2020届江西南城一中高三英语月考试题及答案

2020届江西南城一中高三英语月考试题及答案
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
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It looks like 2017 is shaping up to be a record-breaking year in movie History. Here is a list of some of the year’s biggest blockbusters so far.
Kong: Skull Island
A reboot (重启) of King Kong would normally get laughed at in this day and age, but it looks like this modem version of the story will be worth watching. With US actress Brie Larson and UK actor Tom Hiddleston in the mix, this film is set to be this year’s biggest monster tale.
Release Date:3/10/17
Beauty and the Beast
Director Bill Condon is bringing back a part of our childhood in live action, complete with the songs we all remember and love. With British stars Emma Watson and Dan Stevens leading thecast, the classic Walt Disney story already sounds like it’ll be a delight for both children and adults.
Release Date:3/17/17
The Fate of the Furious
There was doubt that we’d even get a Fast 8, especially after the fitting ending US actor Paul Walker’s character was given at the end of Furious 7. Fans thought they’d never see Dom and the rest of the crew back in action, but thankfully, US star Vin Diesel himself confirmed that The Fate of the Furious is fueling up for another go.
Release Date:4/14/17
Spider-Man: Homecoming
Spider Man is heading home to Marvel Studios for the first time. The movie will show us Peter Parker’s high school days, and will continue the threads we saw formed during his initial appearance in Captain America: Civil War. We know that Michael Keaton is playing The Vulture in this story, and that both Happy Hogan and Tony Stark, played by US actors Jon Favreau and Robert Downey Jr., are along for the ride.
Release Date:7/7/17
1.Which of the following movies can’t you see on May Day?
A.Kong: Skull Island.
B.Beauty and the Beast.
C.The Fate of the Furious.
D.Spider-Man: Homecoming.
2.What can we know about Beauty and the Beast?
A.It is fueling up for another go.
B.It is produced by Marvel Studios
C.It’ll show us Peter Parker’s school days.
D.It’ll be enjoyable for both children and adults.
3.What does the underlined word “cast” probably mean?
A.Characters.
B.Actors.
C.Directors.
D.Teachers.
B
NASA has flown an aircraft on another planet for the first time. On Monday, April 19, Ingenuity, a 1. 8-kilogram drone (无人机) helicopter, took off from the surface of Mars, flew up about threemeters, then hovered for 40 seconds and took photos above with one of its two cameras. The historic moment was livestreamed on YouTube. “We can now say that human beings have flown a drone helicopter on another planet,” said MiMi Aung, the Ingenuity Mars Helicopter project manager at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory, at a press conference. “We, together, flew at Mars, and we, together, now have our Wright brothers moment,” she added, referring to the first powered airplane flight on Earth in 1903.
The details: The flight was a significant technical challenge, thanks to Mars' s bone-chilling temperatures (nights can drop down to -130 °F / -90 °C) and its incredibly thin atmosphere — just 1% the density of Earth' s. That meant Ingenuity had to be light, with rotor blades (螺旋桨) that were bigger and faster than would be needed to achieve liftoff on Earth (although the gravity on Mars, which is only about one-third of Earth's, worked in its favor). The flight had originally been scheduled to take place on April 11 but was delayed by software issues.
Why it's significant: Beyond being a significantmilestonefor Mars exploration, the flight will also pave the way for engineers to think about new ways to explore other planets. Future drone helicopters could help astronauts by scoping out locations, exploring inaccessible areas, and capturing images. Ingenuity will also help inform the design of Dragonfly, a car-size drone that NASA is planning to send to Saturn's moon Titan in 2027.
What's next: In the next few weeks, Ingenuity will conduct four more flights, each lasting up to 90 seconds. Each one is designed to further push the limits of Ingenuity's capabilities. Ingenuity is only designed to last for 30 Martian days, and is expected to stop functioning around
May 4. Its final resting place will be in the Jezero Crater as NASA moves on to the main focus of its mission: Getting the Perseverance rover (毅力号火星探测器) to study Mars for evidence of life.
