2021届湖南省长沙市雅礼中学高三上学期“每周一练”高考模拟英语试题(十一)
高2021届雅礼中学高三上学期“每周一练”高考模拟英语试题（十一） 注意事项： 1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。 2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮檫干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在打题卡上，写在试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt? A. £19.15. B. £9.18. C. £9.15. 答案是C。 1. What is the man planning to do? A. Make some cheese. B. Go on a trip. C. Find a job in Paris. 2. What is the time now? A. 8 o’clock. B. 10 o’clock. C. 12 o’clock. 3. What are the speakers talking about? A. A local artist. B. The man’s salary. C. An apartment to let. 4. How does Dr. Heath spend most of his time? A. Giving lectures. B. Conducting research. C. Doing office work, 5. Why does Elaine call Peter? A. To borrow his notes. B. To explain her absence. C. To discuss the presentation. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位罝。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6. What is Julia doing? A. Asking about her order. B. Reporting a computer problem. C. Confirming a visit to a company. 7. When will the chairs arrive today? A. At about 10 am. B. Around 12 noon. C. By 4 pm. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8. What is the conversation mainly about? A. Course design. B. Course registration. C. Course evaluation. 9. What course did the woman choose? A. International Trade. B. Modem History C. Chemistry. 10. What will Jack do to take mathematics? A. Watt for an opening. B. Apply to the department. C. Speak to Professor Anderson. 听第8段材料, 回答第11至13题。 11. Where does the conversation probably take place? A. In a shop. B. In a canteen. C. In an office. 12. What bothers the woman? A. Her computer is down. B. Her paper is missing. C. Her hand is aching. 13. When is the woman's report due? A. Wednesday. B. Friday. C. Next Monday. 听第9段材料,回答第14至17题。 14. What is the man doing? A. Writing a book. B. Preparing a lecture. C. Searching for references, 15. What does the woman suggest the man do? A. Make his topic more specific B. Get a complete reading list C. Read at least six books. 16. What is the roan going to focus on? A. Hollywood in the 1920s, B. 20th-century Hollywood movies. C. Golden Age Hollywood comedies. 17. What is the relationship between the speakers? A. Student and teacher B. Reader and librarian. C. Customer and shop assistant. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题， 18. What will the weather be like in high places this evening? A. There’ll be showers, B. There’ll be heavy mist. C. There’ll be strong winds. 19- How will the day start in coastal areas tomorrow? A. Cloudy. B. Rainy. C. Sunny. 20. When can holiday makers expect good weather? A. This weekend B. End of this month. C. Next month. 第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A Rebecca (《蝴蝶梦》) The famous adaption of Rebecca is the Oscar-winning Alfred Hitchcock classic Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine. How can Ben Wheatley’s new version possibly compete? Well, one answer is to have Kristin Scott Thomas as Mrs Danvers, a stroke of casting genius which is enough to justify the film’s existence. Another answer is going back to the book and trying to get closer to the actual story... You think you know it and you just don’t.
On Netflix from 21 October Possessor Andrea Riseborough stars as an assassin(刺客) who can control other people’s bodies and get them to do the killing for her. Her latest job is to kill an IT tycoon (Sean Bean) and his daughter (Tuppence Middleton) by possessing the daughter’s future husband (Christopher Abbott). David Ehrlich of IndieWire claimed , “90 minutes of Andrea Riseborough and Chriustopher Abbott engaging in warfare over control of the latter’s body is more satisfying”.
Released on 2 October in the US and 9 October in Canada Honest Thief Liam Neeson plays Tom, a retired bank robber who promises to return his ill-gotten gains in exchange for a reduced prison sentence so that he can settle down with the woman he loves (Kate Walsh). But the two FBI agents (Jai Courtney and Anthony Ramos) assigned to fetch the money decide to steal it instead and frame Tom for murder. Unfortunately for them, he is a man with a very particular set of skills, so the explosions, car chases, and shoot-outs all come.
Released on 14 October in France, 15 October in Portugal and 16 October in the US 21．What do we know about Ben Wheatley’s new Rebecca? A．It is the most famous adaptation of Rebecca. B．It is directed and produced closer to the original. C．Laurence Olivier and Joan Fontaine starred in his film. D．Kristin Scott Thomas, a casting genius edited the movie. 22．When can you first enjoy Possessor in Canada? A．On 2 October. B．On 9 October. C．On 14 October. D．On 15 October.
湖南省长沙市雅礼中学2021届高三年级期中考试英语试卷 (含答案)
湖南省长沙市雅礼中学2021届高三年级期中考试英语本试题卷共10页。
时量120分钟。
满分150分。
得分：注意事项：1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。
回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt?A. £ 19. 15.B. £ 9.18.C. £ 9.15.答案是C.1. What will the speakers do on Saturday?A. Make a cake.B. Go to a park.C. Go to a bakery.2.When is the man supposed to check out?A. Today.B. Tomorrow.C. The day after tomorrow.3. Which class is the man taking?A. Biology.B. Chemistry.C. Physics.4.How does the woman feel about turning 40?A. Everything should stay the same.B. She doesn't feel like celebrating.C. It's time for a change.5.Why did the man leave the party early last night?A. He had to take the car home.B. None of his friends was there.C.Everyone went home.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
2021届湖南省长沙市雅礼中学高三上学期“每周一练”高考模拟英语试题(九)
高2021届雅礼中学高三上学期“每周一练”高考模拟英语试题（九）注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动，用橡皮檫干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。
回答非选择题时，将答案写在打题卡上，写在试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt?A. £19.15.B. £9.18.C. £9.15.答案是C。
1.How old is the girl?A. 7B. 8C. 102. Where does the conversation most probably take place ?A. In a bankB. In a storeC. In a library3. How will the two speakers travel ?A. By busB. By carC. By train4. What are the two speakers talking about ?A. Their workB. Their managerC. Their meeting 5. What is the woman’s problem ?A. She is thirstyB. She is sickC. She is tired第二节（共12小题；每小题1.5分，满分18分）请听下面4端对话或独白。
雅礼中学2021届高考模拟卷(一)英语试题及答案
雅礼中学2021届高考模拟卷（一）英语第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小題：每小题2.5分.满分37. 5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
AHere is a guide to the best countries to see the Northern Lights, as well as top tips such as the best time to go.★ Where to go：GreenlandKangerlussuaq is often regarded as the best spot in Greenland, with over 300 nights of clear skies. Alternatively, you can visit the capital city of Nuuk, where on clear nights, there have been plenty of sightings of the Northern Lights. And in the southern regions, darkness tends to fall earlier in the evening, ideal for those who don’t want to stay up all night.Best time to go：From November through to April.★Where to go：NorwayHead to the northern regions of Norway for the best possible chances of seeing the Northern Lights. Head to Svalbard, one of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas，and you,II feel like youVe stepped into an ice kingdom. Those who love the great outdoors might want to check out the Lyngenfjord region, where you^l find plenty of tours to see the Northern Lights, whale-watching, skiing, ice climbing and so on!Best time to go：From October through to March when the polar nights make them easier to spot.★ Where to go：SwedenHead to Abisko National Park where the clear skies and lack of light pollution make for ideal Northern Lights viewing conditions. One of the best spots is in Swedish Lapland, where you can have dinner under the midnight skies. Hikers might also consider trying the Kungsleden hiking trail, which offers about 440km of breathtaking landscapes.Best time to go：From September through to March.★Where to go：IcelandYou don t need to go to the remote landscapes to spot the Northern Lights. In fact, sightings are possible from Iceland's capital of Reykjavik. Want to escape the crowds? Head to lesser-known spots such as Thingvellir, which is the place where photographers try to capture the perfect Northern Lights photo.Best time to go：From late August to mid-April, although you will increase your chances if you visit from late September through to March.21．What can we learn about Greenland from the text?A．It has one of the worlds northernmost inhabited areas.B．It offers an about 440km of hiking trail with breathtaking landscapes.C．The capital city of Nuuk is the only place to see the Northern Lights in Greenland D．One can go to the southern regions in order to see the Northern Lights earlier.22．We can learn from the text that _______ .A．most cities in Greenland have over 300 nights of clear skies a yearB．