2019-2020学年西安市第五十中学高三英语下学期期中试题及参考答案

2019-2020学年西安市第五十中学高三英语下学期期中试题及参考答
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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
A
Lost cities that have been found
The White City
In 2015, a team of explorers to Honduras in search of"the Lost City of the Monke God"led to the discovery of the White City. They found the ruins in the Mosquitia region of the Central American country which is known for poisonous snakes, vicious jaguars and deadly insects. It is believed that local people hid here when the Spanish conquerors(征服者) occupied their homeland in the16th century.
Canopus and Heracleion
Modern researchers were teased by the ancient writings about the Egyptian cities Canopus and Heracleion-where Queen Cleopatra often visited. But the cities weren’t found until 1992, when a search in Alexandria waters found that the two cities had been flooded for centuries. Artifacts(史前器物) showedthat the cities once highly developed as a trade network, which helped researchers piece together more about the last queen of Egypt. Machu Picchu
A Yale professor discovered "the Lost City in the Clouds"in 1911. A combination of palaces, plazas, temples and homes, Machu Picchu displays the Inca Empire at the height of its rule. The city, which was abandoned in the 16th century for unknown reasons,was hidden by the local people from the Spanish conquerors for centuries keeping it so well preserved.
Troy
The ancient city of Troy in homer's The Iliad was considered a fictional setting for his characters to run wild. But in 1871, explorations in northwestern Turkey exposed nine ancient cities layered (层叠) on top of each other, the earliest dating back to about5,000 years before. It was later determined that the sixth or seventh layer contained the lost city of Troy and that it was actually destroyed by an earthquake, not a wooden horse.
1.Why did people hide in the White City in the 16th century?
A.To survive the war
B.To search for a lost city.
C.To protect their country.
D.To avoid dangerous animals
2.Which of the following was related to a royal family member?
A.The White City
B.Canopus and Heracleion
C.Machu Picchu
D.Troy
3.What can we learn about Troy?
A.It was built by Homer.
B.It consisted of nine cities
C.It had a history of 5,000 years
D.It was ruined by a natural disaster.
B
Nostalgia (怀旧) has become increasingly common in our current climate of accelerated, unexpected change. More and more Americans are turning back with longing towhat feels like simpler, sweeter times. They collect cassette tapes, manual typewriters even decades-old video games.
Is it a mistake to get too obsessed with the past? Some psychologists warn that too much devotion to the so-called good old days is an escape from reality; it can indicate loneliness or that a person is having a difficult time coping in the present. Psychologist Stephanie Coontz argues that nostalgia distracts us from addressing the problems of modern life and contribute to anxiety, depression , insomnia etc.
But new studies suggest that a modest dose of nostalgia is not only harmless, but actually beneficial. They suggest it helps strengthen our sense of identity and makes us feel more optimistic and inspired. It is also a tool for self — discovery and memories are a psychological immune response that is triggered when you want to take a break from negativity. Interestingly, those happy memories can be particularly beneficial both to kids in their teens and to society's elders. Recalling our childhood reminds us of “the times when we were accepted and loved unconditionally," says Krystine Batcho, a psychologist. "That is such a powerfully comforting phenomenon, knowing that there was a time in life when we didn't have to earn our love." Nostalgia can transform even the most ordinary past into legends which warms the heart and the body. Let's not forget that nostalgia has been a source of inspiration to innumerable American writers. Mark Twain recalled his boyhood, writing, "after all these years, I can picture that old time to myself now, just as it was then：The white town drowsing in the sunshine of a
