高三英语练习题(十九)

高三英语练习题（十九）
一、阅读理解
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“Indeed,” George Washington wrote in his diary in 1785, “some kind of fly, or bug, had begun to eat the leaves before I left home.” But the father of America was not the father of bug. When Washington wrote that, Englishmen had been referring to insects as bugs for more than a century, and Americans had already created lightning-bug. But the English were soon to stop using the bugs in their language, leaving it to the Americans to call a bug a bug in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.
The American bug could also be a person, referring to someone who was crazy about a particular activity. Although fan became the usual term, sports fans used to be called racing bugs, baseball bugs, and the like.
Or the bug could be a small machine or object, for example, a bug-shaped car. The bug could also be a burglar alarm, from which comes the expression to bug, that is, “to install an alarm”. Now it means a small piece of equipment that people use for listening secretly to others’ conversation. Since the 1840s, to bug has long meant “to cheat”, and since the 1940s it has been annoying.
We also know the bug as a flaw in a computer program or other design. That meaning dates back to the time of Thomas Edison. In 1878 he explained bugs as “little problems and difficulties” that required months of study and labor to overcome in developing a successful product. In 1889 it was recorded that Edison “had been up the two previous nights discovering ‘a bug’ in his invented record player.”
21．We learn from Paragraph 1 that ________.
A．Americans had difficulty in learning to use the word bug
B．George Washington was the first person to call an insect a bug
C．the word bug was still popularly used in English in the nineteenth century
D．both Englishman and Americans used the word bug in the eighteenth century
22．What does the word “flaw” in the last paragraph probably mean?
A．Explanation. B．Finding. C．Origin. D．Fault.
23．The passage is mainly concerned with ________.
A．the misunderstanding of the word bug B．the development of the word bug
C．the public views of the word bug D．the special characteristics of the word bug
B
The meaning of silence varies among cultural groups.Silences may be thoughtful, or they may be empty when a person has nothing to say. A silence in a conversation may also show stubbornness, uneasiness, or worry. Silence may be viewed by some cultural groups as extremely uncomfortable; therefore attempts may be made to fill every gap(间隙) with conversation. Persons in other cultural groups value silence and view it as necessary for understanding a person's needs.
Many Native Americans value silence and feel it is a basic part of communicating among people, just as some traditional Chinese and Thai persons do. Therefore, when a person from one of these cultures is speaking and suddenly stops, what may be implied(暗示) is that the person wants the listener to consider what has been said before continuing.In these cultures, silence is a call for reflection.
Other cultures may use silence in other ways, particularly when dealing with conflicts among people or in relationships of people with different amounts of power. For example, Russian, French, and Spanish persons may use silence to show agreement between parties about the topic under discussion. However, Mexicans may use silence when instructions are given by a person in authority rather than be rude to that person by arguing with him or her. In still another use, persons in Asian cultures may view silence as a sign of respect, particularly to an elder or a person in authority.
Nurses and other care-givers need to be aware of the possible meanings of silence when they come across the personal anxiety their patients may be experiencing. Nurses should recognize their own personal and cultural construction of silence so that a patient’s silence is not interrupted too early or allowed to go on unnecessarily. A nurse who understands the healing(治愈) value of silence can use this understanding to assist in the care of patients from their own and from other cultures.
24．What does the author say about silence in conversations?
A．It implies anger. B．It promotes friendship.
C．It is culture-specific. D．It is content-based.
25．Which of the following people might regard silence as a call for careful thought?
A．The Chinese. B．The French.
C．The Mexicans. D．The Russians.
26．What does the author advise nurses to do about silence?
A．Let it continue as the patient pleases. B．Break it while treating patients.
C．Evaluate its harm to patients. D．Make use of its healing effects.
27．What may be the best title for the text?
A．Sound and Silence B．What It Means to Be Silent
C．Silence to Native Americans D．Speech Is Silver; Silence Is Gold
C
This month, science fiction magazine Lights peed changed its normal publishing schedule to bring readers a special issue: “Women Destroy Science Fiction! ”
It’s more than just a collection of stories entirely edited and written by women. It’s an exhibition of all the ways in which women are writing—and have written.
Many of the stories will be considered the best hard science fiction even by the pickiest critics (评论家). For example, Tananarive Due’s Like Daughter deals with what happens when humans have easy access to cloning. The Unfathomable Sisterhood of Ick by Charlie Jane Anders takes place in a future where changing brain chemistry is as common as taking vitamins now.
