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 other valuable_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 scale from1to4.A1indicated participants"never"52_physical activity while a4meant they were physically53_"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!'' attached to it?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 being very,very similar to each other in DNA and overall composition,our understanding of reality is vastly diftcrcnt from individual to individual.According to Psychology 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学年上海市宝山中学高三英语一模试题及答案
2020-2021学年上海市宝山中学高三英语一模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AChildren under the age of 18 will be allowed up to three hours per week to play video games, according to a notice issued by China's National Press and Publication Administration. Online game companies are required to provide services to minors — from8 to 9 p. m. on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays — as a way to safeguard their physical and mental health. Children are playing more and more online games these days. Is it time to limit their online gaming time? What role do parents have? Readers share their opinions.RizlaredOnline games are addictive, but if children are taught how to manage in a sensible and responsible manner then it is no longer a threat(威胁).To achieve this, parents need to set examples for not being glued to their phones. Teaching is and always will be the best solution to such problems.AndrewGood policy. By limiting time spent on online games, kids can spend time doing more useful things to develop their potential. They can go outside and run, jump and swim instead of sitting on a couch at home and playing with a smart phone.AdamIt is often seen that parents argue with children over cellphones. Most parents can hardly set and enforce the time limit for its daily usage. Some forcibly take away their cellphones, but it will ruin trust and relationship. Even worse, it will make their kids hate them.PinkExcessive(过度的）gaming is purely a waste of time and energy for minors and has a negative effect on both physical and mental health. The gaming industry should not put profit- flaking interests as its priority (优先事项) . They should act in a socially responsible way toprovide an environment for children to ensure their well-being and development.LaurenThere would be a loophole(漏洞). Children could use their parents’ or other adults’ IDs to avoid real-name registration, thus making it impossible to put this policy in effect. Parents ly need to strengthen guidance andsupervision to keep their children from gaming addiction.1. What should kids do according to Andrew?A. Play online games.B. Play with a smart phone.C. Study all the time.D. Go in for outside activities.2. What does Pink advise the gaming industry to do?A. Pay attention to its profit.B. Focus on kids’ health.C. Be responsible for kids’ surroundings.D. Persuade kids lo play more games.3. What role do parents have according to the passage?A. They keep hold of their phones.B. They set examples for their kids.C. They limit their kids’ time.D. They blame kids for addiction.BI come to theUnited Statesten year ago. I would always say that I was trying to study, but there were always things like work and my kids that would not allow me to start.Now I realized that those were only excuses. What stopped me was that I was afraid to start studying again. I always believed I would learn by myself.One day, however, my son told me that he was sad because his friends would come over and I didn’t understand them because I didn’t speak English. He was also sad because I could never help him with his homework. That same day, I told myself, “Rocio, you have to start believing in yourself and you will see you can make it.”The next day, I went downtown to look for a big banner (横幅) in front of the school which said that they offered classes for adults. I came in to see if I could join, but the classes were closed already. That night I took the kids to the movies, and on the way back, I told them we would take a new route. I ended up getting lost. That’s the way I foundChaffeyCollege. The following Monday, I went to ask for information. They told me that summer school was starting that week.That’s how I started studying English last summer. It is difficult, but I have had great rewards. My daughter had to write a story for school. It was about the female they most admired and why . She wrote that I was the person she most admired because I had started going to College. I will never forget this.4. According to the passage, the author probably is a .A. teacherB. doctorC. fatherD. mother5. What made the author make up her mind to study English?A. What her son said.B. What her daughter said.C. Thinking about herself.D. Thinking about her daughter.6. How did they findChaffeyCollege?A. On the way to the movies.B. They took a new route and got lost.C. Ask a stranger for information.D. According to the banner.7. Which of the following is NOT true?A. The author came to theUnited Statesfrom another country.B. The author had two children at least including one daughter.C. What really changed the author’s life was she believed in herself.D. The author wrote that she was the person her son most admired.CWe interviewed two people, one who went from the country to the city and one who did the opposite.Janet Lincoln is a salesgirl who moved to St. Louisfive years ago. Here’s what Janet told us:“Five years ago I used to live in a small town called Lemon Falls. I grew up and went to high school there. After I graduated I worked in a supermarket. Lemon Falls had a population of about 800 people, and I knew every single one of them. They all knew everything about me, too. You couldn’t do anything without everyone in town knowing about it. The first chance I got I moved to St. Louis and I love it. I don’t know as many people now as I used to, but that’s OK. I have a few good friends, and I see them when I want to. I kind of like beinganonymous. I’d never go back to Lemon Falls.”Troy Henson had the opposite experience. He and his wife, Darla, and their two children moved from St. Louis to Bloomfield three years ago. Here’s what Troy told us:“The best thing we ever did was get out of St. Louis. Don’t get me wrong; St. Louis is as good a place as any other city, I suppose — if you like cities, that is. We don’t. Both Darla and I grew up in St. Louis. We met at college and got married. Then the kids came along and life got difficult. We didn’t know any of our neighbors. We both had good jobs, but it always seemed like there was never enough money. That all changed when we moved to Bloomfield. I don’t make as much money as I used to, but then we don’t have as many expenses as we did. Weknow our neighbors. Life is good. We’d never leave Bloomfield.”8. What troubled Janet when she was in Lemon Falls?A. She had no friends.B. There was no privacy.C. There was a lot of competition.D. She couldn’t find a well-paid job.9. What does the underlined word “anonymous” in Paragraph 3 mean?A. Alone.B. Prepared.C. Sociable.D. Unknown.10. Different from Janet, Troy ________.A. prefers country lifeB. moved to a bigger cityC. grew up in a smaller townD. knows little about his new neighbors11. What is Troy’s opinion on living in Bloomfield?A. It is a little boring.B. It is quite comfortable.C. It costs a lot of money.D. It creates a safe environment.DA maverick describes a person who thinks independently. A maverick refuses to follow the customs or rules of a group to which he or she belongs. In the US, a maverick is often admired for his or her free spirit, although others who belong to the maverick’s group may not like the maverick’s independent ways.But where did the word “maverick” come from?Early in the 1800s, a man named Samuel Augustus Maverick settled down in Texas, which was a place of wide-open land, rich soil, cattle ranches(牛场) and cowboys. As the years passed, Mr. Maverick increased his property(财产) in Texas. Before long, he owned huge pieces of land that were good for raising cattle. But he had no cattle. He wasn’t a rancher.One day, a man came to Samuel Maverick to pay him an old debt. But the man didn’t have enough money. So he offered Mr. Maverick 400 head of cattle. Mr. Maverick accepted them, but he didn’t really want them. He simply put the cattle on his land to eat and care for themselves.It was not long before the cows reproduced(繁殖). The calves grew and had more calves. Soon, hundreds of cows and calves moved freely across Samuel Maverick’s land. They also moved across the land of nearby ranch owners.It was a tradition among ranchers in the West to put a mark of ownership on newborn calves. They burned the name of their ranch into the animal’s skin with a hot iron. The iron made a clear mark called a “brand”. Brands allowed ranchers to easily see who owned which cattle.Samuel Maverick refused to brand his calves. “Why should I?” he asked. If all the other cattle owners branded theirs, then those without a brand belonged to him.And this is how the word “maverick” entered the American language. It meant a calf without a brand. As time passed, the word “maverick” took on a wider meaning. It came to mean a person who was too independent to follow even his or her own group.12. Why did the man give Samuel Maverick 400 head of cattle?A. To get some money.B. To return what he owed him.C. To buy some of his land.D. To ask him to raise them.13. How could the ranchers easily know who the cattle belonged to?A. Through the brand on the cattle.B. Through the name of the cattle.C. Through the appearance of the cattle.D. Through the land on which the cattle stayed.14. What can we learn about Samuel Augustus Maverick from the text?A. He was born in Texas.B. He took good care of all his cattle.C. He didn’t really want to accept the cattle.D. He followed the tradition of ranchers in the West.15. What is the text mainly about?A. How to become an independent thinker.B. “Maverick” means a calf without a brand.C. The life story of Samuel Augustus Maverick.D. How the word “maverick” got into American English.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。
2021届上海市宝山区高三英语一模卷(带答案和听力文字)
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 Comprehension 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.S he can pick the man up at the grocery store.C.S he will drive the man to the supermarket.D.T he man should buy a car of his own.6. A. The teacher is just following the regulations.B.T he woman should have gone on the field trip.C.H e has gone through a similar experience.D.H e 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.S he is black and blue all over.C.S he got hurt in an accident yesterday.D.S he has to go to see a doctor.9. A. Her brother can help the man find a cheaper hotel.B.T he man can stay in her brother’s apartment.C.T he man should have booked a less expensive hotel.D.H er brother can find an apartment for 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 for 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 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. B. It was a true crime story.C. The girl in the story couldn’t age.D. The author was curious about it.12. A. Eating with lots of people is common. B. There is something social and comforting.C. It’s a way to have someone to chat with.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.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. You helped others cut hair. B. You had your hair cut.C. Someone else did the cutting.D. You cut your hair yourself.15. A. Put off the light. B. Close the light.C. Turn off the light.D. Go off the light.16. A. Learning English can be tricky. B. Phrases are confusing for English learners.C. The meaning of “have my hair cut”.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. B. How hard to buy birthday gifts.C. When to choose the birthday gifts.D. Where to buy birthday gifts.18. A. Say “I care for you” to Judy. B. Just give her $100.C. Give her a gift card.D. Try to buy a real gift Judy likes.19. A. $100. B.A real gift. C. A gift card. D. Perfume.20. A. The woman is a shop assistant. B. Judy is the man’s girlfriend.C. The man will give Judy $100.D. The two speakers agree with each other.II.Grammar and Vocabulary Section 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.SOS message on the sand saves missing sailorsMicronesia is an area of the western Pacific Ocean with more than 600 islands, (21)________ covers a huge area of ocean north of the large island of New Guinea.Recently, three Micronesian sailors set out to sail 42 km 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 Pikelot, more than 100 km from their destination.Pikelot is just 450 meters long and 280 meters wide. The highest point on Pikelot 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 their 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 are 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.Don't abandon the written WordWay back in 2012, Kyle Wiens. CEO of IFIX wrote in a blog post for 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 forward.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. What's more, he believes that grammar skills indicate several other valuable ____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 whether 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 successfully ____35____ with others and build your brand? In short, if you want to succeed ―as a boss or an employee ―good grammar is ____36____.“Great 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 be ____38____ in the outcome and each other?Writing, specifically by hand has numerous ____39____ for your health and well-being. Researchers have also found that handwriting, in particular the forming 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.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.A study from Switzerland’s Universitéde Genève(UNIGE) 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 for Affective Sciences (CISA) in a press release. “But we have never yet ____42____ tested which comes first: Does physical activity prevent a decline in cognitive skills or ____43____ ? That’s what we 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 Health, Aging and Retirement in Europe, a socioeconomic database covering more than 25 countries across the continent.Over the course of 12 years, 105, 206 adults ____49____ in age from 50 to 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 in 60 seconds. They also tested cognitive abilities with a ____51____ test where they memorized 10 wordsbefore reciting them. Physical activity was measured using a scale from 1 to 4. A 1 indicated participants “never”____52____ physical activity while a 4 meant they were physically ____53____ “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 effor t to get out of a sitting lifestyle and that by ____55____ cognitive 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 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)“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, I liked 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 beautiful 5-kilometer 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 most 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, “Gabe is done for!” 