2019-2020学年广州市越秀外国语学校高三英语上学期期中考试试题及参考答案

2019-2020学年广州市越秀外国语学校高三英语上学期期中考试试题
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
Are you looking for somewhere special to go this weekend? Do you want to try something new?
Check out one of these hot new restaurants.
Fast Best
Fast food doesn't have to be junk food, as this café proves. Do you fancy a really good hamburger made with the best ingredients, or old-fashioned fish and chips fried to perfection, all on the table in super-quick time? Speed and quality are important here, and the prices aren't bad either.
Your Local Caff (小餐馆)
Remember when cafés served full English breakfasts—sausages, beans, fried bread, bacon and eggs—with a strong cup of tea? Well, this place still does and you can have your breakfast at any time you like during the day while you listen to your favourite tunes from the 1980s.
Last Days of the Raj
A centrally located Indian restaurant, perfect for eating before or after the cinema or a show. In summer enjoy your meal in the beautiful garden. The most popular dishes are lamb and chicken cooked with mild, medium or hot spices. For brave customers there is extra hot!
The Chocolate Box
The owner of this small café used to cook all kinds of food, but then she realised she preferred desserts to anything else. If you want meat or fish, don't come here. They only do desserts! Lots of different kinds of sweets. Chocolate lovers will be excited by the range of chocolate cakes.
1.Fast Best suits a person ______.
A.who has a sweet tooth
B.who loves spicy food
C.who wants to have good breakfast
D.who gets 30 minutes off for lunch
2.Which is true about Last Days of the Raj?
A.You can listen to great music in it.
B.It serves hot food with pepper.
C.It serves an all-day breakfast.
D.It is prefect for vegetarians.
3.Which restaurant serves only desserts and sweets?
A.Fast Best.
B.Your Local Caff.
st Days of the Raj.
D.The Chocolate Box.
B
Wolves have a certain undeserved reputation: fierce, dangerous, good forhunting down deer and farmers’ livestock. However, wolves have a softer, more social side, one that has been embraced by a heart-warming new initiative.
In a bid to save some of Europe’s last wolves, scientists have explored the willingness of these supposedly fierce creatures to help others of their kind. Female wolves, the scientists have discovered, make excellent foster parents to wolf cubs that are not their own. The study, published in Zoo Biology, suggests that captive-bred wolfcubs(幼兽)could be placed with wild wolf families, boosting the wild population.
The gray wolf was once the world’s most widely distributed mammal, but it became extinct as a result of widespread habitat destruction and the deliberate killing of wolves suspectedof preying on livestock. Fear and hatred of the wolf have since become culturally rooted, fuelled by myths, fables and stories.
In Scandinavia, the gray wolf is endangered, the remaining population found by just five animals. As a result, European wolves are severely inbred and have little geneticvariability（变异性）, making them vulnerable to threats, such as outbreaks of disease that they can’t adapt to quickly. So Inger Scharis and Mats Amundin of Linkoping University, in Sweden, started Europe’s first gray wolf-fostering program. They worked with wolves keptat seven zoos across Scandinavia. Eight wolf cubs between four and six days old were removed from their natural parents and placed with other wolf packs in other zoos. The foster mothers accepted the new cubs placed in their midst.
The welfare of the foster cubs and the wolves’ natural behavior were monitored using a system of surveillance cameras. The foster cubs had a similar growth rate as their step siblings in the recipient litter, as well as their biological siblings in the source litter. The foster cubs had a better overall survival rate, with 73% surviving until 33 weeks, than their biological siblings left behind, of which 63% survived. That rate of survival is similar to that seen in wild wolf cubs. Scientists believe that wolves can recognize their young, but this study suggests they can only do so once cubs are somewhere between three to seven weeks of age.
If captive-bred cubs can be placed with wild-living families, which already have cubs of a similar age, not only will they have a good chance of survival, but they could help dramatically increase the diversity of the wild population, say the researchers. Just like the wild wolves they would join, these foster cubs would need protection
from hunting. Their arrival could help preserve the future of one of nature’s most iconic and polarizing animals.
4. What’s the theme of the passage?
A. Giving wolf cubs a new life
B. Foster wolf parents and foster cubs
C. The fate of wild wolves
D. Changing diversity of wild wolves
5. Which of the following flow chart best demonstrates the relationship between the wolves?
A. B.
C. D.
6. Which of the following statements is true?
A. Female wolves are willing to raise wolf cubs of 3 to 7 weeks old.
B. Foster cubs are accepted by foster parents and are well bred.
C. Man’s hostile attitude towards wolves roots in myths, fables and stories.
D. Foster cubs and their biological siblings have similar growth rate and survival rate.
7. What’s the purpose of the research?
A. To help wolves survive various threats
B. To improve wolves’ habitat and stop deliberate killing
C. To save endangered wolves by increasing their population
D. To raise man’s awareness of protecting wolves
