2020届哈尔滨市第一二五中学校高三英语期中试题及答案解析

2020届哈尔滨市第一二五中学校高三英语期中试题及答案解析
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
You might not expect it, but cows are a large source of the greenhouse gases that are driving climate change. Cows produce lots of methane by breaking down the grass, Now scientists have shown that the pollution from cows canbe reduced by adding a little seaweed to their food.
Scientists first discovered that seaweed could help control methane from cows several years ago. But this work was done in a laboratory, there were many questions about whether the idea could work in real life.
In the lab studies, the cows were given quite a bit of seaweed, and they would cause losing weight. That wasn't helpful, since cows are often sold by weight. It also wasn't clear if the seaweed would stop working if it was used for a longer period of time.
Now, scientists from the University of California, Davis have answered several of these questions.
The researchers studied 21 cows on a farm for about five months. They taught the cows to get their food from inside a special hood, which allowed the scientists to measure the methane that the cows were giving off. This time, they used a much smaller amount of seaweed, which they mixed with the cows' food.
The results were surprisingly good. In some cases, the cows produced 82% less methane. The improvement depended on the kind of food the cows were given, but even the worst-polluting cows produced 33% less methane.
Over the five months, the scientists didn't see any signs that the cows' stomachs were getting used to the seaweed and starting to produce more methane again.
Another surprise came when they looked at the weight of the cows. The cows that were fed seaweed gained just as much weight as the other cows, but they didn't need as much food.
But there are still some big problems with the idea of feeding cows seaweed. For one thing, there's notadequateseaweed to feed all of the cows in the world. So farmers would have to figure out a way to grow lots of seaweed.
A bigger problem is that for most of their lives, cows live in fields, where they eat the grass. That means there's no chance to feed them seaweed every day. These problems need to be taken seriously if the world is going to avoid the worst effects of the climate crisis.
Still, it's true that something as simple as feeding cows seaweed can help reduce some of the pollution causing the climate crisis.
1. Why did the scientists do the experiment on the farm?
A. To control the amount of seaweed.
B. To record the weight cows gained.
C. To confirm the effect of seaweed in real life.
D. To measure the amount of seaweed cows ale.
2. The underlined word “adequate” means ________ .
A. common
B. special
C. lacking
D. enough
3. The passage is written to ________ .
A. appeal to people not to raise the cows
B. encourage people to plant the seaweed
C. remind people of controlling cows' weight
D. call on people to take actions to reduce the pollution
B
One billion people in the world are short of water. How can this problem be solved. Some suggestions have been to desalinate ocean water or to build enormous water pipelines from areas where water is abundant. (Suggestions such as these prove extremely expensive when they are actually used.) One possibility that scientists are considering is pulling icebergs from either the North Pole or the South Pole to parts of the world with a water shortage. Although many questions must be answered before such a project could be tried, moving icebergs seems a reasonable possibility in the future.
Engineers, mathematicians, and glaciologists from a dozen countries have been considering the iceberg as a future source of water. Saudi Arabia is particularly interested in this project because it has a great water shortage. Scientists estimate that it would take 128 days to transport a large iceberg (about 1/2 square mile) to Saudi Arabia. Yet the iceberg would be completely melted by the 104th day. Therefore, insulation would be essential, but how to insulate the iceberg remains an unsolved problem.
The problems in transporting an iceberg are numerous. The first problem is choosing the iceberg to pull. The icebergs that form in the North Pole are quite difficult to handle because of their shape. Only a small portion extends above the water — most of the iceberg is below the surface, which would make it difficult to pull. South Pole icebergs, on the other hand, are flat and float like table tops. Thus they would be much easier to move.
How can a 200-million-ton iceberg be moved. No ship is strong enough to pull such enormous weight through the water. Perhaps several ships could be used. Attaching ropes to an iceberg this size is also an enormous problem. Engineers think that large nails or long metal rods could be driven into the ice. What would happen if the
iceberg splits into several pieces during the pulling. Even if an iceberg with very few cracks were chosen, how could it be pulled through stormy waters. Furthermore, once the iceberg reached its destination, very few ports would be deep enough to store it.
