and the“How about those guys”serve a vital purpose.Without these little commonly-used phrases and the__36__social contract that they represent,to calm people,the streets would be a free-for-all exhibition of disaster.But that’s the negative view.Some of my happiest interactions with other human beings have been glancing moments of small talks.It’s an extraordinary thing.A person stands before you,a complete stranger,and the best everyday small talk can have his or her soul__37__in front of your eyes.I was out walking the other day when a UPS truck pulled to the side of the road.As the driver leaped from his cab to make a__38__,I heard relaxing music coming out of the truck’s speakers--a kind of familiar and weightless blues music,and it’s my favorite tune.“China Cat Sunflower?”I said to the UPS guy as he rushed back to his truck.He__39__showed a huge smile,“You got it,babe!”The exchange of feelings,the perfect understanding,the simplest small talk that emerged instantly between us,and,most of all,the__40__“babe”--I was high as a kite for the next10minutes after such a pure small talk. III.Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A,B,C and D.Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.If you’re chained to your phone and unhappy about it,you might consider receiving smartphone notifications (通知)at set__41__throughout the day rather than as they come.Researchers at Duke University and Georgetown University found that study participants who received notifications set to arrive only three times a day reported better moods,higher__42__,and greater feelings of control over their phones.In comparison with participants who received notifications as usual and another group of participants who received no notifications at all,study participants also__43__their phones less often.In total,237smartphone owners living in India participated in the study.Participants downloaded an Android app developed by the researchers that regulated the__44__of phone notifications.Respondents also were asked to report in a daily diary__45__measures including:“concentration,distraction,stress,anxiety,mood, productivity,social connectedness,and work enjoyment--as well as phone-specific__46__:feeling of being interrupted by notifications,sense of missing out on notifications,sense of control over phone,social pressure to __47__others,phone overuse,and intentional phone checking.”Participants were informed that they could always__48__their notifications by opening individual apps.And the authors give their further explanation,“__49__,we only controlled the delivery of notifications(e.g.,to the lock screen),rather than preventing messages from being accessed at all.”“Compared to those in the control condition(notifications as usual),participants whose notifications were set three-times-a-day felt more__50__,productive,in a better mood,and in greater control of their phones,”the researchers write,noting that this group also reported lower stress levels.“In contrast,participants who did not receive notifications at all__51__few of those benefits,but experienced higher levels of anxiety and‘__52__of missing out’(FoMO).”They’ve released the app,called Daywise,for personal use through Google Play.But Daywise has been only__53__on the Android platform so far.“Unlike the app Android,iOS(short for Internetwork Operating System)doesn’t allow__54__party developers to control notifications to a degree we’d like for setting to work in a nuanced(细微的)manner,”DayWise creator Ranjan Jagannathan told us.“Till we’re able to do this__55__enough,we will not be able to build a powerful version of Daywise for iOS.We are working for it.”41.A.spots B.periods C.lengths D.intervals42.A.standard B.productivity C.pay D.expectation43.A.exchange B.replace C.unlock D.unfold44.A.delivery B.transfer C.assignment D.flow45.A.strict B.distinct C.various D.dramaticrmation B.outcomes C.atmosphere D.motivations47.A.approve of pete with C.make out D.respond to48.A.operate B.access C.unload D.maintain49.A.Above all B.In addition C.In other words D.On the other hand50.A.attentive B.respectful D.distracted D.considerate51.A.seized B.harvested C.offered D.weighed52.A.sense B.delight C.intention D.fear53.A.responsible B.reliable C.available D.reversible54.A.leading B.related C.major D.third55.A.flexibly B.rapidly C.formally D.automaticallySection BDirections:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)Years of unbalanced investment in public parks has left100million Americans without access to decent nearby green spaces during the coronavirus lockdown(禁闭期),a new report reveals.Local parks have been a godsend to many people during the disease as schools,gyms and walking trails have closed to minimize physical contact and check the spread of the virus.But the annual parks score index by the Trust for Public Land(TPL)has revealed wide gap in access.For instance,98%of residents in Washington and Minnesota are within a ten-minute walk of a park,compared to less than50%of those in cities like Arizona and Oklahoma City.Even within cities,access to green spaces–like access to healthy food,healthcare and good schools–is also unfair,with low-income households and people of colour least likely to live close to parks with basic facilities like toilets,playgrounds and basketball courts.As summer edges closer,it’s clear that public parks will play a crucial role in providing safe,affordable leisure spaces for millions of people unable to work or travel.Yet,evidence detailed in the report suggests park services could face dramatic cutbacks as local governments face unprecedented(史无前例的)economic challenges as a result of the shutdowns.A survey of300park officials in mid-April by the National Recreation and Park Association found that about half had already been instructed to cut budgets by10%to20%for the current financial year.Nationwide,the parks system took years to recover from budget cuts after the Great Recession that upset planned improvements and expansions.The economic consequences of the coronavirus disease are expected to be both deeper and longer.For environmental justice activists,there is some hope.The unprecedented crisis could enhance appreciation for parks–and encourage a wave of local activism to fight for fair access.Rue Mapp,the founder and CEO of Outdoor Afro,said,“This is an opportunity for us to rethink public lands and to get people out of the mindset that nature is somewhere that you have to drive to.”56.Why are local parks described as a“godsend”?A.Because they are a treat for the eyes.B.Because they can limit the spread of the coronavirus.C.Because residents in most cities in the US have access to a park.D.Because schools,gyms and walking trails are not accessible during the lockdown.57.Access to green spaces is often problematic for low-income households and people of colour in that______.A.they are unlikely to live close to parksB.those green spaces often lack basic facilitiesC.they are more likely to come down with the coronavirusD.they have less access to healthy food,healthcare and good schools58.What effect could coronavirus have on US parks?A.Parks would be forced to charge visitors to enter.B.People are discouraged from playing and exercising in the parks.C.Parks became safe leisure places for people to avoid the spread of the coronavirus.D.Their budget could be sharply reduced,and this will affect improvements and expansions.59.What possible benefit might the coronavirus crisis have?A.It might encourage local activism.B.It might encourage people to drive to parks.C.It might make people recognize the worth of parks better.D.It might increase the budget for improvements and expansions.(B)Thai Gallery Efes CuisineDaisy’s Steakhouse Vegan HeavenSky Clubrry doesn’t eat meat.After reading these online restaurant reviews,as Larry’s best friend,which onewill you recommend?A.Efes Cuisine.B.Sky Club.C.Thai Gallery.D.Vegan Heaven.61.What does the word“hype”in line3mean in the review of“Daisy’s Steakhouse”?A.Delicacy.B.Praise.C.Reality.D.Tension.62.According to the passage,it can be learned that______.A.Efes Cuisine is a perfect place reserved for couples onlyB.Efes Cuisine offers a wide range of tasty Southern Asian cuisinesC.Efes Cuisine is so popular that it’s better for diners to make a reservationD.The decoration and service of Efes Cuisine are incredible despite its high price(C)Allan T.Demaree,a retired executive editor of Fortune magazine,gladly makes donations to Princeton University,his alma mater.His son,who also went to Princeton,points to its endowment(捐赠基金)of$15.8 billion,and will not give it a penny.“Why give money to an institution that can seemingly live off its interest when other very deserving entities need money to function tomorrow?”asked the son,Heath Demaree,a professor at Case Western Reserve University who instead donates to Virginia Tech,where he was a graduate student.His question captures how the wealth collected by elite universities like Princeton through soaring endowments over the past decade has widened the divide between a small group of dramaticly wealthy universities and all others.The result is that America’s already stratified(形成阶层的)system of higher education is becoming ever more so,and the gap is creating all sorts of tensions as the less wealthy colleges try to compete.Even state universities are going into fund-raising overdrive and trying to increase endowments to catch up.The wealthiest colleges can tap their endowments to give considerable financial aid to families earning $180,000or more.They can tempt star professors with high salaries and hard-to-get apartments.They are starting advanced new research laboratories,expanding their campuses and putting up architecturally notable buildings.Higher education has always been stratified,but the differences were never as large as today.The last decade brought a sea change,as skilled money managers hired by the universities moved their portfolios(投资组合)into high-performing investments,and endowments skyrocketed.Until recently,top public research universities could rely on enough public subsidy(补贴)to hold their own, when the taxpayer money was combined with tuition and fund-raising.But that world is changing.The University of California,Berkeley has a$3billion endowment,but it is stretched across34,000students. And with state budget cuts approaching,Robert Birgeneau,its president,fears he will no longer be able to attract the best professors and students.“It will cost less for a student from a family with an income of$180,000to go to Harvard than for a student with a family income of$90,000to go to Berkeley,”he said,taking into account Harvard’s recent decision to give more financial aid to families earning up to$180,000annually.63.What do we learn about Heath Demaree?A.He donated to Virginia Tech.B.He donated as much as his father.C.He donated to Princeton University.D.He donated to Case Western Reserve University.64.What is said about state universities?A.They are expanding their campuses.B.They are raising funds to increase endowments.C.They manage to attract elite professors and students.D.They are starting sophisticated new research laboratories.65.What can we learn about top public research universities at present?A.They can not hold their own just with state support.B.The taxpayer money is combined with tuition and fund-raising.C.Despite possible state budget cut,they do not need more endowment.D.They can depend on enough public subsidy to lure professors and students.66.What’s the best title for the passage?A.Upsides and Downsides of EndowmentsB.Harvard or Berkeley?C.Endowments Widen a Higher Education GapD.Farewell to Stratified EndowmentsSection CDirections:Read the passage carefully.Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box.Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are two more sentences than you need.What Is Nonverbal Communication?A.Finally,nonverbal communication itself carries the impact of a message.B.Finally,we can use nonverbal signals to add to the verbal content of our message.C.Nonverbal messages have been recognized for centuries as a critical aspect of communication.D.All good speakers know how to do this with forceful gestures,changes in vocal volume or speechrate,deliberate pauses,and so on.E.Called turn-taking signals,these gestures and vocalizations(发声)make it possible for us to alternatethe conversational roles of speaking and listening.F.The term was introduced in1956in the book“Nonverbal Communication:Notes on the VisualPerception of Human Relations”.Nonverbal communication is the process of sending and receiving messages without using words,either spoken or written.Similar to the way that italicizing(斜体)emphasizes written language,nonverbal behavior may emphasize parts of a verbal message.(67)______For instance,in“The Advancement of Learning”(1605),Francis Bacon observed that“the features of the body do reveal the tendency and inclination of the mind in general,but the motions of the facial expressions and parts do not only so,but do further reveal the present humour and state of the mind and will.”Psychologists Paul Ekman and Wallace Friesen(1969),in discussing the interdependence that exists between nonverbal and verbal messages,identified six important ways that nonverbal communication directly affects our verbal messages.First,we can use nonverbal signals to emphasize our words.(68)______Second,our nonverbal behavior can repeat what we say.We can say yes to someone while nodding our head.Third,nonverbal signals can substitute for words.Often,there isn’t much need to put things in words.A simple gesture is enough.Fourth, we can use nonverbal signals to regulate speech.(69)______Fifth,nonverbal messages sometimes contradict (与…矛盾)what we say.A friend tells us she had a great time at the beach,but we’re not sure because her voice is flat and her face lacks emotion.(70)______Being upset could mean we feel angry,depressed,disappointed,or just a bit on edge.Nonverbal signals can help to make clear the words we use and reveal the true nature of our feelings.IV.Summary WritingDirections:Read the following passage.Summarize the main idea and the main point(s)of the passage in no more e your own words as far as possible.71.Want to be a Smart Gift Giver?During all kinds of holidays,millions of people will buy gifts for loved ones,which is great except that tons of those people will make the same glaring mistake,and buy the wrong gifts.What’s going on?Gift buying has become a deceivingly selfish pursuit.We don’t actually look for things people want to receive.Instead,we tend to look for things that we want to give.It’s a subtle,but pretty significant problem.Research has shown that givers tend to value the gifts they buy considerably more than receivers.Gifts are valued roughly10to33percent less by receivers than what givers paid for them.Joel Waldfogel noted this in Scroogenomics:Why You Shouldn’t Buy Presents for the Holidays,his2009book on gift-giving.The difference seems to come from a simple misplaced belief that thoughtful presents are the best presents. They are not.In fact,they might just be the worst presents.The more thought you put into a present,the more likely you are to stray from buying what the person you are buying the presents for actually wants.In other words,people let their gift-giving egos(自我)get in the way of great presents,especially when the receiver is someone they want to show they know really well.Fortunately,the answer to our collective insistence on guessing what people want is simple:stop it.If that’s too impersonal,there’s another helpful rule of thumb(经验之谈).Instead of buying restrictive gifts, like gift cards for specific stores,buy gifts that allow for flexibility,like gift cards that can be used more broadly (or,better yet,cash).People tend to prefer gift cards to actual gifts,and cash to both,Steffel explained.Steffel’s latest research,which focuses on gift card giving,points to exactly this point--that versatility(用途广泛)is the key to better gift giving.V.TranslationDirections:Translate the following sentences into English,using the words given in the brackets.72.今年双十一购物节，商业销售额暴涨。
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2020-2021学年上海市宝山区高三英语一模卷（含答案）2020学年第一学期期末高三年级英语学科教学质量监测试卷（本试卷满分140分，考试时间120分钟）I.Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections:In Section A.you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers.At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and the question about it,read the f our possible answers on your paper,and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1.A.Bargaining with a salesgirl.C.Promoting a new product.2.A.Its facilities. B.Its location.3.A.Fashionable pants in bright colors.C.Grey pants made from pure cotton.4.A.Listening to some loud music.C.Preparing for an oral examination.B.Shopping with his girl.D.Choosing a novel for his child.C.Its comfort.D.Its price.B.Something to match her brown pants.D.100%cotton pants in dark blue.B.Practicing fbr a speech contest.D.Talking loudly on the telephone.5. A.The man needn't go hopping every week.B.She can pick the man up at the grocery store.C.She will drive the man to the supermarket.D.The man should buy a car of his own.6.A.The teacher is just following the regulations.B.The woman should have gone on the field trip.C.He has gone through a similar experience.D.He understands the woman's feelings.7.A.Have someone repair the refrigerator. B.Switch of!the refrigerator fbr a while.C.Ask the man to fix the refrigerator.D.Buy a refrigerator of better quality.8.A.She stayed away from work fbr a few days.B.She is black and blue all over.C.She got hurt in an accident yesterday.D.She has to go to see a doctor.9.A.Her brother can help the man find a cheaper hotel.B.The man can stay in her brother's apartment.C.The man should have booked a less expensive hotel.D.Her brother can find an apartment fbr the man.10.A.She is currently caught in a traffic jam. B.She wants to take the most direct way.C.She may be late fbr the football game.D.She is worried about missing her flight.Section BDirections:In Section B,you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation,and y ou will be asked several questions on each of t he passages and the conversation.The passages and the conversation will be read twice,but the questions will he spoken only once.When you hear a question,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one w ould he the best answ er to the question you have heard.Questions11through13are based on the following passage.11.A.The mukbanger was a little funny.C.The girl in the story couldn't age.B.It was a true crime story.D.The author was curious about it.12.A.Eating with lots of people is common.C.It's a way to have someone to chat with.B.There is something social and comforting.D.Connecting with others when they're out.13. A.The way people eat food isn't healthy generally.B.The audience's stomachs can't agree with the food.C.Mukbang can't help settle serious eating problems.D.People could be encouraged to eat alone at home. Questions14through16are based on the following passage.14. A.You helped others cut hair.C.Someone else did the cutting.15. A.Put off the light.C.Tum off the light.B.You had your hair cut.D.You cut your hair yourself.B.Close the light.D.Go off the light.16. A.Learning English can be tricky.C.The meaning of"have my hair cut”.B.Phrases are conftising fbr English learners.D.The meaning of"tum off the lights,'.Questions17through20are based on the following conversation.17.A.What the man plans to give Judy.C.When lo choose the birthday gifts.18.A.Say"I care tor you"to Judy.C.Give her a gift card.19.A.$100. B.A real gift.20.A.The woman is a shop assistant.C.The man will give Judy SI00.B.How hard to buy birthday gilts.D.Wliere lo buy birthday gifts.B.Just give her S100.D.Try to buy a real gift Judy likes.C.A gift card.D.Perfume.B.Judy is the man s girlfriend.D.The two speakers agree with each other.II.Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections:After reading the passage below,Jill in the blanks to make(he passage coherent and grammatically correct.For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the pmper f orm of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.SOS message on the sand saves missing sailorsMicronesia is an area of the western Pacific Ocean with more than600islands,(21)__covers a huge area of ocean north of the large island ofNcw Guinea.Recently,three Micronesian sailors set out to sail42km from one Micronesian island to another. Unfortunately,they got(22)____(lose),and then they ran out of fuel.After a long time drifting without power in the ocean,they landed on the tiny island of Pikclot,more than100km from their destination. Pikclot is just450meters long and280meters wide.The highest point on Pikclot is only four meters above the sea.No people live there,and there is no water.The little island(23)___(cover) in trees and has sandy beaches.Three days after the three sailors set out on lheir voyage,they did not arrive at their destination, so ships and aircraft in the area began looking for the(24)____(miss)men.But it was almost impossible to decide where(25)(look)because there arc so many small islands and the ocean is so large.One of the ships was the Australian navy ship HMAS Canberra,which(26)____(sail) from Australia to Hawaii and had a helicopter on board.During this time,the three sailors decided to write(27)___message on the beach on their tiny island.They wrote a huge SOS in the sand.SOS is an international signal that people use(28)___ they need help.Luckily,people on an American aircraft saw the SOS message in the sand and contacted the Canberra.A helicopter(29)____the ship landed on the beach and gave the men food and water.Soon after,a Micronesian boat arrived and rescued the three sailors.They are very lucky to be alive,and it was the SOS message in the sand(30)____saved them.Section BDirections:Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box.Each word can be used only once.Note that there is one word more than you need.A.qualitiesB.benefitsworkpletelyE.disappointedF.improvingG.motivateH.requiredI.effectivelyJ.essentialK.surveyedDon't abandon the written WordWay back in2012.Kyle Wiens.CEO of1F1X wrote in a blog post fbr Harvard Business Review that he wouldn't hire anyone who used poor grammar.In fact,he_31—all applicants to take a grammar test before moving fbrwaid.According to Wiens,he's"found that people who make fewer mistakes on a grammar test also make fewer mistakes when they are doing something_32_unrelated to writing—like stocking shelves or labeling parts.Whafs more,he believes that grammar skills indicate several othervaluable_33_,including learning ability,professional credibility(信用)and attention to detail. Another CEO named Brad Hoover noted that good grammar is a predictor of professional success.Honestly ask yourself w hether you'd hire someone with a poorly written resume.Will this person be able to deliver on your business plan?How_34_will they be able to communicate your goals and expectations?How likely is it that they will be able to successftilly_35_with others and build your brand?In short,if you want to succeed—as a boss or an employee—good grammar is __36_.<4Grcat leaders can understand how to use it well in context/'wrote Kevin Daum in an article.As a leader,you must be able to manage,organize,_37_and support your team.Strong communication skill both written and verbal,allow you to accomplish that.If you sent an employee poorly written instructions,how probable is it that you'll both be38in the outcome-and each other? Writing,specifically by hand has numerous_39_fbr your health and well-being.Researchers have also found that handwriting,in particular the fbnning of letters,is the key to not only_40_ your memory but also forming new ideas and learning.In fact,if you want to slow down mental aging,writing by hand is your best bet because it forces you to use more of your motor skills.111.Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections:For each blank in the f ollowing passage there are j our words or phrases marked A,B, C and D.Fill in each blank w ith the word or phrase that best J its the context.A study from Switzerland's Universite de Geneve(UNlGE)looked to answer the question of which came first:a decrease in physical activity or cognitive(认知的)decline?