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!” I was in agony, but I kept up my pace until I reached the forest. Once in among the trees. I slowed 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 for pace.56.What is special to the author about the race?A. The weather condition was good for runners.B. He was familiar with the home course.C. He took pride in competitors from other schools.D. His parents came to support him as usual.57.The underlined word “agony” (paragraph 4) most probably means .A. sufferingB. comfortC. 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 past 24 hours and our success by how much we've managed to tick off.So here’s how to get stuff done and enjoy 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 wonderful dinneringredients and go to a job each day that affords you the life you have2.Add some actionInstead of writing plain reminders down as memory urges, like “Dentist” and “Report,” add some verbsand result-based benefits, like “Book dentist and get teeth sparkly white!” or “Complete report and let outyour 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 whenyou’re late for work: You can’t find your jeans, you hurt your toe on the bed byaccident and you misplace your phone as you head down the elevator.When we operate from a place of calm, stuff happens faster. We find what we need. We don’t burn thetoast.It can be as simple as sitting up in bed, taking ten deep breaths when you wake up and settinga simple intention for the day (not reaching straight for Instagram and email).4.Ask yourself thisHow are you spending your days, your life? Are you having enough fun? Can your got-to-dolist be a get-to-do list with some good moods dancing on the page and an air of “I got time!” attached to it?Yes, it probably can. Now, what’s first?60.Which of the following does the author agree with about “your to-do list”?A. Choose wonderful 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!”61.It can be concluded that the key to getting stuff done and enjoying yourself at the same time is __________.A. a state of mindB. a get-to-do list.C. a memory urgeD. a place of calm62.What’s the writing purpose of this passage?A. To find out what to do first every day.B. To imagine the good feeling of tasks.C. To explain the importance of lifestyle.D. To discover how to enjoy daily life.(C)Upon reflection of the ideal social moral code, within one sentence, it would be: be constructive, not destructive. Though “be constructive, not destructive” sounds sensible, there are many nuances (slight differences). Sometimes it is difficult to determine if an act is exactly constructive or destructive.We can decide if something is constructive or destructive based on degree, for instance. Say your preschool son is acting up and broke a glass vase, even after you told him to stop grabbing and playing with it several times. You get a thought in your mind to spank him to give a punishment for his naughty action. However, you start to feel confused about whether this would be constructive or destructive. It might show him that not listening to you and breaking things is not welcome, but on the other hand, spanking him is an act of aggression that will hurt him physically and perhaps teach him to use force in situations later in life. There is no exact wrong or right in these moments. However, through your own reasoning, you can decide to what degree it would be beneficial or harmful to him and the situation at hand. Personally, I would not spank my son, as I think it does more destruction than construction. But, that is just me.Another nuance to consider is the definition we give to construction and destruction. For example, for some people, construction can never involve violence, while for others, it could even be an essential part. Take the example of going back in time and killing Hitler. Killing someone is definitely termed a destructive act. However, in light of the circumstances, I would assume that the majority of people would agree that killing Hitler at the height of his power if they had the chance would be seen as a constructive, thus positive act. Therefore, our definitions often determine our values and how we behave upon those principles.Additionally, construction and destruction can be filtered through a sociopolitical lens. Construction can be seen as good to some, and bad to others. Take for instance creating new homes in a forested area. Yes, homes for humans are made, but also the habitat for countless animals is being destroyed, or at least altered to an extreme. Construction, if it is true, it should be beneficial to all parties included. That is a tall order, though. Every step we take kills bacteria and other microorganisms—and perhaps plants, insects, and who knows what else. Destruction can be seen as a part of each moment. Plus, what a majority might regard as a constructive might be seen as destructive to a minority. Is there a way to determine which side is correct? It is almost impossible. Being in the majority in terms of a moral outlook does not mean it is correct, or more appropriate. There have been many instances in history when acts were regarded as constructive, but were later seen as destructive with a modern lens.Though I consider “Be constructive, not destructive” the most solid one-sentence social moral code, it is not withoutits nuances and problems. For instance, the degree to which we consider something constructive or destructive, definitions of being constructive and destructive, and construction and destruction seen through a sociopolitical lens are all nuances. These differences consist of the confusion that this ideal social moral code causes. However, I cannot imaginea 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 extent.A. it would bring him benefits or harmsB. he would modify his destructive behaviorC. his act is constructive or destructiveD. 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. the majority of people would agree to kill HitlerC. killing Hitler is seen as a constructive and positive actD. definitions of social code decide our values and principles65.What does the underlined sentence (paragraph 4) imply?A. Construction and destruction can advance social developments.B. Construction can be seen as good to some, and bad to others.C. What 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. Judgment of Construction or DestructionC. Ideal Social Moral CodeD. How to Live One’s Life in a Social ContextSection CDirections: Read the following passages. 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.st.fm allows users to listen to music for free, as well as buy tracks.B.The website Last.fm is a convenient and useful resource for music lovers.C.There are plenty of websites that allow music lovers to stay in touch with the news relating to their hobby.D.If you want to use Last.fm for communication, you might find that traditional social networks are moresuitable for this purposeE.This website is of great benefit for music enthusiasts.F.This technology is convenient and definitely helpful for music lovers.A Useful Tool for Music LoversWith the development and expansion of the Internet, many hobbies and interests of modern 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 even more 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.fm: a mix of a social network and an Internet-radio that tracks down the music its usersservices. The design of Last.fm 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 navigate. Users 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.fm. 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.fm searches for people with similar musical preferences and shows one a list of those whose interests match to some extent. These people are called neighbors and the idea is that they can get familiar with the fans 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 before 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 services. Last.fm 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 information about themselves and involving fans.71.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.Beyond IdentityWe often think of ourselves as our body, mind, and emotions. We take these three elements and make a combination. However, we 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 we grow older), and our inevitable subjective experience as an individual consist of a scientific foundation for the soul.Despite the constant shift in the links between our brain cells, we 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 on e’s personality, the soul of a person can be identified through one’s consciousness. Though we commonly identify with our body and what we see in the mirror, we also have a sense that we are not a certain age—as our sense of self usually leans less on age and rather on our subjective feeling of who we are essentially.Lastly, each person is inevitably subjective about his or her experience. Despite humans being very, very similar to each other in DNA and overall composition, our understanding of reality is vastly different from individual to individual. According to Psychology 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 “I” 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 are very difficult to deny.V.Translation。
2020-2021学年上海市宝山中学高三英语第一次联考试题及答案
2020-2021学年上海市宝山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AThe Internet can provide a wealth of educational resources for small children, if you know where to look.Enchanted LearningEnchanted learning is a great website for children, and I know several teachers who rely on it for materials for their classrooms. Most of the information is free, but for $ 20.00 per year, you can purchase a membership that allows you to have access to the site without the advertising. The pages here are great. There are color1 ed pages and worksheets for toddlers (学步儿童) and school-age children.StarfallStarfall is another good educational website for small children. Teachers often use this website in classrooms. It emphasizes reading skills for early learners. The website is aimed at first-grade-level learners, but it has tools that can help all children from pre-K to second grade. The website has reading activities, worksheets to download, and a store where you can purchase educational materials for your children.Sesame Street WorkshopKids loveSesame Street, and it is always educational. This is one of the funniest websites online for children because it is very well animated and has great sound effects. The website has games and stories for small kids, and they can create letters at the post office and mail them to their favorite characters.1. Why does Enchanted Learning offer purchasing memberships?A. Charging for the information.B. Charging for downloading materials.C. Giving access to the site without the ads.D. Providing unlimited search for more pages.2. Where can you buy educational materials for your children?A. Enchanted LearningB. StarfallC. Sesame Street WorkshopD. Colored pages3. What is the purpose of this text?A. To introduce.B. To discuss.C. To persuade.D. To educate.BHoneybees can’t swim, and when their wings are wet, they can’t fly, either. But Chris Roh and other researchers at the California Institute of Technology found that when bees drop into bodies of water, they can use their wings toproduce little waves and slide toward land-like surfers who create and then ride their own waves.As with many scientific advances-IsaacNewton’s apple or Benjamin Franklin’s lightning bolt-Dr. Roh’s experiment began with a walk. Passing Caltech’s Millikan Pond in 2016, he observed a bee on the water’s surface producing waves. He wondered how an insect known for flight could push itself through water.Dr. Roh and his co-worker, Morteza Gharib, used butterfly nets to collect localPasadenahoneybees and observed their surf-like movements. The researchers used a wire to restrict each bee’s bodily movement, allowing close examination of their wings. They found that the bee bends its wings at a 30-degree angle, pulling up water and producing a forward force. Bees get trapped on the surface because water is roughly three times heavier than air. But that weight helps to push the bee forward when its wings move quickly up and down. It’s a tough exercise for the bees, which the researchers guess could handle about 10 minutes of the activity.The researchers said the surf-like movement hasn’t been documented in other insects and most semiaquatic insects use their legs forpropulsion, which is known as water-walking. It may have evolved in bees, they-predicted.Dr. Roh and Dr. Gharib have imagined many practical applications for bees’ surfing. One plan is to use their observations to design robots able to travel across sky and sea. “This could be useful for search and rescues, or for getting samples of the surface of the ocean, if you can’t send a boat or helicopter,” Dr. Gharib said.4. What does the author intend to show by mentioningNewtonandFranklin?A. Roh’s admiration for them.B. Roh’s chance discovery about bees.C. Their outstanding talent for science.D. Their similar achievements in discovery.5. What plays the most vital role in a bee’s moving forward on water?A. The air weight.B. Its leg extension.C. The water movement.D. Its continuous wingbeat.6. What does the underlined word “propulsion” in Paragraph 4 mean?A. Fast flightB. Driving force.C. Pulling speed.D. Explosive power.7. What does the text mainly tell us?A. Honeybees can surf to safety.B. Bees help scientists make inventions.C. Insects can adapt to the environment.D. Nature is a helpful guide for discovery.CThree years ago, a group of researchers at Cornell University Food and Brand Lab had a guess. They knew that many apples being served to kids as part of the National School Lunch Program were ending up in the trash, almost untouched. But unlike others, they wondered if the reason was more complicated than simply that the kids didn’t want the fruit.They thought the fact that the apples were being whole, rather than sliced (切片的), was doing the fruit no favor. And they wanted to prove this idea.They carried out a study at eight schools and found that fruit consumption (消费) jumped by more than 60 percent when apples were served sliced. They then made a follow-up study at six other schools, which not only showed the same result, but further supported. The whole apple consumption at schools that served sliced apples reduced by about 50 percent than before.Based on these results, it seems that even the simplest forms of inconvenience can influence us. Sliced apples just make more sense