2020-2021学年河北正定第一中学高三英语月考试题及答案解析

2020-2021学年河北正定第一中学高三英语月考试题及答案解析
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
Sahara Marathon 2021-Around the World
The Sahara Marathon is organized by the Saharawi Ministry of Youth and Sports and a group of volunteers from different countries. During the last twenty years, thousands of runners from all continents have traveled to the Algerian desert to live the experience provided by this race and to bond with refugee families. In this unique edition of 2021, the experience will be different. The race will be held in a virtual way and the donations collected through the event will go to the most needy families in the Saharawi Camps of Tindouf.
Rules of the 2021 Sahara Marathon
Participation
All those people over 16 years of age (16 included) may take part in this virtual competition, as long as they are correctly registered, both in time and in form. The registered runner must download the Official Sahara Marathon APP to take the race.
Distance and Travel
The distance options selectable in the APP are: 5k, 10k, 21k and 42k. As it is a virtual test, it is very important to make sure that the chosen route allows good mobile coverage for the correct functioning of the GPS. Registration
Registration has a cost of 15 euros, which includes participation in the race and a donation of 5 euros to refugee families. Participants can, if they choose, purchase the official pack of the test (T-shirt, scar, and bib) for the price of 25 euros.
Acceptance
Registration is personal and non-transferable and implies acceptance of these regulations. Runners who are not registered or run without the APP will not be admitted.
1. What can we learn about the 2021 Sahara Marathon?
A. It is a big family event.
B. It provides a virtual tour.
C. It raises money for charity.
D. It will be held in the desert.
2. How much should a runner pay if he wants to register for the race?
A. 15 euros.
B. 20 euros.
C. 25 euros.
D. 40 euros.
3. What are runners required to do in the race?
A. Choose safe routes.
B. Wear casual clothes.
C. Run with the official app.
D. Transfer registration in time.
B
In the U. S., speaking more than one language fluently is not very common except in Los Angeles, California.
The city has one of the largest population in the U. S. of young people between the ages of 18 and 34. This generation is often called millennials (新千年一代). More than half of millennials in Los Angeles are bilingual (双语的), which means they speak more than one language.
Maria Elena Burgos is cooking a Mexican breakfast. She says making Mexican food is just one of the many traditions in her home. Another is speaking Spanish to her children.
“We want them to be bilingual. We want to keep the Spanish somewhere in their learning too, not only at home.”
When Ms Burgos first came to the United States from Mexico, she learned English. She knew her children would learn English quickly. So she wanted them to speak Spanish at home and study the language at school.
She says being bilingual will give them more opportunities in the future. Knowing Spanish also means the children can talk with their s in Mexico.
“When we had our children, one of the decisions we as parents made was to name them with a name that was easily pronounced in English and Spanish.”
Elizabeth wants to know her family’s culture.” “The culture-to go back to our roots because that’s part of who we are.”
Monica wants to pass on the culture to her children
“It’s nice to know our culture and then to be able to pass it onto our children and grand-children and everyone to let them know where we come from.”
And, Monica says she does not speak only English and Spanish. She has even learned some Korean in school.
4. Which of the following is a tradition of Maria?
A. Cooking breakfast for her s.
B. Talking with her children in Spanish.
C. Talking with her s in Spanish.
D. Forcing her children to speak Spanish.
5. What can be inferred from Monica’s words?
A. She doesn’t care where she comes from.
B. She looks forward to learning Spanish.
C. Everyone should know his own culture.
D. She doesn’t like American culture.
6. Which of the following is mentioned about children speaking more languages?
A. It can give children more chances in the future.
B. It can make children feel proud before their friends.
C. It can give the children a chance to go to a good college.
D. It can let children go to the places where they want to go.
7. What’s the main purpose of this passage?
A. To entertain the readers with a funny story.
B. To inform the readers of a shocking experiment result.
C. To encourage more persons to learn a second language.
D. To tell a truth that many people in Los Angeles are bilingual.
C
Italy's fashion capital is gray — not only because of the blocks of stone buildings，but also due to its often-gray sky, which traps pollution. ButMilannow wants to change it.
The city has an ambitious plan to plant 3 million new trees by 2030 - a move that experts say could offer relief from the city's hot weather. Some projects have already contributed to environmental improvements. Architect Stefano Boeri’s Vertical Forest residential (居民的) tower, completed in 2014, aims to improve not only air quality but the quality of life for Milan residents. Boeri created a smallisland of greenery in the heart ofMilan, filling every balcony with plants that absorb carbon dioxide.
“I think forestation is one of the best chances that we have today. It is one of the most effective ways we have to fight climate change, because everyone can plant trees, Boeri said.
Damiano Di Simine, a member of the environmental group Legambiente , said the greenMilanproject will lower temperatures in a city where the nighttime temperature can be 6 degrees Celsius higher than in the surrounding area. City show thatMilanexperiences 35 hot nights a year. Because the city lies close to theAlps, Milin gets very little wind to lower the city's temperatures. "Planting trees will help this," Di said.
TheVerticalForesthas attracted more than 20 species of birds. And the shade provided by the 800 trees and
15,000 plants means that residents rarely have to put on air conditioning, even in hot summers. TheVerticalForest's total greenery- can absorb 30 metric tons of carbon dioxide every year. The presence of green trees has a very important effect on people's health and psychological state, as has already been proved.
8. What change doesMilanplan to make?
A. Planting more trees.
B. Creating a new fashion style.
C. Pulling down more gray stone buildings.
D. Doing more surveys to study global wanning.
9. What's Boeri's opinion on the city's plan?
A. It costs a lot.
B. It is unpractical.
C. It fails to attract people's attention.
D. It is helpful to fight against climate change.
10. What is Di Simine's attitude toward the city's plan?
A. Doubtful.
B. Supportive.
C. Disappointed.
D. Unconcerned.
11. What does the last paragraph focus on?
A. Specifics of the city's plan.
B. Challenges faced by the city.
C. The aim of theVerticalForestproject.
D. The positive effect of theVerticalForestproject.
D
Every day in the United States animals are beaten, ignored, or forced to struggle for survival. Left in poor conditions with no food or water, they have little hope as they live out their days without the mercy they deserve. Some are found and rescued, given the chance to experience how great life and humans can be; others aren't so lucky. To grow as a nation, we must fight for these abused(受虐待的) animals’ rights and seriously punish heartless owners.
One of the first steps in protecting animals and creating effective cruelty laws is to know what animal cruelty actually is. There are two categories: passive cruelty and active cruelty. The first involves acts of omission, meaning the abuse happens as a result of ignorance or lack of action. Passive cruelty might seem less serious, but