^Interrelationships have been_41_between these two factors,particularly in terms of memory but also regarding the growth and survival of new neurons(神经元)said Boris Cheval,a researcher at UNIGE'S Swiss Centre fbr Afieclive Sciences(CISA)in a press release."Blit vve have never yet_42_tested which comes first:Does physical activity prevent a decline in cognitive skills or_43_?That's what wc wanted to_44_Earlier studies have considered that physical activity_45_cognitive decline.But according to Cheval,recent studies may_46_that past research has"only told half the story...since those recent studies demonstrate that our brain is_47_when it comes to engaging in physical activity.'' Researchers at UNIGE tested the two possible_48_by using data from the Survey of I lealth, Aging and Retirement in Europe,a socioeconomic database covering more than25countries across the continent.Over the course of12years,105,206adults49in age from50to go were tested every two years on their cognitive abilities and their physical activity.Researchers_50_cognitive abilities with a verbal fluency test that saw participants name as many animals as they could in60seconds.They also tested cognitive abilities with a51test where they memorized10words before reciting them.Physical activity was measured using a scalefrom1to4.A1indicated participants"never"52_physical activity while a4meant they werephysically53_"more than once a week”.The study found that the_54_of what past studies concluded was true—cognitive abilities mostly influence physical activity,not the other way around."This study backs up our theory that the brain has to make a real eflbrt to get out of a sitting lifestyle and that by55cognitive capabilities,physical activity will follow/'Cheval said.41.A.neglected B.prevented C.confused D.established42.A.formally B.separately C.individually D.casually43.A.at times B.vice versa C.by chance D.in part44.A.release B.admit C.confirm D.oppose45.A.prevents B.encourages C.influences D.reduces46.A.mislead B.contradict C.ignore D.indicate47.A.abandoned B.involved C.entertained D.processed48.A.factors B.elements C.options D.subjects49.A.ranging B.judging C.expanding D.varying50.A.balanced B.restricted C.surveyed D.measured51.A.observation B.reflection C.memory D.imitation52.A.concerned about B.engaged in C.stood for D.gave up53.A.motionless B.casual C.active D.passive54.A.consequence B.similarity C.difference D.opposite55.A.working on B.reflecting over C.crossing out D.putting offSection BDirections:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are f our choices marked A,B.C and D.Choose the one that J its best according to the information given in the passage you have j ust read.(A)“Runners,to your mark.Get set...”Bang!And I was off.along with a bunch of other teenage cross-country runners from high schools across the county.The day was like any other fair-weather autumn day in Maryland.But the race that day felt unique from the get-go.For one thing,1liked the course.It was my team's home course,one I was used to running during practices.It took runners along an area of land that included open fields,hills and even winding dirt paths through a small forest.It was a beautiful5-kilomctcr course.This particular race was our team's invite,and I was proud to be sharing the course with competitors from other schools.It also meant a lot—more than normal that my parents were there to cheer me on.With so much to expect that day,I was ready to run!And I didn't want to be stuck with the pack of other runners,as is typical at the beginning of m ost cross-country races.So when the gun sounded, I took off running,leaving everyone else in the dust.The first part of our course followed the outside edge of a large open field before disappearing into the forest.Within seconds of the start,I was far ahead of everyone,and all of the fans could see it.It felt magnificent.But that feeling didn't last long.Little did I know my coach was laughing to himself;thinking,“Gabc is done tor!''And I was.My body was telling me to slow down.My pride,however,said "No!Not until you're out of sight of the spectators!''1was in agony,but I kept up my pace until I reached the forest.Once in among the trees.1slowed way down.I enjoyed most races,even while pushing myself,but this one was not enjoyable in the least.I finished the race,but in nowhere near the time I could have if I'd paced myself well from the beginning.Every time I reflect on that cross-country season.I'm reminded of something:Pride is no substitute fbr pace.56.What is special to the author about the race?A.The weather condition was good fbr runners.B.He was familiar with the home course.C.He took pride in competitors fiom other schools.D.I lis parents came to support him as usual.57.The underlined word"agony"(paragraph4)most probably means______.A.sufferingfortC.reliefD.contest58.What result of the race can be concluded about the author from the passage?A.He left everyone behind and took the first place.B.He took the lead first and disappeared among trees.C.He won the race under the pressure of his coach.D.He finished the race but failed to reach his record.59.What's the author's reflection on the race?A.It is parents'encouragement that leads to the result.B.It's a pleasure to live up to your fans'expectations.C.It's important to pace yourself with no pride.D.It is his coach who encourages him to finish the race.(B)Ever look at your to-do list and want to run and hide?Me too.But life is more than working hard to finish tasks,collapsing into bed,judging the past24hours and our success by how much we've managed to tick off.So here's how to get stulTdone and eiijoy yourself at the same time.1.Rename itMy friend Jim Kwik says,“Call your^got-to-do,list your'get-to-do'list.''It's a tiny change but a major shift.Think about it.You get to walk your dog,choose wonderfuldinner ingredients and go to a job each day that affords you thelifeyou have2.Add some actionInstead of writing plain reminders down as memory urges,like“Dentist”and"Report,"add some verbs and result-based benefits,like“Book dentist and get teeth sparkly white!''or "Complete report and let out your breath/'Imagine the good feeling attached to each agenda item and let it fuel you.3. Trust there's timeHave you ever noticed when you're in a rush,you make mistakes?Like when you're late fbr work:You can't find your jeans,you hurt yourtoe on the bed by accident and you misplace your phone as you headdown the elevator.When we operate from a place of calm,stufl'happens faster.We find what we need.We don't burn the toast.It can be as simple as sitting up in bed.taking ten deep breaths when you wake up and setting a simple intention fbr the day(not reaching straight fbr Instagram and email).4.Ask vourself thisHow arc you spending your days,your life?Arc you having enough fun?Can your got-to-do list be a get-to-do list with some good moods dancing on the page and an air of‘1got time!'' attach ed toit?Yes,it probably can.Now,what's first?60.Which of the following docs the author agree with about tk your to-do list''?A.Choose wonderftil dinner ingredients and go to a job each day.B.Change"Dentist"into"Book dentist and get teeth sparkly white!”C.Remind yourself you have plenty of time to deal with daily routines.D.Keep asking yourself questions with the air of"I got time!''Though I consider“Be constructive,not destructive"the most solid one-sentence social moral code,it is not without its nuances and problems.For instance,the degree to which we consider something constmctivc or destmetive,definitions of being constructive and destnictivc,and constmction and destruction seen through a sociopolitical lens arc all nuances.These differences consist of the confusion that this ideal social moral code causes.However.I cannot imagine a better code than the one stated in this essay in terms of living one's life in a social context.63.From the author's view whether to punish a kid's wrong doing or not depends on what extentA.it would bring him benefits or harmsB.his act is constructive or destructiveC.he would modify his destructive behaviorD.his destructive result might bring about64.The author mentions the example of killing Hitler to show that____.A.killing someone is definitely termed a destructive actB.killing Hitler is seen as a constructive and positive actC.the majority of people would agree lo kill HillerD.definitions of social code decide our values and principles65.What does the underlined sentence(paragraph4)imply?A.Construction and destruction can advance social developments.B.Constmction can be seen as good to some,and bad to others.C.Wliat a majority might regard as a constructive might be seen as destructive.D.Being in the majority in terms of a moral outlook does not mean it is correct.66.Which of the following is the best title of the passage?A.Wrong or Right of Social Moral CodeB.Ideal Social Moral CodeC.Judgment of Construction or DestructionD.How to Live One's Life in a Social ContextSection CDirections:Read the f ollowing passages.Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once.Note that there are tw o more sentences than you need.st.fni allows users to listen to music for free,as well as buy tracks.B.The website Last.fm is a convenient and useful resource fbr music lovers.C.There are plenty of websites that allow music lovers to stay in touch with the news relatingto their hobby.D.If you want to use Last.fm fbr communication,you might find that traditional socialnetworks arc more suitable for this purposeE.This website is of great benefit fbr music enthusiasts.F.This technology is convenient and definitely helpful fbr music lovers.A Useful Tool for Music LoversWith the development and expansion of the Intenict.many hobbies and interests of modem people have gained a new dimension.The Internet allows enthusiasts to unite to share their excitement about trends,to communicate and share experiences.Specialized websites provide users with evenmore information about their subjects of interest and help discover new boundaries of their passions. This refers to movies,arts,modeling,programming,literature,and music as well.One can hardly find a person who would not be listening to music on the way to work,at home,or elsewhere.(67)______________________.One such website is Last.fin:a mix of a social network and an Intemet-radio that tracks down the music its users listen to.(68).Besides,it has a number of advantages compared to other sources providing similar services.The design of Last.frn gives a welcoming impression,though some might find it too simple.The site is displayed in red tones,with the possibility of switching it to a black skin and,despite the quantity of information,is easy to understand and ers can also decorate their profiles with pictures of themselves,all kinds of badges,diagrams,tag clouds,and statistics relating to music.The availability of multiple functions also speaks in favor of Last.frn.One of its significant advantages over many other musical websites is the function of scrobbling(歌曲记录)，which means tracking down the music one had been listening to.(69)______________________.With its aid, Last.frn searches for people with similar musical preferences and shows one a list of those whose interests match to some extent.These people arc called neighbors and the idea is that they can get familiar with the tans of their favorite kind of music and,most likely,make new friends.The information about upcoming events nearby,as well as recommendations given about new music that a user might like are also gathered and introduced by the means of scrobbling.If a person listens to one or two bands on a consistent basis,the website will display a few new artists that play in a similar genre,including new ones,so that a user can be in touch with the latest trends within their musical interests.