2019-2020学年上海市光明高级中学高三英语月考试题及答案

2019-2020学年上海市光明高级中学高三英语月考试题及答案
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
A
Over the years, I’ve been guilty of hastily shutting the front door to many strangers when they came knocking with the intention of selling things. But earlier this year, around Easter time, a dear friend of mine had an experience that changed my mind and perception towards these “intruders”.
Linda, who recently moved to a new neighbour hood, had been housebound all week suffering from a severe case of flu when, early one morning, there was the terrible knock on her front door. Peering out the window, she saw two young ladies demurely (端庄地) holding leaflets and a TV set model. She knew of a large TV set establishment nearby and assumed a message was about to be gently delivered. “This is the last thing I need today,” she muttered to herself and hesitantly opened the door.
Coughing, she poked her head out and impatiently informed them she wasn’t the slightest bit interested in any TV whatsoever. Furthermore, she added, she was feeling quite unwell and abruptly shut the door. The ladies politely turned and left in silence.
A few hours later, another knock. Linda glanced out the window and to her surprise, there were the same two ladies, back again. Really annoyed this time, she opened the door ready togive them a piece of her mind. Before she could speak, with concerned looks on their faces, these women handed Linda what looked to be a dish, saying, “We’re so sorry we disturbed you earlier. We thought you may like this homemade chicken soup. Hopefully it might make you feel a little better.”
Linda was taken aback by this lovely gesture. Being new to the area, she didn’t know many neighbours or people who could assist her with shopping or errands (跑腿) so the gesture was all the more appreciated. She could only smile sheepishly and sincerely thanked them. With that, the ladies left.
After she related this story to me, I thought about how touching this deed really was. Especially in today’s world where sadly, kindness and thoughtfulness seem so rare. I also realized that thinking about others and showing kindness is the real essence of love.
1. What does the expression “give them a piece of her mind”in Paragraph 4 mean?
A. Scold them severely.
B. Drive them away.
C. Refuse them directly.
D. Speak out her idea.
2. What can be learned about Linda from the passage?
A. Linda always hastily shut the front door to many people.
B. Linda was not a little interested in any TV whatsoever.
C. Linda was very grateful to the ladies for their chicken soup.
D. Linda would buy their TV set in reward for the ladies’ chicken soup.
3. What’s the best title for the passage?
A. A Chicken Soup
B. Soup for the soul
C. The Real Essence of Love
D. A Friend’s experience
B
The modern Olympics, which appeared in ancient Greece as many as 3,000 years ago, have become the world’s most important sporting competition. From the 8th century B. C. to the 4th century A. D., the the ancient Olympics were held every four years in Olympia in honor of the god Zeus. The first modern Olympics took place in1896 inAthens, and featured 280 participants from 13 nations, competing in 43 events. Since 1994, the Summer and Winter Olympic Games have been held separately every two years. The 2020 Summer Olympics, delayed one year because of the COVID-19, was held in Japan in 2021.
The ancient Olympics were held every four years between August 6 and September 19 during a festival honoring Zeus. The Games were named for their location (位置) at Olympia, a place near the western coast in southern Greece. Their influence was so great that ancient historians began to measure time by the Olympic Games held every four years.
After the Roman Empire conquered (征服) Greece in the mid-2nd century B.C., the Games continued, but their standards and quality dropped. For example from 67 A. D., the Emperor Nero entered an Olympic horse race, announcing himself the winner even after he fell off hishorse during the event. In 393 A. D., Emperor TheodosiusⅠended the ancient Olympic tradition.
It was another 1,500 years before the Games rose again, largely thanks to the efforts of Baron Pierre de Coubertin (1863-1937) of France. Working hard at the development of physical education, the young man became inspired by the idea of creating a modern Olympic Games after visiting the ancient Olympic building. In November 1892, at a meeting of the Union des Sports Athlétiques in Paris, Coubertin suggested the idea of making the Olympics an international athletic competition held every four years. Two years later, he got the approval (批准) he needed to found the International Olympic Committee ( IOC ), which would become the governing body of the modern Olympic Games.
