2019-2020学年南安市国光中学高三英语上学期期末试卷及答案解析

2019-2020学年南安市国光中学高三英语上学期期末试卷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
A
When the sun shines brightly, it provides a great chance to get outdoor things done. Like making hay! At least, that is what farmers from the past would say. ―Make hay while the sun shines.This idiom is very old, dating back to Medieval times. Rain would often ruin the process of making hay. So, farmers had no choice but to make hay when the sun was shining.
Today, we all use this expression, not just farmers. When conditions are perfect to get something done, we can say, ―It’s a good idea to make hay while the sun shines.In other words, you are taking advantage of a good situation or of good conditions. You are making the most of your opportunities. These all mean ―making hay while the sun shines.
And sometimes we use this expression to mean we beat someone to the punch, or we got ahead of someone else. And other times you make hay while the sun shines to make good use of the chance to do something while it lasts. You are being opportunistic – taking advantage of a good opportunity. For example, my friend Ozzy was sick for a week and could not go to work. So, his co-worker Sarah -- who doesn’t like him -- took advantage of his illness and stole his project! Talk about making hay while the sun shines.
Sometimes when you make hay while the sun shines you are staying ahead of a problem – like in this example:
Hey, do you want to go hiking with me and my friends this weekend? The weather is going to be beautiful! I wish I could. But I have to finish my taxes. It’s the last weekend before they’re due.
Oh, that’s too bad.
Wait. What about your taxes?
My taxes are done. I was off from work a couple of weeks ago and made hay while the sun shined. I got all of it done!
I wish I would have taken advantage of my time off last week___1___All I did was lay around thehouse.
And that’s all the time we have for these Words and Their Stories. But join us again next week. You can listen while you’re making dinner or riding to work. Yeah, make hay while the sun shines.
1.Which of the following best matches ―make hay whilethe sun shines in paragraph 2?
A.Sow nothing, reap nothing.
B.Sharp tools make good work.
C.Strike while the iron is hot.
D.One swallow doesn’t make a summer.
2.According to the underlined sentence, what feeling does the speaker express?
A.Admirable
B.Regretful
C.Annoyed
D.Indifferent
3.Where is the passage probably taken from?
A.A radio program
B.A magazine
C.A brochure
D.A novel
B
The Chinese philosopher (哲学家) Confucius once said, “Time flows away like the water in the river.” This is especially true as the novel coronavirus pneumonia outbreak has affected millions of people in China, andthe whole nation has been working day and night to fight the epidemic.
In late January, when an increasing number of people in Wuhan were suspected to be infected, and hospitals didn't have adequate beds for them, two special hospitals—Lei shenshan Hospital and Huo shenshan Hospital were built. These two makeshift (临时的) hospitals were built to treat pneumonia patients infected with the novel coronavirus.HuoshenshanHospitalhas 1,000 beds and covers 33,900 square meters, andLeishenshanHospitalhas 1,500 beds and a total area of about 79,000 square meters. More than 4,000 workers worked 24/7 in two shifts, and nearly 1,000 large-scale pieces of equipment and transport vehicles helped the project on site. The two hospitals were built in an amazingly short time. It only took 10 days for people to build Huo shenshan, and 14 days for Lei shenshan.
This certainly wowed many people overseas. “It's incredible that two hospitals with 2,500 beds can be built in a short period. It's just hard to believe,” a foreigner named Stuart told People's Daily. In the meantime, Chinese companies have also taken actions quickly in this battle.
“The automobile industry is highly industrialized with strong capabilities in comprehensive manufacturing, purchasing materials, production lines and output of technologies,” Shi Jianhua, deputy secretary-general of China Association of Automobile Manufacturers, told CCTV News. “In this special time, when the nation needs more masks, it's time for us to quickly respond and shoulder the social responsibilities.”
Indeed, a fast response is crucial in any crisis. In this special time,Chinacan't afford to waste a second in the fight against the epidemic. After all, time equals life during this crisis.
4. Confucius' saying “Time flows away like the water in the river.” is mentioned to ______.
A. arouse readers' interest in the passage.
B. introduce the subject of the passage.
C. present the background information.
D. stress the value of time in epidemic.
5. What can we learn about Lei shenshan hospital and Huo shenshan hospital?
A. They are new hospitals for health care inWuhan.
B. They were built in minimal time.
C. Over 4,000 workers worked continuously.
D. Stuart found them too massive to believe.
6. We can infer from Shi Jianhua's words that the automobile industry inChina______.
A. had no medical supplies factories before.
B. guarantees whoever in need enough masks.
C. has capabilities to give timely response.