(70)______________________.However,there is a serious drawback connected to it.The fact is that the majority of free tracks and albums are available only to citizens of the USA,Germany, and Great Britain,while in other countries,users can only listen to short introductory samples.And yet those lucky ones from the places mentioned betbre can listen to one track online up to five times a day.Besides,the website had recently changed its policy towards monetization and reduced the number of free st.frn also works as a kind of musical Wikipedia,providing users with biographies of bands,or actual musicians.There is hardly a need to mention that musicians can also benefit from using the resource,presenting infoimation about themselves and involving fans.71.IV.Summary WritingDirections:Read the following passage.Summarize(he main idea and the main point(s)of the passage in no more e your own words as j ar as possible.Beyond IdentityWe often think of ourselves as our body,mind,and emotions.We take these three elements and make a combination.However,wc also often talk about a person's soul.Is there any scientific basis for the soul?Surprisingly,there is.Each unique personality a person has(even in circumstances of memory loss and other illnesses),the feeling and identity of the self beyond age(especially experienced as wc grow older),and our inevitable subjective experience as an individual consist of a scientific foundation fbr the soul.Despite the constant shift in the links between our brain cells,wc remain essentially the same personality.This consistency is most obvious in the case of mentally ill patients or people who have experienced memory loss.According to Scientific American:Basically,no matter what happens to our brain,our unique personality seems to shine through.Besides one's personality,the soul of a person can be identified through one's consciousness. Though\vc commonly identify with our body and what we see in the mirror,wc also have a sense that wc arc not a certain age—as our sense of self usually leans less on age and rather on our subjective feeling of who we arc essentially.Lastly,each person is inevitably subjective about his or her experience.Despite humans beingvery,very similar to each other in DNA and overall composition,our understanding of reality is vastly diftcrcnt from individual to individual.According to Psyc hology Today,“While science has made tremendous progress explaining the functioning of the brain,why we have a subjective experience remains mysterious.The problem of the soul lies exactly here,in understanding the nature of the self the，T'in existence that feels and lives life.The soul of a person is incredibly challenging to prove scientifically.However,we can say that the soul has some basis in science.These realities of our behavior,character,and the way you notice things might not be tested strictly,but they arc very difTicult to deny.V.TranslationDirections:Translate the f ollowing sentences into English,using the words^iven in the brackets.72.他在整理书籍时发现r一本旧LI记e(run)73.过度使用手机会对我们的身体造成不良影响。
2020-2021学年上海市长宁中学高三英语一模试题及参考答案
2020-2021学年上海市长宁中学高三英语一模试题及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ASome of the world’s most talented musicians have played concerts atLincolnCenter. On September 10, the center hosted a unique class of star musicians: kids and teens. The young players are part of the World Peace Orchestra, or WPO. The group held its first Music for Peace concert inNew York City, with 134 students from more than 60 countries taking part. Musicians were chosen from all over the world.The World Peace Orchestra began in 2013. The nonprofit group brings kids together using the common language of music. To be considered for the orchestra, students first had to be recommended by their teachers and then audition online for a group of judges. Once chosen, professional musicians and teachers then worked with the players to improve their skills.Some of the young musicians played classical instruments, such as violins and flutes. Others played instruments unique to their home country. For example, Amold Mugo, 16, fromKenya, played an instrument called the djembe. The drum is originally fromWest Africa. Mugo said he was shocked when he learned he was chosen for the orchestra. “I can’t express how I felt. I was rolling on the floor. It’s a once in a lifetime opportunity,” he said.Adomas Hendrixson, 13, fromLithuania, played piano for the WPO. Before theNew York Cityperformance, Hendrixson talked about what he hoped to take away from the event. “Fun and joy-- people smiling and clapping,” he said.“This is one of the only times in your life this could happen and I'm very excited.”Mugo says his favorite part of the WPO is making new friends from around the world. “I hope when I go home, I just take a little bit of every friend that I made here-- Brazil, Portugal, Queens,” Mugo said, “I hope that I take part of their culture home with me so I understand them more.”1. Who is most likely to have played for the WPO according to this passage?A. Li Ming, 16, a student fromChina.B. Daniel, 44, a judge fromAmerica.C. Edward, 21, a clerk fromAustralia.D. Catherine, 32, a teacher fromEngland.2. We can learn from the last paragraph that Mugo ________.A.performed best for the WPO.B. has learned some foreign culture.C. was eager to be chosen for a second time.D. received a great award for his performance.3. What would be the best title for this passage?A. Kids were good at playing music.B. Mugo liked making foreign friends.C. Concerts were played atLincolncentre.D. Young musicians played for peace.BNew Yorkis among the slowest cities during rush hour in the world, according to a report published in January. Crossing midtown by car is soul-destroying. The average speed is 4.7 miles per hour, not much quicker than a quick walk. But relief is in sight. On April 1st, state lawmakers agreed to introduce road charges, makingNew Yorkthe first big American city to do so. By next year vehicles will have to pay to enterManhattansouth of60th Street.The details of the new rule, including how much drivers will have to pay, how they will pay and how often they will pay, haveyet to be decided. A “traffic mobility review board" will be set up to work all this out. New Yorkers living in the fee zone who make less than $60,000 a year will be exempt (获豁免) . Other drivers, including motorcyclists, the city' s civil servants, disabled drivers and the trucking industry, all want discounts or exemptions, which might not be a good sign.If done right, road pricing could be expanded beyondManhattan.New Yorkcan learn from other cities.Singapore, for instance, which has had pricing for decades, adjusts prices regularly. It can also learn from mistakes.London, which rolled out its pricing in 2003, is only starting to charge on-demand car hires like Uber. Stockholm exempted too many vehicles, which caused a drop in revenues (收入) .Other cities considering road charges, includingLos Angeles, Philadelphia Portland,San FranciscoandSeattle, are watchingNew York. "We really have t1o make a good example," says Nicole Gelinas of the Manhattan Institute, aNew Yorkthink tank.4. What does the report find?A.New Yorkhas terrible road traffic.B.New Yorkoften introduces new laws.C. New Yorkers prefer walking to driving.D. New Yorkers face an increased cost of living.5. What can be inferred about the new rule from paragraph 2?A. It faces some potential problems.B. It has clear and detailed fee standards.C. It favors New Yorkers living in the fee zone.D. It fails to win a traffic mobility review board s approval.6. What doLondonandStockholmhave in common?A. They learn a lot fromSingapore.B. They have greatly increased revenues.C. They charge on-demand car hires heavily.D. They are bad examples of placing road charges.7. What is the best title for the text?A. How much does it cost to drive intoManhattan?B.New Yorkapproves road pricing forManhattanC. Drivers fear crossingManhattansouth of60th StreetD. Who will be exempt from road charges inManhattan?CThursday, two Russian submarines(潜艇) dived down 2.5 miles into the Arctic Ocean and planted a national flag onto a piece of continental shelf known as the Lomonosov Ridge. Rising from the center of the Arctic Basin, the flag sent a clear message to the surrounding nations: Russia had just laid claim(权利) to the vast oil and gas reserves contained in this underwater area.AfterRussia, theUnited States,Norway,SwedenandFinlandare all trying to gain profit. Projections show that the area of land and sea that falls within theArctic Circleis home to an estimated 90 billion barrels of oil, an incredible 13% of Earth’s reserves. It’s also estimated to contain almost a quarter of untapped global gas resources. But long before this oil race began, how did theArcticbecome so rich in energy?“The first thing you realize is that theArctic—unlike the Antarctic—is an ocean surrounded by continents”, Alastair Fraser, a geoscientist from Imperial College London, said. Firstly, this means there’s a huge quantity of organic material available, in the form of dead sea creatures such as plankton and algae, which form the basis of what will ultimately become oil and gas. Secondly, the surrounding ring of continents means that the Arctic Basin contains a high proportion of continental crust(大陆地壳), which makes up about 50% of its oceanic area. That’s significant because continental crust typically contains deep depressions called basins, into which organic mattersinks.Here, it gets inserted in rock and preserved in anoxic(缺氧) waters, meaning they contain little oxygen. “Normally, in a shallow sea with lots of oxygen, it would not be preserved. But if the sea is deep enough, the oxygenated waters at the top will be separated from the anoxic conditions at the base,” Fraser explained. Conserved within these oxygen-free basins, the matter maintains compounds that finally make it useful as an energy source for millions of years in the future.8. Why didRussiaplant a national flag onto the Lomonosov Ridge?A. To tell surrounding countries its armed forces.B. To show its advanced technology of submarines.C. To show abundant natural resources in theArcticBasin.D. To claim its privilege to explore for oil and gas in the area.9. What’s the function of the last sentence in paragraph 2?A. Making a comparison.B. Serving as a connecting link.C. Analyzing the cause and effect.D. Drawing the conclusion of the text.10. What can we know from the last paragraph?A. Oxygen only exists in the top part of the ocean.B. Organic materials mostly exist in the basins with oxygen.C. Water containing oxygen turns organic materials into oil and gas.D. Oxygen-free environment counts in the formation of the arctic’s rich energy.11. What can be a suitable title for the text?A. What makes theArcticattractive?B. Why do many nations focus on theArctic?C. Why is there so much oil in theArctic?D. How does theArcticBasincome into being?DWhile the arts can' t stop the COVID-19 virus or the social unrest we see in the world today, they can give us insight into the choices we make when moving through crises and chaos. The arts invite everyone to think in new ways.We often experience works of art as something that's pleasing to our senses without a full understanding of the creative effort. Great art often shows us contradictions and crises, and we can learn a great deal from their resolutions(解决). Through our understanding of art, we can gain a deeper understanding of how we might overcome our own challenges. In understanding extremes of contrast, we can see the beauty in art with themesthat are not simply pleasing for their magnificent features or qualities.Beethoven offers a wonderful example of moving artfully through crises and chaos. He composed his Symphony No. 9 as his hearing loss became more and more pronounced. The opening of the symphony seems to come out of nowhere, from near silence in the opening to a full expression of what many consider to be the joy of freedom and universal brotherhood with Schiller’s Ode to joy（欢乐颂). Beethoven appears to have created a work of art that not only freed him from his personal struggles, but one that also speaks to the joy of living together in peace and harmony.Have a dialogue between the two opposing parts and you will find that they always start out fighting each other until we come to an appreciation of difference—a oneness of the two opposingforces.The arts offer many lessons that can help us gain the knowledge we need to move more confidently in today’ s competitive and uncertain environment. An openness to arts-based solutions will give you more control over your future.12. What value does art have beyond pleasing people's senses?A. It brings people inner peace.B. It contributes to problem-solving.C. It reduces the possibility of crises.D. It deepens understanding of music.13. What can we learn about Beethoven's Symphony No. 9?A. It celebrates freedom and unity.B. It aims to show crises and chaos.C. It opens with Schiller's Ode to Joy.D. It is unfinished due to his hearing loss.14. What is the author's suggestion on dealing with conflicting forces?A. Leaving things as they are.B. Making a choice between them.C. Separating them from each other.D. Engaging them in a conversation.15. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. How COVID-19 changes artB. Essentials of Symphony No. 9C. Moving artfully through crisesD. Joy in the eyes of Beethoven第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020年上海市上海中学高三英语一模试卷及参考答案
