2020届贵阳清华中学高三英语第四次联考试卷及答案

2020届贵阳清华中学高三英语第四次联考试卷及答案
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
A
Although Adrian Wood had already sent her three oldest children off toWhiteOakElementary SchoolinEdenton,North Carolina, she was anxious when it was her youngest son Amos's turn to start classes.Adriansaid, “Sending Amos to school was such a different path. He was 3 when he started school. He had autism(自闭症)and he didn't speak."
Amos struggled to make friends and fit in, but there was always one person there who was very happy to see him. Raymond Brown has worked at the school as a guard for the past 15 years. All of the students know and love him, and he's truly a friend to all. He started callingAdrian's son “Famous Amos” on day one. To the mom's surprise, Amos quickly began responding with a cheerful "Hey, Brown” whenever he saw him. "He wasn't even saying 'daddy' at home, so it was really something, "Adriansaid.
“Amos is a hard friend to have,"Adrianexplained, "He takes a lot more than he gives and that's tough for children. But those kids saw that he was popular and loved, and they started fighting over who would get to hold Amos' hand on the way to the classroom. It meant so much to me that he was favored by the other children at school, and Mr. Brown had a big hand in that.”
About a year ago, school officials nominated Mr. Brown forNorth Carolina's School Hero, a $20,000 prize. When the results came out and he didn't win,Adrianwas heartbroken. She couldn't let the disappointing results stand, so she took to Facebook and created an annual “Famous Amos” prize for Mr. Brown in their community. Her neighbors answered the call, donating $35,000 in just one week! Townspeople and school officials gathered in March to celebrate Mr. Brown and give him the money they'd raised. Principal Michelle handed him a giant check and thanked him for everything he does to help kids like Amos find their way.
1. What madeAdrianworried?
A. Her youngest son's bad behavior.
B. Her family's heavy financial burden.
C. Her youngest son's mental problem.
D. Her three sons' poor performance at school.
2. What change did Mr. Brown bring to Amos?
A. Amos became a top student at school.
B. Amos got more attention from other kids.
C. Amos learned to share and care about others.
D. Amos had a better relationship with his family members.
3. What did Mr. Brown get in the end?
A. The “Famous Amos” prize.
B. A check from the local government.
C.North Carolina's School Hero prize.
D. A small donation from the community.
B
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.”
4. What does the underlined phrase in paragraph 1 mean?
A. Warned.
B. Criticized.
C. Touched.
D. Amused.
5. 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.
6. What’s the scholar’s attitude toward the “lying down” group?
A. Understanding.
B. Intolerant.
C.Supportive.
D. Unclear.
7. 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.
C
Whether for a special holiday, as a way of showing gratitude or just a way of letting someone know you care, gift giving is a universal custom Though the purpose may be similar from place to place, traditions vary widely from one country to the next. A behavior that shows respect in one place might be consideredoffensivesomewhere else. Take a look at unique gifting traditions from around the world.
Here in theUS, a set of kitchen knives seems like the perfect gift idea for a wedding. However, in certain European countries likeGermany, people believe that a knife presented as a gift will cut off your friendship. There is a way to break it: Tie a coin to the knife or gift box. The receiver then returns the coin to you as a “payment”to remove the bad luck.
There's a well-known Italian wedding tradition where the groom's (新郎) tie is cut into a number of tiny pieces. Wedding guests can then "buy” these tie pieces in exchange for cash. It's a fun way to give money to the new couple thatleaves guests with a wedding souvenir.
As left hands are considered unclean in Indian culture, behaviors such as touching, passing money, or giving gifts are to be done with the right hand. Different from some other cultures , an odd number (奇数) of thingsor currency represents good luck. For example, £11 should be given rather than £10.
InZimbabwe, it is common to directly ask for a gift. When you receive a gift without asking for it, even if the giver's family is poor, it's the worst way to reject the offering. Also, expressing thanks with actions is better than giving thanks orally (口头地).These may include jumping up and down, dancing, or whistling.
