2020-2021学年淮北市二中高三英语二模试题及答案

2020-2021学年淮北市二中高三英语二模试题及答案
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
A
Silicon Valley Volunteers
Do you want to give back to your community while making new friends? Silicon Valley Volunteers is an organization that includes both wishes. The organization is designed to help people find opportunities to volunteer in theirlocal community while meeting others with similar interests. Silicon Valley Volunteers focuses on providing opportunities that fit into the busy schedules (日程安排) of professionals. Many opportunities listed on the site are in the evenings or weekends.
Please browse (浏览) the website to learn more about the organization. In addition to volunteer opportunities, there are other opportunities for becoming a leader as well. For any questions about the group, ***************************.
Discussion about the group
Courtney H: Hey everyone. I’m new to this group and would love to start meeting up with you guys. I’m a little unclear on how this group works. When you guys go ahead and have an event can someone message me the infomation? Thanks so much.
Former member: How about an online discussion for ways we can still volunteer. I just checked in here and thought there would be online activities!
Maria O: We need volunteers on Friday, November 8th for The Silicon Valley Philanthropy Day! Volunteers would act as greeters, check-in registrars, and ushers (接待员). The event is from 11 am to 1:30 pm on Nov. 8th @ **********************************************************************************.Firstcome,first serve!
1.What is one of the purposes of the organization?
A.To help find job opportunities.
B.To help make new friends.
C.To help develop a new hobby.
D.To help experience the joy of sharing.
2.Where can you learn more about the organization?
A.In the magazine.
B.In the newspaper.
C.On the Internet.
D.On TV.
3.What kind of volunteers are needed from Maria O?
A.Baby-sitters.
B.Translators.
C.Teachers.
D.Greeters.
B
Contrary to the long-held belief that plants in the natural world are always in competition, new research has found that in severe environments adult plants help smaller ones and grow well as a result.
The research, led by Dr Rocio, studied adult and seedling (幼苗)plants in the ecological desert in the south-east of Spain. Dr Rocio said, “If you're a seedling in a poor land — the top of a mountain or a sand hill, for example-and you’re lucky enough to end up underneath a big plant, your chances of survival are certainly better than if you landed somewhere on your own. What we have found, which was surprising, is an established large plant, called a ‘nurse’, protects a seedling; it also produces more flowers than the same plants of similar large size growing on their own.”
Other benefits of nurse-seedling partnerships include that more variety of plants growing together can have a positive effect on the environment. For example, vegetation areas with nurse plants with more flowers might be able to attract higher numbers of pollinators(传粉者)in an area, in turn supporting insect and soil life and even provide a greater range of different fruit types for birds and other animals.
“The biggest winner for this system of nursing a plant is biodiversity(生物多样性),” Dr Rocio said. “The more biodiversean area, the greater number of species of plants, insect life, mammals and birds, and the better the chances of long-term healthy functioning of the environment and ecosystems. ” This system is win-win for adult and seedling plants in unfavorable environments.
The research is of value to those who manage and protect plants in tough environments. Most home gardeners and farmers plan to ensure their soil and conditions are the best they can be for plant growth, but the findings might be of value to those who garden in bare places.
4. What is a common understanding of plants?
A. They can help each other.
B. They can survive ill conditions.
C. They compete with each other.
D. They grow well on their own.
5. What will happen to seedling plants if they grow under adult plants?
A. They will produce more flowers.
B. They will die owing to competition.
C. They will make adult plants larger.
D. They will get support from adult plants.
6. What is the effect of the nurse-seedling partnership?
A. It leads to unfavorable environments.
B. It produces long-term healthy chances.
C. It attracts higher and larger pollinators.
D It provides a more variety of plant types.
7. Who will benefit from the new research?
A. People studying organic farming.
B. People protecting plants on sand hills.
C. People wanting to change biodiversity.
D. People keeping more animals on the farm.
C
Zaki was small for his twelve years, and he was angry being treated as a child. Farid, his older brother, had been looked upon as a man long before he was Zaki’s age. Every day Farid and the other young Bahraini men went out in their wooden boats to dive for oysters (牡蛎). Many times Zaki begged to go along, but Faridalways refused to let him.