for kids. The hardest part is getting kids to start eating fruit, and that’s exactly why sliced apples are the way to go. A child holding a whole apple has to break the skin, eat around the core (果核), and deal with the inconvenience of holding a large fruit. These problems might seem silly or unimportant, but they’re important when you’re missing teeth or have braces (牙箍), as so many kids do.Sometimes what seems like a really small inconvenience actually makes a huge difference.8. What can we learn from Paragraph 1?A. Lots of apples served to kids were wasted.B. Researcher supported the lunch program.C. Apples are not the only acceptable fruit for kids.D. The lunch program was well worth spreading.9. What did researchers want to prove?A. Kid didn’t want the fruits.B. Kids favored the whole apples.C. Kids preferred to the sliced apples.D. Kid’s eating habits influenced fruit consumption.10. According to the study, we can know________.A. 14 schools served sliced fruitsB. kids have problems eating the whole applesC. eating fruits must be healthy for childrenD. few kids are missing teeth or have braces11. What’s the main idea of the passage?A. Form matters more than taste.B. Apples are beneficial to each kid.C. The way fruit is eaten links kids’ growth.D. Inconvenience probably makes a difference.DFlying someone one-way fromLondontoNew Yorkproduces nearly a ton ofcarbon dioxide or CO2. That's alot of this climate-warming greenhouse gas. But there are ways to cut the climate impact of flying, one of which is to ask planes to surf high-altitude winds every chance they get.It's not something they've been allowed to do. But that may change—and soon.Most jets crossing the Atlantic Ocean follow one of several fixed paths that are widely spaced because radar (雷达) had not been able to track aircraft everywhere above the Atlantic. But a new network of satellites could soon change that.Wells was part of a team inEnglandthat calculated the fastest possible routes for passenger planes. According to them , traveltime a plane takes when flying across theAtlanticvaries with the winds that a plane meets. For instance, eastbound (向东的) flights can get a powerful push. Westbound routes miss that benefit. Faster flights burn less fuel. And less burning gives off fewergreenhouse gases.The airline industry knows it has a high " carbon footprint." But it takes decades and many billions of dollars to design, test and fly new planes. Changing a flight path, in contrast, can cut costs and energy right away.The new study doesn't show how well such wind surfing would work for all planes, in all skies and the world over. Bui it does suggest that making flight routes more flexible could cut both fuel use and CO2in some places.However, if flight times vary depending on the wind, scheduling connecting flights and managing runways and gates would become more complicated. The researchers would have to work out the best flight paths that take such scheduling issues into consideration. They may also want to see if flying at different altitudes gives a wider choice of flexible routes at the times most people want to fly.National Air Traffic Services (NATS) which provides air-traffic control for theUnited Kingdomsaid it would temporarily disband its flight-paths system and work to allow airlines to choose flexible routes that would best limit their fuel use.12. What happens to east bound flights when crossing theAtlantic?A. They consume more fuel.B. They use less time and energy.C. They produce more greenhouse gases.D. They are against a stronger wind.13. What should be done to make adopting flexible flight routes possible?A. Calculating the flight time.B. Finding the best flight paths.C. Adjusting the size of jets.D. Adding more runways and gates.14. Which word can best replace the underlined word "disband” in the last paragraph?A. Stop.B. Copy.C. Handle.D. Restore.15. What can we infer from the text?A. Planes are producing the most carbon dioxide.B. New fuel is benefiting airline industries greatly.C. Carbon footprint is a serious problem in theUK.D. Surfing the winds can make air travel greener.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
2020-2021学年上海市宝山中学高三英语期末试卷及答案
2020-2021学年上海市宝山中学高三英语期末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AWhen the weather is bad or when the flu breaks out, we can let the kids do some fun things at home, which can be beneficial to kids.Reading out loudIf your children are young enough, don't forget to read books to them out loud! Few children dislikehaving a good book read to them, and it's great for the development of their brains. However, if your children are a bit older and have moved onto more advanced books, there is always the choice of listening to an audiobook. This can also be done while they're doing something else.Playing board gamesMaybe your children's table is full of board games, which have been forgotten for a long time. It's a good time to bring them out when playing outside is no longer a choice. Surely, playing board games is a great way to connect with children. In addition, many board games are designed to get children thinking!Having a dance partyConsidering that all you need is a speaker or maybe just a phone, you can have a dance party wherever you are! This is a great way to get kids’ bodies moving when they are inside. Play some of your children's favorite music and let them dance to it. Not only is it good exercise, but it will help your children feel time is flying!Doing jigsaw (拼图) puzzlesFor most people that have children, it's common to have at least one jigsaw puzzle at home. Jigsaw puzzles are great because everyone can do them on their own time. Besides, your whole family will have a sense of achievement when everyone is smiling over the finished product.1. What do reading out loud and playing board games have in common?A. They both develop children's team spirit.B. They both improve children's listening ability.C. They both do good to children's thinking ability.D. They both focus on interaction between children.2. Which of the following combines exercise and music?A. Reading out loud.B. Playing board games.C. Doing jigsaw puzzles.D. Having a dance party.3. What is the purpose of the text?A. To list four interesting children's parties.B. To recommend four children's favorite books.C. To introduce some activities for children inside.D. To show some funny things for children outside.BIn recent years,people have been focusing on the quality of food that children are fed in schools. Former First Lady Michelle Obama worked hard to make school lunches healthier, resulting in new menus that featured less fat and salt, more fruits and vegetables.But high-quality nutrients count for little when there is no time to eat them. Amy Ettinger reports, "There is no national standard on how much time kids get to eat that meal. " And with schools being occupied with test scores, teachers are using every available minute for lesson time, which often leaves kids without enough eating time.This is a problem because the length of the school lunch period is a key factor (因素) in how much nutrition children actually gel. Research has found that having less than 20 minutes for lunch results in children consuming much less of their lunch than those with more than 20 minutes.This is really terrible. For many low-income kids, that cafeteria lunch can represent half their daily energy intake. There's also another terrible message that it's acceptable to wolf down food as fast as possible before rushing off to your next class. Cafeteria time should be a chance to interact with friends, to learn important social skills, to observe and share varieties of food. It should be a break in day, a chance to relax before heading into the afternoon.As Ettinger explains,some parents are hoping the National Parent Teacher Association will address this issue. This, in turn, would help parents push their kids' schools for better lunch time standards. Meanwhile, if you have a kid in this situation, you can help by packing a healthy lunch to spare them the cafeteria lineup. Make the foods easy to eat, provide non-messy snacks that can be eaten in class, put great effort into serving a hearty breakfast, and sit down as a family for dinner whenever possible.4. What did Michelle Obama make efforts to improve?A. The quality of school lunches.B. The performance of school kids.C. The school lunch time kids have.D. The eating habits of school kids.5. What happens to children in American schools?A. They are occupied with many tests.B. They fail to get along with each other.C. They consume more meat than before.D. They have less lunch time than before.6. How are low-income kids influenced by the problem at school?A. They can't go to classes on time.B. They can't have enough energy.C. They can't share different kinds of food.D. They can't hold a positive attitude toward life.7.What can parents do to solve the problem?A. Prepare a better lunch for their kids.B. Stop their kids going to the cafeteria.C. Force schools to make adjustments to lunch.D. Guide their kids on how to pack their own lunch.CA world in which extinct creatures could be brought back to life came a step closer yesterday. Australian scientists have managed to extract a gene from a preserved sample of a Tasmanian tiger and make it active. Thebreakthroughhas left them dreaming that one day they will be able to recreate the animal, which died out more than 70 years ago. And if it can be done with the Tasmanian tiger, it may also be possible to resurrect (复活) creatures that have been extinct for far longer.“There used to be a time when extinction meant forever, but no more, ” said Professor Mike Archer. “We are now able to seriously challenge whether those animals that have gone for ever. What has been achieved is a very important step in bringing back those animals that are extinct. And while I think that technically it is still pretty difficult at the moment, we can now see the possibilities. I’m personally convinced that the Tasmanian tiger will be brought back to life in my lifetime.”The breakthrough came after nine years of experiments by scientists at the University of Melbourne, who extracted a gene from one of several tigers preserved in alcohol in a Melbourne museum. They removed the equivalent gene from a mouse embryo implanted the tiger gene and then watched as the mouse continued to grow normally, suggesting the tiger gene had been activated.Team leader Dr. Andrew Pask said it was the first time DNA from an extinct species had been used to “induce(引起) a functional response in another living organism”.However, the animal’s entire gene structure would have to be revived in the same way to even begin the possibility of bringing the Tasmanian tiger back from the dead.Mick Mooney, a wildlife officer ofthe Tasmanian Government, was worried that such developments could encourage people’s indifference to the protection of endangered species.“If people think that we can bring animals back to life after they’ve gone, they will start saying that there is nothing to worry about because we can fix it up later.”8. What does the underlined word “breakthrough” in the l paragraph refer to?A. Scientists have recreated new animals.B. Scientists have resurrected endangered animal.C. It has turned out that some creatures would not go extinct.D. A tiger gene has been extracted successfully and activated.9. Scientists are carrying out the experiments in order to ________.A. bring extinct animals back to lifeB. transplant the genes of tigers into other animalsC. find out what factors lead to the animals’ extinctionD. find a new way to extract animals’ DNA10. Mike Archer thinks that ________.A. scientists now have no technological difficulty reconnecting extinct animalsB. it’ll be a century or so before a Tasmanian tiger walks on the earth againC. humans have come closer in reconnecting extinct animalsD. reconnecting extinct animals is impossible11. We can learn from Mick Mooncy’s words that_________.A. he thought it unnecessary to worry about endangered animalsB. his opinion is in contrast with that of the Tasmanian GovernmentC. he thought people should be encouraged to protect endangered animalsD. he is concerned that bringing extinct animals back to life may have a negative effectDAvi Loeb, a scientist, believes that we are not alone in the universe. The belief fits withLoeb's alien spaceship theory that at least one alien spaceship might be flying over the orbit of Jupiter, which won the internationalattention last year.Astronomers inHawaiifound the first known interstellar object in late 2017. It was a bit of light moving so fast past the sun that it could only have come from another star. Almost every astronomer on the planet was trying to figure out how the object, called “Oumuamua” got to our far-away part of the Milky way galaxy. “One possibility is that ‘Oumuamua’ is debris from an advanced technological equipment,” Loeb said. “Technology comes from another solar system just showed up at our door. ”“‘Oumuamua’ is not an alien spaceship,” Paul Sutter, another scientist wrote. He suggested Loeb was seeking publicity. Most scientists think “Oumuamua” is some sort of rock. They think it could be an icy wandering comet.Loeb says that “Oumuamua's” behavior means it can't be a block of rock shaped like a long photo. He thinks it's more likely an object that's very long and thin, perhaps like a long pancake or a ship's sail. Loeb says that if someone shows him evidence thatcontradictshis beliefs, he will immediately give in.Loeb believes himself a truth-teller and risk-taker in an age of very safe, too-quiet scientists. “The worst thing that can happen to me is that I would be relieved of my management duties, and that would give me even more time to focus on science,” Loeb says. He said he wouldn't mind giving up all the titles he had and returning to the Israeli farming village where he grew up.12. What does Loeb say about “Oumuamua”?A. It is an icy comet.B. It looks like a long photo.C. It is actually some sort of rock.D. It may come from another alien civilization.13. What does the underlined word “contradicts” in paragraph 4 probably mean?A.Goes against.B. Relies on.C. Turns to.D. Searches for.14. What do you think of Loeb?A. He is foolish.B. He is unsatisfied with his titles.C. He is a firm believer in scientific truth.D. He is uncertain about his career future.15. What's the best title for the text?A. Have Aliens Paid a Visit in Spaceships?B. Do We Really Know about Space Theory?C. Scientists Are Working on High TechnologyD. Astronomers Are Encouraging Space Travel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。
2021届上海市宝山区高三英语一模卷