8. What does the underlined word “offensive“ in paragraph 1 refer to?
A. Rude.
B. Creative.
C. Suitable.
D. Caring.
9. How do people prevent friendship breaking down when giving gifts like knives?
A. The guests cut the groom's tie into pieces.
B. The receiver returns the coin to the giver.
C. The giver gives gifts with the right hand.
D. The receiver expresses thanks by dancing.
10. What can we learn about the gift giving inZimbabwe?
A. It is not proper to ask for a gift directly.
B. It's better to reject a gift from a poor family.
C. One can express thanks by writing letters.
D. Showing gratitude with actions is better than words.
11. Which can be a suitable title for the text?
A. The Wayof Showing Gratitude
B. A Fun Behavior to Respect People
C. Various Gift Giving Traditions
D. A Special Custom of Gift Giving
D
Two years ago, I decided to study at theUniversityofSt. Edwardsin the city ofAustin,Texas. When I was on my research to find the perfect place to study in, I considered many aspects: a safe place, a city where there were companies devoted to marketing or technology, a place where speaking Spanish and English was an advantage and a school where I could learn about digital strategies (数字策略). After comparing and evaluating many cities and universities. I finally decided onAustin.
Since I arrived inAustin,Texas. I had been living inside the university where I had a private room and shared common areas with more students. University life was not very different from the life inMexicoand classes weresemblableand the way of socializing too. However, in theUnited States, the classes were more practical and
teachers encouraged you to be self-responsible and complete your tasks.
The classes that I was taking were related to social media, digital marketing and advertising. I was very excited to be able to study technology-related courses.
What I liked most about the experience was being able to live with students from many places, which allowed me to learn from other cultures and to share mine with other students. Also, international student services usually organized events and tours that helped me to get to know the city and the school.
I certainly think that studying abroad is a beneficial experience. It makes us capable of understanding cultural differences and accepting diversity. Personally, I would suggest that you first determine what your goals are by going abroad, research the opportunities and lifestyle, evaluate your universities,and finally decide on the one where you feel more comfortable, connecting with your values and way of seeing life.
12. Which of the following can best describe the author according to paragraph 1？
A. Casual.
B. Cautious.
C. Changeable.
D. Adventurous.
13.What does the underlined word “semblable” in paragraph 2 probably mean?
A. Worthwhile.
B. Practical.
C. Same.
D. Similar.
14. What made the author most pleased?
A. Speaking Spanish and English inAustin,Texas.
B. Working as a designer in a technology company.
C. Having a chance to learn about different cultures.
D. Organizing many events and tours independently.
15. What are the students who intend to study abroad advised to do?
A. Be careful to choose the university to study in.
B. Set no limits on theiracademic performances.
C. Study where they're familiar with everything.
D. Adjust personal lifestyles for the university.
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Thinking about a summer job after graduation? As more people compete for fewer openings . you’ll need to do your research,write a great resume（简历）and get ready for the interview.
To find a job that's right for you, make a list of your interests and strengths, as well as your dislikes , and keep
them in mind as you look for a job.For example, if you love books or writing, a job in a bookstore or library might be perfect for you.___16___You might not know details about the position, but you can prepare by researching the company itself.
___17___Regardless of the type of job you're applying for, a great resume really makes you stand out. Most importantly, present the strengths in it. It is an effective way to highlight your strongest skills and encourage the hiring manager to read more. Having a job experience on your resume increases the possibility to land a job too. If not, don't worry—there are plenty of other things, extracurricular or voluntary activities you can do to improve your job applications. Make sure the email address and phone number include on your application.___18___ What do job interviewers look for?___19___Interviewers want to hire candidates who are smart, who think quickly and clearly, and who can express themselves and communicate well. Dress the part—your appearance also affects your chances of getting the job.___20___That means no sandals, jeans, or cutoffs. Even if you'll be scooping ice cream behind a counter, it helps to look professional for the interview.
A. Babysitting is in great need nowadays.
B. A good resume is your best job-hunting tool.
C. These details will be used to contact you about interviews.
D. A precise description of hobbies in your resume is crucial.
E. It's not just previous work history or unique skills that matter.
F. When you head out for your interview, avoid looking too casual.
G. But if little kids drive you crazy, a babysitting job may not be ideal.
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It was a hot, humid summer day, and I had just pulled into the local gas station to fill my tank (油箱). After pumping the___21___, I started to walk inside to pay. That is when I___22___them. Two elderly women were standing back from their car. There was a mixture of shock and___23___on their faces. I looked and saw what they saw: five yellowjackets (小黄蜂) building a nest(巢) around their gas cap. My eyes widened. I___24___the ladies' fear.
Yellow jackets had___25___been friends of mine. Several times these wasps (黄蜂) had___26___me while I was cutting the grass, giving me many stings (蛰) each time I ran over their ground nests. The___27___time, however, happened when I was a young boy. A friend of mine and I were running and playing in my backyard. I must have___28___on one of their hidden nests again because___29___I knew it, both of us were being chased
and stung over and over by the yellowjackets while we ran away____30____. I ran to my mom with____31____in my eyes. She____32____ran a cold bath and put us both in it to____33____the pain and itching before giving us medicine to____34____all the poison(毒素) in our little bodies from the stings.