4. What do we know about the modern Olympics?
A. The modern Olympics became famous in the 18th century.
B. The first Winter Olympics was held in 1994.
C. The first modern Olympics dates back to 1896.
D. The latest Winter Olympics will delay for two years.
5. How often were the ancient Olympics held?
A. Every year.
B. Every other year.
C. Every three years.
D. Every four years.
6. When did the ancient Olympics end?
A. In 393 A. D.
B. In 67 A. D.
C. In the mid-2nd century B. C.
D. About 1,500 years ago.
7. What is the best title of the text?
A. The ancient Olympics
B. The modern Olympics
C. The Olympics developed through years
D. The Olympics are popular in modern time
C
We asked four people who watched an online talk on technology and communication by Sherry Turkle for their opinions.
Fred:
The talk certainly gave me plenty of food for thought about how technology is changing our behaviour. People are constantly multitasking, whether it be emailing during meetings or texting in the checkout queue. It’s as if we can’t bear to miss out on what our online friends are up to, so we juggle the real and online world. My greatest concern is that we don’t give our brains a chance to switch off. It’sthese precious momentswhen we actually process information that helps us make important decisions.
Jeremy:
It was a fascinating talk and the speaker really hit the nail on the head with a couple of things. Take parental influence, for instance. How can we expect teenagers not to text while doing their homework when they witness their parents posting on social media while cooking the evening meal or waiting at a red light?
Kath:
So much of what the speaker said rang true. I honestly believe there’s a danger that the more connected we are, the more isolated we feel. I don’t think this is such an issue for my generation who’ve lived without technology for so long. We know how to be alone. But the under 20s are another kettle of fish. They’re so busy communicating that they never experience the feeling of solitude and run the risk of not learning how to enjoy their own company.
Carl:
I’m not sure to what extent I agree that people are more alone, but the way we communicate has certainly evolved. The speaker makes a good point about how we’re getting used to talking with machines like Siri or robots, which are totally lack of experience of human life. But despite such limitations, we seem to be expecting more from technology and less from each other.
8. What does the underlined phrase “these precious moments” in paragraph 2 refer to?
A. When our brains are free.
B. When we emailing during meeting.
C. When we texting in the checkout queue.
D. When we juggle the real and online world.
9. What suggestion may Jeremy give to the parents?
A. Accompany their children when they are doing homework.
B. Prevent their children using phone while doing homework.
C. Set a good example for their children on using phone properly.
D. Stop posting on social media in face of their children.
10. What does Kath worry about the under 20s generation?
A. They communicate more with others.
B. They use more technology.
C. It’s difficult for them to find companies.
D. They don’t know how to be alone.
11. What is Carl’s attitude towards the use of technology in communication?
A. Favorable.
B. Intolerant.
C. Doubtful.
D. Indifferent.
D
My family and I never talked about school as the ticket to a future. I was in theclassroom, but I wasn't there to learn to write, read or even speak. When it was my turn to read, I wanted to hide. I was 13 years old, but I already hated being who I was.
I had an English teacher, Mr.Creech, who knew I couldn't read. In one of my first lessons the teacher said that anyone who had a reading age below six had to stand up. I felt so embarrassed. But at the same time, it made me realize that I needed to change the situation. I was determined it wouldn't happen again. Later that day, Mr.Creech
encouraged me and promised he would try his best to help me learn to read. From then on, I never gave up practicing reading.
Then when I was 41 years old, one day, I planned to fly back toTexasto visit my friends and family. On my way from the airport, I saw Mr.Creech buying himself a drink. I rushed over and reached into my pocket to pay for him. “Do I know you？” he asked. “Yes, sir, you do know me，” I answered excitedly. “My name is Anthony Hamilton. You taught me English.” The look on his face told me that he remembered the boy he'd once encouraged.
“I'm so glad I had a chance to see you，” I said. “And Mr.Creech, I have great news to share.” I told him I had learned to read. But that wasn't all. I had become a published author and an active speaker. “The next time you get another Anthony Hamilton in your classroom, please encourage him to read as well，” I added.
The experts say what once worried me has a name：dyslexia(诵读困难). But I can tell you it was a lack of desire for education.