However, it is also true that the authors are more focused on the relations between people, or between people and society, or changing cultural and gender roles. There are stories that refuse to stay firmly within science fiction borders. For example, James Tiptree Jr. ’s Love Is the Plan and the Plan Is Death is a mixture o f horror, mystery and even love, something not commonly seen in science fiction.
So are women destroying science fiction?
If your idea of science fiction is limited to the concept formed by works like Isaac Asimov’s Night Fall and Arthur Charles Clarke’s Childhood’s End, then many of the stories within these pages may well seem like devastation.
“But the stories we read and the stories we tell shape who we are, ” Pat Murphy once said in a famous speech back in 1991. “They also shape the culture they’re born into. Thus, if women keep writing such kind of science fiction, and keep calling it science fiction, the room for science fiction will expand. They will exist nicely beside other kinds of science fiction. ”
I cannot agree more. Women have the right to create a space for themselves within science fiction. one filled with their dreams, experiences and realities.
28．What is special about the latest edition of Lights peed?
A．All the stories are written by female novelists. B．It is a collection of the published love stories. C．It has been well received by most of the critics. D．Every story in it belongs to hard science fiction. 29．Which of the following can be considered non-science-fiction in a strict sense?
A．Like Daughter. B．The Unfathomable Sisterhood of Ick. C．Childhood’s End.D．Love Is the Plan and the Plan Is Death. 30．What does the underlined word “devastation” in paragraph 6 mean?
A．Destruction. B．Progress.
C．Contribution. D．Reward.
31．What did Pat Murphy mean in his speech?
A．Science fiction is an important part of our life. B．Women are unsuitable to write science fiction. C．The definition of science fiction should be expanded. D．Science fiction should focus mainly on future technologies.
D
In recent years, Hollywood has striven to attract the Chinese audience by inviting Chinese actors to make an appearance, shooting scenes in China, or showcasing elements of Chinese culture.
In Roland Emmerich’s latest sci-fi disaster movie Moon fall, a variety of Chinese elements, including the appearance of several conversations in the Chinese language, have impressed Chinese viewers, not to mention its visual effects. Opening on March 25 in China, Moon fall tells of how a team of heroes, including two seasoned astronauts, try to save Earth from the collision (碰撞) of the moon, driven by an unknown force. Emmerich already has a strong reputation, built on such blockbusters as 2012 and The Day After Tomorrow, a fact that has drawn the crowds. But the movie has also gained attention due to its easily identifiable Chinese elements.
An audience surnamed Zhao was impressed by the re-entry capsule used by the team at the end of their mission, Many fans of Chinese manned space missions believe that the capsule is “made in China”. Such capsul es have appeared in TV broadcast programs showing the successful landing of Chinese astronauts returning to Earth after their missions in space. Zhao said, “The Chinese are making contributions in the face of a disaster. This not only proves the unity of m ankind, but also shows the country’s international status and influence.”
“As its overall national strength grows, the influence of China’s science and technology output, as well as the
Chinese language, has been constantly improving,” said Rao Shuguang, p resident of the China Film Critics Association, Rao, however, pointed out that most Hollywood movies present Chinese elements in a symbolic way. “Many are not properly introducing true Chinese culture,” he said, “and there is still some room for improvemen t.”
Market observers expressed the hope that Hollywood can gain a deeper understanding of China and do a better job in cross cultural communication so as to present Chinese elements more actually.
32．What does the underlined word “striven” in paragraph 1 m ean?
A．Hated. B．Refused. C．Pretended. D．Struggled.
33．What may best attract Chinese audience to Moon fall?
A．Its noticeable Chinese elements. B．Its director and the interesting story line. C．The Hollywood’s powerful film production team.D．The superb cinematic stunts and beautiful scenes. 34．How did Zhao feel after watching the Moon fall?
A．Ridiculous. B．Annoyed. C．Proud. D．Indifferent.
35．What do market observers expect Hollywood to do?
A．Make more films about saving Earth. B．Further comprehend Chinese culture.
C．Meet satisfaction of the Chinese audience. D．Make more movies featuring scientific elements. 七选五
In recent years, science fictions are becoming increasingly popular. Science fiction writers using their magical imagination create imaginary worlds that attract a great number of readers especially teenagers. But how can they make it so believable? ____36____
The way things work in your imaginary worlds will be based on actual science. So you must be familiar with the scientific laws related to your creation. If you’re writing about humans living on a planet with zero gravity, then you need to know the effects of zero gravity on the human body. ____37____ Only in this way can you gain the readers’ trust.