one can see the Northern Lights as well as whale-watching in the Lyngenfjord regionC．one can have dinner under the midnight skies in ThingvellirD．late September through to March is the best time to see the Northern Lights in Norway23．The text has been written for those who .A.intend to study the Northern LightsB. want to see the Northern LightsC. are interested in European countriesD. are fond of extreme sportsBAlbert Einsrein is known as the father of modern physics, but he may not be the man your kids should aspire(有志) to be. Instead, the person we should be looking up to is the productive Thomas Alva Edison.Researchers at Penn State and William Paterson universities came to that conclusion after conducting a series of studies with college students and finding that students were more motivated by the hard-working Edison type than Einstein’s “genius(天才) is my birthright” model.“There's a misleading message o ut there that says you have to be a genius in order to be a scientist，” says study co-author Danfei Hu at Penn State, who thinks this may be a big cause of people not choosing science and missing, out on a great career. "Struggling is a normal part of doing science and exceptional talent is not the only precondition for succeeding in science! It's important we help spread this message in science education.” she continues.In one study conducted by Hu and Janet N. Ahn of William Paterson University, participants read the same story--about the typical difficulty faced by a scientist -- with half told the hero of the story was Einstein and the other half told it was Edison. It may have been the same story, but knowing it involved Einstein prompted students to assume he overpowered his struggles using his giant brain. When told Edison was the hero, students more withthe idea that he outworked his problems. Indeed, the latter students were more motivated to complete a series of math problems.Einstein’s success is commonly linked to extraordinary talent while Edison’s is usually linked to his persistence and diligence. That’s not to say Einstein put little effort into revolutionizing science. He worked as hard as anyone. But the popular understanding remains that his brain --something that can’t be “emulated”--was like no other. So why bother trying to follow in his footsteps? Edison, however, a man with a huge number of successes as well as plenty of failures, but finally someone who made the world a better place, is the kind of man we can all aspire to be.24．What did the researchers discover in their studies?A. Hard workers are better role models than geniuses.B. Young people have unreasonable admiration for geniuses.C. Edison's contribution to science is greater than Einstein’s.D. Young people are not familiar with Einstein’s and Edison’s work.25. What does Hu suggest in science education? vA. Setting examples.B. Encouraging failures.C. Advocating hardwork.D. Discovering talent.26. Which might be the author’s view on Einstein?A. Not productive but influential as a physicist.B. A genius who succeeded in science easily.C. A great physicist with many hidden virtues.D. well-known genius and an unacknowledged hard worker.27. The underlined word “emulated” can be replaced by “ ___ ”.A. examinedB. copiedC. wastedD. damagedCThere are a lot of feral (野生的）camels in Australia. Although they don't appear to be as destructive as other introduced species because they eat trees and plants that our native Australian animals don't eat, in the last few years the Australian Camel population has been increasing at a fairly alarming rate and becoming a bit of a problem.We didn't see them that often where we grew up unless we went further into Queensland or South Australia.When we did see them it was always a bit of a thrill for us kids because it was somewhat of a novelty.The suggestion of bringing camels to Australia was first made in 1837, 49 years after Europeans arrived in Australia. The importing of camels into Australia began in the mid 1800s to open up the desert areas of Cental and Western Australia. They were handled and cared for by Muslim cameleers that came from countries like Egypt, Turkey and northern India. The cameleers were called Afghans or "Ghans" even though most of them were not Afghans. The name stuck to a part of the railroad track that links Port Augusta in South Australia to Darwin in the Northern Territory.In a famous 176-kilometre race, between Bourke and Wanaaring in New South Wales a camel was beaten by a horse but the horse diet the next day while the camel was ridden back to the starting point.By the 1920s there were about 20, 000 domesticated(家养的)camels in Australia, but with the arrival of motor and rail transport in the 1930s people no longer needed their camels and a lot of them were abandoned in the bush. Australian Camels are now exported live to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and other countries where disease-free camels are considered a delicacy (佳肴).Australian Camels are also exported to Arab Camel racing stables as breeding stock. The United States also imports them to use in tourist attractions. There are over 40 farms providing rides in Australia now.28.What problem with camels in Australia is mentioned?A. They carry disease.B. They hurt people sometimes.C. The number of them is growing rapidly.D. Some native animals are threatened by them.29. For what purpose were camels brought to Australia?A. To keep the balance of nature.B. To develop the desert areas.C. To satisfy kids' curiosity.D. To create new jobs.30. What led to camels' being deserted in Australia?A. The disappearance of bushes.B. The spread of a serious disease.C. The introduction of other animals.D. The availability of modern vehicles.31. What is the last paragraph mainly about?A. The history of Australian Camels.B. What Australian Camels are used for.C. The advantages of Australian Camels.D. Why Australian Camels are popular abroad.DAn unconventional method for growing rice has been found to increase yields(产量)by 20 to 50 percent.Reports from China, India, Southeast Asia and Africa suggest that average yield increases of 20 to 50 percent are regularly being achieved by farmers adopting the "system of rice intensification (集约化）” (SRI), which needs one-tenth as many and seeds and aims to stimulate the root system of plants rather than trying to increase, yields in the conventional way by using improved seeds and fertilizers.The idea of using less to gain more is seen as an important innovation (革新）foradapting farming to climate change and a way to increase yields at a time when human populations are growing fast but traditional plant breeding and genetically modified techniques have failed to increase yields more than a few percentage points, says Norman Uphoff, professor of international agriculture at Cornell.The new way to grow rice needs only half as much water, and is proving most popular in water-stressed countries, says Tavseef Mairaj Shah, a Ph.D. researcher. “Rice growing in Kashmir largely depends o n irrigation systems that draw water from the river Jhelum. But climate change is leading to drier winters，untimely rains, and warmer summers.”“SRI is a great technique, not just from the water-saving perspective but because it offers better yields and soil conditions. Different studies, both at the experimental level and farmer-participative level, have shown that SRI improves yields with less water.” Shah adds.Some academics, the global seed industry and the' international community once rejectedreports of “fantastic”yields,accusing farmers of falsifying(篡改）records and researchers of carelessness and “non-science” . But more than 600 articles, checked by SRI international at Cornell University, have shown benefits.Uphoff says, ”Attitudes are changing. The original hostility(敌意)has gone.” However, the ear ly opposition has resulted in comparatively little scientific research being conducted into SRI and a slow understanding by funders.32. How does SRI increase the yields of rice?A.By sowing more seeds.B. By using improved seeds.C. By improving its root system.D. By adopting special fertilizers.33. Compared with the conventional method for growing rice, SRI .A. 2needs less waterB. increases labor costsC. requires better soil conditionsD. depends on genetically modified techniques34. What was the global seed industry's initial attitude toward reports on SRI?A. Curious.B. Skeptical.C. Approving.D. Uninterested.35. Which of the following can be the best title of the passage?A. How to Increase YieldsB. People's Attitudes Towards SRIC. An Innovative Means of Growing RiceD. The Disadvantages of Conventional Plant Breeding第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，共12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的锻佳选项。
2021届湖南省长沙市雅礼中学高三上学期“每周一练”高考模拟英语试题(五)