宝山区2021-2021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 Comprehension 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 hoppin g 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.D.Her brother can find an apartment for 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 for 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 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 decidewhich 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. B. It was a true crime story.C. The girl in the story couldn’t age.D. The author was curious about it.12. A. Eating with lots of people is common. B. There is something social and comforting.C. It’s a way to have someone to chat with.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.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. You helped others cut hair. B. You had your hair cut.C. Someone else did the cutting.D. You cut your hairyourself.15. A. Put off the light. B. Close the light.C. Turn off the light.D. Go off the light.16. A. Learning English can be tricky. B. Phrases are confusing for English learners.C. The meaning of “have my hair cut”.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. B. How hard to buy birthday gifts.C. When to choose the birthday gifts.D. Where to buy birthday gifts.18. A. Say “I care for you” to Judy. B. Just give her $100.C. Give her a gift card.D. Try to buy a real gift Judy likes.19. A. $100. B.A real gift. C. A gift card. D. Perfume.20. A. The woman is a shop assistant. B. Judy is the man’s girlfriend.C. The man will give Judy $100.D. The two speakers agree with each other.II.Grammar and Vocabulary Section 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.SOS message on the sand saves missing sailorsMicronesia is an area of the western Pacific Ocean with more than 600 islands, (21) covers a huge area of ocean north of the large island of New Guinea.Pikelot is just 450 meters long and 280 meters wide. The highest point on Pikelot 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 their 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 are so many small islands and the ocean is so large. One of the ships was the Australian navy shipHMAS Canberra, which (26) (sail) from Australia to Hawaii and had a helicopter on board.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.Don't abandon the written WordWay back in 2012, Kyle Wiens. CEO of IFIX wrote in a blog post for 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 forward.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. What's more, he believes that grammar skills indicate several other valuable 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 whether 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 successfully 35 with others and build your brand? In short, if you want to succeed ― as a boss or an employee ― good grammar is 36 .“Great leaders can understand how to use it well i n 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 be 38 in the outcome and each other?Writing, specifically by hand has numerous 39 for your health and well-being. Researchers have also found that handwriting, in particular the forming 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.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 eachblank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.A study from Switzerland’s Université de Genève(UNIG E) looked to answer the question of which came first: a decrease in physical activity or cognitive (认知的) decline?“Interrelationships have been41 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 for Affective Sciences (CISA) in a press release. “But we have never yet42 tested which comes first: Does physical activity prevent a decline in cognitive skills or 43 ? That’s what we 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 a ctivity.”Researchers at UNIGE tested the two possible 48 by using data from the Survey of Health, Aging and Retirement in Europe, a socioeconomic database covering more than 25 countries across the continent.Over the course of 12 years, 105, 206 adults 49 in age from 50 to 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 in 60 seconds. They also tested cognitive abilities with a 51 test where they memorized 10 words before reciting them. Physical activity was measured using a scale from 1 to 4. A 1 indicated participants “never”52 physical activity while a 4 meant they were physically 53 “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 effort to get out of a sitting lifestyle and that by55 cognitive 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 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)“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, I liked 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 beautiful 5-kilometer 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 most 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, “Gabe is done for!”And I was. My body was tel ling me to slow down. My pride, however, said “No! Not until you’re out of sight of the spectators!” I was in agony, but I kept up my pace until I reached the forest. Once in among the trees. I slowed way down.56.What is special to the author about the race?A.The weather condition was good for runners.B.He was familiar with the home course.C.He took pride in competitors from other schools.D.His parents came to support him as usual.57.The underlined word “agony” (paragraph 4) most probably means .A.sufferingB. comfortC. 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 c oach.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 past 24 hours and our success by how much we've managed to tick off.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 wonderful dinneringredients and go to a job each day that affords you the life you have2.Add some actionInstead of writing plain reminders down as memory urges, like “Dentist” and “Report,” add some verbsand result-based benefits, like “Book dentist and get teeth sparkly white!” or “Complete report and let outyour 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 whenyou’re late for work: You can’t find your jeans, you hurt your toe on the bed byaccident and you misplace your phone as you head down the elevator.When we operate from a place of calm, stuff happens faster. We find what we need. We don’t burn thetoast.It can be as simple as sitting up in bed, taking ten deep breaths when you wake up and settinga simple intention for the day (not reaching straight for Instagram and email).4. Ask yourself thisHow are you spending your days, your life? Are you having enough fun? Can your got-to-dolist be a get-to-do list with some good moods dancing on the page and an air of “I got time!” attached to it?Yes, it probably can. Now, what’s first?60.Which of the following does the author agree with about “your to-do list”?A.Choose wonderful dinner ingredients and go to a job each day.B.Change “Dentist” into“Book dentist and get teeth sparkly white!”C.D.61.A.a state of mindB. a get-to-do list.C. a memory urgeD. a place of calm62.What’s the writing purpose of this passage?A.To find out what to do first every d ay.B.To imagine the good feeling of tasks.C.To explain the importance of lifestyle.D.To discover how to enjoy daily life.(C)Upon reflection of the ideal social moral code, within one sentence, it would be: be constructive, not destructive.Additionally, construction and destruction can be filtered through a sociopolitical lens. Construction can be seen as good to some, and bad to others. Take for instance creating new homes in a forested area. Yes, homes for humans are made, but also the habitat for countless animals is being destroyed, or at least altered to an extreme. Construction, if it is true, it should be beneficial to all parties included. That is a tall order, though. Every step we take kills bacteria and other microorganisms—and perhaps plants, insects, and who knows what else. Destruction can be seen as a part of each moment. Plus, what a majority might regard as a constructive might be seen as destructive to a minority. Is there a way to determine which side is correct? It is almost impossible. Being in the majority in terms of a moral outlook does not mean it is correct, or more appropriate. There have been many instances in history when acts were regarded as constructive, but were later seen as destructive with a modern lens.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 constructive or destructive, definitions of being constructive and destructive, and construction and destruction seen through a sociopolitical lens are 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 extent .A.it would bring him benefits or harmsB.he would modify his destructive behaviorC.his act is constructive or destructiveD.his destructive result might bring about64.The author mentions the example of killing Hitler to s how that .A.killing someone is definitely termed a destructive actB.the majority of people would agree to kill HitlerC.killing Hitler is seen as a constructive and positive actD.definitions of social code decide our values and principles65.What does the underlined sentence (paragraph 4) imply?A.Construction and destruction can advance social developments.B.Construction can be seen as good to some, and bad to others.C.What 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 C odeB.Judgment of Construction or DestructionC.Ideal Social Moral CodeD.How to Live One’s Life in a Social ContextSection CDirections: Read the following passages. 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.st. fm allows users to listen to music for free, as well as buy tracks.B.The website Last.fm is a convenient and useful resource for music lovers.C.There are plenty of websites that allow music lovers to stay in touch with the news relating to their hobby.D.I f you want to use Last.fm for communication, you might find that traditional social networks are moresuitable for this purposeE.This website is of great benefit for music enthusiasts.F.This technology is convenient and definitely helpful for music lovers.A Useful Tool for Music LoversWith the development and expansion of the Internet, many hobbies and interests of modern 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 even more 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.fm: a mix of a social network and an Internet-radio that tracks down the music its users listento. (68) . Besides, it has a numberof advantages compared to other sources providing similar services. The design of Last.fm 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 navigate. Users 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.fm. 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.fm searches for people with similar musical preferences and shows one a list of those whose interests match to some extent. These people are called neighbors and the idea is that they can get familiar with the fans 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 displaya 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.71.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.Beyond IdentityWe often think of ourselves as our body, mind, and emotions. We take these three elements and make a combination. However, we 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 we grow older), and our inevitable subjective experience as an individual consist of a scientific foundation for the soul.Despite the constant shift in the links between our brain cells, we 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 we commonly identify with our body and what we see in the mirror, we also have a sense that we are not a certain age—as our sense of self usually leans less on age and rather on our subjective feeling of who we are essentially.Lastly, each person is inevitably subjective about his or her experience. Despite humans being very, very similar to each other in DNA and overall composition, our understanding of reality is vastly different from individual to individual. According to Psychology 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 n ature of the self, the “I” 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 are very difficult to deny.V.TranslationDirections: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.72.他在整理书籍时发现了一本旧日记。
2020-2021学年上海市宝山中学高三英语第一次联考试题及答案解析
2020-2021学年上海市宝山中学高三英语第一次联考试题及答案解析第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AThere have been many great painters in the rich history of Chinese art. Here are four of the greatest painters from China.Li Cheng (919—967, Five Dynasties and early Song Dynasty)Li Cheng contributed greatly to one of the golden ages of landscape paintings in world history. During his time, he was considered the best landscape painter ever. He is remembered especially for the winter landscapes he created and for simple compositions of tall, old evergreens set against a dry landscape. Several of his paintings are in thin ink which gives them a foggy appearance.Fan Kuan (990—1020 , Song Dynasty)Fan Kuan began his career by modeling Li Cheng's work but later created his own style, claiming that the only true teacher was nature. His finest workTravelers among Mountains and Streamsis a masterpiece of landscape painting and many future artists turned to it for inspiration.Qi Baishi (1864-1957)One of the greatest contemporary Chinese painters, Qi Baishi is known for not being influenced by Western styles like most painters of his time. He can be considered as the last great traditional painter of China. He painted almost everything from insects to landscapes. He is regarded highly in Chinese art for the freshness that he brought to the familiar types of birds and flowers, insects and grass.Wu Guanzhong (1919—2010)Widely considered as the founder of modern Chinese painting , Wu Guanzhong has painted various aspects of China, like its architecture, plants, animals, people and landscapes. Wu went on to combine Western and Chinese styles to create a unique form of modem art. In 1992, he became the first living Chinese artist whose work was exhibited at the British Museum.1.What do we know about Li Cheng?A.He loved landscape paintings.B.He copied many artists' work.C.His work gained worldwide recognition.D.He was considered as Fan Kuan's teacher.2.What is the main feature of Qi Baishi's paintings?A.They have foggy appearances.B.They lack diversity in the theme.C.They come under Western influence.D.They show advanced traditional painting skills.3.What did the four Chinese painters have in common?A.They were all modern painters.B.They all created landscape paintings.C.They were all impacted by Western art.D.They were all pioneers intraditional art history.BScientists often compare coral reefs(珊瑚礁) to underwater rainforests, yet unlike the leafy plant base of a forest, corals are animals. The soft creatures are naturally half-transparent and get their brilliant color1 from algae(藻类) living inside them. When corals experience stress from hot temperatures or pollution, theyhaltthe interdependent relationship with algae, typically pushing them out and turning white. Corals are still alive when they are white, but they're at risk and many eventually die, turning dark brown.Scientists around the world are looking for means to protect and maybe increase