2020-2021学年云南省玉溪第一中学高三英语下学期期中考试试卷及参考答案

2020-2021学年云南省玉溪第一中学高三英语下学期期中考试试卷及
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
Some colleges have started offering their own gap year programs to support students who want to take a year off in a meaningful way. Below, we’ll look at four of these programs.
American University Gap Program
When to apply: By July 15 or November 15
Is there funding available? No.
In American University Gap Program, students spend three days per week with a government or business organization in the city. Students go on field trips, listen to guest speakers, take part in hands-on lessons and work on service projects as a group. Students who complete the program can earn seven credits.
Duke University Gap Year Program
When to apply: By early May of each year
Is there funding available? Yes, $5,000 to $15,000.
Though Duke University has no course of study or experience for its gap year program, it encourages students to have an independent plan for their year off, particularly one that promotes personal growth. Independent experiences may include community service, personalized experiential learning opportunities and others.
Florida State University Gap Year
When to apply: By February 24
Is there funding available? Yes, up to $5,000.
Florida State University offers gap year funding to students wishing to work or volunteer before starting college. In order to get the momey, students must explain their plans for their gap year. The experience must last over one year.
St Norbert College Bridge Year Experience
When to apply: not specified
Is there funding available? Not specified.
Students taking part in the Bridge Year Experience can travel to locations such as New Mexico, Wisconsin and
Guatemala during the fall term, where they learn about the local cultures, take courses and get service opportunities.
1.What does Duke University advise students to do during their gap year?
A.Focus on their personal growth.
B.Be independent of their parents.
C.Apply before the end of November.
D.Contact some off-campus organization.
2.How can students get gap year funding from Florida State University?
A.By having extra credits.
B.By organizing several projects.
C.By showing their gap plans.
D.By doing volunteer work.
3.If you are interested in travelling, you can choose ________.
A.Florida State University Gap Year
B.American University Gap Program
C.Duke University Gap Year Program
D.St. Norbert College Bridge Year Experience
B
Researchers at CU Boulder have developed a wearable device that changes the human body into a biological battery. The device is stretchy(弹性的) enough that you can wear it like a ring, sport band or any other thing that touches your skin. It also taps into a person's natural heat-employing thermoelectric generators to change the body's internal temperature into electricity. "In the future, we want to be able to power your wearable electronics without having to include a battery," said Jianliang Xiao, an associate professor at CU Boulder.
The concept may sound like something out of The Matrix film series, in which a race of robots have enslaved humansto harvest their precious organic energy. Xiao and his colleagues aren't that ambitious: Their devices can generate about 1 volt (伏特) of energy for every square centimeter of skin space-less volt per area than what most existing batteries provide but stillenough to power electronics like watches or fitness trackers.
Scientists have previously experimented with similar wearable devices, but Xiao's is stretchy, can heal itself when damaged and is fully recyclable-making it a cleaner alternative to traditional electronics. "Whenever you use a battery, you're depleting(消耗) that battery and will, eventually, need to replace it," Xiao said. "The nice thing about our device is that you can wear it, and it provides you with constant power."
Just pretend that you're out for a jog. As you exercise, your body heats up, and thatheat will radiate out to the cool air around you. Xiao's device captures that flow of energy rather than let it go to waste. "The thermoelectric generators are in close contact with the human body, and they can use the heat that would
normally be sent into the environment," Xiao said.
4. What does Xiao expect of his device at present?
A. It will be used for medical purposes.
B. It will be made smaller and wearable.
C. It will change natural power into electricity.
D. It will supply constant power to wearable devices.
5. Why does the author mentionThe Matrixseries in the text?
A. To give an explanation.
B. To make a comparison.
C. To introduce a topic.
D. To analyze the cause.
6. What does the third paragraph mainly talk about?
A. The strengths of Xiao's device.
B. The convenience of using a battery.
C. The replacement of wearable devices.
D. The development of traditional electronics.
7. What do we know about Xiao's device from the text?
A. It operates with plenty of power.
B. It is designed for practical use.
C. It benefits people's health in a way.
D. It's based on traditional electronics.
C
36-year-old Juan Dual likes to joke that he’s empty inside. Juan’s story began when he was only 13. It was then that he was diagnosed with a terrible disease, which left him with a 99.8% chance of developing cancer of the digestive system. At age 19, right after finishing high-school, Juan underwent a tough operation to take away his colon and rectum. Sadly, it was only the beginning. By age 28, Juan’s disease had affected his stomach and gallbladder so he had to go under the knife again.