C
Avi Loeb, a scientist, believes that we are not alone in the universe. The belief fits withLoeb's alien spaceship theory that at least one alien spaceship might be flying over the orbit of Jupiter, which won the international attention last year.
Astronomers inHawaiifound the first known interstellar object in late 2017. It was a bit of light moving so fast past the sun that it could only have come from another star. Almost every astronomer on the planet was trying to
figure out how the object, called “Oumuamua” got to our far-away part of the Milky way galaxy. “One possibility is that ‘Oumuamua’ is debris from an advanced technological equipment,” Loeb said. “Technology comes from another solar system just showed up at our door. ”
“‘Oumuamua’ is not an alien spaceship,” Paul Sutter, another scientist wrote. He suggested Loeb was seeking publicity. Most scientists think “Oumuamua” is some sort of rock. They think it could be an icy wandering comet.
Loeb says that “Oumuamua's” behavior means it can't be a block of rock shaped like a long photo. He thinks it's more likely an object that's very long and thin, perhaps like a long pancake or a ship's sail. Loeb says that if someone shows him evidence thatcontradictshis beliefs, he will immediately give in.
Loeb believes himself a truth-teller and risk-taker in an age of very safe, too-quiet scientists. “The worst thing that can happen to me is that I would be relieved of my management duties, and that would give me even more time to focus on science,” Loeb says. He said he wouldn't mind giving up all the titles he had and returning to the Israeli farming village where he grew up.
8. What does Loeb say about “Oumuamua”?
A. It is an icy comet.
B. It looks like a long photo.
C. It is actually some sort of rock.
D. It may come from another alien civilization.
9. What does the underlined word “contradicts” in paragraph 4 probably mean?
A.Goes against.
B. Relies on.
C. Turns to.
D. Searches for.
10. What do you think of Loeb?
A. He is foolish.
B. He is unsatisfied with his titles.
C. He is a firm believer in scientific truth.
D. He is uncertain about his career future.
11. What's the best title for the text?
A. Have Aliens Paid a Visit in Spaceships?
B. Do We Really Know about Space Theory?
C. Scientists Are Working on High Technology
D. Astronomers Are Encouraging Space Travel
D
To show empathy is to identify with another’s feelings. It is to emotionally put yourself in the place of another. The ability to empathize is directly dependent on your ability to feel your own feelings and identify them.
If you have never felt a certain feeling, it will be hard for you to understand how another person is feeling. If you have never put your hand in a flame, you will not know the pain of fire. If you have not experienced jealousy, you will not understand its power.Readingabout a feeling and intellectually knowing about it is very different than actually experiencing it for yourself.
Among those with an equal level of emotional intelligence, the person who has actually experienced the widest range and variety of feelings — the great depths of depression and the heights of fulfillment, for example, — is the one who is most able to empathize. On the other hand, when we say that someone “can’t relate” to other people, it is likely because they haven’t experienced, acknowledged or accepted many feelings of their own.
Once you have felt discriminated against, for example, it is much easier to relate with someone else who has been discriminated against. Our innate emotional intelligence gives us the ability to quickly recall those instances and form associations when we encounter discrimination again. We then can use the “reliving” of those emotions to guide our thinking and actions. This is one of the ways nature slowly evolves towards a higher level of survival.
For this process to work, the first step is that we must be able to experience our own emotions. This means we must be open to them and not distract ourselves from them or try to numb ourselves from our feelings through drugs, alcohol, etc.
Next, we need to become aware of what we are actually feeling — to acknowledge, identify, and accept our feelings. Only then can we empathize with others. That is one reason why it is important to work on your own emotional awareness and sensitivity — in other words, to be “in touch with” your feelings.
12. How does the author explain the feelings of empathy?
A. By giving examples.
B. By having classification.
C. By making comparison.
D. By providing data.
13. Which statement may the author agree with?
A. Low level of empathy leads to fewer varieties of feelings.
B. The deeper one’s feelings are, the more empathetic one is.
C. Empathy is a way we recently picked up for better survival.
D. Rich experiences may not go with a high level of empathy.
14. What’s the purpose of the last two paragraphs of the text?
A. To advise a sincere attitude to one’s experiences.
B To suggest a right understanding of empathy.
C. To require a realbond with one’s emotions.
D. To call for true acceptance of one’s feelings.
15. What is the best title for the text?
A. How Empathy Unfolds
B. Be Open to Your Emotions
C. Why Is Empathy Important
D. Accept Your True Self
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
阅读七选五