高2021届雅礼中学高三上学期“每周一练”高考模拟英语试题（五）注意事项：1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2．回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动，用橡皮檫干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。
回答非选择题时，将答案写在打题卡上，写在试卷上无效。
3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt?A. £19.15.B. £9.18.C. £9.15.答案是C。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a supermarket.B. In the post office.C. In the street.2. What did Carl do?A. He designed a medal.B. He fixed a TV set.C. He took a test.3. What does the man do?A. He's a tailor.B. He's a waiter.C. He's a shop assistant.4. When will the flight arrive?A. At 18：20.B. At 18：35.C. At 18：50.5. How can the man improve his article?A. By deleting unnecessary words.B. By adding a couple of points.C. By correcting grammar mistakes.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
湖南省雅礼中学2021届高三11月考试——英语
湖南省雅礼中学2021届高三11月测试英语试卷考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在做题卡上. 将答案写在做题卡上.写在本试卷上无效.3.测试结束后,将本试卷和做题卡一并交回.第一局部听力〔共两节,总分值30分〕做题时,先将答案标在试卷上.录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案 转涂到做题卡上.第一节〔共5小题；每题1. 5分,总分值7. 5分〕听下而5段对话.每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A 、B 、C 三个选项中选出最 佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置.听完每段对话后, 和阅读下一小题.每段对话仅读一遍.例：How much is the shirt?5. What is the man offering to do for the woman?第二节 〔共15小题；每题L 5分,总分值22・ 5分〕 听下面5段对话或独白.每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A 、B 、C 三个 选项中选出最正确选项,并标在试卷的相应位置.听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个 小题,每题5秒钟；听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间.每段对话或独白读两遍.听第6段材料,答复第6、7题.6. When does the conversation probably take place?7. What is the woman probably doing?A. Listening to the radio.B. Writing some reports.A. At night. B. In the afternoon.C. In the morning. 考前须知：1.答卷前, 2 .作答时, 你都有io 秒钟的时间来答复有关小题 A. £19.15.答案是C .1. How long has the man A. 5 minutes. B. £9.18. C. £9.15. waited for the woman?B. 15 minutes.C. 20 minutes.2. What will the woman probably do next? A. Park the car. B. Turn back.3. What does the woman mean?A. Their kids will be a great help.B. They will work harder than now.C. She hardly has time to clean the house.4. How will the man probably go downtown? C. Turn left. A. By bus. B. By taxi.C. By subway. A. Carry her suitcases. B. Help her to check in.C. Take her to her room.C. Watching TV.听第7段材料,答复第8至10题.8.What does the woman ask the man for?A. His full name.B. His child's passport.9.What does the man ask to bring to the gate?A. A blue backpack.B. A baby carriage.10.What is the relationship between the speakers?A.Guide and tourist.B.Driver and passenger.C.Airport employee and passenger. 听第8段材料,答复第11至;3题.11.How has the woman been trying to lose weight?A. By eating less.B. By taking some medicine.C. By eating more healthy food.12.What do we know about the woman?A.She is really wealthy.B.She wants to find a new job.C.She prefers hamburgers to hot dogs.13.What advice does the man give the woman?A.Stopping using the elevator.B.Taking the bus one stop earlier.C.Going to a gym at regular times.听第9段材料,答复第14至16题.14.Where does the man notice the red things first?A. On the woman's legs.B. On the woman's face.15.What might cause the red things?A. A plant.B. Some food.16.What will the woman probably do next?A. Go to the dnigstore.B. Eat something different. 听第10段材料,答复第17至20题.17.Which fact of Sydney does the speaker mention?A.It has the world's biggest deep water harborB.It has a population of less than three million.C.It is a place of natural beauty with green parkland.18.Which area can date back to the early nineteenth century?A. The Rocks.B. Houses in Paddington.C. The Koala Bear Park.19.What makes the Opera House famous?A. Its size.B. Its design.C. Its performances. C. His child's last name.C. Two bags for his daughter.C. On the woman's arms. C. Oily skin.C. Receive hospital treatment.20.What is the temperature difference between summer and winterin Sydney?A.About 8℃.B.About 12℃.C.About 20℃.第二局部阅读理解〔共两节,总分值40分〕第一节〔共15小题；每题2分,总分值30分〕阅读以下短文,从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最正确选项.ASimple facts about the British currencyThe British currency has two units — the pound and the penny. 100 pennies make £ 1.Currency paper notes are £5, £ 10. £20 and £50. The different notes are quite similar in size and appearance, so be careful! £50 notes are not common, and many shops will not accept them. because of the danger of false money.Coins are £2, £ 1, 5Op, 20p, lOp, 5p, 2p and Ip.In Scotland, Scottish banks issue their own bank notes of various values. British and Scottish notes and coins are interchangeable. However, you might find some unwillingness in the South of England to accept Scottish notes even though areas near Scotland will happily accept them. We therefore recommend that you exchange or spend any Scottish currency before leaving Scotland .In conversation and shops, people often do not say “pounds" Something which costs £6.50 would usually be described as “six fifty〞. For things which cost less than one pound, people may say "pence'’, but often tliey say "pee〞, meaning "p； For instance, 'fc Tliat is nmety-iiine pee〞. The larger coins will often be called, for exai叩le, "a fifty pee： or "a fifty pee piece〞.Best wavs of obtaining British monevYou can change cash and traveller's cheques at British Banks, building societies 〔these are similar to banks〕 , larger Post Offices, larger Travel Agents, some larger Tourist Information Centres, American Express, and Bureaux de Change.Be careful, as some cost more than others! You will probably pay much more at Bureaux de Change at airports and in the centre of London.Banks, building societies and travel agents will usually charge a fixed percentage fee, about 3%, with a minimum of fee of £2. 50. Or it might be 2%, with a minimum fee of £3. Some, such as the Halifax Building Society, may charge a £2 handing charge, plus 1% fee. It is worth looking around. Larger post offices charge only a 1% fee, minimum £2.50, so they can be a good place to go.21.What notes should you avoid while exchanging for British money?A. £5 notes.B. £ 10 notes.C. £ 20 notes.D. £ 50 notes.22.How much is "eight thirty" in purchase?A. £83.B. £8.30.C. 83p.D. 8.30p.23.Where can you probably get the most value of your money when changing for British currency?A. British Banks.B. Building Societies.C. Larger Travel Agents.D. Larger Post Offices.BThe word ''inquiry〞 (or enquiry) comes from the Latin words m'\ or “mward", and "quaere, whichis the verb "to question". So inquiry is not just asking questions, it is questioning into something. It has the quality of getting into something, going deepen so you can see what you haven't been able to see before.When you begin an inquiry, you are deliberately setting out to search for what you don't know. You have to have the confidence to say that you might be able to figure it out for yourself. And in that process, you get a sense of real excitement and energy. That energy is both part of, and contributes to, what we often call ^engagement,. But iii order to use inquiry to answer your question, you have to become good at knowing what you don't know. I would argue that that's exactly the opposite of what happens in schools. Classrooms focus on what you do know (or are supposed to know) and leave you unprepared to deal with the things you don't know.In some ways, we are all surrounded by a bubble of the known. When you ^know" something, you identify how your model of the world fits with and explains what you see. Living in the bubble of the known is comfortable and comforting. You see what you know, and you know what you see. But to do inquiiy you have to get good at always looking for the boundaries of your knowledge, and at the limitations and contradictions within what is known. That is what scientists do. They are always looking for the limits, the boundaries and the points at which their theories fail to explain the world. Scientists, basically, are always lookuig for tliat "door" from the known to the unknown, where they can press forth (向前)and push and, in a sense, expand the bubble of the known. Inquiry is the action you take when you deliberately challenge the limits of your knowledge.24.What is the passage mainly about?A. What inquiry is all about.B. The way to make an inquiry.C. The importance of inquiry.D. The effect of inquiry.25.What does the author intend to tell about "inquiry in Paragraph 1?A.The word has existed for a long time.B.The word means asking many questions.C.The word didn't come from the English language.D.The word means exploring further into something.26.What should you know well to do inquiry?A.What you already know.B.What you don't know.C.Whether you are confident.D.Whether you are excited.27.What does the underlined word "where、refer to?A.In the real