Having just recovered from several serious surgeries, Juan Dual decided to accept the invitation of some friends of his parents and travel to Japan. It was there that things started to change for the better. He didn’t speak a word of Japanese, so he spent most of his time walking his dog. One day, the dog pulled harder, and Juan realized that he was still able to jog, and he started to do just that.
Months later, he found himself working in a small, peaceful town in England. There was little in terms of
entertainment, but the town was surrounded by hills, so he devoted even more of his time to running. He befriended some like-minded folks and told them what he’d been through, and they seemed amazed at the fact that he was still alive, let alone that he was pushing himself to exercise. That’s when the idea of focusing on motivating others took root in his mind.
With the help of Pepa, a nutritionist, Juan Dual slowly relearned how to eat to keep his energy level high enough to sustain him during physical activity. Eight months after his last operation, he finished the Barcelona half marathon in two hours. He then started training for mountain running and ultra-marathons.
8. Why does Juan Dual say he is empty inside?
A. Because he has no desire for anything.
B. Because he doesn’t have much knowledge.
C. Because he always suffers from great hunger.
D. Because many of his organs have been removed.
9. What made Juan Dual aware that he could still run?
A. His parents’ support.
B. A walk with his dog.
C. The idea of challenging himself.
D. His quick recovery from surgeries.
10. When did Juan Dual decide to inspire others with his story?
A. After finishing the Barcelona half marathon.
B After being introduced to a nutritionist named Pepa.
C. After sharing it with his friends in an English town.
D. After making friends with people with similar sufferings.
11. Which of the following words can best describe Juan Dual?
A. Ambitious and intelligent.
B. Inspiring and responsible.
C. Unfortunate but determined.
D. Confident but stubborn.
D
In June, 2021, a group of students from eight high schools in Winnipeg, the capital of Canada’s Manitoba province, will begin test-launching (试发射) a satellite the size of a Rubik’s cube.
The one-kilogram Win-Cube satellite, named for its home city and its shape, will be put into low orbit. Once in space, it can perform for a few months or up to several years, communicating information that could help find the signs of earthquakes.
There are 80 similar satellite projects worldwide, but this is the first high-school based program of its kind in Canada. 30 Manitoba high school students are having a hand in designing and building the satellite, in cooperation
with aerospace (航空航天的) experts and 10 students from the University of Manitoba, and with support from two other organizations.
The Win-Cube project is not something that goes on a piece of paper; it is real-world engineering, allowing high school students to have an opportunity to learn more about the exciting world of engineering through their participation in this challenging program. It is also taken as a wonderful example of the unique partnerships within Manitoba. Designing, building and launching a satellite with high-school participation will bring this world-class educational project into reality and Manitoba closer to space
“These Manitoba high school students deserve congratulations for their enthusiasm, innovation (创新), and a strong love for discovery,” said Education, Citizenship and Youth Minister Peter Bjomson. “We want to make science more relevant, interesting and attractive to high school students by showing them how classroom studies can relate to practical experience in the workplace or, in this case, in space,” Bjomson added.
The Win-Cube program is mainly aimed at inspiring a strong desire for discovery on the part of the students. It also shows Manitoba’s devotion to research and innovation and the development of a skilled workforce—all important drivers of knowledge-based economic growth.