All of these problems must be solved before icebergs can become a reasonable source of water. Yet scientists estimate that it will be possible to transport them in the near future. Each year, enough icebergs form to supply the whole world with fresh water for a full year. In addition, icebergs are free and nonpolluting. As a solution to the world’s water problems, icebergs may be a workable possibility.
4. What is a problem in transporting iceberg?
A. The size of the iceberg.
B. The colour of the iceberg.
C. The salt in the iceberg.
D. The movement of air and water.
5. What is the author’ attitude towards transporting iceberg?
A. Pessimistic.
B. Objective.
C. Optimistic.
D. Unconcerned.
6. What does the last paragraph mainly tell us?
A. It is hard to use iceberg.
B. Iceberg are a good choice.
C. There are problems with iceberg.
D. Man finds no other ways to solve water shortage.
7. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. Shortage of water.
B. Icebergs for water.
C. Scientists and icebergs.
D. Iceberg—scientists headache.
C
Until quarantine (隔离期) ends, we are left picturing what sport we might do: working out at the gym, playing on a competitive sports team, swimming, biking, or rock climbing. However, we don’t often think of martial arts as possible activities; instead, we rule it out because we think it’s dangerous, uncommon, and even, impossible. Martial arts aren’t considered a sport, right?
Well, here’s some good news: you’re wrong! Martial arts aren’t much more common than people think, and you can start learning at any age. Practicing martial arts is a great way to keep in shape, both physically and mentally. They’re much less boring and much lessarduoussport than they’re usually described as in movies, so do not worry that they need a lot of effort.
Martial arts generally require you to focus on the position and movement of every one of your legs and arms, sometimes even your breathing too. Think about it: when you leave the gym, your mental state has improved and you are much calmer. This is because you’ve only paid attention to one activity. It is a great way to clear your head. Andpracticing it can help you learn to stay more focused, which is the greatest advantage of martial arts training.
Martial arts also improve your coordination (协调性), and greatly improve your posture (姿势). I have personally seen students go from slouching (没精打采) to walking tall with their shoulders back in just a couple of months.
There are many styles and countless kinds of martial arts. Whichever one you like better, know that all of them are good choices.
8. What can we know about martial arts from the first two paragraphs?
A. They often have people hurt.
B. They are difficult to practice.
C. People have a wrong view on it.
D. People practice them more often.
9. What does the underlined word “arduous” in paragraph 2 mean?
A. Interesting.
B. Difficult.
C. Friendly.
D. Exciting.
10. What is the biggest benefit of practicing martial arts?
A. Adjusting the breath.
B. Enjoying one’s free time.
C. Correcting the movement.
D. Keeping one’s attention.
11. What does the writer think of martial arts?
A. They are notsports.
B. They attracted many teenagers.
C. They are beneficial and helpful.
D. They were invented to protect others.
D
A smiling panda and a walking Chinese lantern will be the mascots of the 2022 Winter Olympics and Paralympics (残奥会）in Beijing .
The mascots were known to the public on Sept.17, 2019 at a ceremony inBeijing. Beijing Mayor Chen Jining described them as adorable, unique , and exquisite (精致的）。

He said they shows Chinese people’s longing for the 2022 Beijing WinterOlympics in a visually appealing way and extends Chinese people’s warm invitation to friends throughout the world .
The panda, named Bing Dwen Dwen , is the Olympic mascot. Colourful circles around its face symbolize
skating tracks and 5G technology, according to the website of theBeijingorganizing committee . Bing , the Chinese word for “ ice “, shows purity and strength, while Dwen Dwen means sincerity , liveliness, and health , the website said. The choice of the iconic animal , considered the national treasure , is not a surprise to people inChina. While many applaud Bing Dwen Dwen for its cuteness on social media , some are not favourably impressed by the lack of creativity in choosing a panda . The giant panda was one of the five mascots of the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics , and it was also the symbol for the Asian Games inBeijingin 1990.
