2021年河北衡水中学高三英语期中考试试题及答案解析

2021年河北衡水中学高三英语期中考试试题及答案解析
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
TheBest Placeto Camp in Each State
Washington-SecondBeach, Olympic National Park
Campers put up their tents right on the sand of thisPacific Northwestbeach. Make a campfire, photograph sunset over the sea and try to absorb this charming spot with your entire being.
Alaska-Bartlett Cove Campground, Glacier (冰川) Bay National Park
In a state full of natural riches,Glacier Bayis a wonder, home to high peaks, whales, 700 miles of coastline, and light blue glaciers that flow directly into the sea. Set within temperate rainforest along Bartlett Cove, the park's only campground is impressively green and an easy jumping-off point for boat tours.
Arizona-Havasupai Campground, Havasupai Reservation
Getting to Havasupai is a challenge. Permits are snatched (剥夺) up almost instantly, and even if you get one it's a 10-mile hike from the border to reach this rural campground that hugs Havasu Creek. Make the journey, however, and you're rewarded with a series of great waterfalls and natural pools.
Arkansas-BuffaloNationalRiver
America's first national river travels 135 miles through the Ozark Mountains, winding its way over rapids, forming peaceful pools and passing rocky cliffs topped by green forest. Plan a float trip and absorb the scenery at
a leisurely pace, pausing for hikes to visitLostValley's caves or the 200-foot waterfalls.
1.Which state may attract people preferring glaciers?
A.Alaska.
B.Washington.
C.Arizona.
D.Arkansas.
2.What makesArizonaa popular camp choice among tourists?
A.The blue glaciers and green rainforests.
B.The winding national river and cliffs.
C.The soaring peaks and long coastline.
D.The beautiful waterfalls and pools.
3.What can you do when camping inArkansas?
A.Take a long trip on foot.
B.Visit caves and waterfalls.
C.Put up a well-equipped tent.
D.Enjoy a view of sunset.
B
Where doyou usually put your toothbrush?Do you keep it in the bathroom? How’s your toothbrush looking these days? Even if you can’t see it with a naked eye, experts say it may be saturated(使饱和)with millions of toilet germs!
Dr. Charles Oerba, a germ expert, is amicrobiology professor at the University of Arizona. He says there are approximately 3 million bacteria per square inch in most toilet bowls, and every time you flush it without closing the lid, those millions of bacteria droplets spray into the air as far as twenty feet away and dirty everything in their path. And a common victim is your poor toothbrush, usually, left out on the bathroom sink, right?
So, what do we do? Dr. Gerba says it’s easy. Close the toilet lid before you flush—that’ll greatly cut downthe germs, which will otherwise float in the air. And wash your toothbrush every few days in mouthwash or peroxide to get rid of any germs hiding in it. You can even put it through the dishwasher to sanitize(消毒)it. And always store your toothbrush in a closed cabinet.
Here’s one more tip from Dr. Gerba, who says our kitchen sink is probably dirtier than our toilet. “If an alien came from space and studied the bacterial counts, he probably would conclude he should wash his hands in your toilet and go to the bathroom in your sink.” He says that’s because the kitchen sink is a great place where E. coli(大肠杆菌)to live and grow since it’s wet and damp. Bacteria feed on the food that people put down the drain or—that’s left on dishes in the sink. To reset your sink’s bacteria count back to zero, you’d better regularly wash it with hot water and sanitize yoursink with special chemicals. In fact, you may want to do it every day or before preparing dinner.