corals. One common option is to create more protected areas — essentially national parks in the ocean. Beyond nature preserves, some conservationists are looking to more hands-on methods. One research center in the Florida Keys is exploring a form of natural selection to keep corals remaining. The reef system in the Keys has been hit hard by climate change and pollution, which is especially tough, because corals there help support fisheries worth $ 100 million every year.To keep the wild ecosystem alive, Erinn Muller, the center's director, and her team are harvesting samples of the corals that survived the environmental stress naturally, keeping them to make them reproduce, and then reattaching them to the reef. They have 46,000 corals on plastic frames under the sea. So far, the center has regrown over 70,000 corals from five different species on damaged reefs.In The Bahamas, Ross Cunning, a research biologist at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium, focuses on corals with genes that could make them natural candidates for restoration projects. He published a study of two Bahamian reefs, one that survived an extreme 2015 heat wave, and one that didn't. "We think their ability to deal with thesehigher temperatures is built into their genes," says Cunning. There's evidence of corals evolving more quickly to resist rapidly warming climate. The big question scientists need investigate, adds Gunning, is how much more heat corals can adapt to.4. What does the underlined word "halt" in the first paragraph mean?A. End.B. Develop.C. Strengthen.D. Weaken.5. What do Muller and her team do to save corals?A. Restore the damaged reefs.B. Grow corals by hand underwater.C. Create more protected areas.D. Move corals to unpolluted areas.6. What do Gunning's words suggest?A. Many corals have been genetically improved.B. Cooling down the waters is key to rescuing corals.C. Reasons for corals surviving heat waves are shocking.D. The highest temperature corals can survive is unclear.7. Which can be a suitable title for the text?A. Relationship between corals and algaeB. Efforts made to save coralsC. Impact of climate warming on coralsD. Survival crisis faced by coral reefsCLast summer, Maria and her mother moved from their house in the countryside to a flat building in Chicago. Maria really liked some things about the city, but she missed her house and yard in the countryside.One day, Maria was in her flat building when she noticed her neighbor, Mrs. Garcia, carrying a gardening tool and a bag of soil. Maria wondered how Mrs. Garcia was able to garden in the city.“My mom used to grow the most delicious vegetables, and I know she misses her garden now that we don’t have a yard,” said Maria.Mrs. Garcia laughed. “I’ll show you,” she said.Maria thought that Mrs. Garcia would take her to the park, but she took her to the roof. When the door opened, Maria was surprised to see rows of flowers and vegetables on the roof.“What a wonderful garden!” said Maria.Mrs. Garcia told Maria that for a long time the roof was just an empty space. Then some of the people in the building asked the owners to turn it into a community garden. The building owners liked the idea because the plants not only helped to keep the air clean, but they also helped to keep the building cooler during warmerweather.“I plant flowers in my own place,” Mrs. Garcia said, “but you would be surprised by how different the plants are up here. Some people grow vegetables just like your mom. You can do some of the same things in the city as in the countryside. You just have to be creative!”8. Where did Mrs. Garcia take Maria to one day?A. The park.B. The roof.C. The garden in front of her house.D. The countryside.9. Which of the following is NOT the good side of the community garden?A. It made the building stronger.B. It helped keep the air clean.C. It helped keep the building cooler.D. It used the empty space well.10. After Maria visited the garden, she would most probably ask her mom to ________.A. go back to the countrysideB. pick flowers from the gardenC show her around the park D. grow vegetables on the roof11. What is the best title for this passage?A. A Creative LadyB. An Empty RoofC. A Rooftop GardenD. A Special BuildingDWhen 36-year-old J Andy Duran decided to return to his favorite high school hobby—skateboarding, the only trouble he expected to have was his own ability to get back on the skateboard after such a long time. However, the 340-pound skateboarder soon realizedthatwas the least of his problems.Duran's problems began before he even stepped on a skateboard. He couldn't find anything for fat skaters. What Duran did find was a belief that plus-size people should not be skating. Determined to do something to change the image(形象) of plus-size people in sports, Duran set up Chub Rollz—a skating and skateboarding community for overweight skaters. He knew that not only did he need to get back into it to prove people wrong, but he needed to create a safe space where others can haverepresentation as well.To encourage plus-size people to take part in the fun sport, Duran created a list of recommended products for fat skaters. He also hosted roller skating and skateboarding classes to teach beginners.After an article about his thoughts in the San Francisco Chronicle, Duran received lots of messages from strangers thanking him for giving them the courage to take up skateboarding. He has also been contacted by some skateboarding brands offering to create larger clothing sizes and beenoffered free equipment by skatingorganizations like "Skate Like a Giri ".Though encouraged, Duran believes a lot more needs to be done to remove body image stereotypes(刻板印象).“I want to see more changes in communities. Maybe skate shops create a more welcoming environment for all types of skaters. Or boards are made in a variety of strengths and sizes—everyone is making thinner, lighter products, but sometimes we need those heavy-duty choices to stay available," he explains.For those hesitant of taking up their desired activity due to their body size, Duran has this to say:“Be kind to yourself. Just because you don't see it doesn't mean you can't be it.”12. What does the underlined word "that" in paragraph 1 refer to?A. The skateboard.B. His hobby.C. His ability.D. The time.13. Why did Duran found Chub Rollz?A. To realize his childhood dream.B. To help plus-size people lose weight.C. To fight for the equal right for fat people.D. To change people's impression of the fat in sports.14. Which word can best describe Duran?A. Generous.B. Inspiring.C. Adaptable.D. Talented.15. Which is most likely Duran's belief?A. Everyone has a gift for sports.B.No one is too fat to enjoy sports.C. Fat people do deserve social concern.D. Skateboarding is most suitable for fat people.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。
宝山区2020届高三英语一模卷参考答案
2019年高三质量检测参考答案和听力录音文字材料1-10 BACBA CBCAD 11-20 ABCCA BBCAD21.when 22. earlier 23. would be dedicated 24. to display 25. began26. one 27. taking 28. on which/so that 29. loving 30. what31. E 32. K 33. A 34. I 35. B 36. C 37. H 38. D 39. J 40. F41-55 DACBA CADBA DBCDA56-59 ABDC 60-62 BAC 63-66 BDAC67.A 68. D 69. B 70. F71.This passage is about the advantages and challenges of starting a business. On one hand, a boss can get financial rewards and independence avoiding control from others. On the other hand, a boss must have passion for his own business, good communication skills and creative thinking, which can help him solve problems. （52w）72.Whether you walk, cycle or drive a car, it’s important to follow the rules of the road.73.Only by developing, using and governing the internet well can it better benefit mankind.74.A person who encourages you, gives you advice and asks helpful questions is called a lifecoach or mentor.75.Life is full of challenges, but a willingness to learn something new gives people the rightattitude for overcoming obstacles.Listening ComprehensionSection A1. W: Would you care to see the menu?M: No, thanks. I already know what I'd like to order.Q: What is most probably the relationship between the two speakers?2. M: I'd like to check in for the evening, please. I haven't made a reservation though.W: It's all right. Just sign here and we'll get you a place.Q: What does the woman want from the man?3. M: Mrs. Johnson, it looks like the surgery will have to be done.W: Oh, I was really hoping you weren't going to say that.Q: What will the woman have to do?4.M: I'd like to see Mr. James, please.W: He is not here anymore. Mrs. Henderson is the new advisor for undergraduates.Q: What does this conversation tell us?5. W: Susan won't be coming to work tomorrow.She's finally going to the modern art exhibition. M: Oh, so she managed to get tickets after all.6. M: Has tomorrow's meeting been confirmed?W: Ah, I was told it's been called off.Q: What does the woman mean?7.W: Are you going to join the chess club this year?M: Chess eats up too much of my time.Q: What can be inferred about the man?8. W: I'm sorry, sir. Train number 544 has departed already.M: That’s all right. Could you please tell me where to find a fax machine?Q: What is the man asking?9. W: The baseball game was really impressive.M: So you used that ticket after all!Q: What had the man assumed about the woman?10.M: Are you going to trust the restaurant critic again? That didn't taste anything like the meal wehad in Paris.W: It definitely wasn't worth the wait.Q: What does the woman imply?Section BQuestions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.What exactly is fit? How do you know whether you are fit? Under the Old Fitness, this question is answered by taking a few tests and comparing your performance to the standard. The New Fitness leaves every individual to arrive at his or her own answer, based on individual need, personal goals and different life styles.The New Fitness definition is less precise but more flexible: you are fit if you can work effectively at your normal task; if you have enough energy left at the end of the day to invest in leisure activities; and if you have the strength to stand an unexpected physical emergency like running a block to catch a bus, for instance, or rearranging all your furniture.By this definition, a healthy, physically fit accountant would not be in the same shape as a healthy, physically fit athlete. But there's no need to be.Fitness can be divided into three basic factors: endurance, strength and flexibility. Of the three, endurance is the factor that is most often used as the key indicator of fitness. And the exercises which build endurance have the greatest effect on your overall health.Questions:11. What is the new concept of fitness?12. What is the most important factor indicating fitness?Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.Most career organizations highlight three stages for graduates to follow in the process of securing a suitable career: recognizing abilities, matching these to available vacancies and presenting them well to employers.Job seekers have to make a careful assessment of their own abilities. One area of assessment should be of their academic qualifications. Graduates should also consider their own personal values and attitudes, or the relative importance to themselves of such matters as money, security, leadership and caring for others.The second stage is to study the opportunities available for employment and to think about how the general employment situation is likely to develop in the future. After studying various options, they should be in a position to make informed comparisons between various careers.Good personal presentation is essential in the search for a good career. Job application forms and letters should, of course, be filled in carefully and correctly. When additional information is asked for, job seekers should describe their abilities and work experience in more depth, with examples if possible. When graduates are asked to attend an interview, they should prepare properly by finding out all they can about the employer. Interviewees should try to give positive and helpful answers and should not be afraid to ask questions about anything they are unsure about. This is much better than pretending to understand a question and giving an unsuitable answer.There will be good career opportunities for people with ability, skills and determination; the secret to securing a good job is to be one of those people.Questions:14. What is the second stage for graduates to follow in seeking a suitable career?15. What is important for interviewees when attending an interview?16. What kind of people can secure a good job according to the passage?Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.Dina: What are you doing, Roger?Roger: Hello, Dina. I'm deciding which of these pictures from my birthday party to share online. Dina: You mean on social media?Roger: Yes. I want to find the best ones to share with friends.Dina: Are the people on your social media accounts really your friends?Roger: Of course they are.Dina: Really? Do you know all of your social media friends or followers personally?Roger: No, I don’t. But does that really matter?Dina: It could. Why would you share your life with people you don't know very well?Roger: Because it’s fun to interact with others.Dina: It's nice to connect with people, but how can you feel comfortable sharing personal photos with them? They may post rude comments.Roger: Sharing photos is a great way to become known to others. And most people will make nice comments.Dina: But why are you opening yourself up to that? Anyone can view your social media accounts if you make them public.Roger: So? Sharing is just a part of networking. And networking has great benefits.Dina: Such as?Roger: Networking opens doors to all kinds of opportunities for work, volunteering and real life friendships.Dina: Maybe I’m traditional, but I think the opportunities are better and safer when you meet someone in person.Roger: But it's a lot faster to network through social media.Dina: If you're networking for business purposes, why would you share personal information? Roger: Social edges have changed over time. People like me find openness attractive. I like being able to be myself. I don’t worry too much about what I share and don't share.Dina: But nowadays people can pretend to be anybody online. There are all kinds of cheats out there. I prefer to be more private and only share with those I have a real relationship with. Roger: Sometimes your own personal sharing can encourage someone, even people you don't actually know. That can be pretty powerful!Dina: I’m sure that's possible, but I’d still say it's essential to be wise about what you share. Questions:17.What is Roger doing when Dina comes?18.Who does Roger plan to share his life with online?19.What is Dina’s attitude toward sharing personal life online?20.According to Dina, what are the disadvantages of social media sharing?。
2020~2021年宝山区高三英语一模试卷(含答案)
