2020届河南省信阳高级中学高三英语期中考试试题及参考答案

2020届河南省信阳高级中学高三英语期中考试试题及参考答案
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
Information on school visits to Kew Gardens
Enjoy yourselves in a wonderland of science with over 50,000 living plants and a variety of educational events or amusing activities. Here is essential information about planning a school visit to Kew.
Educational course prices
You can plan a self-led visit or book one of our educational courses. Students will take part in the educational courses in groups of 15. Prices vary according to different situations.
EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) to Key Stage 4:
45-minute course: 35/group 90-minute course: 70/group
Key Stage 5:
Half day (one course): 80/group Full day (two courses): 160/group
Teachers and adults:
Up to required key stage proportions (比例): Free
Adults needed for 1:1 special educational needs support: Free
Adults above the required proportions: 11/person
The payment will due within 28 calendar days of making the booking.
Health and safety
Required supervising (监护) adult-student proportions:
Key Stage 1: 1:5 Key Stage 2: 1:8
Key stage 3: 1:10 Key Stage 4: 1:12
Key Stage 5: 1:12
The group sizes should be controlled if you are visiting potentially busy areas such as the glasshouse and other attractions. The maximum number of students visiting the glasshouses is 15 per group and each group to Kew shops should include no more than 10 students.
If there is an emergency, please contact the nearest Kew staff member or call Constabulary on 0208 32 3333 for direct and quick support. Please do not call 999.
Planning your visit
Your tickets and two planning passes will be sent to you upon receipt of your payment. You can complete your risk assessment with the passes, ensure you bring your tickets and the receipt document and show them to the staff members at the gate on the day of your visit.
Recommended timings
The Kew Gardens opens at 10 am. You are recommended to spend at least three to five hours on your visit. The closing time varies throughout the year. But the earliest is 3:30 pm. We have a fixed schedule for educational courses, which is from 10:30 am to 2:20 pm.
1.How much should a group of 15 Key Stage I students and 4 teachers pay for a 45-minute course?
A.35
B.46
C.57
D.81
2.What should one do in an emergency?
A.Check the risk assessment.
B.Call 999 immediately.
C.Ask adults or teachers for help.
D.Seek help from the staff member nearby.
3.What is the purpose of the text?
A.To introduce Kew Gardens.
B.To give tips on visiting Kew Gardens.
C.To attract potential visitors to Kew Gardens.
D.To inform coming activities in Kew Gardens.
B
I got my first bike when I was nine years old. Jimmy, the bike, was my first love. I rode it everywhere. The suburb, the back lanes, the fields and forests, the river paths and swampland were far more exciting than any adventure novel or television series.
There’s nothing quite like the relationship between a child and his bicycle and the endless happiness two wheels and a pair of strong legs offer. No video or computer game can replace the liberation of being alone on a bicycle.
As parents, to deny children the simple pleasure of riding a bike is a failure of our responsibilities to raise independent and stable young citizens. We should offer our children a healthy alternative to hours in front of an addictive screen. Studies have shown that cycling promotes not only muscle growth but brain growth. Guess
which country has children with the best mental health outcomes and is regularly the top of listings of the happiest young people. No surprise it’s theNetherlands, the unquestioned leader among industrial countries in encouraging bicycle use.
Our dependence on cars has degraded the public transport system, polluted our sky, led to the untimely death of thousands every year, and denied children safe access to their suburbs. A recent study found that 69% of children were accompanied to school. The same study found that a similar number of parents drove to work.
In some regions ofJapan, when children start their first year of school, parents are expected to walk with them for the first few weeks, introducing them to residents and shopkeepers along the chosen route, letting the community take care of these children. However, driving children to school isproscribed. Children can choose to ride a bike or walk to school after they are familiar with the community, and it’s the community’s role to keep them safe.
Therefore, I strongly advise the government to provide better infrastructure (基础设施). Build separated cycle lanes, decrease speed limits, and design street scapes that favour people over cars. The results will be less pollution, quieter suburbs, a healthier population and, best of all, happy and independent children.
4. What can we infer about the author from the text?
A. He was addicted to computer games.
B. He liked taking adventurous trips in nature.
C. He had great fun exploring the outside by cycling.
D.He got his first birthday present at the age of nine.