summer's morning."
So go ahead, daydream a little about your best childhood friend, your first car, a long - gone family pct. As Dr. Sedikidessays，"Nostalgia is ly central to human experience. "But at the same time, keep these words of wisdom from the great inventor Charles Kettering in mind as well："You can't have a better tomorrow if you are thinking about yesterday all the time. "
34. What did some psychologists in paragraph 2 probably agree?
A. Nostalgia will cause some mental problems.
B. Nostalgia makes us devoted to the good old days.
C. Nostalgia shows you are trying to get rid of loneliness.
D. Nostalgia helps us cope with the difficult time we are going through.
5. There are many benefits of nostalgia except ________
A. It can enable us to know ourselves better.
B. It can bring us some comfort when we recall.
C. We are likely to gain attention if we recall the happy childhood.
D. We can sometimes break away from negativity with happy memories.
6. What will be talked about in the following paragraph?
A. The bad influence of too much devotion to nostalgia.
B. The reasons why we should avoid nostalgia.
C. The bad memories that always stick around you.
D. The great changes nostalgia will bring to you.
7. What's the best title of the passage?
A. We all have a soft spot for nostalgia.
B. Nostalgia is actually good for you.
C. Don't be carried away by nostalgia.
D. There are many times when we like to recall.
C
In the natural habitat, a binge-watcher is a strange sub-species of modern human beings. They are alone and are often found lying on their bed or sofa, still as a rock, looking searchingly into their laptop or at the TV. They rarely get up, only taking occasional breaks for those urgent calls of nature. Unlike so many others of their species, they don’t sleep at the end of every day. They stay up late and are often found to have red eyes.
This, of course, is a little bit exaggerated, but for many of us, binge-watching a show is how we consume our entertainment. With streaming services bringing seemingly endless content to the tips of our finger, creatorstailortheir shows to our needs and tastes, while their marketing team sells it to us as the next most bingeable show. I can’t help but wonder if this way of consuming television does us any good.
We’re advised to get 7 to 8 hours of sleep per day, but staying up all night to finish shows like ‘Breaking Bad’ and ‘The Fall’, which Netflix says are binged the fastest, won’t result in 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep. Netflix’s CEO Richard Hastings told analysts at a conference, “Think about it… when you watch a show from Netflix and you get addicted to it, you stay up late at night. We’re competing with sleep.” And it isn’t only the amount of sleep we get; the quality matters too! A study published in the Journal for Clinical Sleep Medicine reported that those who binged television more often were found to have poorer sleep quality. The mental arousal we get from watching TV doesn’t lend itself to peaceful sleep.
Besides, binging TV can cause weight gain. For every extra hour of TV watched, there was a 2% increase in the prevalence of obesity, according to a study conducted by Harvard that linked TV watching to obesity in children and adolescents.
While it is true that there’s growing evidence that binging isn’t good for us, the results aren’t all hopeless. Binging, occasionally, might have some benefits. For many people, binging is a good way to socialize. It gives people something to talk about at parties and with their friends. Fans of popular shows often hold viewing parties where people can binge-watch shows together and then discuss what they just experienced! This interaction can create a sense of community for many.