4. Why does MiMi Aung mention Wright brothers?
A. To honor the historic contribution of Wright brothers.
B. To make a comparison between Wright brothers and herself.
C. To highlight the importance of Ingenuity's Martian exploration.
D. To remind the public of the first powered airplane flight on Earth.
5. What caused challenges for Ingenuity designers?
A. The delay of software tests.
B. The force of gravity on Mars.
C. Mars's temperatures and atmosphere.
D. Technical difficulty in liftoff on Earth.
6. What does the underlined word “milestone” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?
A. A great victory.
B. A difficult task.
C. A roadside stone.
D. A historic event.
7. Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text?
A. Mars Drone Helicopter Makes Historic First Flight
B. Modern Wright Brothers Moment: Mars Exploration
C. First Drone Helicopter Spots Evidence of Life on Mars
D. Ingenuity: Mars Drone Flies to Take Incredible Pictures
C
Losing your ability to think and remember is pretty frightening. We know the risk of dementia (痴呆症) increases with age. But if you have memory slips you probably needn’t worry. There are pretty clear differences between signs of dementia and age-related memory loss.
After age 50, it’s quite common to have trouble remembering the namesof people, places and things quickly, says Dr. Kirk Daffner of Brigham and Women’s Hospital inBoston.
The brain ages just like the rest of the body. Certain parts become smaller, especially areas in the brain that are important to learning, memory and planning. Changes in brain cells can affect communication between different regions of the brain. And blood flow can be reduced as blood vessels narrow.
Forgetting the name of an actor in a favorite movie, for example, is nothing to worry about. But if you forget
the plot of the movie or don’t remember even seeing it, that’s far more concerning, Daffner says.
When you forget entire experiences, he says, that’s “a red flag that something more serious may be involved”. Forgetting how to operate a familiar object like a microwave oven, or forgetting how to drive to the house of a friend you’ve visited many times before can also be signs of something going wrong
But even then, Daffner says, people shouldn’t panic. There are many things that can cause confusion andmemory loss, including health problems like temporary stoppage of breathing during sleep, high blood pressure, or depression, as well as medications (药物) like antidepressants.
You don’t have to figure this out on your own. Daffner suggests going to your doctor to check on medications, health problems and other issues that could be affecting memory. And the best defense against memory loss is to try to prevent it by building up your brain’s cognitive(认知的) reserve, Daffner says.
“Read books, go to movies, take on new hobbies or activities that force one to think in novel ways, ” he says. In other words, keep your brain busy and working. And also get physically active, because exercise is a known brain booster
8. Why does the author say that one needn’t be concerned about memory slips?
A. Not all of them are related to one’s age.
B. Not all of them are symptoms of dementia.
C. They occur only among certain groups of people.
D. They are quite common among fifty-year-old people.
9. Which memory-related symptom should people take seriously
A. Totally forgetting how to do one’s daily routines.
B. Inability to recall details of one’s life experiences
C. Failure to remember the names of movies or actors
D. Occasionally confusing the addresses of one’s friends.
10. What should people do when signs of serious memory loss show up?
A. Check the brain’s cognitive reserve.
B. Stop medications affecting memory.
C. Turn to a professional for assistance.
D. Exercise to improve their well-being
11. What is Dr. Daffner’s advice forfight against memory loss?
A. Having regular physical and mental checkups.
B. Taking medicine that helps boost one’s brain.
C. Engaging in known memory repair activities.
D. Staying active both physically and mentally
D
A year ago I received a full scholarship to attend the University of San Francisco. All of my hard work paid off. My mom had spent a lot on my attending a private high school, so I made sure to push myself: I volunteered, took part in various clubs, and graduated with honors. I was so excited to start a new part of my life.
Soon enough, the big day came, but it wasn't like what I had thought. The first two weeks were the most difficult days of my entire life. Every night I would cry myself to sleep. I was missing my family, my home and everything in my hometown so much and I didn’t know how to deal with my broken heart.