12. Why did the author want to hide?
A. Because he felt sorry for himself.
B. Because he hated being laughed at.
C. Because he couldn't read at all.
D. Because he didn't have a ticket.
13. Which of the following could best describe Mr.Creech?
A. Considerate and dutiful.
B. thoughtful and enthusiastic.
C. Emotional and devoted.
D. Friendly and wise.
14. Why couldn't the author read before meeting Mr.Creech?
A. Because his reading age was not long enough.
B. Because his parents didn't teach him how to read.
C. Because he was afraid of reading before the class.
D. Because he didn't have inner driving force to learn to read.
15. What can we infer from the passage?
A. Mr.Creech taught two students called Anthony Hamilton.
B. The author had become a published author and an active speaker.
C. Dyslexia was just the reason that made the author unable to read.
D. The author was grateful to Mr.Creech.
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
Financial Education-Awareness Dilemma
When it comes to financial education, the majority of today's youth will regard it as a necessity for certain specific people who want to make their career in the financial world.___16___Actually, elementary financial education is a must for all, as money transaction is an essential part of our day-to-day life.
Suppose you have $100 in a saving account that pays simple interest at the rate of 2%per year. lf you leave the money in the account, how much will you have accumulated after 5 years: more than $102, exactly $102, or less than $102? The test might look simple, but only half of the people surveyed gave the correct answer.
___17___The explanation goes as follows: People with low levels of financial literacy suffer from that lack of knowledge at every stage of their lives. Researchers on this subject say people with a high degree of financial literacy are more likely to plan for their retirement.___18___
On the contrary, people who have a lower degree of financial literacy tend to borrow more, accumulate less wealth, and pay more in fees related financial products. They are less likely to invest, more likely to experience difficulty with debt, and less likely to know the terms of their mortgages and other loans. Thus, the cost of this financial ignorance is very high.___19___
What is the solution?___20___Like reading and math, financial education must become part of the core curriculum in our schools. Likewise, parents should engage in regular, constructive conversations about money matters. This will give their kids a solid foundation for financial well-being, which will keep on giving returns throughout the course of their lives.
A.Financial education must start early.
B.However, they miss an important point.
C.Why does each of us have to face a financial challenge?
D.Why does financial literacy matter so much in our society'?
E.Rich people are generally better educated on financial management.
F.Besides, these people have more than double the wealth of people who don’t.
G.For example, they frequently make late credit card payments, overspend their credit limit, etc.
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
完形填空(20%)
This is a simple T-shirt, but it has taught me the significance of___21___. Looking at it, I go back into the past.
It wasa warm day when I___22___my elementary school. It made me quite___23___. I lay in my front yard in the warm sun. As I fell into sleep, I vaguely heard my mother’s steps approaching. Then, I sat
up,___24___lemonade or some apples. But she was carrying___25___, and her face was just as___26___. There must be something wrong. “Simon is in___27___,” she said.
Simon was my stepfather’s nephew.___28___we were not related by blood, Simon in some way meant more to me than any blood . Being both___29____, we always went hiking and surfing together. I really enjoyed his___30___I wished to attend middle school with him, too.
“He has cancer,” my mom added. When I heard that, my stomach got heavier. “But he will ___31___, right?” I asked. “Because he has a rare case, it’s not clear whether he can defeat it.” My mom replied.
Day by day, Simon seemed to be getting weaker and his___32___was bad, making him lack nutrition (营养). Throughout his___33___, Simon suffered allergic shock (过敏) due to the medicine’s side effects. Somehow, Simon was having a (an)___34___later. The whole family were thrilled.___35___, Simon’s improvement turned out to be a flash in a pan (昙花一现).
Itwas around then that I___36___the “Simon Says…” T-shirt, which was designed with letters, “Simon Says…Cancer is a detour (绕行), instead of a stop sign.” I proudly wore Simon’s present in the summer vacation and___37___wearing it when later attending middle school. That sentence taught me however that challenge fought against us, we shouldn’t___38___.
At last, Simon didn’t___39___it. But his T-shirt would have a lasting positive impact on the world. Simon___40___and inspired countless people with his spirits.