5. Why does the author mention theNetherlandsin Paragraph 3?
A. To introduce his good way of raising independent children.
B. To illustrate the great influence riding has on mental health.
C. To stress the importance of being physically and mentally healthy.
D. To explain cycling does best in city development in theNetherlands.
6. What does the underlined word “proscribed” in Paragraph 5 probably mean?
A. Recommended.
B. Protected.
C. Delayed.
D. Forbidden.
7. How does the author mainly support his idea?
A. By analyzing causes.
B. By listing examples.
C.By giving definitions.
D. By analyzing scientific data.
C
Many Americans experience surprise (or disappointment) when they wake up on Christmas Day. They might be surprised or disappointed by a family member’s actions. They might be happy or unhappy about a Christmas gift. Imagine a child expects to get an Xbox or PlayStation for Christmas. On Christmas morning, they quickly open their gift. Inside is an English grammar book. They might feel disappointed. The Everyday Grammar team would prefer the new English grammar book. But if you are like most young people, you would probably rather have a new video game.
Today, we are going to explore those feelings-feelings of surprise and disappointment. In other words, we are going to explore how speakers show that reality was better or worse than their expectations.
Many languages use words to express expectation. Speakers also use words to express how events are not happening as expected. This idea is known as “counter expectation”.
Do not worry about the term. Just remember that it means that speakers use words to show that reality is countering their expectations.
English has many words that serve this purpose. Three of the most common are the words “even”, “still” and “actually”. You will often hear them in informal, everyday speech. Speakers use these words to show disappointment. The pitch of their voice tells you what they mean. Let’s study examples of each word.
Speakers often use the word "even” to show disappointment or surprise. Imagine a young child that expects a phone call from a family member-perhaps an uncle or grandparent. The phone call never comes. The child might say the following: “What’s wrong with him? He didn’t even call me on Christmas day.” Americans sometimes use “still” for showing how reality does not quite meet their expectations: “You’re still here? It’s over! Go home. Go!” Another common word that shows surprise or disappointment is “actually”: “I can’t believe it! Uncle Bob actually stole her Christmas gift.”
8. What might most young Americans prefer as a Christmas gift according to paragraph 1?
A. A newly made video game.
B. An English grammar book.
C. A new designed school bag.
D. A unique jacket from their parents.
9. What does the underlined phrase “counter expectation” in paragraph 3 mean?
A. Expression of disappointment.
B. Something expected to happen.
C. The same with one’s expectation.
D. A result against what is expected.
10. What do the three words “even”, “still” and “actually” have in common?
A. They are easy to understand.
B. They express disappointment.
C. They show delighted feelings.
D. They are used most at Christmas.
11. What’s the last paragraph mainly about?
A. Expectations from loved ones.
B. Different uses of the three words.
C. Examples of the use of the three words.
D. Emotions of disappointment and surprise.
D
Ivy League schools are considered to be the most prestigious of all colleges in the United States. These schools are primarily located in the Northeastern part of the country. There are eight total colleges that are considered to be Ivy League. These schools are Brown, Harvard, Cornell, Princeton, Dartmouth, Yale, and Columbia universities and the University of Pennsylvania. Of all institutions of higher learning, these elite schools are considered to be the most outstanding and the most sought-after in terms of acceptance and graduation.
The term “Ivy League” came about in 1954 when the NCAA athletic conference for Division I was formed. At the time, the elitism of these schools was really due to their prestige in the realm of sports like basketball. Although the term “Ivy League” was not created until the 1950s, many of these schools were in existence as far back as 1636, when John Harvard became the first benefactor of Harvard University.
Although this group of elite schools is considered to be part of one big league of the elite, there have been plenty of internal rivalries over the years. The sports that these colleges play were so popular that some teams began playing games in New York City so spectators could come from far away and watch the games. The popularity of both the athletes who played and the college team rivalries brought in a good deal of attention to the schools as well as revenue from ticket sales. There have also been academic rivalries between schools. Mostly, these rivalries are a matter of opinion in terms of which school has the most honor graduates, which schools offer the most prestigious scholarships, and what famous graduates have come from each school.