that is not the case; it can lead to terrible pain and suffering, and finally death. Examples include starvation, inadequate shelter in extreme weather conditions, and the failure to get medical care. Passive cruelty is sometimes due to the owner's ignorance, so many animal control officers will first try to educate ignorant owners on how to properly care for animals before giving them a citation(传票) or putting them in prison.
Active cruelty, on the other hand, is more well-known and disturbing. Sometimes referred to as non-accidental injury, this type of abuse involves purposeful harm on an animal in order to feel more powerful or gain control. Active cruelty against animals should be taken very seriously, since it can be a sign that a person has serious psychological issues and may commit more acts of violence---possibly against humans.
It is hard to tell just what drives people to harm innocent animals. Most animal abusers find some sort of achievement or power in torturing a victim that they know can't fight back. While not all animal abusers become serial killers, it is important to take every case seriously.
As a nation we need to make it our right to come together and ensure the safety of our beloved pets. As Margaret Mead once said, “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.”
12. What is the first step to do with the passive cruelty abusers?
A. To throw them into prison.
B. To bring the case to the court.
C. To teach them how to treat animals.
D. To give them a strong warning.
13. We can learn from Para.3 that active cruelty ______.
A. is actually a sign of power or control
B. has been taken seriously in the nation
C. may lead to serious psychological problems
D. may cause acts of violence against humans
14. What is the author’s attitude towards animal cruelty?
A. Uncertain.
B. Doubtful.
C. Concerned.
D. Pessimistic.
15. The author wrote this passage to ______.
A. warn those heartless pet owners
B. tell people the harm of animal cruelty
C. explain the reasons why people harm animals
D. call on people to fight for the abused animals
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
A little kindness goes a long way. Here are four ways to include acts of kindnessinto your next family vacation.
※Pack an attitude of thankfulness.
Leave impatience behind and offer thanks to those you meet along the way.From bus drivers to tour guides, encourage kids to say "thank you".___16___If you love your hotel stay or ship experience, leave a note congratulating the whole crew for a job well done.
※Notice everything around you
Encourage kids to take note of the elderly or the disabled who might be standing in a crowded bus or hall while the young sit in chairs. Discuss how offering a seat or opening a door can be helpful.___17___※Pack with a purpose
___18___The organization Pack for a Purpose works in 60 countries to help travelers contribute to those in need. Whether you put pencils, a soccer ball or a book in your bag, you and your family will return home knowing you've helped spread kindness beyond your own backyard.
※___19___
Research your destination (目的地) to determine if there is a chance to combine healthy exercise with the chance to give back in your destination. Askyou hotel about chances or connect with the local tourism organization for ideas.___20___If there is a charity (慈善团体) you support or have interest in at home, give them a call to see if they can provide a phone number at your destination.
A. Do regularexercise every day.
B. Walk, run or bike for charity
C. Consider leaving a handwritten note along with your tip
D. Encourage the parents managing a noisy child to go ahead in line.
E. Teaching kids to be grateful has a positive influence on their health.
F. Search for a local animal protection organization to help homeless animals.
G. Bring necessary things that will make a difference in the lives of others on your trip.
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Since every Saturday is cleaning day, I thought I'd use this moment to teach my kids housework.
On our first cleaning day,Sebastian started with good_____21_____. He took a cloth to the kitchen but
soongot_____22_____by our biggest knife. I got to stop him before he_____23_____himself. Sebastian is only seven.
Tashi, who's sixteen, came out of her bedroom at noon. I told Tashi sweeping was her_____24_____. "Fine," she said, and she went to the bathroom. Forty minutes passed before she finished a really_____25_____area.
How can my kids be so_____26_____at cleaning?
Of course, I knew. For sixteen years, Tashi's father has been_____27_____for her. Sixteen years! Every morning, I pick up Sebastian's towel because it's just_____28_____than asking him to do it.
The thing is, I don't remember learning much about cleaning from my_____29_____. My parents were hands-off. My mom was always there,_____30_____after school I made my own snack. I got no_____31_____with homework. If I wanted a new tennis racket(球拍), I had to_____32_____cars in the neighborhood.
Maybe kids learn to clean not from learning_____33_____to clean, but by having the freedom to learn how to do things_____34_____their own.
Now, I ask the kids to do some_____35_____by themselves because Ithink they would somehow_____36_____how to do simple things. I can't say the kids do their chores_____37_____or well. But they are in charge of their own dirty laundry.
Then yesterday, I got a small_____38_____. After I went grocery shopping, I told the kids to unload the car, then I went to the bathroom. When I came out, I heard Tashi_____39_____at Sebastian: Help me put the things away. You can't_____40_____Mom to do everything."
21. A. humor B. energy C. regret D. doubt
22. A. confused B. touched C. attracted D. encouraged
23. A. hurt B. found C. expressed D. taught
24. A. grade B. mistake C. belief D. responsibility
25. A. small B. hard C. local D. low
26. A. bad B. good C. angry D. expert
27. A. taking up B. cleaning up C. breaking out D. turning out
28. A. cooler B. easier C. braver D. funnier
29. A. neighbors B. colleagues C. s D. parents
30. A. or B. so C. but D. and
31. A. goal B. help C. ambition D. strength
32. A. wash B. buy C. drive D. borrow
33. A. who B. when C. where D. how
34. A. by B. as C. to D. on
35. A. tests B. sports C. housework D. research
36. A. inform B. ask C. know D. ignore
37. A. equally B. physically C. traditionally D. willingly
38. A. dream B. win C. pain D. question
39. A. aiming B. looking C. yelling D. knocking
40. A. expect B. permit C. remind D. inspire
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
When foreigners come toChina, they may be ___41._____ (surprise) at Chinese’s special fondness and preference for seals. To Chinese, seals are an art of deep cultural roots,____42.____combines the essence of both calligraphy(书法) and sculpture and inspires generations to study, to appreciate and to collect.
It is believed that seals came out as early ____43.____8,000 years ago after our ancestors could make pottery wares(陶瓷)and had private property. They tried to make marks on ____44.____ (they) own possessions to prevent them from being stolen. When the first dynasty ____45.____ (found),the king began to use seals to empower(授权)and to show lordly credits. Only the king’s special seal was then called “Xi”, ___46._____ (represent) the highest authority. The first emperor ofChina, Qin Shi Huang, had his “Xi” ____47.____ (make) out of the invaluable and beautiful jade “Heshi Bi”.
Then the local governments also needed seals for ____48.____ same function. Meanwhile, private seals were carved in a variety of lucky ____49.____ (character)and vivid animal patterns. ____50.____ (gradual). the sphragistics(印章学) came into being.
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；
只允许修改10处,多者（从第11处起）不计分。