To distract myself, I threw myself into my studies. I also found a ton of jobs. In any free time, I started forcing myself to go to the gym. I wanted to keep every part of my day busy so I wouldn’t think about how lonely I felt. Soon after, I began to control my eating, considering it another solution to my homesickness. But soon there was something wrong with me.
Finally, I went to see a doctor. When the doctor told me I had no choice but to take time away from school, I started to fear. How could I stop? School was what I was best at. “I’m not so bad,” I thought in my head. But the result was that I was taken to hospital again a month later and my mother camewoefully. I had to take a semester off from school, and go to the treatment center near my home.
If there are girls who are suffering similarly, I hope you know that there is hope and that you should have a positive attitude towards life. Though you may feel alone, there are so many people who can understand your struggle. That’s why I want to share my story.
12. Why did the author push herself during high school?
A. She wanted to attend the University of San Francisco.
B. It cost too much to study in a private school.
C. Her parents controlled much of her life.
D. Her family put her under pressure,
13. What can we know about the author in the first two weeks?
A. She couldn't fall asleep because of pressure.
B. She couldn't pay attention to her study.
C. She couldn't deal with her homesickness.
D. She couldn't catch up with others.
14. What does the underlined word “woefully” in paragraph 4 mean?
A. Sadly.
B. Surprisingly.
C. Curiously.
D. Happily.
15. What is the author's purpose in writing this text?
A. To look back on her past life.
B. To increase her own confidence.
C. To express appreciation to her mother.
D. To encourage other girls like her to be positive.
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Do you make any smart friends?___16___But you'll have an easier time if you join a community service group, continuing education class or book club. The following suggestions may help you meet people you want to connect with intellectually.
___17___When you hope to meet smart friends, it's important to identify what kind of intelligence you're searching for. For example, some individuals have a specific knowledge of cooking or engineering, while others may be well-versed in politics. After you identify a specific knowledge base that interests you, join groups and network among new people who share those interests.
Expand your professional circles.___18___If you currently work in a field that you don't find intellectually challenging, join a community club or discussion group related to your field of interest. For example, if you'd like to make some smart friends who are involved in the real estate business, join a business group related to real estate. Branching out socially in your area of expertise is likely to connect you to intelligent, likeminded people.
Invite new people to social activities. Once you come in contact with a new acquaintance, make an effort to develop a friendship by inviting the person to engage in some casual activity, such as having coffee, taking a walk, having lunch or playing tennis.___19___
Plan group events or social gatherings with the smart individuals you have become acquainted with so that a group can get to know one another.___20___If your event includes a variety of talented, well-educated people, you're likely to make more social connections and network with a wider variety of intelligent individuals.
A. Friendship is precious.
B. Identify your intellectual interests.
C. This works well with groups sharing common interests.
D. When you meet a nice guy, bring him into your social circle.
E. You may be able to meet smart friends by socializing with coworkers.
F. You may find it difficult to connect with a well-educated group of friends.
G. Find something you both enjoy and make efforts to get better acquainted.
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
完形填空（共20小题；每小题21.5分，满分30分）
China’s cultural relic protection has made progress, but many problems still exist and need to be solved.Chinahas made over 30____21____based on the law of cultural relic protection.
China has also_____22_____four international agreements concerning cultural relic protection and investment(投资) in cultural relic protection has also_____23_____.
Statistics(数据) show_____24_____from 2000 to 2005 when China carried out its 10th Five­Year Development Plan, total investment in the field_____25_____22.889 billionyuan. With financial support from government,Chinaalso started a nationwide campaign to search and_____26_____cultural relics in 2003.
China has so far included a total of 2,351 cultural relic_____27_____and 518 intangible (无形的) cultural relics on the_____28_____of national protected items. Recovery and protection have been carried out on important cultural relic sites_____29_____thePotalaPalaceinTibetand thePalaceMuseuminBeijing.