world.B.Within the bubble.C.In the world of the unknown.D.At the door to the unknown.cConcern for the environment plays a big part in British hotel bookings, with research showing one in five are more likely to stay somewhere if it uses renewable energy sources.In a new survey half of travelers said that the sustainability and energy use of a hotel is important to them. And 19 percent said they would choose to stay in a recommended bed and breakfast (B&B) or a hotel that showed a willingness to look after the environment. Perhaps unsuiprisingly, 50 percent said they would be willing to be aii “eco-customer〞if tliey got a 1 O-percent discount for adopting environmentally friendly behavior such as using one towel throughout their visit and using a limited supply of hot water. Almost a third of guests say that hotels should be judged on how sustainable they are.The research was carried out by an energy company called E. ON, and 2.000 travelers were polled (做民意调查). Phil Gilbert, head of business energy solutions at E. ON, said, "Consumers are demanding more and more from their hotels. They want to stay in a hotel that uses renewable energy sources. It's therefore more important than ever that hotels are in control of their energy use. Most hotels redecorate every 7 - 10 years, and this provides a significant opportunity to meet guest preferences as well as adapting to make energy savings. According to the Carbon Trust, some businesses have seen energy costs reduce by as much as 40 percent if energy efficiency opportunities are maximized durmg redecoration. 5 In order to prove its point, E. ON mentioned the case of Pat and Anthony Greenwood, owners of luxury B&B Seaflowers, in South Devon. They adopted a number of renewable energy sources and carried out many energy efficiency measures to be sustainable. Tliey said, "Our guests are impressed by the energy efficiency of our home and frequently comment on our policies of using locally sourced ingredients, our own eggs, fniit and home-made bread for breakfasts. We have achieved the highest level of greenness, and it gives us great pleasure to promote our business as sustainable and efficient."28.What can be inferred from the second paragraph?A.All travelers want to be ^eco-customers^.B.Hotels will be judged on how sustainable they are in the future.C.Many travelers tend to choose green hotels.D. A hotel that looks after the environment is the best choice for travelers.29.What's not the intention of the hotel redecoration from the passage?A. Saving energy costs.B. Making energy savings.C. Improving energy efficiency.D. Changing luxury styles.30.What is the attitude of the owners of B&B seaflowers to their work?A. Unsatisfied.B. Positive.C. Indifferent.D. Uncertain.31.What is the best title for the passage?A.Try to Be an Eco-CustomerB. Sustainable Hotels in BritainC.Research into Renewable Energy SourcesD.Travelers to Britain Are Going GreenCan small, organic agriculnire really feed die world? Wbn't we need science to produce enough food as the world population is growing to 9 billion by 2050? The answer to both questions is YES—but that science may look different than you think.We've been told that the only way we ll be able to feed the growing population is through the science of GM crops and chemicals. But the latest scientific studies are saying just the opposite. In study after study, the message about agriculture is: To feed the world, we need to support sustainable (可持续的)agricultureon different local family farms that work with nature.In 2021, an international study found that sustainable agriculture, not GM crops, shows more hope of ending hunger. The International Assessment of Agricultural Knowledge, Science, and Technology for Development (known as the IAASTD), calls for a change of die world's food and farming systems.The IAASTD reports that industrial agriculnire has greatly destroyed die world's soils and other natural resources, and now is causing water pollution, energy crisis, and air pollution. The report warns that expensive, short-term ways—including GM crops—are not likely to cut down long-term hunger, and could even make environment and social problems worse in many places.A recent report by the UN Environment Program shows that food problems are becoming more serious and strongly supports sustainable agriculture on small family farms. It also shows that a worldwide change to organics can actually increase the world's food production by as much as 50%—enough to feed a population of 9 billion people with the land we have now. GM crops, once popular, are now being questioned worldwide.32.What is the best way to feed the growing population of the world?A.In expensive, short-term ways.B.By encouraging industrial agriculture.C.By developing small, organic agriculture.D.Through the science of GM crops and chemicals.33.Which of the following can best interpret sustainable agriculture?A.The science of GM crops.B. Working on small family farms.C. A fast way to increase the world s food production.D.An approach to agriculture without harming the environment.34.What is suggested in the last paragraph?A.There will be less food problems if we use big family farms.B.There will be less food problems if the world supports GM food.C.There will be less food problems if we increase a lot of farm land.D.There will be less food problems if the world supports sustainable agriculture.35.What might be talked about if there is one more paragraph?A. The causes of food problems.B. The disadvantages of GM crops.C.The development of industrial agriculture.D.The disadvantages of sustainable agriculture.第二节〔共5小题；每题2分,总分值10分〕根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最正确选项.选项中有两项为多余选项.The summer I was ten, my mother decided to bring us to the world of art. My brother and I were not very excited when we realized what my mother meant. What she meant was not that we could take drawing classes or painting classes but that we would have to spend one afternoon a week with her at the Fine Arts Museum. That was not so bad; what really troubled me was that before each visit to the museum, she made us read about artists and painting styles. Anyway, who wants to spend the summer thinking about artistswhen you could be with your friends at the swimming pool?First we had to read about ancient Egyptians and their strange way of painting faces and then go to look at them at the museum. 37 Later we had to learn about artists in the Middle Ages who painted people wearing strange long clothing. We had to look at pictures of fat babies with wings and curly hair and with no clothes on flying around the edges of paintings. 38On our last visit to the museum, something happened when I saw a painting by a woman called Mary.39 The colors were soft and gentle, and you could tell by the motlier s expression how happy she was just to be with the child. I could hardly take my eyes away from that painting! 40 It was really worth looking at so many paintings to find a painter who could interest me so much.A.In it a woman was reading to a child.B.That felt almost as bad as being in school.C.I had never seen a stranger painting than that one!D.I wanted to see every painting Mary had ever made!E.I was immediately attracted by the strange way of painting faces.F.Staring at tliose pictures, I still couldn't see what was so great about art.G.Unusual styles of art always attracted my brother, but I was not interested.第三局部语言知识运用〔共两节,总分值45分〕第一节〔共20小题；每题1. 5分,总分值30分〕阅读下而短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最正确选项.Ruth Henricks has served thousands of customers, but she will never forget one man who walked into her diner 〔小餐馆〕30 years ago.“He was very thin、looked kind of 41 . and he tol d me he was living with AIDS,“ she recalled. 