Each Ivy League college has its own unique accomplishments that make it important. All carry a certain reputation with them, and each school has programs that excel primarily in the medical and law fields, making them some of the most sought-after schools in the world. Their admission process is very selective, which helps the schools ensure that they only accept the best and brightest. Many famous people have graduated from Ivy League schools, including recent presidents George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama. This prestige leads many to believe that these colleges are only for the wealthy and elite. Often, companies look for Ivy League graduates as potential employees, usually preferred by law firms, medical facilities, and large corporations. It has long beencovetedto have earned a degree from an Ivy League school. Today, the Ivy League schools are still excellent in both academia and in sports, and they have left a legacy of higher education with an exceptional track record and reputation to go along with them.
12. Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?
A. Ivy League schools were initially famous for their reputation in sports.
B. Ivy League schools didn’t come into existence until the 1950s.
C. Ivy League schools do not compete with each other within the league.
D. Ivy League schools are most popular for their excellence in the medical and law fields.
13. Which of the following aspects is NOT mentioned in the passage?
A. The history of the Ivy League
B. The rivalry of the Ivy League
C. The accomplishments and cultural impacts of the Ivy League
D. The future development of the Ivy League
14. Why do many people believe that Ivy League colleges are only for the wealthy and elite?
A. Because they are the most sought-after schools in the world.
B. Because they have selective admission process to help ensure the quality of their students.
C. Because many famous people have graduated from Ivy League schools.
D. Because manycompanies look for Ivy League graduates as potential employees.
15. What does the underlined word “coveted” in the last paragraph probably mean?
A. advocated
B.Desired
C. restricted
D. sponsored
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Fear of missing out or FOMO is characterized by “a desire to stay continually connected with what others are doing”.
Researchers have found that FOMO leads us to check social media more frequently, leading to a negative cycle that can be hard to break.____16____Your mood will be easily influenced by others and your life starts to be controlled by the outside world. However, the situation can be improved if you take the following advice.
____17____Try to reduce our screen time, focus on building your own path to success and do what you like. Live in the moment, you will find nothing is missing out in our life!
It is common to post on social media to keep a record of the fun things you do.____18____If this is the case, you may try to keep a personal journal of your best memories, either online or on paper. Keeping a journal can help you to shift your focus from public approval to private appreciation of the things that make your life
great.____19____
You may find yourself seeking a greater connection when you are feeling depressed or anxious, and this is healthy. Feelings of loneliness are actually our brain’s way of telling us that we want to seek out greater connections with others and increase our sense of belonging.____20____Talking with families, making plans with a good friend, or creating a group outing that can help you to shake that feeling that you are missing out.
A. You actually can’t miss anything.
B. Especially the young are addicted to the social media.
C. Rather than focusing on what you lack, try noticing what you have.
D. This shift can sometimes help you to get out of the cycle of FOMO.
E. As a result, it will lead to feelings of depression, loneliness, and boredom.
F. However, you may find yourself noticing too much about people’s opinion on your experiences online.
G. Rather than connect with people on social media, why not arrange to meet up with someone in person?
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 disease had slowed me down. Then my granddaughter sent a cat to me. Honestly speaking, I fell in love with the cute little thing___21___when I first saw her.
"I'll___22___you Rainbow,” I said with a smile.
The next day I___23___some cat food and two toy mice in a pet shop. Rainbow went crazy over those___24___: she got them stuck under the desk or the sofa. Then she wouldn't stop meowing (喵喵叫)___25___I got them back for her. She'd bring the mice to me and demand that I throw them for her over and over again—she never felt___26___. She couldn’t feel the pain in my___27___.
Rainbow always got into troubles. She kept knocking over my plants or___28___my cups. I had to deal with the “___29___”. My back____30____with all the ups and downs of trying to keep up with Rainbow. But what was I supposed to do? I couldn’t bear the____31____of sending her away.
One day, I felt there was something____32____on my cheek. Rainbow，licking (舔) me, wanted breakfast. “OK, I get the____33____,” I said. I tried to lower my body to put her____34____in the bowl on the floor,____35____pain to spread from my back through my body. But it didn't. I felt____36____, After she finished eating, I bent down and____37____her bowl without having to hold on to the desk. She looked up at me and meowed, as if to say, "See? I'm____38____what the doctor ordered!”