4. What is the purpose of the text?
A. To show how to brush your teeth.
B. To tell people the importance of health.
C. To warn people of the invisible germs.
D. To introduce a microbiology professor.
5. What can we learn from Paragraph 2?
A. Bathroom sinks are the dirtiest places.
B. Bacteria are bad for people’s health.
C. Why bacteria spread through the air.
D. How bacteria spread in the bathroom.
6. What does the underlined word“that”in Paragraph 4 refer to?
A. The food.
B. The toothbrush.
C. The sink.
D. The chemical.
7. Why does Dr. Gerba mention the example of an alien?
A. To tell us a fiction story of an alien studying bacteria.
B. To show our kitchen sink may be dirtier than our toilet.
C. To teach us how to reset sink’s bacteria count back to zero.
D. To prove coli prefers to live in the kitchen and the drain.
C
Susan Scott, 71, is glad that she didn't think about her age when she took up bodybuilding at the age of 59.
“I reinvent myself every ten years. I started my 60s as a bodybuilderand now I'm beginning my 70s as a writer,” she said. “People usually limit themselves by age, and it's discouraging. With age, I remain young at heart.”
Dr Susan started bodybuilding at an age when most are considering retirement though she was an athlete from an early age. As a child in Venezuela, she took to gymnastics and later graduated with a physical education degree.
Then she obtained a master's degree in education and later a Ph. D. in Adult Personal Development. She taught at Cambridge Rindge and Latin High School in Cambridge, Massachusetts, for 16 years, while raising two daughters.
“I started bodybuilding when I met Steve Pfiester, a gym guy who practiced yoga. He invited me to his gym and offered to train me. I started in January and in June he took me to my first competition in Bradenton, Florida,” she recalled.
Dr Susan's photos show that she has devoted long hours to taking care of her body. But she also develops her mind and spirit. On any given day, she gets up at 3 am to read books. At 4:30 am she's out to walk three miles and run another three. This is followed by yoga and a swim at the beach while the sun rises. After writing her journal and working on her book between 8 and 10 am, she hits the gym for at least two hours. “I don't lose track of time,” she said.
Dr Susan's war on ageism has rubbed off on her two daughters, both in their early thirties. “They both take care of their bodies and minds. If you give them a good foundation as a parent, you know that they will always come back to their roots. I tried to remind myself of that during their difficult teen years.”
8. What's Dr Susan's opinion on age?
A. Age cannot be hidden.
B. Age is a state of mind.
C. Every age has its pains and sorrows.
D. Old age is not suitable for further study.
9. What made Dr Susan start bodybuilding?
A. The need of her job.
B. Her youthful dream.
C. Steve Pfiester's influence.
D. Her daughters' encouragement.
10. Which of the following best describes Dr Susan's morning schedule?
A. Dull.
B. Tight.
C. Flexible.
D. Controversial.
11. What can be inferred about Dr Susan from the last paragraph?
A. She will set up a fitness foundation.
B. She will soon return to retirement.
C. She often thinks of her teenage years.
D. She sets an example to her daughters.
D
Distinguished Baltimore artist John D. Ferguson died Sept 16. The Catonsville resident was 81.
“His artist eye was in everything he did. His life was art and his family,” said Jennifer C. Jackson, who was Mr. Ferguson's friend for nearly three decades.” He was a lovable man who was always willing to talk about any topic he was interested in. At shows, people would go crazy for his work,” Ms. Jackson said. “He was also an enthusiastic sailor who loved nothing more than being on the water.” “His sculptures were just memorable,” said Mr. Lund, a Washingtonian. “I used to say, ‘Ferguson, I don't think you know how to do anything that is less than monumental.’”
Mr. Ferguson earned a bachelor's degree in 1961 at Holy Cross University, where he developed an interest in painting. He served in the Army for two years until being discharged in 1963, and after studying briefly at the Boston Museum School, registered at the Chicago Art Institute, where he studied until 1966, when he entered the University of Illinois Chicago, where he obtained a bachelor's degree in 1966 in fine arts. Mr. Ferguson developed his interest and skills as a sculptor after moving to Baltimore to do further studies at the Maryland Institute College of Art's Rinehart School of Sculpture, from which he graduated in 1971 with a master's degree in fine arts.