Still, I knew I couldn't let fear stop me now. I____35____into my back pocket for a paper towel I had there, removed the____36____from the gas cap and stepped on it while the angry wasps buzzed around me. Both ofthe ladies thanked me, and I said, "You're welcome!" with a smile and a happy heart.
In life, you can't let the fear of being stung either physically or emotionally____37____you from doing what is right. We need to love each other and to change the world for the____38____. And the only way you can do this is one loving____39____, one kind word and one shared smile at a time. Don't let the yellowjackets in your life hold you____40____. Live! Love! Do good today!
21. A. water B. gas C. electricity D. energy
22. A. discovered B. observed C. watched D. noticed
23. A. fear B. pain C. joy D. excitement
24. A. caused B. shared C. suffered D. expressed
25. A. always B. sometimes C. never D. seldom
26. A. attracted B. hit C. beat D. attacked
27. A. worst B. best C. funniest D. strangest
28. A. touched B. stepped C. advanced D. crashed
29. A. after B. when C. before D. until
30. A. sweating B. screaming C. protesting D. laughing
31. A. anxiety B. laughter C. tears D. anger
32. A. confidently B. naturally C. obviously D. immediately
33. A. increase B. reduce C. stand D. treat
34. A. fight B. take C. spread D. destroy
35. A. searched B. reached C. checked D. swept
36. A. nest B. towel C. habitat D. wasps
37. A. recover B. protect C. keep D. reserve
38. A. good B. better C. bad D. worse
39. A. impression B. honour C. measure D. act
40. A. up B. on C. off D. back
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
One day a man was asked to paint a boat by an owner of boat . He began to paint the boat a bright red as required .
While painting , he realized there was a hole in the hull and decided to repair____41.____. When he finished____42.____（paint）, he received his money and left .
Several days later , the owner came to the painter and presented him____43.____a nice check , much____44.____（high）than the payment for painting . The painter was surprised , “You’ve already paid me for painting the boat which is a small____45.____（serve）.”“But this is not for the paint job . It’s for having____46.____（repair）the hole in the boat . ”he said ,“My dear friend , let me tell you____47.____happened . When I asked you to paint the boat , I forgot____48.____（mention）about the hole . When the boat dried , my kids took the boat and went on____49.____fishing trip when I was not at home . When I returned and noticed they had taken the boat , I was desperate . Imagine my relief and joy when I saw them returning from fishing . Then , I examined the boat and found that you had repaired the hole ! You saved the lives of my____50.____（child）! I do not have enough money to pay your ‘small’good deed.”
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交换修改作文，请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：1.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。

One fall Emiily and I went camping in a forest. As we cooked dinner, a bear playing in a nearby lake smelled our garlic bread. A hungry bear followed his nose to our camp, where was surrounded by a high wire fence. He pulled and bite the wire, pushing at the wooden fence posts. Terrified, we tried all the bear defense measure we knew, but on vain. He just kept trying to tear down the fence. I radioed the camp manager for help. He told me a helicopter was on its way, but it would be 15 minutes after it arrived. Making the best of this closely encounter, I managed take some pictures of the bear. Fortunately, the fence was lasted through 15 more minutes and the helicopter arrived in time. We were saving.
第二节书面表达（满分25分）
52.假设你是红星中学高三学生李华．你的英国笔友Jim来邮件，询问你如何利用博物馆资源促进学习．请你给Jim回一封电子邮件，内容包括：
1．经历；
2．感受．
注意：1．词数100左右；
2．开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数．
Dear Jim,
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ __________
Yours,
Li Hua
参考答案
1. C
2. B
3. A
4. C
5. B
6. A
7. A
8. A 9. B 10. D 11. C
12. B 13. D 14. C 15. A
16. G 17. B 18. C 19. E 20. F
21. B 22. D 23. A 24. B 25. C 26. D 27. A 28. B 29. C 30. B 31. C 32.
D 33. B 34. A 35. B 36. A 37. C 38. B 39. D 40. D
41. it 42. painting
43. with. 44. higher
45. service
46. repaired
47. what 48. to mention
49. a. 50. children
51.(1).A→the
(2).where→which
(3).bite→bit
(4).measure→measures
(5).on→in
(6).after→before
(7).closely→close
(8).manage后加to
(9).删掉was
(10).saving→saved 52.略。