So every day Zaki would go to the shallow water to practice. His grandfather, a former diver, would watch him and advise him. All morning, Zaki would practice diving beneath the waves. Every afternoon, again and again he would go underwater and hold his breath. With each day’s practice, his diving improved and he could hold his breath a little while longer. Soon Zaki felt as much at home in the water as he did out of it.
Zaki rose early one day. He wanted to compete with his brother. They dived beneath the waves. Zaki opened his eyes and found himself looking into his brother’s face. Farid was smiling with confidence. Slowly, the smile was disappearing from Farid’s face. As more seconds passed, a worried look appeared on Farid’s face. Farid was realizing that Zaki could possibly beat him. Looking into Farid’s eyes, Zaki suddenly understood what losing could mean to his brother. Never would the villagers allow him to live it down. He would be laughed at by losing to a little child. Almost without thinking, Zaki kicked his feet and rose to the surface of the water a second before Farid’s head appeared beside him.
The men around them cheered and patted Farid on the back. Farid, however, put his arm around Zaki’s shoulders. “Today,” Farid announced, “we shall have a new diver among us.” Then quietly, for Zaki’s ears alone, he said “Thank you, my brother.” And Zaki knew that they both had learned that it takes more than strength to make
a man.
8. What is the second paragraph mainly about?
A. Zaki’s grandfather was a good diver.
B. Zaki liked staying at home every day.
C. Zaki practised hard in the water daily.
D. Zaki’s grandfather encouraged him to dive.
9. Which of the following best describes Zaki according to paragraph 3?
A. Considerate.
B. Ambitious.
C. Confident.
D. Adventurous.
10. What can we infer from the last sentence of the text?
A. Farid beat his little brother easily.
B. Zaki was as strong as his brother.
C. Zaki regretted losing the competition.
D. Both Farid and Zaki had grown up.
11. What is the best title for the text?
A. Farid’s Pride
B. Zaki’s Challenge
C. Brothers’ Competition
D. Grandfather’s Advice
D
When I was a child, I attained high grades in my academic study. However, I was physically uncoordinated because I was running too slowly. But for future college application, sport was a must. So I took up fencing (击剑) because I thought it required more strategy than athletic ability.
Then I joined the school’s fencing team. My movements were clumsy compared to the seniors. One afternoon after a whole lesson’s failure, tears of frustration welled up in my eyes. One of my teammates approached me, “Could you tell me where your blade (剑) hit me?” She asked. I pointed to her right shoulder. She nodded and patted my stomach, “That’s where I hit you.” She had begun to walk away when I blurted out, “Want to practice together? Again?”
We practiced until we both felt more confident. But it wasn’t just the two of us. All these girls were entirely willing to share their knowledge with everyone, helping each other to grow.
That afternoon, I watched a senior fencer execute a flawless attack admiringly. Something inside me suddenly bloomed. I realized later that it was love for both fencing and the fencing team.
During the city championship, I was selected to fence. My opponent was the best fencer on her school’s team. “Ready, fence.” The match began. Suddenly, my opponent’s blade hit me. The score was 1-0.
At the moment I could hear my teammates shouting, “Keep distance!” And the team captain’s voice was clear and commanding, “Parry, then disengage!”
Fencing, unlike academics, wasn’t something I could succeed in by myself—even during an individual match, my teammates were still giving me advice. Unathletic as I was, I was proud to be an athlete and a teammate.
I saw my blade tip bury itself into my opponent’s shoulder and the judge signaling that it was my point. I could taste the sweat on my lips, which were breaking out into a smile.
12. Why did the author start to learn fencing?
A. Because she needed to train her coordination.
B. Because she thought it would be easier for her.
C. Because she could not succeed in any other sport.
D. Because she wanted to enter the school fencing team.
13. How did the girls improve their fencing skills?
A. By observing flawless attacks.
B. By practicing on their own.
C. By offering guidance to each other.
D. By competing with other teams.
14. What distinguishes fencing from academics according to the author?
A. Strong determination.
B. Hard work.
C. Athletic strategy.
D. Team support.
15. How did the author feel when she got her point?
A. Unbeatable and respectful.
B. Sweaty and ashamed.
C. Energetic and secure.
D. Proud and thankful.
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It’s no wonder that quality sleep issometimes elusive(难以达到的）.While you might not be able to control the factors that interrupt your sleep, you can adopt habits that encourage better sleep.___16___ ___17___
Set aside no more than eight hours for sleep. The recommended amount of sleep for a healthy adult is at least seven hours. Most people don’t need more than eight hours in bed to achieve this goal.