2020年上海市上海中学高三英语一模试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AIf you are planning to visit the historic capital city of Scotland, Edinburgh, a travel destination that people crowd to from around the world, and want to attend one Festival while you are there, keep on reading to discover more information.AKA. Imaginate Festival When: 22 May – 2 June 2021Where: Traverse Theater, Assembly RoxyA festival where kids take overEdinburgh. With a whole range of free pop-up performances, take your kids to see some of the most inspiring theatre and dance from a whole range of talented performers.EdinburghInternational Film Festival When: 19 June – 29 June 2021Where: Film House, Festival TheaterOriginally the very best in international film, it was established in 1947. The dynamic programme features everything from documentaries to shorts, along with a range of experimental cinema, in an attractive setting with a spray of red carpet charm.EdinburghArt Festival When: 25 July – 25 August 2021Where: City ArtCenter, The Scottish GalleryWith over 40 exhibitions to attend, the Edinburgh Art Festival is theUK’s largest visual arts event where you can see everything from historical works to contemporary masterpieces.The RoyalEdinburghMilitary Tattoo When: 2 – 24 August 2021Where:EdinburghCastleWith a different theme every year, over 200,000 visitors crowd toEdinburghto see the military bands and the symbolic piper set against the backdrop ofEdinburghCastle.1. Who is the AKA. Imaginate Festival intended for?A. Children.B. Talented performers.C. Parents.D. Dancers.2. What’s special about Edinburgh Art Festival?A. It includes all forms of arts.B. It is about great works in history.C. It is the largest festival in the world.D. It lasts for the longest time.3. Which Festival offers performances by soldiers?A. Edinburgh Art FestivalB. AKA. Imaginate FestivalC. The RoyalEdinburghMilitary TattooD.EdinburghInternational Film FestivalBIn the U. S., speaking more than one language fluently is not very common except in Los Angeles, California.The city has one of the largest population in the U. S. of young people between the ages of 18 and 34. This generation is often called millennials (新千年一代). More than half of millennials in Los Angeles are bilingual (双语的), which means they speak more than one language.Maria Elena Burgos is cooking a Mexican breakfast. She says making Mexican food is just one of the many traditions in her home. Another is speaking Spanish to her children.“We want them to be bilingual. We want to keep the Spanish somewhere in their learning too, not only at home.”When Ms Burgos first came to the United States from Mexico, she learned English. She knew her children would learn English quickly. So she wanted them to speak Spanish at home and study the language at school.She says being bilingual will give them more opportunities in the future. Knowing Spanish also means the children can talk with their s in Mexico.“When we had our children, one of the decisions we as parents made was to name them with a name that was easily pronounced in English and Spanish.”Elizabeth wants to know her family’s culture.” “The culture-to go back to our roots because that’s part of who we are.”Monica wants to pass on the culture to her children“It’s nice to know our culture and then to be able to pass it onto our children and grand-children and everyone to let them know where we come from.”And, Monica says she does not speak only English and Spanish. She has even learned some Korean in school.4. Which of the following is a tradition of Maria?A. Cooking breakfast for her s.B. Talking with her children in Spanish.C. Talking with her s in Spanish.D. Forcing her children to speak Spanish.5. What can be inferred from Monica’s words?A. She doesn’t care where she comes from.B. She looks forward to learning Spanish.C. Everyone should know his own culture.D. She doesn’t like American culture.6. Which of the following is mentioned about children speaking more languages?A. It can give children more chances in the future.B. It can make children feel proud before their friends.C. It can give the children a chance to go to a good college.D. It can let children go to the places where they want to go.7. What’s the main purpose of this passage?A. To entertain the readers with a funny story.B. To inform the readers of a shocking experiment result.C. To encourage more persons to learn a second language.D. To tell a truth that many people in Los Angeles are bilingual.CThe term "bird brain" is frequently used to describe a person's lack of intelligence and good decision-making ability. However, some scientists believe it should be considered a praise, given that many birds can perform human tasks like producing and using tools, solving problems, and planning for future needs. Now,Griffin, an African Grey parrot, has proved that birds may even possess better visual memories than human adults and children.The study, led by Hrag Pailian, a researcher at Harvard University, had the parrot compete in the game against twenty-one undergraduate students and twenty-one 6 to 8-year-old children. The popular challenge involves hiding a small object under one of three or more upside-down cups, which are moved around. Participants are required to accurately identify the cup under which the object lies. To make the task more challenging, the researchers required participants to track two, three, and four objects at the same time.An analysis of the results showed thatGriffinoutperformed the 6 to 8-year-olds across all levels on average. Even more impressive, the "bird brain" performed as well as, or slightly better than, the 21 Harvard students on 12 of the 14 trials! It was only in the final two tests, which had the most objects and most movement, that the parrot fell behind the adults. However,Griffin's performance was never below that of the children.Griffinwas the candidate of choice because the scientists needed an animal that had a brain functionality similar to that of humans. "The fact that the smart parrot loves to show off his brain power in exchange for a few cashews (腰果) did not hurt either", said Irene Pepperberg, a Harvard lecturer, who has trained Griffin and several other African Grey parrots, has been studying the species for over four decades and is considered a pioneer in the study of bird intelligence.8. Whatwere the participants required to do in the study?A. Identify different kinds of objects.B. Tell where the hidden object lies.C. Track other participants' performance.D. Move around upside-down cups.9. What did the results of the study indicate?A. 6 to 8-year-olds did better thanGriffin.B. Parrots have a better memory than other birds.C. Harvard students have a better visual memory.D.Griffinoutsmarted Harvard students in some trials.10. Why wasGriffinchosen for the experiment?A. It was good at making decisions.B. It was specially trained for experiments.C. It had similar brain functions to human beings.D. It loved to show off his language power for some treats.11. What is the best title for the text?A. "Bird brain" becomes a term for a stupid person.B. Harvard lecturer pioneers in bird intelligence study.C. Parrot outsmarted Harvard students in visual memory test.D. Researchers made new discoveries about human intelligence.DWhen Rich Jean wanted to help his daughter, Abigail, learn to read, he took her to the library near their home in Brooklyn, N. Y. That's where they met Hasina Islam, who Jean says arose her interest in reading and the library.“You see what you started? You see that spark that you put in this child?” Jean told Hasina Islam at aStoryCorpsconversation in 2016. At the time, Abigail was 7 and Islam was 27. Their friendship began when Abigail was 3. Through the years, Islam has offered book suggestions that Abigail has read with great enthusiasm. “What's cool is that Hasina has recommended a lot of books that I, at the time, thought might be a little too advanced for you," Jean told Abigail. “Like Charlie and the Chocolate Factory." Abigail said.Islam's own love of the library was sparked when she was in the third grade. She lived near the main branch of the Queens Public Library in New York City, and she went there to research Henry Hudson, an English explorer, for a school project."The librarian made me feel so special. She remembered my name, and my favorite thing was that she gave me book recommendations," she said." When I was graduating from college, I thought about how I was going to make a difference in the world. And I remembered my librarian，and I remembered that feeling that she gave me every single time I went to the library. ”12. When might Abigail and Hasina Islam first meet?A. In 2012.B. In 2016.C. In 2018.D. In 2020.13. What do we know about Charlie and the Chocolate Factory from the text?A. It was Islam's favorite book.B. It might be hard for Abigail.C. It was a best seller at that time.D. It was important for Abigail.14. How did Hasina Islam help Abigail?A. By offering books to her.B. By reading together with her.C. By giving advice on books.D. By introducing great libraries.15. What is paragraph 3 mainly about?A. Islam's special college life.B. Islam's working experiences.C Islam's living conditions. D. Islam's reasons for loving library.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
上海高三一模汇编(英语)听力(含听力原文)2021
2021 一模听力汇编上海(高三·英语)目录一、 2020-2021 学年高三英语一模卷听力汇编 (4)二、听力参考答案 (37)三、听力原文 (39)1. 宝山一模听力原文 (39)2. 黄浦一模听力原文 (42)3. 崇明一模听力原文 (45)4. 徐汇一模听力原文 (49)5. 虹口一模听力原文 (52)6. 闵行一模听力原文 (55)7. 普陀一模听力原文 (59)8. 青浦一模听力原文 (62)9. 长宁一模听力原文 (66)10. 金山一模听力原文 (69)11. 奉贤一模听力原文 (73)12. 嘉定一模听力原文 (76)13. 浦东一模听力原文 (79)14. 松江一模听力原文 (82)15. 杨浦一模听力原文 (85)16. 静安一模听力原文 (89)一、 2020-2021 学年高三英语一模卷听力汇编One【宝山一模】Section ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. Bargaining with a salesgirl. B. Shopping with his girl.C. Promoting a new product.D. Choosing a novel for his child.2. A. Its facilities. B. Its location. C. Its comfort. D. Its price.3. A. Fashionable pants in bright colors. B. Something to match her brown pants.C. Grey pants made from pure cotton.D. 100% cotton pants in dark blue.4. A. Listening to some loud music. B. Practicing for a speech contest.C. Preparing for an oral examination.D. Talking loudly on the telephone.5. A. The man needn’t go hopping every week.B.She can pick the man up at the grocery store.C.She will drive the man to the supermarket.D.The man should buy a car of his own.6. A. The teacher is just following the regulations.B.The woman should have gone on the field trip.C.He has gone through a similar experience.D.He understands the woman’s feelings.7. A. Have someone repair the refrigerator. B. Switch off the refrigerator for a while.C. Ask the man to fix the refrigerator.D. Buy a refrigerator of better quality.8. A. She stayed away from work for a few days.B.She is black and blue all over.C.She got hurt in an accident yesterday.D.She has to go to see a doctor.9. A. Her brother can help the man find a cheaper hotel.B.The man can stay in her brother’s apartment.C.The man should have booked a less expensive hotel.4D. Her brother can find an apartment for the man.10. A. She is currently caught in a traffic jam.C. She may be late for the football game. B. She wants to take the most direct way.D. She is worried about missing her flight.