“Today is an important step on a milestone inBeijing’s journey to make history as the first ever , in Olympic history , to host both summer and winter editions of the Olympic Games , International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach said at the ceremony .
Based on a traditional red lantern , Paralympic mascot Shuey Rhon Rhon creates a cheerful atmosphere of the Chinese Lunar New Year ,which will fall around the time of the Winter Games , the organizing committee said . It is sporting(穿戴）a yellow scarf, a circle of yellow doves around its head , and a traditional Chinese paper-cut . “Shuey “ means snow in Chinese and “Rhon Rhon” means “inclusiveness ”and “harmonization”, implying that the world civilizations communicate with each otherand live in harmony , the committee said .
The two mascots were selected from more than 5800 submission from 35 countries .
12. What does Chen Jining think of Bing Dwen Dwen and Shuey Rhon Rhon ?
A. They represent the IOC.
B. They have great artistic value.
C. They show Chinese people’s hospitality.
D. They have much room for improvement.
13. Why are some people not satisfied with choosing Bing Dwen Dwen ?
A. Because pandas are the national treasure .
B. Because it is too colourful for the Olympics.
C. Because its design is lacking in creativity .
D. Because a panda has been chosen as a mascot three times .
14. What record willBeijingset after hosting the 2022 Winter Olympics ?
A. The most athletes joining in the event .
B. The first Asian city to host the Olympics .
C. The first city to host two editions of the Olympics .
D. The longest time in history.
15. What can we learn about Shuey Rhon Rhon from the text ?
A. It is symbol of Chinese culture .
B. It is designed by a foreign artist .
C. It is a representative of competition
D. It is a mixture of 35 different cultures.
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
Reducing Stress
How can you help kids cope with stress? Proper rest and goodnutrition can boost coping skills, as can good parenting.____16____Whether they need to talk or just be in the same room with you, make yourself available. Don’t try to make them talk, even if you know what they’re worried about. Sometimes kids just feel better when you spend time with them on fun activities.
____17____It’s really hard for some people to come home after work, get down on the floor, and play with their kids or just talk to them about their day — especially if they’ve had a stressful day themselves.____18____ Help your child cope with stress by talking about what may be causing it. Together, you can come up with a few solutions like cutting back on after-school activities, spending more time talking with parents or teachers, or keeping a journal.
____19____For example, let your son or daughter know ahead of time that a doctor’s appointment is coming up and talk about what will happen there. Tailor the information to your child’s age — younger kids won’t need as much advance preparation as older kids.
Remember that some level of stress is normal. Let your kids know that it’s OK to feel angry, scared, lonely, or anxious and that other people share those feelings. Reassurance is important.____20____
A. Make time for your kids each day.
B. Talk to your kids about what they see and hear.
C. Even as kids get older, quality time is important.
D. As kids get older, they are unable to handle academic and social pressures.
E. But expressing interest shows your kids that they’re important to you.
F.So remind them that you’re confident that they can handle the situation.
G. You can also help by foreseeing potentially stressful situations and preparing kids for them.
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
I understood Chinese cultures only seen on TV and in books but I made little headway learning Chinese.___21___，it did not matter. The patience, generosity and___22___of strangers left me pleasantly surprised with Beijing.
I___23___needed Chinese. On my birthday, for example, I was___24___in the city. Everyone I knew was out of town, so I decided to___25___a day of it myself. I went shopping. After three happy hours, I went confidently up to the___26___and for a minute, I___27___everyone spoke English.
But after___28___my items, the woman behind the counter spoke in Chinese, and all I could do was stare___29___. I thought she was asking cash or card, so I pulled out some notes, but she____30____her head. We stood there for a few minutes____31____another cashier said, “A couple of your____32____are part of the sale and cannot be exchanged or____33____once bought.”