2020学年第一学期宝山区学习能力诊断卷高三英语试卷（满分140分，考试时间120分钟）2020.12 I. Listening ComprehensionSection A1. 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.D.Her brother can find an apartment for 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 for the football game.D.She is worried about missing her flight.Section BQuestions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11.A.The mukbanger was a little funny.B.It was a true crime story.C.The girl in the story couldn’t age.D.Th e author was curious about it.12.A.Eating with lots of people is common.B.There is something social and comforting.C.It’s a way to have someone to chat with.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.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14.A.You helped others cut hair.B.You had your hair cut.C.Someone else did the cutting.D.You cut your hairyourself.15.A.Put off the light.B.Close the light.C.Turn off the light.D.Go off the light.16.A.Learning English can be tricky.B.Phrases are confusing for English learners.C.The meaning of “have my hair cut”.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.B.How hard to buy birthday gifts.C.When to choose the birthday gifts.D.Where to buy birthday gifts.18.A.Say“I care for you”to Judy.B.Just give her$100.C.Give her a gift card.D.Try to buy a real gift Judy likes.19.A.$100.B.A real gift.C.A gift card.D.Perfume.20.A.The woman is a shop assistant.B.Judy is the man’s girlfriend.C.The man will give Judy$100.D.The two speakers agree with each other.II. Grammar and VocabularySection ASOS message on the sand saves missing sailorsMicronesia is an area of the western Pacific Ocean with more than 600 islands,(21)________covers a huge area ofocean north of the large island of New Guinea.Recently,three Micronesian sailors set out to sail 42 km 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 Pikelot,more than 100 km from their destination.Pikelot is just 450 meters long and 280 meters wide.The highest point on Pikelot 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 their voyage,they did not arrive at their destination,so ships andaircraft in the area began looking for the(24)________(miss)men.But it was almost impossible to decide where(25)________(look)because there are so many small islands and the ocean is so large.One of the ships was theAustralian navy ship HMAS Canberra,which(26)________(sail)from Australia to Hawaii and had a helicopter onboard.During this time,the three sailors decided to write(27)________message on the beach on their tiny island.Theywrote a huge SOS in the sand.SOS is an international signal that peopleuse(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.Don't abandon the written WordWay back in 2012,KyleWiens.CEO of IFIX wrote in a blog post for Harvard Business Review that he wouldn'thire anyone who used poor grammar.In fact,he_____31_____all applicants to take a grammar test before movingforward.According to Wiens,he’sfound that people who make fewer mistakes o n a grammar test also make fewermistakes when they are doing something_____32_____unrelated to writing―like stocking shelves or labeling parts.What's more,he believes that grammar skills indicate several other valuable_____33_____,including learning ability,professional credibility(信用)and attention to detail.Another CEO named Brad Hoover noted that good grammar is apredictor of professional success.Honestly ask yourself whether you'd hire someone with a poorly written resume.Will this person be able to deliveron your business plan?How_____34_____will they be able to communicate your goals and expectations?How likely isit that they will be able to successfully____35____with others and build your brand?In short,if you want tosucceed―as a boss or an employee―g ood grammar is_____36_____.“Great leaders can understand how to use it well in context,”wrote Kevin Daum in an Inc article.As a leader,you must be able to manage,organize,_____37_____and support your team.Strong communication skill both writtenand verbal,allow you to accomplish that.If you sent an employee poorly written instructions,how probable is it thatyou'll both be____38____in the outcome-and each other?Writing,specifically by hand has numerous_____39_____for your health and well-being.Researchers have alsofound that handwriting,in particular the forming of letters,is the key to not only_____40_____your memory but alsoforming new ideas and learning.In fact,if you want to slow down mental aging,writing by hand is your best betbecause it forces you to use more of your motor skills.III. Reading ComprehensionSection AA study from Switzerland’s Universitéde Genève(UNIGE)looked to answer the question of which came first:adecrease in physical activity or cognitive(认知的)decline?“Interrelationships ha ve been_____41_____between these two factors,particularly in terms of memory butalso regarding the growth and survival of new neurons(神经元).”said Boris Cheval,a researcher at UNIGE’S SwissCentre forAffective Sciences(CISA)in a press release.“But we have nev er yet_____42_____tested which comes first:Does physical activity prevent a decline in cognitive skills or_____43_____?That’s what we 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 studiesdemonstrate 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 Health,Aging andRetirement in Europe,a socioeconomic database covering more than 25 countries across the continent.Over the course of 12 years,105,206 adults_____49_____in age from 50 to go were tested every two years on theircognitive abilities and their physical activity.Researchers_____50_____cognitive abilities with a verbal fluency test that saw participants name as many animalsas they could in 60 seconds.They also tested cognitive abilities with a_____51_____test where they memorized 10words before reciting them.Physical activity was measured using a scale from 1 to 4.A 1 indicated participants“never”_____52_____physical activity while a 4 meant they were physically_____53_____“more than once a week”.The study found that the_____54_____of what past studies concluded was true―cognitive abilities mostlyinfluence physical activity,not the other way around.“This study backs up our theory that the brain has to make a real effort to get out of a sitting lifestyle and that by _____55_____cognitive capabilities,physical activity will follow,”Cheval said.41.A.neglectedB.preventedC.confusedD.established42.A.formallyB.separatelyC.individuallyD.casually43.A.at timesB.vice versaC.by chanceD.in part44.A.releaseB.admitC.confirmD.oppose45.A.preventsB.encouragesC.influencesD.reduces46.A.misleadB.contradictC.ignoreD.indicate47.A.abandonedB.involvedC.entertainedD.processed48.A.factorsB.elementsC.optionsD.subjects49.A.rangingB.judgingC.expandingD.varying50.A.balancedB.restrictedC.surveyedD.measured51.A.observationB.reflectionC.memoryD.imitation52.A.concerned aboutB.engaged inC.stood forD.gave up53.A.motionlessB.casualC.activeD.passive54.A.consequenceB.similarityC.differenceD.opposite55.A.working onB.reflecting overC.crossing outD.putting offSection B(A)“Runners,to your mark,Get set…”Bang!And I was off,along with a bunch of other teenage cross-countryrunners from high schools across the county.The day was like any other fair-weather autumn day in Maryland.Butthe race that day felt unique from the get-go.For one thing,I liked the course.It was my team’s home course,one Iwas used to running during practices.It took runners along an area of land that included open fields,hills and evenwinding dirt paths through a small forest.It was a beautiful 5-kilometer course.This particular race was our team’sinvite,and I was proud to be sharing the course with competitors from other schools.It also meant a lot―more thannormal 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,asis typical at the beginning of most cross-country races.So when the gun sounded,I took off running,leaving everyoneelse 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 co ach was laughing to himself,thinking,“Gabe is done for!”And I was.My body was telling me to slow down.My pride,however,said“No!Not until you’re out of sight of thespectators!”I was in agony,but I kept up my pace until I reached the forest.Once in among the trees.I slowed waydown.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 thatcross-country season,I’m reminded of something:Pride is no substitute for pace.56.What is special to the author about the race__________?A.The weather condition was good for runners.B.He was familiar with the home course.C.He took pride in competitors from other schools.D.His parents came to support him as usual.57.The underlined word “agony”(paragraph 4)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 par ents’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 past 24 hours and our success by how much we've managed to tick off.So here’s how to get stuff done and enjoy yourself at the same time.1.Rename itMy friend Jim Kwik says, “Callyour‘got-to-do’list your‘get-to-do’list. “It’s a tinychange but a major shift.Think about it.You get to walk yourdog,choose wonderful dinneringredients andgo to a job each day that affords you the lifeyou have2.Add some actionInstead of writing plain reminders down as memoryurges,like“Dentist”and“Report,”add some verbsand result-based benefits,like“Bookdentist and get teeth sparkly white!”or“Complete report and let outyourbreath.”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 makemistakes?Like whenyou’re late for work:You can’t findyour jeans,you hurt your toe on the bed byaccident andyou misplace your phone as you head down theelevator.When we operate from a place of calm,stuff happensfaster.We find what we need.We don’t burn thetoast.It can be as simple as sitting up in bed,taking ten deepbreaths when you wake up and settinga simple intentionfor the day(not reaching straight for Instagram andemail).4.Ask yourself thisHow are you spending your days,your life?Are you having enough fun?Can yourgot-to-dolist be a get-to-do list with some good moods dancing on the page and an airof“I got time!”attached to it?Yes,it probably can.Now,what’s first?60.Which of the following does the author agree with about“your to-do list”?A.Choose wonderful 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!”61.It can be concluded that the key to getting stuff done and enjoying yourself at the same time is__________.A.a state of mindB.a get-to-do list.C.a memory urgeD.a place of calm62.What’s the writing purpose of this passage?A.To find out what to do first everyday.B.To imagine the good feeling of tasks.C.To explain the importance of lifestyle.D.To discover how to enjoy daily life.(C)Upon reflection of the ideal social moral code,within one sentence,it would be:be constructive,not destructive.Though“be constructive,not destructive”sounds sensible,there are many nuances(slight differences).Sometimes itis difficult to determine if an act is exactly constructive or destructive.We can decide if something is constructive or destructive based on degree,for instance.Say your preschool son isacting up and broke a glass vase,even after you told him to stop grabbing and playing with it several times.You get athought in your mind to spank him to give a punishment for his naughty action.However,you start to feel confusedabout whether this would be constructive or destructive.It might show him that not listening to you and breakingthings is not welcome,but on the other hand,spanking him is an act of aggression that will hurt him physically andperhaps teach him to use force in situations later in life.There is no exact wrong or right in these moments.However,through your own reasoning,you can decide to what degree it would be beneficial or harmful to him and thesituation at hand.Personally,I would not spank my son,as I think it does more destruction than construction.But,that is just me.Another nuance to consider is the definition we give to construction and destruction.For example,for some people,construction can never involve violence,while for others,it could even be an essential part.Take the example ofgoing back in time and killing Hitler.Killing someone is definitely termed a destructive act.However,in light of thecircumstances,I would assume that the majority of people would agree that killing Hitler at the height of his power ifthey had the chance would be seen as a constructive,thus positive act.Therefore,our definitions often determine ourvalues and how we behave upon those principles.Additionally,construction and destruction can be filtered through a sociopolitical lens.Construction can be seen asgood to some,and bad to others.Take for instance creating new homes in a forested area.Yes,homes for humans aremade,but also the habitat for countless animals is being destroyed,or at least altered to an extreme.Construction,if itis true,it should be beneficial to all parties included.That is a tall order,though.Every step we take kills bacteria andother microorganisms—and perhaps plants,insects,and who knows what else.Destruction can be seen as a part ofeach moment.Plus,what a majority might regard as a constructive might be seen as destructive to a minority.Is therea way to determine which side is correct?It is almost impossible.Being in the majority in terms of a moral outlookdoes not mean it is correct,or more appropriate.There have been many instances in history when acts were regardedas constructive,but were later seen as destructive with a modern lens.Though I consider“Be constructive,not destructive”the most solid one-sentence social moral code,it is notwithout its nuances and problems.For instance,the degree to which we consider something constructive ordestructive,definitions of being constructive and destructive,and construction and destruction seen through asociopolitical lens are 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 t his essay in terms of living one’s life in a socialcontext.63.From the author’s view whether to punish a kid’s wrong doing or not depends on what extent__________.A.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 to kill HitlerD.definitions of social code decide our values and principles65.What does the underlined sentence(paragraph 4)imply?A.Construction and destruction can advance social developments.B.Construction can be seen as good to some,and bad to others.C.What 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 MoralCodeB.Ideal Social Moral CodeC.Judgment of Construction or DestructionD.How to Live One’s Life in a Social ContextA Useful Tool for Music LoversWith the development and expansion of the Internet,many hobbies and interests of modern people have gained anew dimension.The Internet allows enthusiasts to unite to share their excitement about trends,to communicate andshare experiences.Specialized websites provide users with even more information about their subjects of interest andhelp discover newboundaries of their passions.This refers to movies,arts,modeling,programming,literature,andmusic as well.One can hardly find a person who would not be listening to music on the way to work,at home,orelsewhere.