Childhood is an important period of social development, particularly in the formation of social identity,which is how we perceive our various roles in society in relation to others.___16___If a child is very shy and withdrawn, it’s likely that other children will pick up on that child’s social cues(暗示)andleave them alone,thus confirming the child’s social identity as "shy and withdrawn.” In turn, the child may become upset, trying to break free from that identity.
___17___The more people identify with(认同) a particular group, the more that group plays a role in shaping how people feel about themselves. Being amember of that group becomes important for how people regard themselves and their abilities.___18___
Not all children who experience threats to their social identity will experience depression.___19___For examplea child who only sees himself as a star soccer player may experience discomfort and a sense of loss if he suddenly becomes injured and is unable to play soccer anymore. The child may lose his status as a star athlete, which opens the door for depression.
How can a child’s identity be supported? As an adult, you can acknowledge what and who is important to them. Try not to place too much emphasis on any one single social role.___20___What’s more, if you notice that a child is losing interest in activities they once loved, or other behaviors that show they are feeling depressed, seek advice from their mental health providers.
A.Social identity allows people to be part of groups.
B.In fact,the child may hide their negative side and try to fit in.
C.Our social identities are often influenced by people around us.
D.Instead,encourage them to try new and different things in life.
E.Only those with a limited number of social roles are more at risk.
F.So gaining status within the group can help people develop a sense of belonging.
G.Why does a child feel depressed without being noticed by their parents or teachers?
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
On Saturday morning，a heavy snowfall covered the ground of the nursing home．It was___21___without all the other patients and medical workers．I enjoyed working as the charge nurse on these___22___men．My Big Boys，
as I called them，were sitting there___23___watching TV．I loved the___24___these retired men of various occupations told．They also___25___the questions I asked them about their___26___．My question today was，“Did you like to play in the snow when you were young?”
Their eyes lighted up as they___27___the excitement．
“I haven’t felt snow in many years，”said Stanley from his wheelchair，gazing___28___the large picture window．“___29___won’t last long．”said another．
Dared I…?But why not? I might get____30____．but I would not get fired．
So I gathered up some huge____31____．I went out the back door and filled them with snow．I took the first container of snow inside to Stanley．“Do you remember____32____a snowball?”
Stanley smiled，reaching out his___33___hands，took a handful of the snow and began forming a____34____．“Who would you like to throw it at···?”I asked．
“Tom!”Stanley shouted____35____as he threw the ball at the man near the door．Then all the men got into the action．
“Better duck!”one shouted．
“Catch this one!”another____36____．
Laughter filled the whole nursing home．____37____also became a victim and soon found myself fighting，too．The____38____lasted until the snow began to melt．Their laughter，smiles and energy____39____the whole day．I saw the____40____inside these Big Boys．
21. A. worse B. quieter C. simpler D. heavier
22. A. elderly B. serious C. painful D. poor
23. A. peacefully B. proudly C. stably D. eagerly
24. A. ideas B. 1ies C. stories D. differences
25. A. argued B. missed C. doubted D. enjoyed
26. A. dreams B. ages C. friends D. youths
27. A. accepted B. experienced C. recalled D. recognized
28. A. outside B. inside C. upon D. over
29. A. Frost B. Rain C. Wind D. Snow
30. A. hurt B. scolded C. trapped D. 1ost
31. A. stones B. containers C. courage D. strength
32. A. throwing B. taking C. making D. hitting
33. A. flexible B. trembling C. graceful D. free
34. A. ball B. habit C. toy D. team
35. A. naturally B. nervously C. desperately D. excitedly
36. A. tried B. suggested C. challenged D. whispered
37. A. He B. They C. I D. We
38. A. break B. fights C. business D. exercises
39. A. brightened B. started C. happened D. finished
40. A. True Love B. Determined Gentlemen C. Human Curiosity D. Little Boys
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
Magic Touch
From my hotel room window，I could see a large advertisement board with his face on it: Jason, the Great Magician.
I absent-mindedly turned the___41.___(page) of the phone book and came across a city map. Drinking my iced coffee I ran my fingers along the streets___42.___the hotel to the opera hall. Not more___43.___a half-hour walk, I thought.
I looked___44.___(quick) at the clock, "The show starts in one hour; plenty of time! I drank the rest of my coffee and went to take a shower. Soon after, I was on my way to the show,___45.___(carry) a fancy black handbag and a happy smile.
The hall was dark when I came in; the show was about___46.___(begin). I made my way backstage just___47.___the great magician was putting on his top hat.
“Daddy, I'm so glad to see you,” I___48.___(whisper), I'm in town for the writer’s class, but I just couldn’t miss your show.” I gave him a quick hug and went back into the seating area，leaving him with a___49.___(surprise) smile. I settled down in the darkness, and the curtains opened.
Magically, that show remains the Great Jason's best___50.___(perform) to this day.
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。