I have learned that volunteers for Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games is needed. I’m writing to apply to this position. As a native of Beijing, I think it is a privilege and duty for me to offer the best voluntary service to our foreign guests and meanwhile promoting Chinese culture. I believe I’m equally to the job. I have good command of English and I’m confident in giving players guidance and help as requiring. What’s more, I have a knowledge of winter sports, which they will prove helpful in communicating with players. However, I have been involved in several international exchange programs, but enjoy spreading our culture to foreigners.
I would appreciate it if you could offer me the opportunities. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours sincerely,
Li Hua 第二节书面表达（满分25分）
52.假如你是李华，为了缅怀中国杂交水稻之父袁隆平，你们学校上周五组织全体学生收看了电影《袁隆平》，并以班级为单位交流了观后感。

请你给学校英文报写一篇文章介绍这次活动。

内容包括：
1.活动简介；
2.同学们的感受。

注意：1.词数100左右；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

参考词汇：杂交水稻之父Father of Hybrid Rice
参考答案
1. C
2. A
3. C
4. B
5. C
6. A
7. D
8. A 9. D 10. B 11. D
12. C 13. D 14. C 15. D
16. C 17. D 18. G 19. B 20. F
21. B 22. C 23. A 24. D 25. A 26. A 27. B 28. B 29. D 30. C 31. B 32.
A 33. D 34. D 35. C 36. C 37. D 38.
B 39.
C 40. A
41. surprised 42. which 43. as 44. their 45. was founded 46. representing 47. made 48. the 49. characters 50. Gradually
51.(1). is→are
(2). to→for
(3). promoting→promote
(4). equally→equal
(5). good前加a
(6). requiring→required
(7). 去掉they
(8). However→Besides/Morever/Furthermore/Additionally
(9). but→and
(10). opportunities→opportunity
52.略。