(67)___________________.One such website is Last.fm:a mix of a social network and an Internet-radio that tracks down the music its userslisten to.(68)___________________.Besides,it has a number of advantages compared to other sources providingsimilar services.The design of Last.fm gives a welcoming impression,though some might find it too simple.The siteis displayed in red tones,with the possibility of switching it to a black skin and,despite the quantity of information,iseasy 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.fm.One of its significant advantages over manyother musical websites is the function of scrobbling(歌曲记录),which means tracking down the music one had beenlistening to.(69)___________________.With its aid,Last.fm searches for people with similar musical preferencesand shows one a list of those whose interests match to some extent.These people are called neighbors and the idea isthat they can get familiar with the fans of their favorite kind of music and,most likely,make new friends.Theinformation about upcoming events nearby,as well as recommendations given about new music that a user might likeare also gathered and introduced by the means of scrobbling.If a person listens to one or two bands on a consistentbasis,the website will display a few new artists that play in a similar genre,including new ones,so that a user can bein 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 offree tracks and albums are available only to citizens of the USA,Germany,and Great Britain,while in othercountries,users can only listen to short introductory samples.And yet those lucky ones from the places mentionedbefore can listen to one track online up to five times a day.Besides,the website had recently changed its policytowards monetization and reduced the number of free st.fm 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 canalso benefit from using the resource,presenting information about themselves and involving fans.IV．Summary Writing71.Beyond IdentityWe often think of ourselves as our body,mind,and emotions.We take these three elements and make acombination.However,we al so 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 feelingand identity of the self beyond age(especially experienced as we grow older),and our inevitable subjectiveexperience as an individual consist of a scientific foundation for the soul.Despite the constant shift in the links between our brain cells,we remain essentially the same personality.Thisconsistency 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 toshine through.Besides one’s personality,the soul of a person can be identified through one’s consciousness.Though wecommonly identify with our body and what we see in the mirror,we also have a sense that we are not a certain age—as our sense of self usually leans less on age and rather on our subjective feeling of who we are essentially.Lastly,each person is inevitably subjective about his or her experience.Despite humans being very,very similarto each other in DNA and overall composition,our understanding of reality is vastly different from individual toindividual.According to Psychology Today,“While science has made tremendous progress explaining thefunctioning of the brain,why we have a subjective experience remains mysterious.The problem of the soul liesexactly here,in understanding the nature of the self,the“I”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 somebasis in science.These realities of our behavior,character,and the way you notice things might not be tested strictly,but they are very difficult to deny.V. Translation72.他在整理书籍时发现了一本旧日记。
上海市宝山区2021届高三一模英语试题(含听力)
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 Comprehension 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 ev ery 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.D. Her brother can find an apartment for 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 for 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 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. B. It was a true crime story.C. The girl in the story couldn’t age.D. The author was curious about it.12. A. Eating with lots of people is common. B. There is something social and comforting.C. It’s a way to have someone to chat with.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.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. You helped others cut hair. B. You had your hair cut.C. Someone else did the cutting.D. You cut your hair yourself.15. A. Put off the light. B. Close the light.C. Turn off the light.D. Go off the light.16. A. Learning English can be tricky. B. Phrases are confusing for English learners.C. The meaning of “have my hair cut”.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. B. How hard to buy birthday gifts.C When to choose the birthday gifts. D. Where to buy birthday gifts.18. A. Say “I care for you” to Judy. B. Just give her $100.C. Give her a gift card.D. Try to buy a real gift Judy likes.19. A. $100. B.A real gift. C. A gift card. D. Perfume.20. A. The woman is a shop assistant. B. Judy is the man’s girlfriend.C. The man will give Judy $100.D. The two speakers agree with each other.II. Grammar and Vocabulary Section 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.SOS message on the sand saves missing sailorsMicronesia is an area of the western Pacific Ocean with more than 600 islands, ____1____ covers a huge area of ocean north of the large island of New Guinea.Recently, three Micronesian sailors set out to sail 42 km from one Micronesian island to another. Unfortunately, they got ____2____ (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 Pikelot, more than 100 km from their destination.Pikelot is just 450 meters long and 280 meters wide. The highest point on Pikelot is only four meters above the sea. No people live there, and there is no water. The little island ____3____ (cover) in trees and has sandy beaches.Three days after the three sailors set out on their voyage, they did not arrive at their destination, so ships and aircraft in the area began looking for the ____4____ (miss) men. But it was almost impossible to decide where ____5____ (look) because there are so many small islands and the ocean is so large. One of the ships was the Australian navy ship HMAS Canberra, which ____6____ (sail) from Australia to Hawaii and had a helicopter on board.During this time, the three sailors decided to write ____7____ message on the beach on their tiny island. They wrote a huge SOS in the sand. SOS is an international signal that people use____8____ they need help. Luckily, people on an American aircraft saw the SOS message in the sand and contacted the Canberra. A helicopter ____9____ 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 _____10_____ saved them. 【答案】1. which2. lost3. is covered4. missing5. to look6. was sailing7. a 8. when9. from 10. that这是一篇新闻报道。
上海市宝山区2020年高考教学质量检测(一模)英语试题及答案(word版)(4)
宝山区2020-2020学年第一学期教学质量监测高三年级英语学科试卷2020.1考生注意：1.考试时间120分钟，试卷满分140分。
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第I卷（共103分）Ⅰ. Listening ComprehensionSection 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. In a town. B. In the school. C. In a restaurant. D. In a supermarket.2. A. A mechanic. B. An electrician. C. A secretary. D. A surgeon.3. A. To the theatre. B. To the airport. C. To Boston. D. To the school.4. A. He can use her car. B. He can get his car fixed.C. He needs to get a license.D. He can rent a car.5. A. She does not feel thirsty at all. B. She needs to go back to get money.C. She can't get anything to drink now.D. They must hurry to a grocery store nearby.6. A. Mark made some trouble with Bobby. B. Bobby was a trouble-maker at school.C. Mr. Alien was Bobby's class teacher.D. Mark was Bobby's elder brother.7. A. Take the GRE test again in 8 weeks. B. Call to check his scores.C. Be patient and wait.D. Inquire when the test scores are released.8. A. She finds the presentation hard to follow.B. She considers the presentation very dull.C. She thinks Professor White has chosen an interesting topic.D. She speaks highly of the presentation.9. A. The man will be punished for his lateness.B. Professor Smith is always on time.C. The woman thinks that the man is playing a joke on her.D. The woman suggests the man give a watch to Professor Smith.10. A. We received John's letter at six.B. John will arrive by train.C. The woman will meet John at the airport.D. John is expected to be here by plane.Section B PassagesDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages, and you will be asked three questions on each of the passages. The passages 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. A teacher at a school. B. The headmaster of a school.C. A newspaper editor.D. A government official.12. A. To change their way of teaching. B. To stop kids from being late.C. To assign more homework.D. To get through their exams.13. A. Organize discussions. B. Say they are happy at school.C. Talk about traffic problems.D. Argue with their parents.Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. Philosophy. B. Economics. C. Marketing. D. Finance.15. A. A bachelor's degree. B. A TOFEL score.C. A GMAT score.D. A working experience.16. A. Students from all over the world would like to study business in America.B. Foreign students won't be offered equal chances to be employed even if they have an MBA.C. Attending classes for an MBA will take more than two years.D. A major qualification for a foreign student to study MBA is a good command of English. Section C Longer ConversationsDirections: In Section C, you will hear two longer conversations. The conversations will be read twice. After you hear each conversation, you are required to fill in the numbered blanks with the information you have heard. Write your answers on your answer sheet.Blanks 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.Blanks 21 through 24 are based on the following conversation.II. Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections: After reading the passages below, fill in the blanks to make the passages 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.( A )When thinking of boutiques(精品店), we often imagine jewelry and clothing shops that women frequent. But are there boutiques for men? Yes! Nestled (坐落于) in the Hualong Mountain area of Hsinchu County lies a men's boutique. That is (25) _____ Kevin Lo, sales manager at Musclecar GT, describes this company (26) _____ reproduces high-quality parts for classic cars. The average customers are 40-to 65-year-old men from around the world.Finding spare parts is (27) _____ (big) problem for collectors of classic cars. But this company can help collectors overcome this challenge because they deal with cars built from 1932 to 1974.Using reverse engineering, Musclecar GT builds a copy of each car. When making a car, they ask that the original car be shipped to them (28) ____ (check) and repaired. Afterward, they do a 3-D scan of the car to find missed flaws. Molds(模具) of the parts (29) _____ (develop), and necessary machinery for the production line is made. The edges of the machines are hand scanned so no faults will occur on the final product.Skilled workers are needed for the entire production process. Knowing that only older workers had the needed skills, owner Lo Hsiuhsien then (30) _____ (encourage) them to teach young people what they knew. These young employees, who are enthusiastic about cars, know that quality comes first.People can order furniture or decorations for their restaurants to give them a 1950s diner feeling. They can also have couches or tables in their houses made from classic car parts. Those interested in getting a feel for (31) _____ this is like can easily find it at Lo Sir Classic Car Manor near Bei Pu. Visitors can stop by (32) _____ a cup of coffee or lunch and view some of the classic cars.( B )The most common mistakes (33) _____ (lead) to a bad back are poor body mechanics and unhealthy habits. How you move objects, your posture, not stretching before exercising and the wrong kind of shoes all contribute to one of the most common medical problems today. Back pain affects eight out of 10 people in their lifetime, according to the National Institutes of Health.Dr. Douglas Won, founder and director of Minimally Invasive SpineCARE and Star Medical Center in Plano, Texas, offers some tips to improve back health:First, maintain proper body mechanics:● Stretch (34) _____ exercising or doing any tough activity. Push heavy objects across the floorinstead of pulling or lifting them.● (35) _____ lifting is necessary, lift with your knees, not your back.● Avoid sudden movements and "twisting" motions when carrying objects--even a bag ofgroceries can do serious harm when (36) _____ (handle) improperly.● Maintain good posture as often as possible. When standing, your weight (37) _____ bebalanced smoothly and regularly on both feet to avoid injuring your muscles and joints.● Wear proper shoes. High-heeled shoes are common criminals, but even tennis shoes can be(38) _____ problem if they don't provide you with proper support.Next, adopt healthy habits:● Exercise regularly: The best programs for back health include basic (39) _____ (strengthen)and cardiovascular (心血管的) exercises.● Reduce stress: When stressed, the body tightens (40) _____ muscles. This can result inspasms(痉挛), "muscle twists" and stressed nerves that are painful and can lead to more serious problems.Section BDirections: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.When young people begin to live independently, home-hunting can involve some stress. But they would do well to remember that a new __41__ is available --micro-homes.Called "tiny houses," these houses have all living necessities in a small __42__, including kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. Generally under 50 square meters, most tiny houses accommodate just one or two people though some claim the space for more. What's lost in size is not lost in design as these homes are often quite unique and modern in design.Besides an attractive appearance, tiny houses can also boast __43__ practical features. Making the best of urban space, the 72-to 122-centimeter-wide Keret House in Warsaw, the world's narrowest home, filled in a corridor. The prototype(原型) home Ecocapsule uses solarpower, wind power and rainwater collection to enable its owner to live __44__ anywhere. A system of rails allows the DALE micro-home to adjust room size and number as well as adding the option of an open or __45__ courtyard.Visually __46__ as micro-homes are, there are a few drawbacks to consider before getting comfortable on a mini-couch. Moving into a tiny house requires the __47__ of most non-essentials, no matter the emotional connection to them. Guests will also mostly be out of the question as the __48__ space may even cause an unaccompanied individual to experience some cabin fever. And finally, a micro-home is likely a(n) __49__ living option for most people since they will probably start families and acquire more possessions.Though the limitations will scare some, there is usually a benefit. A small size results in a small price tag and small bills, making tiny houses easier to save up for and budget. And though you won't have much stuff around the house, this can provide the comfort of simple living and maintenance. Micro-homes are also practically mobile and boast eco-friendliness that can't be __50__ by other homes. They probably aren't for everyone or forever, but when it comes to your next (or first) home, they could be just what you need.