2020-2021学年南京市第三高级中学高三英语三模试题及参考答案

2020-2021学年南京市第三高级中学高三英语三模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

Come and enjoy Vivaldi's TheFour Seasonsperformed by live musicians!

Tickets

△Zone A Sating (Excellent Visibility, $75)

△Zone B Seating (Great Visibility, $60)

△Zone C Seating (Good Visibility, $45)

△Zone D Seating (Restricted Visibility, 30)

Zone A and Zone B audiences will get the chance to take pictures with the performers on the stage after the show.

Highlights

* A beautiful venue bathed in candlelight.

*Classical music performance by the Angel Strings quartet

*A safe and socially-distanced event, ensuring you are comfortable and at ease.

General Info

*Dates and times: Various dates, at 6:30 pm and 8:30 pm (select during purchase).

*How long: 65 minutes. Doors open 45 minutes before the start time. We recommend you arrive at least 30 minutes before the start of the event, as late entry is not permitted.

*Where: Events on Oxlade

*Age requirement: Must be 8 years old or older to attend. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

*Please note: The 6:30 pm seating will take place during daylight hours outdoors, and the space will not be that dark. In the case of rain, the event will be moved to the indoor area of the venue.

Description

Whether you're looking for a beautifully unique classical music performance or a romantic candlelit experience, this performance is for you. You don't need to know all things about Vivaldi to enjoy the evening; simply sit back and admire the wonderful atmosphere and the pieces you'll hear.

Join our musicians for an evening under the stars, and prepare to be taken into the clouds with Vivaldi' s most treasured masterpieces!

1.What can someone with a $45 ticket do?

A.Perform on the stage.

B.Enjoy good visibility.

C.Select a seat in Zone B.

D.Take photos with the musicians.

2.What should potential audiences keep in mind?

A.Arrive at the venue on time.

B.Learn about Vivaldi in advance.

C.The performance lasts 45 minutes.

D.The event will be canceled if it rains.

3.What do we know about the 8:30 p.m. performance?

A.It welcomes children under the age of 8.

B.Its performers differ on different dates.

C.Its stage will be decorated with candles.

D.It will be shown in the indoor area of the venue.

B

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