Another day, I went to the police station as I had lost my____34____in a foreign land. During that 20­minute talk, I realized the eagerness and____35____of people. Speaking in a mix of Chinese and English, the young police officer did all he could to put me____36____. He knew that as foreigners we were nervous at the police station, so he smiled and spoke. In the end, the____37____took a couple of hours and the wallet did not____38____anymore. I had made a friend.
There are many____39____and unforgettable memories of getting by without____40____，but perhaps without the friends’ help, Beijing maynot have been so easy to navigate.
21. A. Lastly B. Thus C. However D. Instead
22. A. warmth B. efforts C. sacrifice D. promise
23. A. totally B. basically C. completely D. rarely
24. A. still B. alone C. only D. even
25. A. do B. need C. make D. cost
26. A. counter B. store C. exit D. hall
27. A. guessed B. recognized C. assumed D. guaranteed
28. A. pursuing B. showing up C. assessing D. ringing up
29. A. helplessly B. poorly C. quickly D. patiently
30. A. waved B. shook C. nodded D. hung
31. A. after B. as C. until D. for
32. A. purchases B. expenses C. supplies D. parcels
33. A. accepted B. canceled C. broken D. returned
34. A. car B. pack C. wallet D. key
35. A. wisdom B. kindness C. excitement D. happiness
36. A. for sure B. in place C. in order D. at ease
37. A. incident B. procedure C. question D. survey
38. A. return B. stay C. change D. matter
39. A. perseverant B. pleasant C. ambitious D. innovative
40. A. Chinese B. police officers C. cellphone D. cashiers
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
Yesterday,China's Liangzhu Ancient City 61 (add) to the List of World Heritage Sites byUNESCO's World Heritage Committee at its 43rd session inBaku, 62 capital ofAzerbaijan.
The site, 63 (lie)in Yuhang District in Hangzhou City in China's eastern ZhejiangProvince, shows the prehistoric(史前的)agricultural civilization between 3, 300 BC 64 2, 300 BC. The site provides strong evidence that Chinese civilization 65 (start)5,000years ago, 1, 000 years 66 (early) than previously thought, according to Colin Renfrew.He is a 67 (retire) professor of archaeology(考古学)at the University of Cambridge and afellow of the British Academy.
The World Heritage Committee, 68 has been meeting inBakusince June 30, addedLiangzhu to the UNESCO) list in order to encourage better 69 (protect)and preservationof the site.
With this new addition, the World Heritage List now includes fifty-five sites acrossChina: thirty-seven cultural, fourteen 70 (nature) and four mixed ones.
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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.假设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信件内容。

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--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。

It is no doubt that birds are our friends. Therefore, a large number of birds are killed for food every year, that really causes more and more people to be worried. The other day I was walking in the woods while a shot was heard. Heard the shot, the birds in the trees fly in all directions. A bird was bad injured and looked sad. Finding a bird injured, I decided to take it home. At home I took good care of it. When it recovered, I returned it back to the woods. I hope something can be done to protect birds from killed.
第二节书面表达（满分25分）
52.假定你是李华．你的美国笔友Tom对中国文化有浓厚的兴趣，恰好你校今年寒假将为外国学生举办一场汉语冬令营活动（Chinese Winter Camp），请你给他发一封电子邮件，内容包括：1．时间和地点；
2．内容：学习日常汉语、了解中国历史和传统文化、参观博物馆等；
3．报名方式和截止时间．
注意：1．词数：100左右
2．可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯．
Dear Tom,
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
参考答案
1. C
2. D
3. D
4. A
5. C
6. B
7. B
8. C 9. B 10. D 11. C
12. C 13. D 14. C 15. A
16. A 17. C 18. E 19. G 20. F
21. C 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. C 26. A 27. C 28. D 29. A 30. B 31. C 32.
A 33. D 34. C 35.
B 36. D 37. B 38. D 39. B 40. A
51.(1).It→There (2).Therefore→ However (3).that→which (4).while→when (5).Heard→Hearing (6).fly→flew (7).bad→badly (8).a→the (9).去掉back (10).在from后加being
52.略。