“Over the years my work has moved gradually in the direction of elegance and simplicity,” Mr. Ferguson wrote in his artist statement. “Heavy, bulbous forms have been replaced by dancing, winglike forms. The welding process and respect for the qualities of the materials are interrelated and affect the final piece. “Most of the sculptures that are pictured in my works are made from steel, silicon bronze, and to Cor-Ten steel; shaped to create these beautiful and unique pieces of art. As you can see, my sculptures range in size anywhere from 12 inches to 30 feet or larger.”
Through the years, his work found its way into such major public and private collections. “They encourage optimism, for they show strength and affirmation; there's nothing negative, depressing or anxiety-ridden about them”, wrote the late art critic John Dorsey in a 1997 exhibition review.
12. What did Mr. Lund think of Ferguson?
A. Likeable.
B. Ordinary.
C. Unwelcome.
D. Interesting.
13. What did Mr. Ferguson do first after serving in the army?
A. He studied at the Boston Museum School.
B. He got a bachelor's degree in fine arts.
C. He entered the University of Illinois Chicago.
D. He continued his studies at the Maryland Institute College.
14. What influences the final sculptures?
A. An even larger scale than before.
B. The material comprised of metals
C. The shape of elegance and simplicity.
D. Welding process as well as material quality.
15. Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?
A. A stylish, stubborn old man
B. Sculptures towering into the clouds
C. John
D. Ferguson—a famous sculpturer D. The evolution of the sculptural style
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 job application letter is your opportunity to leave a good first impression on a possible future employer. You want your letter to perfectly reflect you and what you can bring to a position._____16_____The pupose of the letter is to gain an interview and make the employer make sure you are one of the people brought in.
Read the job opening description carefully.____17____Mark any repeated words that should appear in your job application letter.
___18___Include where you saw the posting and why you are a good fit for the position. Describewhy you want to work for the business and explain how you can help the organization to realize its goals.
___19___Show how your qualificaitons make you the best candidate (候选人) for the position and how they can help the organization meet its goals. Giveexamples of how your skills, experience and education match what
the employer is looking for.
Write a closing paragraph that states your desire for an interview.____20____If you want to add other information, such as a resume (简历), sample work or a reference, state that in this part.
A.Start the letter with a proper address and polite greetings.
B.Write an opening paragraph that explains why you apply for the job.
C.Take note of the language it uses to describe the job and the company.
D.Write your letter in a clear style to provide a good introduction to you.
E.Figure out who will read the letter before describing your qualifications.
F.Provide contact information, including your phone number, address and e-mail.
G.Match the job description’s requirements with your abilities and qualificaitons.
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When I first walked into a Tai Chi class, I had no idea this eastern movement practice would become so central in my life. It___21___I was not just there for exercise! For many years now it has beenmy continuing___22___to share Tai Chi with students of all ages and walks of life.
Many people begin classes wanting to grow stronger, more___23___, and flexible. Others are looking for effective ways to___24___with stress, the constant demand and trouble of modem life,___25___some had seen a TV ad they couldn't remember, describing a group calmly doing Tai Chi in the park, and it___26___their curiosity about a different route to health.
Concentrating on___27___posture and breathing control, Tai Chi's movements are graceful and well balanced,___28___the complete harmony of body and mind. It is different from western sports such as rugby where the harder and quicker the___29___. Tai Chi is a sport that strengthens the body as well as the___30___from the within. All of these are powerful benefits of Tai Chi.___31___,1 have found that consistent practice of these forms develops my everyday experience, and___32___the way for growth.
I've been a___33___in various schools over the years, and delight in watching___34___we each find our own keys to learning. It’s a privilege to accompany and___35___that process in my students. I am___36___by the marvelous teachers with whom I've had the good fortune to work. All of my___37___take place in beautiful old buildings. The first class is free to newcomers___38___they may try it out with no commitment. I invite you to___39___with questions, or to register for classes. Whether you are young or aged, male or female, you can choose Tai Chi as your___40___physical exercise.