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11.A. The mukbanger was a little funny.C.The girl in the story couldn’t age.12.A. Eating with lots of people is common.C.It’s a way to have someone to chat with.13.A. The way people eat food isn’t healthy generally.B.The audience’s stomachs can’t agree with the food.C.Mukbang c an’t help settle serious eating problems.D.People could be encouraged to eat alone at home. B. It was a true crime story.D. The author was curious about it.B. There is something social and comforting.D. Connecting with others when they’re out.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14.A. You helped others cut hair.C.Someone else did the cutting.15.A. Put off the light.C.Turn off the light.16.A. Learning English can be tricky.C.The meaning of “have my hair cut”.B. You had your hair cut.D.You cut your hairyourself. B. Close the light.D. Go off the light.B. Phrases are confusing for English learners.D. The meaning of “turn off the lights”.Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17.A. What the man plans to give Judy.C.When to choose the birthday gifts.18.A. Say “I care for you” to Judy.C.Give her a gift card.19. A. $100. B. A real gift.20.A. The woman is a shop assistant.C. The man will give Judy $100. B. How hard to buy birthday gifts.D. Where to buy birthday gifts.B. Just give her $100.D. Try to buy a real gift Judy likes.C. A gift card.D. Perfume. B. Judy is the man’s girlfriend.D. The two speakers agree with each other.Two【黄浦一模】Section ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1.A Brother and sister. B. Father and daughter.C. Husband and wife.D. Mother and son.2.A. A Waiter B. A manager C. A salesman D. A barber3.A. He enjoys eating it. B. He cares little for it.C. He prefers fried seafood.D. He doesn't want to taste it.4.A. The goods there were on sale last weekend. B. It's the woman's favorite shopping mall.C. It sold out 50% of the goods last weekend.D. It's the cheapest shopping mall nearby.5.A. The woman isn't satisfied with her clothes' style.B.The woman is most probably pregnant.C.The woman doesn't like the new family member.D.The woman is trying her best to lose weight.6.A. It is the only property she has. B. Her father asked her not to sell it.C. She inherited it from his father.D. She has nowhere to live after selling.7.A. Call a repairman to come at once. B. Check the sink in the kitchen first.C. Clear up the kitchen night now.D. Stop the water from running immediately8.A. She lost her purse. B. She forgot to bring cash.C. She failed to attend the concert.D. She was unable to get the student discount9.A. Finish checking her reference B. Complete the research.C. Put the material in order.D. Start typing the paper.10.A. The woman enjoyed the movie very much.B.The woman didn't sleep well because of the movie.C.The man asked the woman to be careful at night.D.The man invited the woman to go to the theatre together.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear several longer conversation(s) and short passage(s), and you will be asked several questions on each of the conversation(s) and the passage(s). The conversation(s) and the passage(s) will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11.A. She wrote several books. B. She managed a farm.C. She was a business woman.D. She worked as a nurse.12.A. 101 years B. 76 yeans C. 25 years D. 22 years13.A. Pictures in plain style. B. A successful art collectorC. A great American artist.D. The secret of living longer.14.A To concentrate for our quiet thought.B.To give full attention to the driving.C.To avoid being caught by the police.D.To be as casual as possible in the driving.15. A. In an elevator. B. At a special hall.C. In a bathroom.D. At a concert.16.A. By listening comprehensively and analytically.B.By taking a sonic bath thoroughly.C.By attending classical concerts frequently.D.By listening to an emotional piece of music.Question 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17.A. Inquiring about the details of a trade fair.B.Booking a room at a hotel.plaining about the hotel room service.D.Giving suggestions on receiving guests.18.A. It's a busy season for international tourism.B.There aren't many hotels available in the city.C.An important economic event will occur.D.There is a big conference to be held.19.A. For five days altogether.B From Dec. 11th. to Dec. 13th.C From morning to night on Dec. 15th.20.A. The woman wants to reserve rooms either on the 1st or 6th floor.B.The woman has to pay 1200 dollars for all the rooms she has booked.C.whether the rooms are accessible by wheelchair affects the woman’s choice.D.Twelve people are most likely to attend the conference to be held in Dec. 13th.Three【崇明一模】Section ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1.A. At 5:50 p.m. B. At 5:40 p.m. C. At 6:30 p.m. D. At 7:20 p.m.2.A. In a bank. B. In a cinema. C. In a snack bar. D. In a grocery store.3.A. The coffee used to taste better. B. He’d rather drink something different.C. The coffee tastes the same as before.D. He’s surprised the woman drinks coffee.4.A. Look for more information. B. Ask for more time to finish their plan.C. Leave their plan unfinished.D. Finish their plan with the material available.5.A. Stay in the dormitory. B. Ask for a cut in her rent.C. Move into an apartment.D. Pay more attention to her privacy.6.A. The man saw Emma wearing the sweater. B. The sweater is very common.C. She seldom borrows clothes from Emma.D. She did wear the sweater yesterday.7.A. The people to attend the meeting. B. The procedures for the meeting.C. The time to hold the meeting.D. The place for the meeting.8.A. The concert has already begun.B.The woman needn’t go to the box office.C. He’s already got a ticket for the woman.D.The newspaper has no information on the tickets.9. A. She will drive John’s car to the airport. B. John can give her a ride to the airport.C. She has cancelled her flight on Tuesday.D. John can attend the meeting on Tuesday.10.A. He went to see the dentist a week ago.B. The woman’s toothache will go away by itself.C. The dentist was fully occupied last week.D. The woman should have seen the dentist by now.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of them. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11.A. A dance teacher. B. A TV program.C. A ballet company.D. A summer camp.12.A. Dance teachers. B. Poor young people.C. Talented dancers.D. Creative young people.13. A. Training skills. B. Learning methods.C. Self-confidence.D. Financial knowledge. Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14.A. Lego’s plan to rent bricks out.C.Lego’s plan to invest in a new field.15.A. Dealing with lost bricks.C.Reducing carbon emissions.16.A. It’s complex and unrealistic.C.It’s eco-friendly but challenging. B. Lego’s plan to produce less complex sets.D. Lego’s plan to develop sustainable materials.B. Finding enough raw materials.D. Employing suitable technicians.B. It can appeal to more children.D. It can promote non-plastic bricks.Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17.A. A suitable location for a party. B. The safety rules for swimming.C. A good means of swimming safely.D. The activities for the birthday party.18.A. Aggressive swimmers. B. Lack of lifeguards.C. Uninteresting activities.D. Potential bad weather.19.A. To bring some alcohol. B. Not to swim alone.C. To spend longer in water.D. Not to eat before swimming.20.A. Swimming can be totally safe with full consideration.B.The man gives priority to safety when making plans.C.The party will be cancelled due to certain factors.D.The woman is better at swimming than the man.Four【徐汇一模】Section A Short ConversationsDirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. Their parents stopped financing their education.B.The man doesn’t want another English courseC.They can’t pay the rent this month.D.The woman’s boss refused to give her a raise.2. A.$5. B.$10 C.$45 D.$50.3. A. She’ll be away for a while.B. She did well on the examination.C. She worked hard and made a big fortune.D. She didn’t have to work hard for any exam.4.A. Hurry to the conference. B. Skip the conference.C. Take the subway.D. Take a bus.5.A. He is confident.B. He is worried. C. He is bored. D. He is angry.6. A. People’s opinions about the movie vary.B.The man thinks the movie is not as good as he thought.C.You shouldn’t believe everything you see.D.The woman wonders which newspaper the man is reading.7. A. He used to be a workman himself.B.He likes to do repairs and make things himself.C.He is professional builder.D.He paid workmen to decorate the house.8. A. He will change it and use it as a hotel.B.He will pull it down and build a new hotel.C.He will rent it out for use as a hotel.D.He will sell it to the owner of a hotel.9. A. Donald is very responsible. B. Donald is not humorous at all.C. What Donald said is true.D. Donald’s words aren’t reliable.10.A. She doesn’t like the way the professor lectures.B.She’s having a hard time following the professor’s lectures.C.She is not interested in the course.D.She’s having difficulty with the heavy reading assignments.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. The coronavirus is also spreading among the monkeys.B.They are suffering from starvation because of the restriction on tourism.C.The monkeys are unlikely to calm down without music.D.The locals want the monkeys to learn to appreciate music.12. A. They were too hungry to care about it.B.They were so angry that they climbed up his body and touched his head.C.They reacted wildly, such as running over the musician’s hands and eating his music.D.They behaved so wildly that the musician was distracted from playing music.13. A. To calm down the monkeys during the coronavirus crisis.B.To cause concerns about those monkey’s hunger and study their reaction to music.C.To help raise fund for more food for those monkeys.D.To entertain those monkeys so that they would forget eating.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. Those experiencing kind family environment.B.Those suffering physical and verbal abuse from parents.C.Those exposed in verbal abuse in their childhood.D.Those having experienced depression.15. A. Becoming more tolerant.B.Having undeveloped brain connections.C.Having higher level of being fearless.D.No connection between the right and the left side of the brain.16. A. Help kids learn to be more self-controlled.B.Let kids stay away from drug abuse.C.Treasure kids’ middle school life by using nice expressions.D.Prepare kids with those bad verbal expressions.Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17.A. Mexico City. B. Maryland. C. Los Angeles. D. China.18.A. Public health. B. Journalism. C. Writing. D. IT.19. A. To stay in Mexico City for long.B.To learn to write more about public health.C.To go around the world and see more people.D.To move to China or Japan.20. A. She got the job on the bulletin board.B.She got the job on the newspaper.C.She got the job from friend in Mexico City.D.She got the job on the web.Five【虹口一模】I. Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1.A. In a bookstore. B. In a library. C. At a book fair. D. At an art center.2.A. Relieved. B. Delighted. C. Favorable. D. Doubtful.3.A. She has made her vacation plans. B. She has wasted piles of paper.C. She will continue her work on nature.D. She has too much work to do.4.A. She is doing charity work on the clothes.B.She is working hard for the coming exam.C.She is looking forward to attending the party.D.She is busy preparing for the fashion show.5.A. The gallery is a good place for the exhibition.B.Preparing for the exhibition won’t be easy.C.The woman isn’t telling the truth about the offer.D.The woman is making a deadly decision.6.A. He got a ticket to the workshop.B.He didn’t work very carefully.C.He used to drive carelessly.D.He was fined someday last week.7.A. They share the same opinion on the candidate.B.They are both elected president of the Student Union.C.They are reading the same page of the most recent issue.D.They were mad at the candidate for the president of the Student Union.8.A. He missed the beginning of the documentary.B.He fell asleep before the documentary ended.C.He enjoyed the end of the documentary.D.He didn’t see the documentary at all.9. A. Continue with the work. B. Call someone for help.C. Stop working today.D. Get it done next week.10.A. Dr. Smith didn’t put the man on his schedule.B.Dr. Smith is very busy on Mondays.C.Dr. Smith usually sees patients at once.D.Dr. Smith is hard to see.