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.Let's face it: while we go to the office to work, no one is expected to keep their head down the entire time they're there. Yet companies expect __51__ out of their employees: that's why they're paying you to be there. No talking or socializing at all is one __52__, while the other is being able to talk to whomever you want, whenever you want, about whatever you want, even if you never quite manage to make it to your desk until 11:00 a.m. Both examples are __53__ unrealistic. So first we have the entire gray area in between those two, and that's just during office time.The phrase "people-oriented" is generally used to __54__ something that vaguely represents a company where everyone is pleasant and happy. It's fun to work there, everyone likes his or her job and each employee is __55__ well and fairly. Know any companies like that? People-oriented is a traditional and unclear phrase that needs __56__ to make sure your definition is the same as the company's and that you can spot a __57__ if there is one.So what do you mean by people-oriented? Do you want a company that promotes from within and doesn't __58__ gathering at the water cooler? A company where management makes a practice of being __59__? A place where customers are of great __60__ both in philosophy and actuality, or one that is involved in its community and requires each __61__ to join or participate in a specific event once or twice each year? When you look closer at what this phrase means to you, you'll discover that some aspects are more important to you than others. Knowing what you mean by this phrase gives you the power to discover if the company's __62__ is the same as yours.Why bother leaving a message that may not be __63__ for days when you can reach someone instantly with a text or instant message? That seems to be increasingly dominant viewpoint, anyway. When texting and instant messaging for __64__ needs, keep in mind some tips from workplace and career experts.Marla Harr, a business etiquette consultant and trainer, says that when relying on texting and messaging for work, you should __65__ that the person you want to send a text message wants to receive and communicate in that way.51. A. efficiency B. enthusiasm C. qualification D. contribution52. A. phenomenon B. issue C. extreme D. disadvantage53. A. illegally B. subjectively C. regularly D. equally54. A. exchange B. convey C. provide D. promote55. A. trained B. honored C. complimented D. treated56. A. defining B. restricting C. analyzing D. summarizing57. A. feature B. difference C. distance D. principle58. A. concern about B. look into C. disapprove of D. charge with59. A. attractive B. accessible C. aggressive D. accurate60. A. importance B. benefit C. emphasis D. conscience61. A. employer B. employee C. customer D. participant62. A. regulation B. explanation C. definition D. opinion63. A. launched B. released C. revised D. checked64. A. business B. privacy C. public D. secret65. A. recall B. ensure C. inform D. remind Section 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)Located in northern Manitoba on the west side of Hudson Bay, Churchill is out in the middle of nowhere. But polar bears like it that way. They spend summers on the tundra (苔原) around Churchill. In the fall, they wait anxiously along the shore of Hudson Bay for the ice to form. Then they go out onto the frozen sea to hunt ringed seals -- their favorite food. October and November are the best polar-bear viewing times. From tundra vehicles, visitors to Churchill observe the bears. Some enjoy day trips or stay overnight on large tundra vehicles that have private cabins and eating facilities. Others stay at a wilderness lodge on the bears' migration route to view the vigorous creatures. These lodges can be reached only by air and feature luxury food and living arrangements.Despite the large number of polar bears that visit Churchill each year, there is growingconcern about the animals' future. Because the earth is getting warmer, the ice forms later in the year now and disappears sooner in the spring. As a result, polar bears have less time to hunt for seals. Polar bears can also find smaller animals, bird eggs and berries on land, but this kind of food is not sufficient to support the animals.Polar bears are also affected by plastic and chemicals that get into the ocean. A research project carried out in northern Europe has found high concentrations of both plastic and chemicals in the tissue of polar bears. These materials and substances can damage the animals' internal organs, especially when the animals are not yet mature. Many people are researching polar bear health. Their goal is to gather the information that is needed to help save these animals.66. What does this article imply about Churchill?A. It's located in a very remote area.B. It's attracting fewer tourists now.C. It's surrounded by smaller towns.D. It's dependent on the oil industry.67. What does this article explain about polar bears?A. The ways in which they threaten peopleB. The most important elements of their dietsC. The mating behavior that they exhibitD. The time of year when they give birth68. How is the polar bears' seal winter hunting season changing?A. It's starting earlier.B. It's becoming colder.C. It's finishing later.D. It's getting shorter.69. What can we learn about polar bears from this article?A. How they avoid traffic accidentsB. How they learn good habits from one anotherC. How they're endangered by pollutionD. How they find a hiding place during bad weather(B)When the end of the year rolls around, movie fans get excited.This year is no exception! Some of the year's best movies arecoming soon to a theater near you!The Peanuts Movie brings Charlie Brown, Snoopy and all theirfriends to the big screen. Snoopy is after his opponent, The RedBaron, and Charlie Brown has his own mission to complete.The Good Dinosaur takes place in aworld where dinosaurs did not become extinct. A dinosaur namedArlo makes a human friend. Together they travel through a darkand mysterious area, where Arlo must face his fears.James Bond fans are eager to see007 in his latest film, Spectre. Acurious message from his past leads Bond to a sinisterorganization. He must discover the truth behind it and shut it down.Alvin and the Chipmunks return inAlvin and the Chipmunks:The RoadChip. They misunderstand what their good friend Dave is up to.They think he is going to propose to his girlfriend in New YorkCity and dump them. They have just three days to stop him!Almost 40 years ago, the boxing filmRocky captured people's imaginations. Now in Creed, RockyBalboa becomes trainer to the son to his late friend Apollo Creed.Don't miss the adventure, action and laughs at your local movietheater!70. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A. Movie fans won't get excited this year.B. Snoopy has two enemies, The Red Baron and Charlie Brown.C. Arlo is afraid of his human friend.D. James Bond is faced with a dangerous situation in the new film.71. Why do Alvin and the Chipmunks stop Dave from what he is doing?A. Because they are afraid Dave will leave them once he gets married.B. Because Dave gives his girlfriend proposal in New York.C. Because Alvin and the Chipmunks return.D. Because Dave misunderstands them and will probably attack them.72. What can we infer from the passage?A. In Creed, Rocky's friend Apollo Creed is one of the leading characters.B. People showed great interest in the boxing film Rocky 40 years ago.C. Rocky Balboa is the trainer to his friend's son in Creed.D. Rocky is a boxing film while Creed is not.73. How many kinds of film can you choose to see according to the passage?A. 7.B. 5.C. 3.D. 4.(C)You know the feelings of operating on autopilot, running from one meeting to the next--or skipping from one email distraction to another.Before you know it, the month has passed, the season has changed and you're left scratching your head, wondering how to bring meaning back to your career and life.Kory Kogon, FranklinCovey productivity expert and co-author of The 5 Choices to Extraordinary Productivity, says the problem is widespread. In fact, an international six-year study by FranklinCovey found that 40 percent of respondents indicated they spent 40 percent of their time on things that were "not important" to them or to their companies.Based on the timeless principles of human productivity and backed by the latest neuroscience (神经系统科学) research, Kogon's co-authored book aims to help people increase productivity at work and in their personal lives by making wise choices on a daily basis."Our attention is under attack, and people feel overburdened like never before," Kogon says.Kogon says the condition is that people live with the effects of a productivity paradox (悖论). Technology has left individuals feeling overburdened with the number of decisions they must make during the day, the number of tasks that require their attention and the drain of their personal energy.Adam Merril, another co-author of The 5 Choices, says that the book research made him much more aware of how these challenges make harmful impact on individuals."You can see the cost of this on our daily lives, on our relationships that have not been cultivated and on our goals that have not been met," Merril says. People waste time, attention and energy on things that don't drive the most important results.Before jumping into the specific choices, it's important to note that the book builds on the FranklinCovey principles of time management, specifically the idea of fitting activities into quadrants (象限) based on what's urgent, not urgent, important and not important.Quadrant 2, the home of activities that are important but not urgent, is seen as the place of extraordinary productivity. Kogon says it's in this quadrant that you can focus on doing proactive (积极主动的) work, achieving high-impact goals, creative thinking, planning, relationship building and learning."Unlike the other quadrants, where things come at you, you have to consciously choose to be in quadrant 2," she notes.But to get there, you must learn to rewire your brain, which has become accustomed to responding to the urgent and feeling that dopamine (多巴胺) high. Kogon says that the latest brain science shows that individuals can overcome "urgency addiction" by taking time to pause and consider what's actually important.The strategy, which the authors call "pause-clarify-decide", puts emphasis on the difference between the "reactive brain" and the "thinking brain".When you can pause long enough to ask yourself if something is important, you can clarify and decide what will give you the best return on every moment of your day.74. The expression "scratch your head" in the second paragraph refers to _____.A. seize your head firmlyB. strike your head violentlyC. think hard about somethingD. recall something in the past75. According to the passage, what is the book The 5 Choices based on?A. The theory of Extraordinary Productivity.B. The latest science research.C. The effects of a productivity paradox.D. Principles of time management.76. The best title for the passage is _____.A. Make Time for What MattersB. The Functions of The 5 ChoicesC. Four Quadrants of Time ManagementD. The Aspects to Affect Productivity77. What can be inferred from the passage?A. Except things in quadrant 2, other things need to be done immediately.B. It should be importance not urgency that guides your workflow.C. A good way to overcome urgency addition is to take your time.D. The strategy, pause-clarify-decide focuses on reactive brain.Section CDirections: Read the passage carefully. Then answer the questions or complete the statements in the fewest possible words.After 10 years in the spotlight, country-music star Carrie Underwood is still enjoying herself, still growing and still staying true to who she is. But these personal accomplishments are not easy, even when you're living a dream come true.Growing up in small-town Oklahoma, Underwood currently lives a life that is many miles removed from her childhood, literally and figuratively (象征性地). She grew up comfortably on a cattle farm, but her interest in performing was clear from the beginning as she sang in church andtalent shows. Proving to be a more than competent singer, she was offered a record deal at 14, though it fell through.Underwood's proper music career began with her audition on the TV singing competition American Idol at age 21 in 2005. After impressing the judges, Underwood competed in Hollywood. Show producer Simon Cowell made a prediction: "Not only will you win this show, you will sell more records than any other previous Idol winner." Indeed, Underwood did win that year's competition and has managed to outsell even Idol winner Kelly Clarkson.After winning American Idol, Underwood debuted (首发) the album Some Hearts, which was a great success, now seven times platinum(白金). She has released four other albums, most recently Greatest Hits: Decade #1, implying she's far from finished, though she's not interested in stepping on familiar ground. "I don’t want to make the same album over and over again... Then I've gotta decide which version am I gonna be tonight – country Carrie or Pop Carrie? I'd rather just make country music that anybody can get into no matter what they listen to."As Underwood continues to grow her fan base (Australia and the U.K. have become significant followers), she knows her situation is rare. "...If I hadn't made my place in country music via American Idol, I probably could have tried to make it for the rest of my life and never made any progress," she says. Country singer Brad Paisley has also heard her express that she feels she is a star for no reason, that others are annoyed about her smooth success. "I told her she was one of the greatest gifts we have been given in Nashville," says Paisley.78. According to the passage, Underwood's present life and her childhood are _______________.79. How do you find Underwood's first record deal?80. What does Simon Cowell's prediction mean?81. Underwood named her latest album Decade #1 because ______________.(Note: Answer the questions or complete the statements in NO MORE THAN TEN WORDS)第II卷（共47分）I. TranslationDirections: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.82. 只有自己愿意投身其中你才能做好你正在做的事情。