Three years later, Rainbow still kept me moving and I began to____39____her play. I didn't want a cat, but
someone knew I____40____one.
21. A. frequently B. gradually C. finally D. immediately
22. A. return B. show C. call D. offer
23. A. cooked B. bought C. made D. borrowed
24. A. mice B. cats C. pets D. patients
25. A. when B. until C. if D. because
26. A. confused B. frightened C. bored D. annoyed
27. A. mouth B. eye C. head D. back
28. A. breaking B. repairing C. placing D. selling
29. A. topics B. expressions C. accidents D. diets
30. A. changed B. improved C. relaxed D. ached
31. A. preparation B. thought C. joke D. freedom
32. A. wet B. cold C. painful D. distant
33. A. guidance B. answer C. letter D. message
34. A. wood B. food C. toy D. medicine
35. A. expecting B. warning C. allowing D. forcing
36. A. taller B. smarter C. better D. fatter
37. A. cared about B. cleaned C. recognized D. picked up
38. A. still B. ever C. just D. never
39. A. avoid B. enjoy C. respect D. design
40. A. needed B. ignored C. earned D. saved
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
A Chinese v-logger (视频博主)____41.____has millions of international fans has given rise to debate on the methods used____42.____(promote) Chinese culture overseas.
Liziqi,____43.____Chinese internet celebrity (名人), has found herself at the center of Chinese social media as netizens discussedher contributions in promoting Chinese culture overseas. On Weibo, the topic of “whether Liziqi is promoting Chinese culture”____44.____(attract) 760 million views and 62,000 engagements since Monday.
Li’s videos focus on traditional Chinese food and country lifestyles of Chinese farmers. Li’s YouTube channel
has 7.43 million followers, more than BBC.
____45.____(globe) audiences have expressed their love for her videos and admiration for her rural life. Many have started referring to her____46.____a spokesperson for the Chinese country lifestyle.
Many Chinese fans recognize her success in promoting Chinese traditional culture. “Her videos show the beauty of Chinese culture____47.____(gentle) and vividly, which is much better than some traditional cultures products,” said one Chinese netizen. One of her videos____48.____(introduce) Chinese paper-making that____49.____(begin) to exist during the Han Dynasty has been viewed 7.07 million times on YouTube.
“Cultural promotion via official ways and civil recreational channels are equally important. We need to present good____50.____(story) about China from multiple dimensions (多维度)” Liang Yanmin, a professor at Beijing Language and Culture University, told the Times.
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：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。

Last Saturday , our school organize one-day field trip to Hongxing village. At 8 am, We took the school bus to Hongxing village,that lies in the western suburb of our city.When we arrived in, we were showing around the farm and learned about the modern methods of farming. On the farm, we picked off apples and experienced the happy of harvest. At noon, we tasted local food or experienced local customs. After dinner,they visited the newly-built houses to have good look at the new look of the countryside.
I learned a lot of knowledges that I can't get from the book. And I am extreme surprised at the changes of new countryside construction .
第二节书面表达（满分25分）
52.你校英文报“Growing Pains and Gains”栏目正在进行征文活动。

请高三的你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1.你感受到的压力；
2.你如何看待并应对的。

注意：
1.写作词数应为80左右；
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Live with Pressure
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________
参考答案
1. B
2. D
3. B
4. C
5. B
6. D
7. B
8. A 9. D 10. B 11. C
12. A 13. D 14. C 15. B
16. E 17. C 18. F 19. D 20. G
21. D 22. C 23. B 24. A 25. B 26. C 27. D 28. A 29. C 30. D 31. B 32.
A 33. D 34.
B 35. A 36.
C 37.
D 38. C 39. B 40. A
41. who##that
42. to promote
43. a 44. has attracted
45. Global 46. as
47. gently 48. introducing
49. began 50. stories
51.(1).organize→organized
(2).that→which
(3).去掉arrived后的in
(4).showing→showed/shown
(5).happy→happiness
(6).or→and
(7).they→we
(8).have后加a
(9).knowledges→knowledge
(10).extreme→extremely
52.略。