For others, binging might just be relaxing. After a long day, a few hours of Friends—still one of the most popular shows on any streaming platform—can ease the stress of a long day. A study followed 240 people through their binging and recorded their stress hormones. They noted for some people that their stress hormone levels decreased during their binging experience.
With binging, there is not a “good” or “bad” answer. Like many things, the key is moderation. Watching TV can be relaxing, but only if it doesn’t stop you from exercising, taking care of your health, and fulfilling your social responsibilities.
8. What does the underlined word “tailor” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?
A. Study.
B. Sell.
C. Adjust.
D. Promote.
9. What can we learn from the passage?
A. The amount of sleep matters more than the quality.
B. There’s no real harm in binge-watching a TV series.
C. Binging may help keep stress hormone levels stable.
D. Binge-watching may help increase social connections.
10. What is the author’s attitude towards binge-watching?
A. Supportive.
B. Unconcerned.
C. Objective
D. Doubtful.
11. Which of the following would be the best title for the passage?
A. Who Is to Blame for Binge-Watching?
B. Is Binge-Watching Good or Bad for You?
C. Is Binge-Watching Getting out of Control?
D. HowDoes Binge-Watching Affect Your Life?
D
William had worked hard to pass the exams to enter high school. When the term began, however, his father told him that there was no money to pay for his school fees because of the summer drought. Still, William wanted to learn.
He made the village library his school. One day, he found a book calledUsing Energy. On the book’s cover was a picture of windmills, tall steel towers with blades (叶片) spinning like giant fans. He learned that wind—something of which his hometown had plenty—could produce electricity.
He couldn’t help picturing his own windmill in mind, but collecting the parts and tools he needed would take months. In a junkyard, he dug through piles of used metal, old cars, and worn-out tractors, searching for anything that might help him construct his machine. He made four-foot-long blades from plastic pipe, which he melted over a fire, flattened out, and hardened with bamboo poles.
Earning some money, he paid a blacksmith to attach the piston (活塞) to the pedal sprocket (踏板链轮) of an old bicycle frame. This would be the axle (轮轴) of the windmill. When the wind blew, the spinning blades would turn the bicycle wheel and spin a small dynamo (发电机), donated by his friend.
When he had collected all the parts, William began putting them together. He fixed the blades to the tractor fan he found, using washers (垫圈) he’d made from bottle caps. Next he pushed the fan onto the piston joint to the bicycle frame. With the help of his two best friends, Williambuilt a 16-foot-tall tower from trunks of trees and lifted the ninety-pound windmill to the top.
The big moments eventually came. He climbed up the tower and connected two wires that held a small bulb. As the wind whipped around him, the blades began to turn, slowly at first, then faster and faster. The light bulb flickered (闪烁), then flashed to life. The crowd cheered from below. “Wachitabwina (well done)!”
William’s machine now powered his house. And the story of the boy who’d built a power-generating windmill to rescue his family from the drought spread across the Internet.
12. After readingUsing Energy, what did William decide to do?
A. Make use of wind.
B. Enter a high school.
C. Build a village library.
D. Learn to survive a drought.
13. According to Para.3, which of the following word can best describe William?
A. Humorous.
B. Determined.
C. Cooperative.
D. Friendly.
14. What can you learn about William’s machine?
A. It was built by villagers.
B. It worked at the first attempt.
C. It took him years to complete it.
D. It was made from metal materials.
15. What is the besttitle for the passage?
A. Winds Of Hope
B. Ideas Worth Spreading
C. Learning from Experience
D. Windmills for Villages
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。