D. has strong abilities in manufacturing.
7. What does the passage mainly talk about?
A. China fights epidemic against the clock.
B. Twospecial hospitals were constructed.
C. Chinese firms acted quickly and effectively.
D. Time is crucial for people in overcoming crisis.
C
The idea of low material desire, low consumption and refusing to work, marry and have children, concluded as a “lying down” lifestyle, recentlystruck a chord withmany young Chinese who are eager to take pause to breathe in this fast-paced and highly-competitive society.
Many millennials (千禧一代) and generation Zs complained to the Global Times that burdens, including work stress, family disputes (纷争) and financial strains, have pushed them “against the wall”. They said they hate the “involution (内卷),” joking that they would rather give up some of what they have than get trapped in an endless competition against peers.
“Instead of always following the ‘virtues’ of struggle, endure and sacrifice to bear the stresses, they prefer a temporary lying down as catharsis (宣泄) and adjustment,” said a scholar. “It is no wonder that some young people, under the growing pressures from child-raising to paying the mortgage (按揭) today, would try to live in a simple way and leave the worries behind.”
Interestingly, the majority of millennials and Gen Zs reached by the Global Times, who claim to be big fans of
the lying down philosophy, acknowledged that they only accept a temporary lying down as a short rest. It is true that with the great improvement of living conditions, some Chinese youth have partially lost the spirit of hardship and are not willing to bear too much hard work. But in fact, lying down is not entirely comfortable. Young people who lie down always feel guilty about their constant loss of morale (士气) far beyond their reach.
“Young people on campus have both aspirations and confusion about their future, but most of us have rejected setting ourselves up in chains to waste opportunities and challenges,” a postgraduate student told the Global Times. “It’s no use running away. I have to ‘stand up’ and face the reality sooner or later.”
8. What does the underlined phrase in paragraph 1 mean?
A. Warned.
B. Criticized.
C. Touched.
D. Amused.
9. What might have caused the “lying down” lifestyle among the young?
A. Improvements in living conditions.
B. Growing pressure from family and social life.
C. Increasing material possessions from families.
D. Temporary adjustment to failure in competitions.
10. What’s the scholar’s attitude toward the “lying down” group?
A. Understanding.
B. Intolerant.
C.Supportive.
D. Unclear.
11. What can be inferred about the young generation from the text?
A. They never really drop their responsibilities.
B. They really enjoy the “lying down” lifestyle.
C. They find their dreams far beyond their reach.
D. They would rather escape than take challenges.
D
Mark Bertram lost the tips of two fingers at work in 2018 when his hand became trapped in a fan belt. “It’s life-changing but it’s not life-ending,”he says.
After two surgeries and occupational therapy, Bertram decided to ask Eric Catalano, a tattoo artist, to create fingernail tattoos. The idea made everyone in the studio laugh—until they saw the final result. “The mood changed,” Catalano recalls from his Eternal Ink Tattoo Studio in Hecker, Illinois. “Everything turned from funny to wow.”
Catalano posted a photo of the tattoos, and it eventually was viewed by millions of people around the world. The viral photo pushed Catalano, 40, further into the world of paramedical tattooing. Now people who want to cover their life-altering scars come from as far away as Ireland to visit his shop.
Leslie Pollan, a dog breeder, was bitten on the face by a puppy. She underwent countless surgeries but those gave her no hope. She ultimately traveled six hours for a session with Catalano. HecamouflagedPollan’s lip scar, giving her back confidence.
Though he is now known for his talent with intricate fingernail, Catalano uses the techniques he picked up years ago while helping breast cancer survivors. Those tattoos are among the most common paramedical requests. His grandmother had breast cancer, and her battle with the disease is one reason Catalano is so dedicated to helping those with the diagnosis.
Catalano performs up to eight reconstructive tattoos each “Wellness Wednesday”. While he charges $100 per regular tattoo, he doesn’t charge for paramedical tattoos: A GoFundMe page established last year brought in more than $16,000, allowing Catalano to donate his work.
“Financially, it doesn’t make sense,” Catalano says. “But every time I see emotions from my customers, I am 100 percent sure this is something that I can’t stop doing.”
12. How did people in the studio react to Bertram’s idea at first?
A. They took it lightly.
B. They found it creative.
C. They were confused.
D. They were impressed.
13. What does the underlined word “camouflaged” in Paragraph 4 probably mean?
A. Exposed.
B. Hid.
C. Ignored.
D. Removed.
14. What does Catalano say about his work with paramedical tattoos?
A. It is flexible.
B. It is demanding.
C. It is profitable.
D. It is rewarding.
15. Which of the following can best describe Catalano?
A. Humorous and experienced.