12. What can we learn from Mr. Bjomson? .
A. Those Manitoba high school students are worth praising.
B. The study of space can be practically made in classrooms.
C. Manitoba high schools are famous for the study of space.
D. Scientific research is too far away from high school students.
13. What is the primary purpose of the project ? .
A. To find the early signs of earthquakes.
B. To relate studies to practical.
C. To help high school students study real-world engineering.
D. To inspire a strong desire for discovery among the students.
14. According to the passage, what can we know about the Win-Cube satellite? .
A. It is named after Manitoba and its shape.
B. It is intended for international communication.
C. It is designed like a Rubik’s cube both in shape and size.
D. It is challenged by university students around the world.
15. What may be the best title for the passage?
A. Manitoba School
B. Win-Cube Program
C. Space Co-operation
D. Satellite Launching
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The World Health Organization(WHO)has the following advice to protect yourself from being infected with the coronavirus or other flu-like diseases.
___16___Clean your hands often and carefully with an alcohol-based hand cleaner or wash them with soap and water. Washing your hands kills viruses that may be on your hands.
Keep social distancing. ___17___When someone coughs or sneezes, he releases small drops of liquid from his mouth or nose which may contain the viruses. If you are too close, you can breathe in the liquid, including the COVID-19 virus if the person coughing has the disease.
Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth. Your handstouch many surfaces where viruses can survive up to nine days. Once contaminated(弄脏), hands can carry the viruses to your eyes, nose or mouth.___18___ Promote respiratory hygiene(呼吸道卫生). Make sure that you cover your mouth and nose with your elbow or facial tissue when you cough or sneeze.___19___
If you have a fever, a cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical care early. Stay home if you feel unwell, even with mild signs of infection such as headache and slight runny nose, until you recover. If you have a fever, a cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention, and follow the directions of your local health official.___20___This will also help to prevent possible spread of the coronavirus and other viruses.
A. Wash your hands frequently.
B. Then throw away the used tissue in a specially provided dustbin immediately.
C. If not, you are bound to be in a horrible condition.
D. Stay home and never participate in any social activities.
E. From there, the viruses can enter your body and can make you sick.
F. Stay at least one meter away from anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
G. Calling ahead will permit the health official to quickly direct you to the right health facility.
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Something extraordinary happened at LA airport today. I was at the gate,___21___to get on my plane toPortland. Suddenly, a___22___boy who looked to be eighteen months was having a total breakdown(崩
溃),___23___between the seats, kicking(踢)and screaming(尖叫), then lying on the ground, refusing to board the___24___.
His young mom, who was clearly pregnant(怀孕的)and traveling___25___with her son, became completely___26___. She couldn't___27___her son because he was lying down on the ground, kicking and___28___. The mother finally sat down on the floor and put her___29___in her hands, with her son next to her.
Then, this gorgeous(极好的)thing happened. Six or seven____30____in the airport approached and____31____the poor mother and thelittle boy. We knelt down and formed a circle. I sangThe Itsy Bitsy Spiderto the little boy. One woman had a little____32____in her bag that she let the boy play with, another woman gave the mom a newly-bought____33____of water. Someone else____34____the mom to get the kid's cup out of her bag and give it to him. It was so____35____, because there was no____36____and no one knew anyone else, but we were able to calm them both down, and she got her child on the plane.
After they____37____the door we all went back to our____38____seats and didn't talk about it We were strangers, gathering to____39____problems. It occurred to me that a circle of women, with a mission(使命), can____40____the world.
21. A. waiting B. begging C. leaving D. standing
22. A. clever B. little C. dirty D. hungry
23. A. dashing B. yelling C. running D. listening
24. A. boat B. taxi C. train D. plane
25. A. angrily B. freshly C. alone D. lonely
26. A. lost B. careful C. grateful D. old
27. A. set up B. take in C. put down D. pick up
28. A. speaking B. screaming C. jumping D. laughing
29. A. shoulder B. head C. eyes D. ears
30. A. women B. people C. professors D. members
31. A. talked B. neglected C. questioned D. surrounded
32. A. dog B. toy C. gun D. coat
33. A. cup B. bowl C. bag D. bottle
34. A. refused B. forced C. helped D. allowed
35. A. boring B. dangerous C. gorgeous D. interesting
36. A. discussion B. need C. time D. room
37. A. looked into B. turned into C. went through D. heard of
38. A. priceless B. wood C. common D. separate
39. A. solve B. produce C. analyze D. forget
40. A. destroy B. save C. cheat D. win
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 I first arrived inChinafour years ago, I was just an exchange student who___41.___(speak) only English. Then at the end of the year-long program, I came up___42.___the idea of finishing my high school studies there. I was really attracted by Chinese language, culture and history and delighted in my new future,___43.___I neglected the academic challenge of competing school in Chinese language. It___44.___(consider) by many to be one of the most difficult languages to learn. Once I even received the___45.___(bad) mark in my class and people around me doubted I would ever graduate. In order to avoid___46.___(lose) my confidence, I worked hard and was not afraid of my mistakes___47.___(correct). On the day before my final examination, I took___48.___small walk near my home, I played back everything___49.___was related to my school life inChinaand people who helped me in my head. With the encouragement and great efforts, I____50.____(eventual) passed it with a good grade.