选项中有两项为多余选项Have you ever left a place knowing you have “visited” all the attractions in the guidebooks ,but feeling like you know no more about it than before you visited it? One way to make your travels more memorable is to seek out local food, people and activities.____16____Here are some detailed ways to experience local culture during traveling.
Taste local food.
When we travel to a new environment, our senses are excited by the sounds, smells and tastes. Food is no longer just a necessity to maintain life — it's a tale and even a custom.____17____Try local food instead, and you may encounter food that you will never forget.
Stay with locals.
____18____However, compared to that, a local's home is where you'll find everyday displays of deep local culture and values, as well as meaningful connections with people who are just like us. For most of us, what we remember most about our travels probably are the conversations with strangers and, sometimes, newfound friends.
Go on cultural tours.
There's no better way to learn about a place than from locals. Some cities have free tours where local guides will take you on a tour of a city while sharing fascinating facts.____19____That's because extra reward will get the tour guide to give you extra service.
Context Travel, which is a small-group cultural tour led by scholars, is also a great choice.
____20____.
The best way to explore a destination is on foot. The second-best way is by public transportation. When you go slow and let yourself wander,it's no longer a task to get from Point A to Point B — all the sights around you will become an unforgettable ink drawing in your mind.
A. Draw it in your mind.
B. A hotel may be comfortable.
C. All you have to do is tip them.
D. Walk or take public transportation.
E. They welcome you into their homes.
F. By doing so, you'll learn more about a place.
G. So stop going to the fast food chains you're familiar with.
第二部分语言运用（共两节，满分45分）
第一节（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项Every Saturday night my family and I go out and feed the homeless people in the city ofOrlando. There are hundreds of people across the city without any___21___or shelter. We have been doing this for several months. We wanted to see what it was like in the___22___of a homeless person .
One special thing I like to___23___is, my family and I do not eat before we begin our___24___so we know how it feels to be___25___All of the areas we go to are very___26___, such as Parramore,Gore Streetand downtownOrlando. We all get together in the___27___and prepare the food. Some of the meals are sandwiches and cookies and a bottle of water. Sometimes my mom___28___a steaming hot delicious meal. We then___29___them all up to feed 30 or more people. I like to write special____30____on the bag like , “God loves
you”.
Before my family and I get into the car , we ask God for protection in a family prayer. A lot of people____31____homeless people. Not all homeless people are drug addicts or____32____people. Some are____33____nice. Some of them just had bad things that____34____to them.
At first, we had to earn their trust, because a lot of people are____35____to them for no good reason. But now that they see us every week they____36____us. We even know some of their names. We all have to remember that these are people that have____37____
Some of them shake our hands for giving them food. Some of them do really funny dances because they are happy.
After we finished feeding the homeless, it makes me____38____what I have at home. Sometimes it makes me sad, and makes my mom____39____. I love feeding the homeless, and making a(n)____40____in someone’s life.
21. A. power B. strength C. experience D. food
22. A. belief B. plan C. life D. dream
23. A. mention B. charge C. expect D. gain
24. A. collection B. journey C. holiday D. investigation
25. A. curious B. separate C. tense D. hungry
26. A. dangerous B. tidy C. busy D. peaceful
27. A. birthday B. kitchen C. field D. restaurant
28. A. eats B. buys C. prepares D. serves
29. A. break B. give C. use D. bag
30. A. notes B. poems C. novels D. articles
31. A. arrest B. misunderstand C. save D. adopt
32. A. patient B. active C. bad D. careless
33. A. finally B. luckily C. barely D. really
34. A. happened B. owed C. led D. added
35. A. interesting B. mean C. familiar D. unusual
36. A. trust B. respect C. forgive D. relax
37. A. tasks B. goals C. feelings D. methods
38. A. accept B. require C. spend D. appreciate
39. A. fight B. cry C. complain D. argue
40. A. experiment B. fortunate C. difference D. report
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式
I have recently returned from an extended 26-day trip to China. I made two____41.____(early) trips to China in 2012. On my previous visits my travel____42.____(limit) to the three major cities of Beijing, Shanghai and Chongqing. This time I, together with my family, was able____43.____(visit) some of the more remote cities and holiday destinations____44.____(miss) on the previous trips and revisit Beijing and Shanghai to observe the great changes there in just four short years.
The many contradictions and____45.____(struggle) within China today are very impressive. No one can ignore the rich culture dating back to ancient times changing into the modern age at a speed and scale____46.____has never been witnessed.____47.____happens in China, the third largest country in the world with 20 percent of the world’s population, will____48.____(definite) shape the immediate and distant futures of____49.____(we) all.
On this blog I will be posting a travel journal_____50._____photographs and drawings. Marked on the map are the cities and villages I visited while in China.
第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节短文改错（满分10分）
51.假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。

文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。

每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。

增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。

删除：把多余的词用斜线（﹨）划掉。

修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。

注意：
每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。

My high school life will over, but the coming-of-age ceremony still stays in my mind.
That day we came to school early than usual and gathered in the front of the teaching building. We first went through a red gate made of balloons, that indicated we had become adult. Our parents were invited to be present and sat beside me. After the headmaster made a speech, we were required to exchanging our letters with our parents. As tears roll down our cheeks, we began to hug our parents tightly because we realized they loved us so
deep.
The activity reminded us that we were no longer children from then on. We should study even harder to bring about our best qualities.
第二节书面表达（满分25分）
52.假设你是李明,你遗失了美国好友Tom借给你的一本书,请根据以下提示给他写一封电子邮件表示道歉。

包括以下内容:
1.表示歉意;
2.说明原因;
3.提出补救措施
注意:
1.词数80词左右;
2.可适当加入细节,使内容充实、行文连贯;
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参考答案
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21. D 22. C 23. A 24. B 25. D 26. A 27. B 28. C 29. D 30. A 31. B 32.
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52.略。