Go to bed and get up at the same time every day. Try to limit the difference in your sleep schedule on weeknights and weekends to no more than one hour. Being consistent strengthens your body's sleep-wake cycle.
Pay attention to what you eat and drink.
Don’t go to bed hungry or stuffed. In particular, avoid heavy or large meals within a couple of hours of bedtime.___18___
Nicotine (尼古丁)，caffeine (咖啡因) and alcohol deserve caution，too. The effects of nicotine and caffeine take hours to wear off and can harm quality sleep. And even though alcohol might make you feel sleepy? it can disrupt sleep later in the night.
Create a restful environment.
Create a room that’s ideal for sleeping. Often, this means cool, dark and quiet.___19___Avoid prolonged use of light-emitting screens just before bedtime. Consider using room-darkening shades, earplugs, a fan or other devices to create an environment that suits your needs.
___20___But if you often have trouble sleeping, contact your doctor. Identifying and treating any potential causes can help you get the better sleep you deserve.
A. Your discomfort might keep you up.
B. Start with these simpletips.
C. Limit daytime naps.
D. Stick to a sleep schedule.
E. Nearly everyone has an occasional sleepless night.
F. Doing calming activities before bedtime might promote better sleep.
G. Exposure to light might make it more challenging to fall asleep.
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
The plan for the annual Christmas Dinner for Those Alone and Homeless started between two churchmembers who happened to share a plane ride back toSpringfield.
Springfieldphysician F. T. “Hogan” H’ Doubler Jr. told Gary Ellison he was___21___about those who he knew were___22___during the upcoming holidays. He wanted to help them.
He said, “If you don’t have___23___with you, the fact that everything, at Christmas is ‘family this and family that’ can be___24___Wouldn’t it be great___25___our church could have a big Christmas dinner-free of___26___?”
If they wanted the big dinner held in thechurch, admission of the preacher (牧师) was very necessary. Therefore, H’ Doubler asked Ellison if he could___27___the preacher to allow the dinner. H’ Doubler would put up a sizable___28___. “He imagined a nice event with no strings (附加条件) attached,” said Ellison.
With the physician___29___the main course, other church members offered side dishes and desserts.
After a few years, the church picked up the expenses. “The first____30____may have drawn 200 people,” Ellison said, “but some years it may draw close to 700.”
In order that the church can____31____for the right size crowd, people who want to____32____are asked to call an answering service and select the time they will come in advance. Ellison said church members would do their best to make everyone feel____33____. Over the years he’s enjoyed seeing strangers socialize.
H’ Doubler always smiled when he read or heard reports of the event’s____34____, his daughter Sarah Muegge said. “He was very____35____with the way it developed,” said Ellison. “It’s____36____the way H’ Doubler expected it: no strings attached. Just fun and good____37____,” said Ellison.
H’ Doubler preferred to keep secret his role in____38____the event, but he____39____recently at the age of 85. Ellison asked H’ Doubler’s daughter if it was OK to tell people that it was H’ Doubler’s____40____and money that started the tradition. And she said yes.
21. A. concerned B. confused C. curious D. doubtful
22. A. abnormal B. abroad C. alone D. asleep
23. A. family B. friends C. neighbors D. children
24. A. exciting B. obvious C. interesting D. painful
25. A. unless B. until C. though D. if
26. A. cost B. time C. charge D. game
27. A. force B. warn C. convince D. order
28. A. service B. building C. table D. donation
29. A. showing up B. paying for C. deposit D. lending to
30. A. tour B. dinner C. contest D. show
31. A. plan B. possess C. remind D. refuse
32. A. buy B. attend C. help D. watch
33. A. confident B. welcome C. ignored D. proud
34. A. problem B. challenge C. success D. chance
35. A. busy B. familiar C. patient D. pleased
36. A. only B. just C. even D. still
37. A. food B. scene C. story D. report
38. A. starting B. recording C. celebrating D. ending
39. A. left B. appeared C. died D. returned
40. A. turn B. visit C. excuse D. idea
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
At a time when we are all experiencing an extraordinary level of stress, science offers a simple and effective way to improve our own emotional（情感的）health.