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 visited the Summer Palace with my friend Jack yesterday. We called a Didi taxi and it wasn’t longer before we arrived. Jack couldn’t wait to take up photos on seeing the wonderfully scenery there. It was then when he realized his camera was gone. He searched everywhere and couldn’t find it. Suddenly it strikes me that he must have left it in the taxi. Therefore, I got in touch the taxi firm at once. Half a hour later, the camera was sending back. All of us appreciated the driver. Jack and I enjoyed ourselves the rest of the day.
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。

My school had a tradition. Every year during the eighth grade graduation, a beautiful gold and green jacket with the winner’s name was awarded to the student who had maintained the highest grade for eight years.
I fully expected to win that jacket. I had been a straight A plus student since the first grade. But because I was born in a poor farmer’s family, I couldn’t afford a sports school jacket. This scholarship jacket was my only chance.
One day I was almost back at my classroom’s door when I heard angry voices and arguing. I stopped. I recognized the voices: Mr. Schmidt,my history teacher, and Mr. Boone, the headmaster. They seemed to be arguing about me. “I refuse to do it! I don’t care who her father is. Her grades can never compare to Martha’s. I won’t lie or falsify records.” That was Mr. Schmidt and he sounded very angry. Mr. Boone’s voice sounded quiet. “...Martha is Mexican...won’t do it...” Hearing that, my eyes watered.
The next day, the headmaster called me into the office. He looked uncomfortable. I looked him straight in the eyes, but he looked away. “Martha,” he said, “There’s been a change in policy this year regarding the scholarship jacket. As you know, it has always been free. This year the Board decided to charge fifteen dollars. So if you cannot afford it, it will be given to …”
“I’ll speak to my dad about it first, sir,” I interrupted,“I will let you know tomorrow.” With these words, I rushed out and cried on the walk home.
When I got home, my dad was busy. I approached him and said nervously in Spanish, which was the only language he could speak, “Dad, the headmaster said this year the scholarship jacket was going to cost 15 dollars. Can you give me the money?” After a few minutes’ silence, my dad turned to me and asked quietly, “If you pay for the jacket, do you think it is still a scholarship? Tell your headmaster we will not pay.” I was angry with his words, but I knew he was right.
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。

I dragged into the headmaster’s office the next day, but this time he looked me in the eyes.
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At the end of the day, I met Mr. Schmidt, who smiled, “Congratulations.”
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _
参考答案
1. A
2. C
3. D
4. D
5. B
6. A
7. B
8. D 9. B 10. C 11. C
12. A 13. D 14. C 15. B
16. A 17. F 18. E 19. B 20. G
21. A 22. B 23. C 24. D 25. C 26. A 27. D 28. B 29. B 30. A 31. D 32.
B 33. D 34.
C 35. C 36. A 37. C 38.
D 39. A 40. B
41. spoke
42. with 43. but
44. is considered
45. worst 46. losing
47. being corrected
48. a 49. that
50. eventually
51.(1).longer→long
(2).去掉up
(3). wonderfully→ wonderful
(4).when→that
(5).and→but
(6). strikes→struck
(7).在touch后加with
(8).a→an
(9).sending→sent
(10). All→Both
52.略。