21. A.courage B.understanding C.self-respect D.devotion
22. A.finished B.attended C.visited D.skipped
23. A.amused B.curious C.relaxed D.frightened
24. A.seeing B.presenting C.carrying D.expecting
25. A.something B.anything C.everything D.nothing
26. A.blank B.sour C.confused D.surprised
27. A.relief B.trouble C.sight D.shape
28. A.While B.Because C.As D.If
29. A.kind B.clever C.optimistic D.energetic
30. A.honesty B.encouragement pany D.trust
31. A.live B.succeed C.insist D.struggle
32. A.spirit B.appetite C.look D.behavior
33. A.learning B.exercise C.treatment D.dieting
34. A.disaster B.recovery C.examination D.wish
35. A.Sadly B.Undoubtedly C.Naturally D.Especially
36. A.designed B.received C.bought D.washed
37. A.loved B.started C.stopped D.continued
38. A.show off B.set off C.give up D.take over
39. A.face B.sense C.take D.make
40. A.appreciated B.challenged C.touched D.funded
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
China has been selected to host the World Skills Competition in Shanghai in 2021 an event it hopes to us for building a stronger team of skilled workers nationwide and to improve international______41.______(exchange) in technical skills. Hosting the event will help guide the whole society_____42._____(respect) the spirit of skilled workmanship. It will also help create___43.___social atmosphere of respecting labor and admiring skill. China has 165 million skilled workers, including 47.9 million who are classed as highly skilled. They were first classified by the government in 2003. They____44.____(include) as one of the major State-level talent groups along with theoretical scientists in 2015,____45.____(mark) a significant rise in their social status.
China’s____46.____(early) modern skills training can date back to the Qing Dynasty. It was in 1866____47.____the Foochow Shipbuilding Institution in Fujian province was established. In 1978, the adoption of the reform ad opening-up policy highlighted a shortage of____48.____(talent) technicians. As a result, the number of students at technical institutes rose sharply. More recently, technical education____49.____(receive) greater support from the central government to help shape the nation’s producing power. Every year, more than 100 million people have access_____50._____technical education and training.
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.短文改错
My classmates and I were to graduate next month. We were determined to do anything. After a heating discussion, we decided on making a video to record our experience at school.
It took us a whole week to collect materials, during that we interviewed our teachers or took photos of every aspect of school life. The editing part before that was tough. We discussed what to put into the video. Some compromises are unavoidable, but the video proved perfectly. Several days later, when the video was playing on the graduation ceremony, it was well received. The teachers and students shared a great time. That surely gave to
us a great sense of achievement.
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。

After watching my son Todd run in an annual race. I made my usual comment. “Todd I could walk faster than those women run.” Todd laughed as he knew I wasn't a runner. “Listen, Mom. I want you to show by your actions. How about you running with me next year at this race?” Without thinking, I quickly agreed to this challenge.
But when it was almost time for this race to occur, Todd wasn't going to be running. He was sent to Africa as a soldier for three years. A few of his friends knew this challenge I had agreed to with Todd. They started to encourage me to run the race. I hadn't trained or anything. Quite frankly, I had almost forgotten I said I would do it.
I decided I should keep my promise to Todd and run the race. The first thing I did was go out and buy some running clothes. I might as well look good was my thought. even though I hadn't trained at all.
The day of the race came. I was not well prepared, but I started. It wasn't long before some guy on the roadside started to talking next to me. I wasn't in the talking mood. However, this guy was very talkative. He kept making remark on how tired he was, and I must be tired too. The race was over, and this guy's wife won! I was just happy to finish and keep my promise to Todd.
I came home, and my neighbor asked about the race. I told him what had happened and how this guy would not shut up his negative talk. My neighbor laughed and set me straight," Kay. don't you know what this guy was doing? He thought you were the competition by the way you were dressed. He wanted his wife to win "Oh really!”
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。

This guy's attitude built a fire in me for the next race!
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________
The race began on a cold day and I saw this guy and his wife.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________
参考答案
1. A
2. C
3. B
4. C
5. D
6. A
7. C
8. A 9. C 10. D 11. A
12. C 13. A 14. D 15. D
16. B 17. D 18. F 19. G 20. A
21. A 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. D 26. A 27. B 28. A 29. D 30. C 31. A 32.
B 33.
C 34. B 35. A 36. B 37.
D 38. C 39. D 40. C
41. exchanges
42. to respect
43. a 44. were included
45. marking
46. earliest
47. that 48. talented
49. has received
50. to
51.(1).anything→something
(2).heating→heated
(3).experience→experiences
(4).that→which
(5).or→and
(6).before→after
(7).are→were
(8).perfectly→perfect
(9).playing→played
(10).去掉to
52.略。