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11.A. How to eat chocolate without gaining weight.B.The harmful effects of eating milk chocolate.C.The effects of eating chocolate on emotions.D.The health benefits of eating chocolate.12.A. Eating a small amount of chocolate led to positive emotions.B.Higher blood pressure resulted from having no chocolate at all.C.A balanced diet, exercise and chocolate could lead to a healthier life.k chocolate is absolutely not good for people at all.13. A. People who plan to change their diet. B. People who exercise less often.C. People who eat chocolate regularly.D. People who want to lose weight.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14.A. The popularity of travel guidebooks.B.The decline of travel guidebooks.C.The close connection between guidebooks and travelers.D.Travel guidebooks’ ability to make money.15. A. Social networks. B. Travel guidebooks.C. Clerks from travel business.D. Hotel reception.16. A. Its high price. B. Its lack of cultivation of individuality.C. Its incomplete introduction.D. The rise of the Internet.Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17.A. How Indian food is made.B.Why English foods are often tasteless.C.Why foods in some countries are spicy.D.How spicy food was introduced into England.18.A. The food in cold regions is usually tasty.B.The climate has little effect on the local food.C.India and England have quite similar climates.D. Spicy food causes people to sweat, cooling them off.19.A. Because they cover the bad smells of food.B.Because they give the food a unique flavor.C.Because they slow down the growth of bacteria.D.Because they come in handy where there is no refrigerator.20.A. The mention of garlic and onion makes the woman hungry.B.The unique flavor of the plants has contributed to their survival.C.The plants and bacteria can live in harmony to some extent.D.It takes a longer time for those plants like onions and garlic to grow.Six【闵行一模】Section ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1.A. Her good friend. B. Her doctor.C. Her personal trainer.D. Her sports teacher.2.A. Leave Daisy alone for the time being. B. Go to see Daisy immediately.C. Make an apology to Daisy in person.D. Buy Daisy a new notebook.3.A. What to prepare for the picnic. B. How to keep the food from being wet.C. Where to have a picnic.D. How the weather is the next day.4.A. Exhausted. B. Thirsty. C. Dizzy. D. Senseless.5.A. He is likely to arrive earlier than Susan. B. He is too busy to attend the party.C. Susan is unlikely to go to the party.D. It’s up to Susan to make the decision.6.A. A lot of students need help. B. Joining a tutoring group is rewarding.C. The woman should spare time on study. D The woman has tutored for a long time.7.A. He often complains. B. He is worried about everything.C. He is a happy man.D. He always causes troubles.8.A. He’ll get a similar T-shirt. B. He will get a new T-shirt for free.C. He’ll get his money back.D. He can complain to the manager.9.A. How well the camera functions. B. How to use the camera correctly.C. How to get the pictures printed.D. How the pictures will turn out.10. A. The exam had little to do with the book. B. The man could hardly finish the exam.C. The exam questions were too difficult.D. The man found the questions confusing.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. Come down from high places. B. Hide themselves in holes.C. Search for shelters.D. Run around impatiently.12.A. By feeling a decrease in air pressure.B.By noticing the change of wind directions.C.By feeling a drop in air temperature.D. By observing the behaviors of other animals.13. A. Birds and Signs of a Storm. B. Air Pressure and Weather Change.C. Animals’ Sharp Senses.D. Weather Signs from Animals.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14.A. By forcefully sending them home.B.By automatically deleting after-work emails.C.By banning the use of the email systems.D.By shortening the working hours.15.A. Because of the low working efficiency.C.Because of the extended working hours.16.A. Strategies to protect private life.C.Ways to use work emails effectively. B. Because of the tight break time.D. Because of the poor family conditions.B. Policies to raise working efficiency.D. Measures to guarantee personal life.Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17. A. The long working hours. B. The choice of the jobs.C. His inability to hold the job.D. The low salary offer.18.A. He prefers teaching to doing administration.B.He is unable to meet the requirement of the comprehensive school.C.He might be turned down for being too young.D.He wants to sign a long-term contract.19. A. Lowly paid but secure. B. Time-consuming and tiring.C. Varied and interesting.D. Flexible but demanding.20.A. The man is likely to take the comprehensive school job.B.The woman suggests the man wait for better offers.C.The man is in favour of the technique school position.D.The woman has a low opinion of the comprehensive school.Seven【普陀一模】Section A Short ConversationsDirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1.A. She dislikes it. B. She likes to share it with others.C. She doesn’t mind using it.D. She works on it every day.2.A. She likes reading food labels. B. She likes waiting for her son for hours.C. She has no interest in shopping.D. She knows how to make food labels.3.A. She can’t finish her work in the evening. B. She has nothing special to do in the evening.C. She goes to the movies in the evening.D. She watches TV while eating dinner.4.A. He stopped a policeman from speeding. B. He was once punished for speedingC. He once saw a police officer speeding.D. He used to work as a policeman5.A. He can go to buy some socks. B. He likes playing football.C. He doesn't like to watch a football game.D. His socks are as good as new.6.A. To work with students. B. To borrow a phone from students.C. To use his cell phone more.D. To give up computers.7.A. They are both crazy about space. B. The man likes space more than the woman.C. They seldom watch movies about space.D. They hope to go to space together.8.A. She was attacked by a small lion. B. She dislikes little lions.C. She has adopted many lions.D. She is braver than others.9.A. The man likes the woman’s new job. B. The man hopes to be a math teacher.C. The woman likes math and science.D. The woman is the man’s teacher.10. A. The city is so quiet in summer. B. People come here for summer holidays.C. It's too hot to live here in summer.D. The city’s traffic is terrible in summer.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the short passages and the longer conversation. The short passages and the longer conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage11.A. Less breakfast and more dinner. B. Big breakfast and small dinnerC. Keeping blood sugar levels steady.D. Saving calories for dinner.12.A. 16 B. 60 C.16,000 D. 60,00013.A. He wants to eat something sweet. B. He wants to eat more at lunch.。
2020-2021学年上海市浦东中学高三英语一模试卷及参考答案
2020-2021学年上海市浦东中学高三英语一模试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AA Lifelong Devotion to Keeping People FedYuan Longping is a Chinese agricultural scientist and educator, known for developing the hybrid rice varieties.Yuan graduated from the Southwest Agriculture Institute in 1953 andbegan his teaching career at an agriculture school.In the 1960s, when a serious food shortage sweptChina, Yuan decided to devote himself to studying how to increase the yields of rice. He then began a lifelong connection with rice.Yuan succeeded in growing the world’s first high-yielding hybrid rice varieties in 1973, which could reach a yield of over 500 kg per mu (about 0.067 hectares), rising from the previous yield of only 300 kg per mu. For the next four decades, he continued to work on research and development of hybrid rice, achieving increasingly higher outputs. In 2020, hybrid rice developed by Yuan’s team achieved 1,500 kilograms per mu in two growing seasons, a new world record.InChina, where rice is the main food for the majority of the 1.4 billion people, the planting area of hybrid rice has reached 16 million hectares, or 57 % of the total planting area of rice, helping feed an extra 80 million people a year.Hybrid rice has also been grown in over 40 countries, including theU.S.,Brazil,India,Vietnam, thePhilippinesandMadagascar. The total planting area of the hybrid rice has reached 8 million hectares overseas.Even after a great success, Yuan never held himself back from making new breakthroughs. In 2017, his team started to grow seawater rice inQingdao. The rice was designed to grow in saline-alkaline land and survive even after being completely in seawater. His team planned to develop a type of seawater rice that could be planted in 6.67 million hectares of saline-alkaline land acrossChinato boost the country’s rice harvest by about 20 %. In 2018, Yuan’s team was invited to plant the saline-alkaline tolerant rice in experimental fields inDubai, which achieved huge success. In June 2020, his team started to grow seawater rice on a farm at an altitude of 2,800 meters in northwestChina’sQinghaiProvince. The experiment succeeded.Yuan had two dreams — to “enjoy the cool under the rice crops taller than men” and that hybrid rice could be grown all over the world to help solve the global food shortage.1. What made Yuan Longping decide to study rice?A. A serious food shortage.B. Agriculture development.C. His interest in the rice experiment.D. His wish to plant the tallest rice in the world.2. From the passage, we know that Yuan Longping ________.A. developed a variety of hybrid riceB. worked as a scientist after graduationC. started to grow seawater rice inDubaiin 2017D. grew the first high-yielding hybrid rice varieties in 19533. We can infer from the passage that Yuan Longping’s most outstanding qualities are________.A. modest and outgoingB. honest and creativeC. generous and optimisticD. responsible and devotedBWhen I was seven my father gave me a Timex, my first watch. I loved it, wore it for years, and haven’t had another one since it stopped ticking a decade ago. Why? Because I don’t need one. I have a mobile phone and I’m always near someone with an iPod or something like that. All these devices (装置) tell the time — which is why, if you look around, you’ll see lots of empty wrists; sales of watches to young adults have been going down since 2007. This is ridiculous. Expensive cars go faster than cheap cars. Expensive clothes hang better than cheap clothes. But these days all watches tell the time as well as all other watches. Expensive watches come with extra functions — but who needs them? How often do you dive to 300 metres into the sea or need to find your direction in the area around the South Pole? So why pay that much of five years’ school fees for watches that allow you to do these things?If justice were done, the Swiss watch industry should have closed down when the Japanese discovered how to make accurate watches for a five-pound note. Instead the Swiss reinvented the watch, with the aid of millions of pounds’ worth of advertising, as a message about the man wearing it. Rolexes are for those who spend their weekends climbing icy mountains; a Patek Philippe is for one from a rich or noble family; a Breitling suggests you like to pilot planesacross the world.Watches are now classified as “investments” (投资). A 1994 Philippe recently sold for nearly £ 350,000, while 1960s Rolexes have gone from £ 15,000 to £ 30,000 plus in a year. But a watch is not an investment. It’s a toy for self-satisfaction, a matter of fashion. Prices may keep going up — they’ve been rising for 15 years. But when of fashion. Prices may keep going up — they’ve been rising for 15 years. But when fashion moves on, the owner ofthat £ 350,000 beauty will suddenly find his pride and joy is no more a good investment than my childhood Times.4. The author don’t need another watch because ________.A. he don’t like wearing a watchB. he has mobile phone and can ask someone for helpC. he has no sense of timeD. he thinks watches too expensive5. It seems ridiculous to the writer that________.A. expensive watches with unnecessary functions still sellB. expensive clothes sell better than cheap onesC. cheap cars don’t run as fast as expensive onesD. people dive 300 metres into the sea6. What can be learnt about Swiss watch industry from the passage?A. It wastes a huge amount of money in advertising.B. It’s hard for the industry to beat its competitors.C. It targets rich people as its potential customers.D. It’s easy for theindustry to reinvent cheap watches.7. Which would be the best title for the passage?A. Timex or Rolex?B. My Childhood TimexC. Watches? Not for Me!D. Watches----a Valuable CollectionCA 10-year-old swimmer with sky-high dreams and a name to match them has broken a record previously held by Olympian Michael Phelps.Clark Kent Apuada, whose friends call him“Superman", swam the 100-meter butterfly in 1:09.38 at the Far Western Long Course Championships in his home state of California this Sunday. That's a second faster than the record Phelps set at the same event in 1995 with a time of 1: 10. 