B. Devoted and generous.
C. Cooperative and grateful.
D. Professional and tolerant.
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Many years ago，I was a college graduate with a degree but no job. My substitute teaching work ended and I got desperate.I had a family to feed. ____16____While I was grateful，my first day there was quite a blow to my
ego(自尊). The job at the local wood mill paid less but was hard and back-breaking. It was full of bending，lifting，and carrying heavy wood for eight hours aday.___17___
When winter arrived my gloves tore and my fingers split and bled in the cold air. I found myself using more band aids than I ever thought I would just to keep my hands working.____18____At the end of two years only four other people had worked there longer than I had. Every morning I pulled myself out of bed and went to work knowing it was going to be another difficult day.
I tried my best to keep my spirits up but many times during those years I asked，"Why me? Why am I having to go through this? Why has my life not turned out the way I dreamed it would?" ____19____I think maybe in a way I needed those tough times. I needed them to shrink my ego. I needed them to become more caring，sympathetic，andloving.
___20___It is these times that make us mature. If you are going through some "Why Me?" times，don’t give up. Use them to become stronger，kinder and more loving.
A. Fortunately，my brother got me a job.
B. Now many years later I got the answer.
C.Every day I went home aching and tired.
D. The resigning rate at the mill became very high.
E. Maybe no one knew when the tough times would end.
F. Day after day，I wondered when I could realize my dream.
G. I think it is the "Why Me?" times of our livesthat make us grow the most.
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
Clara Dalywas____21____on an Alaska Airlines flight from Boston to Los Angeles when an air hostess asked a(n)____22____question over the loudspeaker, “Does anyone on board____23____American Sign Language?” Clara, 15 at the time,____24____the call button. The air hostess came by and explained the situation, “we have a passenger on the plane who’s____25____and deaf,” she said. The passenger seemed to want something, but he was travelling____26____and the air hostesses couldn’t understand what he needed.
Clara had been studying ASL for the past years,____27____she unfastened her seat belt, walked toward the front of the plane, and____28____by the aisle seat of Tim Cook, who was in his sixties. Gently taking his hand, she____29____, “How are you? Are you OK?” Cook asked for some water. When it arrived, Clara returned to her seat. She_______30_______again a bit later because he wanted to know the time. On her_______31_______visit,
she stopped and stayed a while.
“He didn’t need anything. He was________32________and wanted to talk,” Clara says. So for the next hour, she talked about her family and her________33________for the future. She wanted to be a politician. Cook told Clara how he had________34________become blind over time and shared stories of his days________35________a travelling salesman. Even though he couldn’t see her, she looked________36________at his face with such kindness.
“Clara was________37________,” the air hostess told Alaska Airlines in a blog________38________. “You could tell Tim was very excited to________39________someone he could speak to, and she was such an angel.” And for Cook, it was________40________the best trip he’d ever had.
21. A.placed B.seated C.boarded D.taken
22. A.anxious B.dangerous C.urgent D.important
23. A.know B.tell C.speak D.study
24. A.removed B.spotted C.found D.pressed
25. A.blind B.disabled C.sick D.unconscious
26. A.along B.apart C.alone D.aside
27. A.but B.so C.and D.for
28. A.knelt B.stood C.sat y
29. A.showed B.whispered C.expressed D.signed
30. A.marched on B.came by C.walked about D.wandered through
31. A.third B.second C.other D.extra
32. A.shy B.anxious C.painful D.lonely
33. A.opinions B.preparations C.plans D.views
34. A.suddenly B.gradually C.abruptly D.unbelievably
35. A.as B.like C.for D.by
36. A.directly B.curiously C.attentively D.cautiously
37. ual B.awful C.ordinary D.amazing
38. A.event B.interview C.meeting D.activity
39. A.get B.accompany C.have D.face
40. A.indeed B.naturally C.simply D.extremely
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
Adolescence is a time of___41.___and development as you change from a child___42.___an adult. It is also a time of self-discovery, as you___43.___more responsibility for your decisions and actions. If you look around, you may find some of your friends have a fairly___44.___view of themselves — they see themselves clearly and are fully aware of their___45.___and weaknesses while others tend to focus too heavily on their faults,___46.___their good points. If you have high self-esteem, you will be more confident when___47.___the things you want to do and___48.___likely to be influenced to do the things you wouldrather not do. Besides, high self-esteem also increases the likelihood of perseverance when you are___49.___with challenges,____50.____may help pave your way to success.
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.文中共有10处错误。