42 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 〔CDC 〕, the United States was in the middle of an AIDS epidemic 〔流行〕in 1989, when the reported number of cases 43— 100,000. including nearly 60.000 deaths.His name is Scott. He became a 44 at Henncks' diner and she would ask him about his health. Some days he was too 45 to feed himself. He told Henricks the only time he ate was at her diner.Then, after about a year and a half, Scott stopped 46 . Henricks tried to find him, to no _47 , She was 48 , but she realized she could help others like Scott. That was the 49 of her non-profit organization, Special Delivery SanDiego, bringing home-cooked meals to people with AIDS.She gathered together 51 , many of whom were regular customers of her diner. They cooked meals at the diner and 52 lunch and dinner to 75 people a day.By 1996. Henricks 53 her mission to help anyone living with a chronic 〔慢性的〕illness including cancer and kidney disease. The organization purchased a space next to the diner so it could 54 more people in need.Henricks said: "At first, we delivered meals to people living with AIDs. At that time, people were actually 55 very quickly. It was very 56 for all of us to watch these people just pass away. We would 57 put them on meal service, and a month later somebody would be callmg, saying, *Well, they've passedaway. ’ So、after a while, people were askmg me, 4How can you keep doing this and not get 58 It's bringing that love, that respect, that 59 to them in their last days. At least they don'thave to 60 about where the next meal's coming from.41. A. disappointed B.annoyed C. sick D. energetic42. A. Compared with B. According to C. Owing to D. Judging from43. A. increased B.added C. touched D. reached44. A. client B. waiter C. regular D. cook45. A. weak B. unlucky C. helpless D. busy46. A. showing off B. showing up C. coming across D. coming out47. A. effect B. work C. meaning D. difference48. A. honest B. relieved C. calm D. heartbroken49. A. factor B. idea C. start D. history50. A. living B. trying C. working D. holding51. A. customers B. volunteers C. workers D. colleagues52. A. borrowed B. cooked C. contributed D. delivered53. A. changed B. began C.expanded D. invented54. A. discover B. feed C. check D. cure55. A. calling B. disappearing C. leaving D. dying56. A. shocking B. natural C. upsetting D. understandable57. A. hardly B. partly C. simply D. safely58. A. depressed B.annoyed C. infected D. excited59. A. spirit B. dignity C. reality D. destiny60. A. bother B. ask C. care D. worry第二节〔共10小题；每题L 5分,总分值15分〕阅读下而短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式.Most rain forests lie close to the equator, Where the climate is often mild and there 61 (be) long hours of sunshine. The warmth of the land heats the air above, causing it to rise and tiny drops of water 62 (fall) as rain. The rainfall can reach at least 98 inches a year. This wet,warm world with plenty of sunlight is perfect for plants to grow, so the trees grow fast with green leaves all the year round. The trees 63 (they) also have an effect on the climate. They gather water from the soil and pass it out into the air through their leaves. The wet air then forms clouds, 64 hang over the treetops like smoke. These clouds protect the forest 65 the daytime heat and night-time cold of nearby deserts, 66 (keep) temperatures fit for plant growth.The rain forest is the ideal place for the growth of a wide 67 (vary) of trees. Most of them depend on animals to cat their fruits and spread their seeds. When the fruits 68 (eat), the seeds inside them go undamaged through 69 (animal) stomachs and are passed out in their droppings. 70 seeds lying on the forest floor then grow into new trees. 第四局部写作(共两节,总分值35分) 第一节短文改错(共10小题；每题I分,总分值10分)假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文,请你修改你同桌写的以下作文.文中共有10处语言错误,每句中最多有两处.每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改.增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号(A),并在其下而写出该加的词.删除：把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉.修改：在错的词下划一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词.注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词：2.只允许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分.Dear Dad and Mom,I really didn't tliuik it's a good idea to attend extra classes during the weekends. You believe that only high marks in the national exam can ensure the good college and that if I were in such classes I would cause much fewer trouble.But I really doubt whether such classes will helpful, I think attend extra classes during the weekends will make me to rely on them. After being busy for my studies in the school for a whole week, I really need some times to do something I like. After which I will feel good enough for the next week. Besides we don't have money to bum, so don't waste them.How I wish you could agree with me.第二节书面表达(总分值25分)一个英文网站面向中学生征稿.请你写一篇英文稿件,介绍“中秋节〞及这个节日里的主要活动.内容包括：1.传统的庆祝方式：2.现今人们在这个节日中的一些活动.注意：1.词数100左右：2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯.The Mid-Autuinn Festival。
2021年湖南省长沙市雨花区雅礼中学高考英语模拟试卷(一)
2021年湖南省长沙市雨花区雅礼中学高考英语模拟试卷（一）第二部分阅读（共两节，满分37.5分）第一节（共4小题：每小题2.5分.满分37. 5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
1．（7.5分）Here is a guide to the best countries to see the Northern Lights，as well as top tips such as the best time to go.★Where to go：GreenlandKangerlussuaq is often regarded as the best spot in Greenland，with over 300 nights of clear skies. Alternatively，you can visit the capital city of Nuuk，where on clear nights，there have been plenty of sightings of the Northern Lights. And in the southern regions，darkness tends to fall earlier in the evening，ideal for those who don't want to stay up all night.Best time to go：From November through to April.★Where to go：NorwayHead to the northern regions of Norway for the best possible chances of seeing the Northern Lights. Head to Svalbard，one of the world's northernmost inhabited areas，and you'll feel like you've stepped into an ice kingdom. Those who love the great outdoors might want to check out the Lyngenfjord region，where you'll find plenty of tours to see the Northern Lights，whale﹣watching，skiing，ice climbing and so on!Best time to go：From October through to March when the polar nights make them easier to spot.★Where to go：SwedenHead to Abisko National Park where the clear skies and lack of light pollution make for ideal Northern Lights viewing conditions. One of the best spots is in Swedish Lapland，where you can have dinner under the midnight skies. Hikers might also consider trying the Kungsleden hiking trail，which offers about 440km of breathtaking landscapes.Best time to go：From September through to March.★Where to go：IcelandYou don't need to go to the remote landscapes to spot the Northern Lights. In fact，sightings are possible from Iceland's capital of Reykjavik. Want to escape the crowds？Head to lesser﹣known spots such as Thingvellir，which is the place where photographers try tocapture the perfect Northern Lights photo.Best time to go：From late August to mid﹣April，although you will increase your chances if you visit from late September through to March.（1）What can we learn about Greenland from the text？A.It has one of the worlds northernmost inhabited areas.B.It offers an about 440km of hiking trail with breathtaking landscapes.C.The capital city of Nuuk is the only place to see the Northern Lights in GreenlandD.One can go to the southern regions in order to see the Northern Lights earlier.（2）We can learn from the text that.A.most cities in Greenland have over 300 nights of clear skies a yearB.one can see the Northern Lights as well as whale﹣watching in the Lyngenfjord regionC.one can have dinner under the midnight skies in Thingvellirte September through to March is the best time to see the Northern Lights in Norway（3）The text has been written for those who.A.intend to study the Northern LightsB.want to see the Northern LightsC.are interested in European countriesD.are fond of extreme sports2．（10分）Albert Einsrein is known as the father of modern physics，but he may not be the man your kids should aspire（有志）to be. Instead，the person we should be looking up to is the productive Thomas Alva Edison.Researchers at Penn State and William Paterson universities came to that conclusion after conducting a series of studies with college students and finding that students were more motivated by the hard﹣working Edison type than Einstein's "genius（天才）is my birthright"model."There's a misleading message out there that says you have to be a genius in order to be a scientist，" says study co﹣author Danfei Hu at Penn State，who thinks this may be a big cause of people not choosing science and missing，out on a great career. "Struggling is a normal part of doing science and exceptional talent is not the only precondition for succeeding in science!It's important we help spread this message in science education." she continues.In one study conducted by Hu and Janet N. Ahn of William Paterson University，participants read the same story﹣﹣about the typical difficulty faced by a scientist ﹣﹣with half told the hero of the story was Einstein and the other half told it was Edison. It may have been the same story，but knowing it involved Einstein prompted students to assume he overpowered his struggles using his giant brain. When told Edison was the hero，students more with the idea that he outworked his problems. Indeed，the latter students were more motivated to complete a series of math problems.Einstein's success is commonly linked to extraordinary talent while Edison's is usually linked to his persistence and diligence. That's not to say Einstein put little effort into revolutionizing science. He worked as hard as anyone. But the popular understanding remains that his brain ﹣﹣something that can't be "emulated"﹣﹣was like no other. So why bother trying to follow in his footsteps？