As a senior high student, I should put much time and energy into English study than before. So I had already made a English study plan. First, in order to increase my vocabulary, I will do some reading as frequent as possible. Second, I will keep watching English movies because it considered to be the best way to learn about different cultures. Third, I think keep a diary in English is one of the effective way to improve my English writing ability. Fourth, I will learn from others but try my best to improve learning methods. What’s more, I plan to practise your spoken English and communicate, with classmates in English. I do hope for my English will be better.
第二节书面表达（满分25分）
52.你校英语俱乐部邀请David教授来做一个关于英国节日文化的讲座。

假设你是该活动的主持人李华，请用英语写一份讲座主持开场白。

内容包括：
1.活动目的；
2.介绍David教授；
3.听讲座要求。

注意：
1.词数80左右；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

3.开头己给出，不计入总词数。

Ladies and gentleman,
May I have your attention please?
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________
参考答案
1. D
2. B
3. D
4. D
5. A
6. B
7. C
8. D 9. A 10. C 11. A
12. A 13. D 14. C 15. A
16. C 17. A 18. F 19. E 20. D
21. B 22. A 23. A 24. C 25. D 26. D 27. C 28. A 29. D 30. B 31. B 32.
C 33. B 34. A 35.
D 36. C 37. C 38. B 39. A 40. D
41. pages 42. from 43. than 44. quickly 45. carrying 46. to begin 47. as/when 48. whispered 49. surprised 50. performance
51.(1).much→more (2).had→have (3).a→an (4).frequent→frequently (5).在it后加is (6).keep→keeping (7).way→ways (8).but→and (9).your→my (10).删除for
52.略。