To help yourself,____41.____（start）by helping others.
As____42.____matter of fact, our bodies and minds benefit in a variety of____43.____（way）when we help others. Some research has focused____44.____the “ helper's high. " Studies show that volunteering, donating money, or even just thinking about donating money can release（释放）feel-good brain chemicals.
____45.____（feel）responsible for other people also can help us deal with whatever challenges life brings. Emily Greenfield, an associate____46.____（consult）of social work at Rutgers
University, studied a concept called “felt obligation（义务），” which____47.____（measure）by asking people questions such as how obligated they would feel to give money to a friend in need, even____48.____it meant putting themselves in trouble.
As it turned out, the people who had higher levels of “felt obligation” - meaning they were the type of people to sacrifice for others - dealt____49.____（well）with their own life challenges than others.
She____50.____（note）that caring for others helped us to regulate our own emotions and gain a sense of control.
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.Dear Jack,
I’m pleasing to hear from you and know that you had a greatly time working part-time in a fast-food restaurant. Now I would like to share your working experiences with you during the past summer.
In the beginning of the summer vacation, I was hired as shopping guide in a big supermarket. I stood for ten hours a day and smiled to everyone I have met. Sometimes I was laughed at, and most of the time, I was praised for my wonderful works by many people.
Half a month passed quickly after I knew it, and I learned how to deal with different people.
Above all, I have learned that smile is the key to solve any problem.
Best wishes.
第二节书面表达（满分25分）
52.阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

One never knows what one is going to find when one steps out into the world. Even something as simple as a walk through your neighborhood can result in either mild excitement or unusual adventure if the cards are right.
On a sunny afternoon, Mike journeyed into the construction site near his home. Suddenly, he heard something coming from around the side of a nearby building. It sounded like the whining(悲嚎声)cries of an animal. He curiously turned the corner, only to see a small dog standing on its back legs and wagging its tail pitifully. He then noticed that the poor thing seemed to be stuck at the waist between a small concrete wall and an even smaller broken wooden fence.
The poor animal's difficult situation was pretty obvious and Mike knew that if he did nothing and left the dog there, it might not survive. He had no idea how long the animal had been there up until that point. It might not have eaten or drunk anything in days. Determined to help, he looked around to find a stick, proceeded to climb up onto the cement slab and pointed his stick back at the clog. He was trying to pry(撬动)above the animal by insert the stick between the cement wall and the smaller, broken wall, but the terrified animal obviously didn't know his intention and attempted to bite at the tool and barked at him fearfully. The fright in its eyes said everything.
After at least a minute or so of trying to free the dog, Mike found his plan much more difficult in practice than it had stayed inside his own head. The hot sun was beating down. Drops of sweat running down his face, Mike sat clown on the ground and scratched his head with annoyance, thinking about what in the world his next move was going to be. Beside him, the dog curled up into a ball, whining miserably.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Paragraph 1:
Then Mike went around to the other side of the wall and grabbed hold of the stick.
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Paragraph 2:
Eventually, with the few well-positioned pieces of wood, Mike managed to insert his stick in the right way.
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参考答案
1. B
2. C
3. D
4. C
5. D
6. D
7. B
8. C 9. A 10. D 11. B
12. B 13. C 14. D 15. D
16. B 17. D 18. A 19. G 20. E
21. A 22. C 23. A 24. D 25. D 26. C 27. C 28. D 29. B 30. B 31. A 32.
B 33. B 34.
C 35.
D 36. B 37. A 38. A 39. C 40. D
41. start
42. a 43. ways
44. on/ upon
45. Feeling
46. consultant
47. is measured
48. if/ though
49. better 50. noted
51.(1).pleasing→pleased
(2).greatly→great
(3).your→my
(4).In→At
(5).shopping前添加a
(6).去掉have
(7).and→but
(8).works→work
(9).after→before
(10).solve→solving
52.略。