错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。

增加：在缺词处加一个漏词符号（∧），并在此符号下面写出该加的词。

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：1．每处错误及其修改均仅限一词。

2．只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。

It is universally known that World Reading Day falls on April 23rd, which reminded us of the importance of reading. We are supposed to reading more on that special day. But the situation for we to read nowadays is not satisfied.
For example, when we are at home, we would rather to watch TV or surf the Internet than read books. As a result, we spend such little time on books. However, reading books has many strength. Not only can our abilities and skills be improved, and we can also get some information from reading. Besides, reading books brings us happiness.
I think it good habit that in our spare time we read more books on great use.
第二节书面表达（满分25分）
52.假设你是李华，你的爱尔兰笔友Martin即将作为交换生来你校学习，担心不太适应中国的生活。

请你给他写一封电子邮件，内容包括：
1.表示欢迎；
2.给出建议(至少2条)；
3.表达祝愿。

注意：
1.词数80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

参考答案
1. C
2. B
3. A
4. D
5. B
6. C
7. A
8. C 9. B 10. A 11. A
12. A 13. B 14. D 15. B
16. A 17. C 18. D 19. B 20. G
文章为记叙文，主要介绍了作者经历挫折坚持不放弃的人生感悟。

21. B 22. C 23. A 24. D 25. A 26. C 27. B 28. A 29. D 30. B 31. A 32.
D 33. C 34. B 35. A 36. C 37. D 38. B 39. C 40. A
41. growth
42. to 43. assume
44. favorable
45. strengths
46. overlooking
47. handling
48. less 49. faced
50. which
51.(1).reminded改为reminds (2).reading改为read (3).we改为us
(4).satisfied改为satisfying (5).删除rather后to (6).such改为so (7).strength改为strengths
(8).and改为but (9).it后加a (10).on改为of
52.略。