21. A. breaks out B. turns out C. makes out D. puts out
22. A. task B. hope C. burden D. pleasure
23. A. wealthy B. healthy C. comfortable D. balanced
24. A. play B. begin C. deal D. mix
25. A. Possibly B. Obviously C. Surely D. Apparently
26. A. aroused B. destroyed C. applied D. completed
27. A. fantastic B. correct C. extreme D. comfortable
28. A. admitting B. extending C. realizing D. promoting
29. A. faster B. slower C. better D. worse
30. A. mind B. movement C. confidence D. memory
31. A. However B. Besides C. Therefore D. Instead
32. A. cut B. close C. obtain D. clear
33. A. stranger B. student C. teacher D. colleague
34. A. when B. how C. where D. why
35. A. support B. relieve C. forgive D. comfort
36. A. praised B. demanded C. inspired D. commanded
37. A. schools B. teachers C. grades D. classes
38. A. so that B. even though C. now that D. in case
39. A. pursue B. examine C. consult D. accommodate
40. A. familiar B. ideal C. favorite D. imaginary
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
Anyone can take part in a virtual choir from___41.___—all you need is a video camera and an Internet connection. You do not even need a studio. A virtual choir helps connect___42.___people together. Many people do not have close friends or contacts who have the same interest in music. Many others do not have the chance to join a local choir. A virtual choir___43.___them to add their voices to those of other individuals and become part of the___44.___community. It has proved to be a positive___45.___on the lives of many people. As one virtual choir member said, "Music helps me to ... forget my problems. With music, I become someone else.
Customs play a significant___46.___in festivals, but sometimes they can change over time. With the development of modern society and the spread of new ideas, some traditions may fade___47.___and others may
be established. One example is the typical Chinese Spring Festival custom of___48.___firecrackers to drive away the evil spirits and celebrate the new year.___49.___, many big cities have given up this custom in order to____50.____air pollution. Another example is Halloween, which slowly became an exciting festival for children, in spite of its religious origins.
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。

Ever since I was young, I have dreamed of living in a house made of candy. So many year passed. I finally offered a chance to live in my childhood dream at a popularly candy museum in Melbourne. Walked through the door, I found a new world opened in the front of me. Which first caught my eyes was a big gumball（口香糖球）machine. You could become a gumball yourself by climb inside it instead of getting any gumballs from the machine! Anyone who likes taking pictures would find it possible to put down his camera there. Among other amazing things were a huge pink swing, and a huge birthday cake was also fantastic. All in all, I expect to have other such “delicious” experience.
第二节书面表达（满分25分）
52.假如你叫李华，高中新学期开始，小明向你请教高中的学习经验，请你用英语写一封信谈谈你在高中时的做法。

短文应包括以下要点：
1．学习方法的重要性；
2．有计划，常总结（sum up）；
3．会用工具书，如查字典；善用机会，如问老师和同学；
4．提前预习（preview），课堂认真听讲和课后及时复习；
5．成功的秘诀：勤奋加学习方法。

注意：
1.不要逐句翻译，可适当增加细节；
2.词数：100词左右
Dear Xiao Ming，
I am glad that you would like me．
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________
Li Hua
参考答案
1. A
2. D
3. B
4. C
5. D
6. A
7. B
8. B 9. C 10. B 11. D
12. A 13. A 14. D 15. C
16. D 17. C 18. B 19. G 20. F
21. B 22. D 23. D 24. C 25. A 26. A 27. B 28. D 29. C 30. A 31. B 32.
D 33. C 34. B 35. A 36. C 37. D 38. A 39. C 40. B
41. anywhere
42. ordinary
43. enables
44. global 45. influence
46. role 47. away
48. lighting
49. Nowadays
50. avoid
51.(1). year→years
(2). I后加上was
(3). popularly→popular
(4). Walked→Walking
(5).去掉the
(6). Which→What
(7). climb→climbing
(8). possible→impossible
(9). were→was
(10).other→another
52.略。