Edison，however，a man with a huge number of successes as well as plenty of failures，but finally someone who made the world a better place，is the kind of man we can all aspire to be.（1）What did the researchers discover in their studies？A.Hard workers are better role models than geniuses.B.Young people have unreasonable admiration for geniuses.C.Edison's contribution to science is greater than Einstein's.D.Young people are not familiar with Einstein's and Edison's work.（2）What does Hu suggest in science education？A. Setting examples.B. Encouraging failures.C. Advocating hardwork.D. Discovering talent.（3）Which might be the author's view on Einstein？A. Not productive but influential as a physicist.B. A genius who succeeded in science easily.C. A great physicist with many hidden virtues.D. well﹣known genius and an unacknowledged hard worker.（4）The underlined word "emulated" can be replaced by "".A. examinedB. copiedC. wastedD. damaged3．（10分）There are a lot of feral （野生的）camels in Australia. Although they don't appear to be as destructive as other introduced species because they eat trees and plants that our native Australian animals don't eat，in the last few years the Australian Camel population has been increasing at a fairly alarming rate and becoming a bit of a problem.We didn't see them that often where we grew up unless we went further into Queensland or South Australia. When we did see them it was always a bit of a thrill for us kids because it was somewhat of a novelty.The suggestion of bringing camels to Australia was first made in 1837，49 years after Europeans arrived in Australia. The importing of camels into Australia began in the mid 1800s to open up the desert areas of Cental and Western Australia. They were handled and cared for by Muslim cameleers that came from countries like Egypt，Turkey and northern India. The cameleers were called Afghans or "Ghans" even though most of them were not Afghans. The name stuck to a part of the railroad track that links Port Augusta in South Australia to Darwin in the Northern Territory.In a famous 176﹣kilometre race，between Bourke and Wanaaring in New South Wales a camel was beaten by a horse but the horse diet the next day while the camel was ridden back to the starting point.By the 1920s there were about 20，000 domesticated（家养的）camels in Australia，but with the arrival of motor and rail transport in the 1930s people no longer needed their camels and a lot of them were abandoned in the bush.Australian Camels are now exported live to Saudi Arabia，the United Arab Emirates and other countries where disease﹣free camels are considered a delicacy （佳肴）.Australian Camels are also exported to Arab Camel racing stables as breeding stock. The United States also imports them to use in tourist attractions. There are over 40 farms providing rides inAustralia now.（1）What problem with camels in Australia is mentioned？A.They carry disease.B.They hurt people sometimes.C.The number of them is growing rapidly.D.Some native animals are threatened by them.（2）For what purpose were camels brought to Australia？A.To keep the balance of nature.B.To develop the desert areas.C.To satisfy kids' curiosity.D.To create new jobs.（3）What led to camels' being deserted in Australia？A.The disappearance of bushes.B.The spread of a serious disease.C.The introduction of other animals.D.The availability of modern vehicles.（4）What is the last paragraph mainly about？A.The history of Australian Camels.B.What Australian Camels are used for.C.The advantages of Australian Camels.D.Why Australian Camels are popular abroad.4．（10分）An unconventional method for growing rice has been found to increase yields（产量）by 20 to 50 percent.Reports from China，India，Southeast Asia and Africa suggest that average yield increases of 20 to 50 percent are regularly being achieved by farmers adopting the "system of rice intensification （集约化）" （SRI），which needs one﹣tenth as many and seeds and aims to stimulate the root system of plants rather than trying to increase，yields in the conventional way by using improved seeds and fertilizers.The idea of using less to gain more is seen as an important innovation （革新）for adapting farming to climate change and a way to increase yields at a time when humanpopulations are growing fast but traditional plant breeding and genetically modified techniques have failed to increase yields more than a few percentage points，says Norman Uphoff，professor of international agriculture at Cornell.The new way to grow rice needs only half as much water，and is proving most popular in water﹣stressed countries，says Tavseef Mairaj Shah，a Ph.D. researcher. "Rice growing in Kashmir largely depends on irrigation systems that draw water from the river Jhelum. But climate change is leading to drier winters，untimely rains，and warmer summers.""SRI is a great technique，not just from the water﹣saving perspective but because it offers better yields and soil conditions. Different studies，both at the experimental level and farmer﹣participative level，have shown that SRI improves yields with less water." Shah adds.Some academics，the global seed industry and the international community once rejected reports of "fantastic"yields，accusing farmers of falsifying（篡改）records and researchers of carelessness and "non﹣science" . But more than 600 articles，checked by SRI international at Cornell University，have shown benefits.Uphoff says，"Attitudes are changing. The original hostility（敌意）has gone." However，the early opposition has resulted in comparatively little scientific research being conducted into SRI and a slow understanding by funders.（1）How does SRI increase the yields of rice？A.By sowing more seeds.B.By using improved seeds.C.By improving its root system.D.By adopting special fertilizers.（2）Compared with the conventional method for growing rice，SRI.A. needs less waterB. increases labor costsC. requires better soil conditionsD. depends on genetically modified techniques（3）What was the global seed industry's initial attitude toward reports on SRI？A.Curious.B.Skeptical.C.Approving.D.Uninterested.（4）Which of the following can be the best title of the passage？A.How to Increase YieldsB.People's Attitudes Towards SRIC.An Innovative Means of Growing RiceD.The Disadvantages of Conventional Plant Breeding第二节（共1小题；每小题2.5分，共12.5分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的锻佳选项。
湖南省雅礼中学2021届高三上学期月考（一）英语试题
湖南省雅礼中学2021届高三上学期月考（一）英语试题 雅礼中学2021届高三月考试卷（一） 英语 本试题卷共10页。时量120分钟。满分150分。 得分： 注意事项： 1.答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。 2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。 第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分） 做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分） 听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。 例：How much is the shirt? A.￡19.15. B.￡9.18. C.￡9.15. 答案是C. 1.How would the woman like the man's hair to be styled? A.Shorter and curly. B.Longer and pulled back. C.Short sides but long at the top. 2.What does the man think of the price of the car? A.Too high. B.Really cheap. C.Quite normal. 3.What are the speakers probably talking about? A.A TV. B.A painting. C.A sofa. 4.When does the woman want to leave? A.At8:00a.m. B.At9:00a.m. C.At3:00p.m. 5.What is the woman like? A.She is forgetful. B.She is honest. C.She is generous. 第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分） 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟，听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。 听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。 6.Where does the conversation probably take place? A.At the travel agency. B.At the airport. C.At the beach. 7.Why does the woman go to Phu Quoc? A.To take a vacation. B.To go on a business trip. C.To visit her family and friends. 听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。 8.What does the man want the girl to do? A.Wake up earlier. B.Eat breakfast earlier. C.Get ready for school earlier. 9.When did the speakers go out to eat dessert last night? A.At8:00p.m. B.At9:00p.m. C.At10:00p.m. 10.What is the man most concerned about? A.The girl's health. B.The girl's schoolwork. C.The girl's cooking skills. 听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。 11.Why is the woman late? A.She got off at the wrong exit. B.She had to buy Mary a gift. C.She was caught in a traffic jam. 12.Why should the woman come here? A.To join a party. B.To see off the man. C.To attend a meeting. 13.How will Mary probably feel? A.Sad and regretful. B.Anxious and upset. C.Surprised and joyful. 听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。 14.Where is Cutie probably at the moment? A.In the dining room. B.In the bedroom. C.In the kitchen. 15.How often does Buster eat? A.Once a day. B.Twice a day. C.Three times a day. 16.What animal might be Chee-Chee? A.A bird. B.A cat. C.A dog. 17.When will the woman return home? A.On Tuesday. B.On Wednesday. C.On Saturday. 