Then the rules in your creation can be different from our daily life, so you have to figure out the exact rules of your imaginary worlds. ____38____ For example, if humans in your creation are able to breathe underwater in Chapter 1, your characters can’t drown(溺水)in a swimming pool or river in Chapter 3.
____39____ You should decide the following issues: the history of the world, the geography, what possibilities it offers, how everything works in this new reality, as well as how all of these factors affect the way your characters think, feel, and react. You don’t have to tell your readers all the rules in the first chapter. But you have to let readers know enough to understand what’s going on.
When you are writing, remember to make it feel real. You are creating a new real world for the readers. ____40____ They are able to see, hear, feel, smell, and even taste what it’s like in the new world. Whether your novel is about a world without disease or an undiscovered planet, help your readers feel like they’ re actually there.
A．And you have to follow them.
B．You are inviting them to visit the new world.
C．You have to get rich imagination to create science fictions.
D．Make sure what you are writing is not against basic science.
E．Characters in the imaginary worlds always have super power.
F．Here you will find the answer if you are longing to create one.
G．Your preparation work also involves planning everything in great detail.
完形填空
The doctor examined Nuala’s leg. Nuala tried not to cry, but it was a (n) ____41____. Her leg really ached. “How did y ou ____42____ yourself?” asked the doctor.
“I jumped off a swing,” said Nuala. “Is it ____43____?”
“It sure is,” said the doctor, holding out the X-ray. “See right here?”
Two hours later, Nuala left the hospital on crutches (拐杖). Her leg was in a cast (石膏). “What will I tell Ms. Chang? I shouldn’t have…” She felt a deep ____44____.
Ms. Chang was Nuala’s dance teacher. The spring dance performance was ____45____ two weeks away. Nuala’s cast would be on for at least six weeks!
“She’s going to be so ____46____ with me!” groaned Nuala. But Ms. Chang wasn’t. She said, “We’ll think of something.”
Nuala felt ____47____ going on stage with her crutches. “I look stupid,” she ____48____. “I can’t dance with these.”
“Have you ever heard of the ____49____, ‘The show must go on?’” said Ms. Chang. Together, they
_____50_____ the dance. They thought of how Nuala could move to the music. They brainstormed ways for her to dance on _____51_____.
The night of the _____52_____, Ms. Chang almost had to _____53_____ Nuala onto the stage. Nuala’s cast looked _____54_____ and awkward, but she went out and danced. At the end, the audience went wild clapping. They threw roses at Nuala’s feet! The show did _____55_____!
41．A．accident B．challenge C．burden D．escape
42．A．exercise B．protect C．hurt D．remind
43．A．alright B．broken C．complicated D．clear
44．A．loss B．regret C．sorrow D．disappointment
45．A．already B．nearly C．only D．still
46．A．angry B．bored C．careful D．strict
47．A．amazed B．confident C．dangerous D．foolish
48．A．announced B．admitted C．complained D．explained
49．A．expression B．lesson C．rule D．tradition
50．A．improved B．practiced C．replayed D．reviewed
51．A．crutches B．chairs C．hands D．wheels
52．A．concert B．contest C．game D．performance
53．A．invite B．lead C．push D．throw
54．A．big B．special C．hard D．unnecessary
55．A．settle down B．go on C．take off D．turn over
限训三语法
Peking Opera ____56____ (consider) as a national treasure in China, which dates back to over 200 years ago. The early Qing Dynasty saw the great ____57____ (develop) of this opera. It arose in the late 18th century and became ____58____ (full) developed and recognized by the mid-19th century. It is ____59____ form of traditional Chinese theatre which combines music, vocal performance, mime(哑剧), dance and acrobatics(杂技).
Peking Opera comes ____60____ four local operas, Hui Opera in Anhui, Han Opera in Hubei, Kun Opera in Jiangsu and Qingqiang in Shangxi. It has drawn the merits of these local operas and created its own style.
Speech, song, dance and combat ____61____ (be) the four classic performing arts in Peking Opera, ____62____ are also the basic skills for performers and are usually trained since the performers are very young. There are many roles in Peking Opera, mainly Sheng, Dan, Jing, and Chou, each of which has ____63____ own costume(服装) and mask-paintings.
Many audiences from different ____64____ (country) think that it is the ____65____ (large) and most influential kind of opera in China and the influence is incomparable in China.
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