48 in the same category of boys under 10.Clark, a rising fifth-grader who is Filipino-American, told HuffPost he's been dreaming about breaking Phelps' record ever since he started swimming competitively at age 7."I was so motivated,"Clarksaid about his win."I was so happy that I was able to beat that record.”Phelps competed in his first Olympics at age 15. He went on to become the mostdecoratedOlympian in history, with 28 medals overall. “Everyone in the crowd was excited when they realized what a special swim theyhad just seen when we announced the long-standing record had been broken,"Cindy Rowland,Pacific Swimming's director, wrote in an email.Clarkwon first place for all the swimming events he competed in at this year's Far Western Championships. Pacific Swimming or PacSwim, a regional association that is part of USA Swimming, organizes the Far Western Long Course Championships. Cynthia Apuada,Clark' s mother,said that her child seems to be “living by his name at this point”。
2020-2021学年上海市鲁迅中学高三英语第一次联考试题及答案
2020-2021学年上海市鲁迅中学高三英语第一次联考试题及答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ADesign a science holiday to win a science holidayIs there a scientific holiday,tour,vacation or experience in your list that you dream of making a reality? We might just be able to help with that! We are the crowd sourcing thoughts and suggestions onnew tours,and the winner will receive two free places on their tour when it's launched.Starting entries 1st May 2020Deadline 31st August 2020ENTER NOW---Write a brief description of your ideal science holiday,tour,vacation or experience.---No matter how big or small,we are looking for brilliant, unique thoughts.It can be a complex multi-location overseas holiday tour,a weekend away deep-diving,or a simple walking tour(and everything in between).---Our current tours are mainly individual-focused but we would love to hear ideas for families and schools.---Creations that have environmentally friendly themes and a low carbon impact are also welcome.---Your entry can be as simple as a great title but writing more specifies will improve the possibility of walking off with the prize.---The competition doesn't close by September,2020,so plenty of time to brainstorm your entry.---We will launch the best idea in late 2020 or at the beginning of 2021. The winner will receive the award once the result is published.If you want to submit more than 3,999 words,include photos/maps with your entry, or submit multiple entries then send it to tours @ . The competition guidelines and other related information are available at .1. When will the winner probably be announced?A. In August,2020.B. In September,2020.C. In January,2021.D. In May,2021.2. What kind of entries might be more likely to win?A. Those producing a low carbon impact.B. Those with a long and unique title.C. Those providing detailed information.D. Those for individual-focused tours.3. What is the purpose of this text?A. To give guidance on a competition.B. To advertise a science holiday.C. To inspire creativity in teenagers.D. To collect the ideas for tours.BAs a rider, Anna Kiesenhofe’s Olympics victory might be a surprise. The winner of the road race at the Tokyo Olympics left the sport at the end of 2017 when she found herself out of contract (合同). She came into Tokyo without a professional team and left as an Olympic champion.The 30-year old began her cycling career in 2014 after running injuries that prevented her from continuing her pursuits of triathlon (铁人三项). She later joined a Catalan team and won the Spanish National Cup in 2016.The then-26 year old signedher first professional contract with Lotto Soudal Ladies for the following season. However, she ended her 2017 campaign in April and did not sign a contract for 2018, eventually taking a year off the bike. In 2019, Kiesenhofer came back to the sport as a rider, winning the Austrian national road race. Despite her results, Kiesenhofer sill had no professional contract while going into the Tokyo Olympics.Kiesenhofer was the first rider to attack in the Olympic road race, eventually forming a breakaway along with Carl Oberholzer, Omer Shapira, Vera Looser and Anna Plichta, which went on to reach a gap of 11 minutes. After Looser and Oberholzer were dropped, Kiesnhofer ataced her two remaining breakaway companions.After Shapira and Plichta were caught by the peloton (主车群), the rest of the riders seemed to believe that they were racing among themselves for Gold, not knowing that Remehofere was still in front. While it might be a misjudgment from the rest of the peloton that allowed Kiesenhofer to keep her lead of more than two minutes, other riders’ mistakes should not detract from the Austrian’s efforts.Off the bike the new Olympic Champion has a PhD in mathematics after studying at the Technical University of Vienne as well as at Cambridge University. She currently works at the University of Lausanne.4. Why did Anna give up triathlon?A. She got injured.B. She lost interest in it.C. She had to attend university.D. She never won a medal.5. Which is the right order of the following events?①She ended her campaign.②She took a year off the bike.③She began her cycling career.④She won the Austrian national road race.⑤She won the Spanish National Cup.A. ③④①②⑤.B. ②③④①⑤.C. ③⑤①②④.D. ④②③①⑤.6. What were the riders of the peloton unaware of at the Tokyo Olympics?A. The road race was so difficult.B. Anna was a new rider.C. They had caught up with Anna.D. Anna took the lead of them.7. What is Anna’s present job?A. A cycling coach.B. A university teacher.C A professional rider. D. A college student.CI was in the second year of my Ph. D. program when a colleague asked what I would do if I had an extra hour every day. Without much consideration, I said I would use it to help others. The question kept coming to my mind. Like many graduate students, I was overwhelmed (难以承受的) with research, teaching, coursework, and some attempt at a personal life. Still, I asked myself, "Do I really need a 25th hour to help other people-or do I need to make better use of the 24 hours I have?"I needed something to help me return to my old self. After that conversation with my colleague, I googled (谷歌搜索) “volunteer opportunities near me”. A local organization that drives people to stores or appointments was looking for volunteers. Having grown up in a rural village where everyone knew oneanother and my grandparents were always close by, I thought serving senior citizens in my new hometown might be just what I needed.A short time later, I started to volunteer for an organization that provides transportation for senior citizens and people with disabilities. To my surprise, adding this activity to my busy life was just what I needed to calm the confusion I was feeling as a first-generation international graduate student.I started to volunteer about 3 hours every weekend, the time I otherwise would have wasted oversleeping or scrolling (滚屏) through social media. Sharing stories with my riders was much more rewarding. What they told me about their lives helped me realize that in every corner of the world, humans are connected with thelanguageof emotions. And seeing how eager my riders were to spend time out and about inspired me to think about how to spend my time, which used to slip away. My previously overwhelming schedule began to feel manageable.I'm proud of who I have become, and I continue to reflect on how I'm using the most valuable thing in life: my time.8. Why did the author ask himself the question in Paragraph 1?A. He wanted to return to normal life.B. He was busy but wanted to help others.C. He couldn't bear too much school work.D. He couldn't answer his colleague's question.9. How did the author find the volunteer job?A. A colleague recommended it.B. A local organization offered it.C. He got it from his grandparents.D. He got it by surfing on the Internet.10. What made the author feel his volunteer job was worth doing?A. Communicating with his riders.B. Improving his language learning.C. Meeting his grandparents often.D. Realizing his previous dream.11. How did volunteering influence the author?A. It helped himbecome confident and efficient.B. He found a good way to live a free and quiet life.C. He realized he had wasted too much time pursuing his Ph.D.D. It inspired him to spare more time to accompany his grandparents.DJon Pedley is making a big change. He is giving up his life as a businessman for a life of helping others. He is trading his beautiful farmhouse in England for life in a mud hut in Uganda, East Africa.Pedley admits that he has notalways led a very positive life. At times he drank too much and got in trouble with the law. “I’ve always put the pursuit of money in front of everything else. As long as I was all right, I didn’t care who I was hurting, ” says Pedley.But a visit to Uganda in 2007 gave Pedley a new outlook on life. He was amazed at what he saw and how much the people there appreciated the work he was doing. “I worked there for a few days and these people who have nothing were thanking me by giving me bags of potatoes, which are a fortune for them,” he said.Now Pedley is selling his business, his $1.5 million farmhouse, and his expensive car — and moving into a hut made of mud and boards in a small Ugandan village. There he will help run an organization that hopes to improve the quality of life for people in the village of Kigazi. He will help to build schoolrooms for children and tanks to hold clean water for villagers. Today, people in Kigazi must walk two miles to a hospital, so Pedley will help to build doctors’ offices, too.Pedley’s organization will also work with English teenagers who are in trouble. The teens will be sent to a “camp” in Uganda that Pedley will run. The teens will live in mud huts and help to build water, health, and education facilities for kids in Kigazi, many of whom have lost their parents to poverty or disease. Pedley hopes the teens will see a side of life that might help them turn around their own lives and set them on a new and more positive path.12. Which of the following best describes Pedley’s life in the past?A. Negative.B. Colorful.C. Independent.D. Selfish.13. What will Pedley do in the small Ugandan village?A. Do business with the local people.B. Help farmers increase potato output.C. Assist villagers with construction work.D. Introduce tools to improve English teaching.14. Why will Pedley work with English teenagers in trouble?A. To encourage them to make friends with locals.B. To inspire them to live a more positive life.C. To train them to become doctors in the future.D. To make them learn about different cultures.15. What is the best title for the text?A. From millionaire to mud hutB. A life-changing adventureC. A rich man becoming homelessD. More money, more worries第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。