听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。 18.What does the speaker do? A.She is a TV producer. B.She is a politician. C.She is a scientist. 19.Where did the speaker do the task? A.On a boat. B.At a university. C.At a TV station. 20.Why are the sharks returning? A.There is more food to eat. B.The water quality is better. C.There are fewer people to hunt them. 第二部分阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分） 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。 A National Museum of Singapore130th Anniversary Celebrations People are now celebrating the130th birthday of one of Singapore's beloved and iconic cultural institutions-National Museum of Singapore! Come and discover the fascinating history in the museum! Come and enjoy live music performances,craft activities for children,giveaways,some retail therapy,food and more! Highlights Free admission to all galleries during the whole week! Mon-Thu,12Oct|10a.m.-7p.m.(last admission6:30p.m.) Fri-Sun,13-15Oct|10a.m.-10p.m.(last admission9p.m.) Reservation is required.You can click here to get more ticket information. Birthday Cake Cutting Sat,14Oct|2:45p.m. Glass Passage,Level2 Sing"Happy Birthday"to the National Museum and witness the cake-cutting ceremony with museum staff and volunteers! Special"Happy Birthday to You"singing and choir performance by The Joyful Voices. Birthday Cupcake Giveaway Sat&Sun,14&15Oct|4p.m. Gallery Theatre Foyer,Basement Enjoy a Cedele cupcake when you visit the museum on our birthday weekend! Here's how: 1)Follow the National Museum of Singapore on Facebook or Instagram. 2)Snap and post a photo of yourself in the museum with your birthday wishes. 3)Show us your post at the giveaway booth to get your
湖南省长沙市雅礼中学2025届高三上学期入学考试英语试题及答案
湖南省长沙市雅礼中学2024-2025 学年高三上学期入学考试第二部分阅读理解 (共两节，满分50 分)第一节 (共15 小题: 每小题2.5 分, 满分37.5 分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B 、C 和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。
AFour of the world’s greatest national parksKomodoLocation: IndonesiaArea: 1,733km²Home to the world’s largest lizard ( 蜥蜴), the Komodo dragon, Komodo National Park is made up of 29 islands in the centre of the Indonesian archipelago (群岛). The park’s three main islands of Komodo, Rinca and Padar make ideal destinations for divers, as the surrounding coral reefs support a vast amount of oceanic diversity. With over 1,000 species of fish, 260 species of coral, and countless sea animals, this is an ideal spot to swim with sharks, whales, dolphins and more.Namib-NaukluftLocation: NamibiaArea: 49,768km²In the world’s oldest desert, the landscape moves. The golden dunes (沙丘) shift as winds blow and seasons pass. Visitors come to explore the dunes and it can be a real adventure. Jump in a 4×4 or hike across the sands on foot for a multi-day trail and you’ll soon find yourself deep in the Namibian wilderness. You’ll need a permit and doctor's letter to take on the longer hikes, but one-day hikes give anyone a chance to see more of the Namib.TongariroLocation: New ZealandArea: 795km²As New Zealand’s oldest national park, Tongariro National Park is home to three active volcanoes. And here’s the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, a 19.4-kilometre hike that takes you across beautiful landscapes. This park also draws in skiers during the winter seasons. The biggest ski area, Whakapapa, covers 5.5km² and has 15 lifts in all.TeideLocation: Tenerife, SpainArea: 190km²This park is home to Mount Teide, the highest peak in Spain. With a height of 3,718 metres, Mount Teide is also the third largest volcanic structure on the planet. Besides, Teide National Park possesses unique plants. The most unusual among the 139 recorded species is red bugloss, which has become the symbol of the park.21. What can visitors do in Komodo National Park?A. Play with the Komodo dragon.B. Go diving on its 29 islands.C. Have an up-close encounter with ocean life.D. Hike across the biggest ski area Whakapapa.22. Which of the following parks is the biggest?A. Teide National Park.B. Komodo National Park.C. Tongariro National Park.D. Namib-Naukluft National Park.23. What do the last two parks have in common?A. Both are well-known for their volcanoes.B. Both own more than 100 plant species.C. Both are perfect choices for skiers.D. Both feature golden dunes.BLindsey Stallworth, a high school student from Alabama, is on her way to a promising career in paleontology (古生物学) due to an unexpected discovery on family property. For years, she had been collecting fossils on their land in Monroe County, unaware of significant scientific value. However, her teacher at the Alabama School of Math and Science, Dr. Andrew Gentry, a paleontologist himself, took an interest when she showed him her collection.“Upon examining the fossil shark teeth Lindsey presented, I quickly identified one and became eager to learn about its origin,” said Andrew.Lindsey guided her teacher through the rural area where she had unearthed various relics, including shark teeth. Before long, they encountered an especially significant find on the grounds: a large bone from a 34-million-year-old whale skeleton! This led the pair to launch the huge project of uncovering the rest of the bones. After two months of hard work, they’ve managed to find the animal’s skull (颅骨).“Assuming the entire skeleton is present, it may require several years for us to have the entire animal back in the lab,” Andrew explained.Lindsey secured a research scholarship to persist in her fossil-digging expeditions alongside her instructor. Her enthusiasm for the project was at an all-time high, though she had never imagined a childhood pastime would lead her down this road. “We would go out and pick up shark teeth and fossil shells, but we never knew anyone that could tell us anything about them,” she recalled.“ We just thought they were cool.”“The Research Fellows Program allows Lindsey to gain real-world experience in scientific research and even present that research at professional conferences,” Andrew said. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a high school student to stand out when applying to college and maybe even discover a new career path.”24. Why was Andrew fascinated by Lindsey’s finds?A. He had a personal interest in geography.B. He recognized the significance of one fossil.C. He was hoping to be financially independent.D. He wanted to start a paleontology club at school.25. What inspired Andrew and Lindsey to start a fossil uncovering project?A. A primitive whale’s bone.B. Some fossil shells.C. An animal’s skull.D. Some shark teeth.26. Which of the following best describes Andrew and Lindsey’s project?A. Risky but interesting.B. Dangerous but rewarding.C. Demanding but motivating.D. Boring but groundbreaking.27. What is the last paragraph mainly about?A. The unexpected joy of discovering fossils.B. The additional benefits of applying to college.C. Lindsey’s potential to become a high school teacher.D. Lindsey’s unique opportunities for future development.CWhen driving, Clara-Marina Martinez makes a note of any unusual behaviour she sees on the road. She then feeds these into machine-learning algorithms (算法), a form of AI, which she is helping develop for Porsche Engineering.Those algorithms are intended to produce a system reliable enough for a car to drive itself. Such a fully autonomous car, known in the industry as Level 5, should be able to complete an entire journey without any intervention (介入) from the driver, and deal with all situations on the road. But this is proving hard to achieve, and many attempts to do so are being abandoned. Last year, for instance, Uber sold off its unit developing self- driving cars.Autonomous vehicles are said to be not just convenient but potentially safer. However, just as people take time to learn how to drive safely, so do machines. And machines are not quick learners. The RAND Corporation calculates that to develop a system 20% safer than a human driver, 100 self-driving cars would have to operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.Carmakers such as Porsche therefore speed up the development process using simulators (模拟器 ). These teach software about dangers rarely encountered in reality. Dr Martinez and her colleagues employ “game engines” to do this. These are used to create virtual worlds through which the software can drive. Objects in these virtual worlds are assigned their physical characteristics (ie, buildings are hard, people are soft) so that the sensors in vehicles respond in the appropriate way. Once the software has been trained, it is tested in real autonomous vehicles by re-creating those situations on a test track.How quickly all this will translate into reality remains to be seen. Both regulators and customers will need to overcome the doubt that a software driver really can be safer than a human being.From Porsche’s point of view, though, there is another question. Given that much of the reason owning a sports car is for owners to show off their driving skills, just how big a market will there be for a version where software takes those bragging (炫耀的) rights away?28. What does Clara-Marina Martinez intend to do?A. Market Porsche cars.B. Improve an AI technology.C. Learn to be a responsible driver.D. Enjoy riding in a self- driving car.29. What is the problem with self- driving cars?A. They learn as slowly as human beings.B. They have to be monitored by human drivers.C. They operate for a very short period of time.D. They need a long time to reach a certain safety level.30. What are Dr Martinez and her colleagues doing?A. Fixing sensors in autonomous vehicles.B. Re-creating road situations on a test track.C. Enabling software to identify road dangers.D. Separating the real world from the virtual world.31. What worries Porsche according to the last paragraph?A. The quality of self-driving cars.B. The future of the sports car market.C. The driving skills of human beings.D. The reliability of car software.DImagine this. You need an image of a balloon for a work presentation and turn to an AI text-to-image generator, like Midjourney or DALL-E, to create a suitable image. You enter the prompt (提示词) “red balloon against a blue sky”but the generator returns an image of an egg instead.What’s going on? The generator you’re using may have been “poisoned”.What does this mean? Text-to-image generators work by being trained on large datasets that include millions or billions of images. Some of the generators have been trained by indiscriminately (任意地) scraping online images, many of which may be under copyright. This has led to many copyright infringement ( 侵害) cases where artists have accused big tech companies of stealing and profiting from their work.This is also where the idea of “poison” comes in. Researchers who want to empower individual artists have recently created a tool named “Nightshade”to fight back against unauthorised image scraping. The tool works by slightly changing an image’s pixels (像素) in a way that confuses the computer vision system but leaves the image unchanged to ahuman’s eyes. If an organization then scrapes one of these images to train a future AI model, its data pool becomes “poisoned”.This can result in mistaken learning, which makes the generator return unintended results. As in our earlier example, a balloon might become an egg.The higher the number of “poisoned”images in the training data, the greater the impact. Because of how generative AI works, the damage from “poisoned”images also affects related prompt keywords. For example, if a “poisoned”image of a Picasso work is used in training data, prompt results for masterpieces from other artists can also be affected.Possibly, tools like Nightshade can be abused by some users to intentionally upload “poisoned”images in order to confuse AI generators. But the Nightshade’s developer hopes the tool will make big tech companies more respectful of copyright. It does challenge a common belief among computer scientists that data found online can be used for any purpose they see fit.Human rights activists, for example, have been concerned for some time about the indiscriminate use of machine vision in wider society. This concern is particularly serious concerning facial recognition. There is a clear connection between facial recognition cases and data poisoning, as both relate to larger questions around technological governance. It may be better to see data poisoning as an innovative solution to the denial of some fundamental human rights.32. What does the underlined word “scraping” in paragraph 2 probably mean?A. Facilitating.B. Polishing.C. Damaging.D. Collecting.33. According to the text, what may adding poisoned data lead to?A. Affecting the training of generative AI.B. Discriminating against great masterpieces.C. Causing users to forget the prompt key words.D. Increasing the accuracy of returned information.34. What can be inferred from the last two paragraphs?A. Computer scientists have learned to respect the copyright of most artists.B. Nightshade is being abused by human rights activists to recognize faces.C. Data poisoning is somehow justified to direct attention to human rights.D. The issue of technological governance has aroused the lawyers’ interest.35. Which of the following might be the best title of the passage?A. Data Poisoning: Restricting Innovation or Empowering ArtistsB. Data Poisoning: Risks and Rewards of Generative AI Data TrainingC. Data Poisoning: Addressing Facial Recognition Issues Among ArtistsD. Data Poisoning: Government Empowering Citizens to Protect Themselves第二节 (共5小题; 每小题2.5 分, 满分12.5 分)根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
2024届湖南省长沙市雅礼中学高三下学期模拟卷(一)英语试题
雅礼中学2024届模拟试卷(一)英语命题人、审题人: 高三英语备课组注意事项:1 . 答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、座位号填写在答题卡上。
2 . 回答选择题时, 选出每小题答案后, 用铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动, 用橡皮擦干净后, 再选涂其他答案标号。
回答非选择题时, 将答案写在答题卡上, 写在本试卷上无效。
3 . 考试结束后, 将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分听力(共两节, 满分30 分)做题时, 先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后, 你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节 (共5 小题;每小题1 . 5 分, 满分7 . 5 分)听下面5 段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题, 从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后, 你都有10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
例: How much is the shirt?A ·19 . 15 .B ·9 . 18 .C ·9 . 15 .答案是C。
1 . which place is the woman leaving for?A. A Shop.B. Jack's home.C. A tailor's.2 . what is the weather like now?A. Rainy.B. sunny.C. cloudy.3 . How does the man sound?A. Embarrassed .B. Grateful ·C. Nervous .4 . what are the speakers mainly talking about?A. Traffic accidents.B. sci-fi movies.C. Flying ambulances.5 . why does the man talk to Dr. simpson?A. To discuss his studies.B. To ask for help.C. To make an apology.第二节 (共15 小题;每小题1 5 分满分22 5 分)听下面5 段对话或独白每段对话或独白后有几个小题从题中所给的A B C 三个选项中选出最佳选项听每段对话或独白前你将有时间阅读各个小题每小题5 秒钟; 听完后各小题将给出5 秒钟的作答时间每段对话或独白读两遍听第6 段材料回答第6 7 题6 what is the probable relationship between the speakers?A CoworkersB ClassmatesC Neighbors7 How did the woman respond to the man S invitation?A She declined itB She accepted itC She hesitated听第7 段材料回答第8 至10 题8 when did the earthquake happen?A On Thursday afternoonB On Thursday morningC On wednesday night9 what damage did the earthquake cause?A Forty people lost their livesB At least 140 people were injuredC A railwway was nearly destroyed10 what will the man do next?A Help the victimsB Check the highwaysC Tell the woman some survival skills听第8 段材料回答第11 至13 题11 what S Wrong with the TV?A It takes up too much spaceB There is no pictureC There is no sound12 How does the man react to what the woman has told him?A He finds it annoyingB He thinks it quite commonC He apologizes at once13 what S the woman S Purpose of coming to the man?A To get her money backB To have the TV repairedC To complain about the service听第9 段材料回答第14 至17 题14 what is the house like according to the speakers?A It is big enoughB It is in a poor conditionC It has a smooth floor15 . what might happen to the house according to the woman?A. It will be sold.B. It will fall down.C. It will remain empty.16 . what has the woman heard in the local store?A. The news of repairs.B . The sound of an accident.C. The chat about a business.17 . what might worry the woman about having a hotel next door?A. The safety.B. The space.C. The noise.听第10段材料, 回答第18 至20题。
解析湖南省长沙市雅礼中学2020┄2021届高三上学期月考一英语试题 Word版
英语试题本试题巻共10页。
时量120分钟。
满分150分。
第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1．5分，满分7．5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有ー个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完毎段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下ー小题每段对话仅读一遍例： How much is the shirt？A．￡19．15 B．￡9．18 C．￡9．15．答案是C。
1. How does the man get to work every day？A. By carB. By busC. On foot2. What is the woman？A. A waitress.B. A doctorC. A driver3. What can we learn from the woman？A. The staff don't like weekendsB. The staff are all very busy.C. They don',t serve steak4. What is the man doing？A. Having an interviewB. T alking with his bossC. Writing a resume5. How often does the boy watch TV？A. Never.B. Every dayC. Sometimes第二节（共15小题；每小題1．5分，満分22．5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独后有几个小题，从题中所给的A，B．C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟，听完后，各小题将出5秒钟的作答时。
每段对话或独自读两追。
听第6段材料，回答第5、7题6. What is the relationship between the speakers？A. NeighborsB. husband and wifeC. Policeman and witness7. What caused the fire？A. The rubbishB. The lamp.C. The computer.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。