Chinese museums have developed well in recent years.Chinahas more than 2,300 museums that_____30_____about 150 million people annually.
However, cultural relics inChinanow face great_____31_____. Many historic cities have been_____32_____. Illegal trade and smuggling (走私) activities have not been forbidden,_____33_____has led to the loss of national treasures overseas._____34_____, many important cultural relic sites have disappeared_____35_____are hard to pass on because of too much exploration and improper use. And cultural relics_____36_____by minority ethnic groups (少数民族) have lost their character due to the_____37_____lifestyle of the people.
_____38_____, we should keep our mind clear and take_____39_____to better protect cultural relics, and_____40_____the whole society to take part in this cause.
23. A. ways B. principles C. measures D. rules
24. A. formed B. organized C. joined D. built
25. A. improved B. increased C. promoted D. developed
26. A. which B. that C. where D. what
27. A. arrived B. expected C. reached D. jumped
28. A. protect B. develop C. form D. check
29. A. spots B. landscapes C. addresses D. sites
30. A. list B. record C. file D. case
31. A. such as B. except for C. as well as D. rather than
32. A. make B. attract C. enjoy D. satisfy
33. A. chances B. opportunities C. pressures D. challenges
34. A. missed B. disappeared C. lost D. destroyed
35. A. what B. where C. which D. that
36. A. As a result B. What’s worse C. At last D. At least
37. A. or B. and C. but D. while
38. A. collected B. bought C. held D. discovered
39. A. decreasing B. increasing C. changing D. widening
40. A. Therefore B. Besides C. Moreover D. However
41. A. laws B. rules C. action D. measures
42. A. encourage B. request C. command D. force
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
Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.
Ocean exploration changed human history
One of humanity’s greatest achievements has been mastering routes across the world’s oceans. Communities separated by thousands of miles___41.___(bring) into contact and religious ideas have spread across the waters, while artistic creativity has been motivated by the experience of seeing the products of different civilizations. Customs have been decisively altered by the movement of ships across the oceans. No one drank tea in medieval Europe, but___42.___contact had been made with the tea-drinking Chinese, tea became popular with millions of people fromSwedento theUnited States.
We tend to hold the view___43.___the opening of the oceans was the work of the great explorers, especially the 15th century pioneers who edged their way through uncharted waters to southern Africa, the Indian Ocean and the lands of theIndies. These were sailors___44.___Christopher Columbus, who chanced upon unsuspected lands that blocked the expected sea route from Europe toChinaandJapan. But while these men___45.___give the
Age of Discovery its name, they didn’t start the exploration of the world’s oceans — and there were also scores of merchants who followed in___46.___route, taking full advantage of new knowledge about the open ocean to develop trade links across the world,___47.___laid the foundation for modern globalization. These were the people who really mastered the oceans and brought the continents into contact.
Since then, the oceans have only continued___48.___(tie) the world together — most dramatically when new routes were literally carved out, with the building of theSuesCanalin the 19th century and the opening of thePanama Canalin 1914. The first goods to pass through the Panama Canal consisted of a cargo of___49.___(tin) pineapples fromHawaii. The Pacific and theAtlanticwere___50.___(closely) tied together than ever before.
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；
2．只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。

I wanted to make a birthday card for a friend. First I went shopping and bought a card and another materials. Then I looked at some magazine and decided that I was going to do. Next I draw a picture of a cat because my friend loved cats. I was doing this when sudden there was knock at the door. It was my friend! I had to hid everything quickly! I finished make her card later after she went to home. I finally gave her the card on her birthday and she loved them very much.
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。

注意：
1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2.续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好。

The 45-ycar-old Chen Liyan was sweeping the floor at Taiyuan Railway Station early last Tuesday morning when she found a small plastic bag near a chair and discovered 100-000 yuan inside. Chen was shocked but she was determined to return the money to its owner.
While working, Chen watched carefully for anyone who might have been the owner. She waited for over two
hours, but having no luck, she went to the nearest police station to turn the money in. There, it was finally returned to its owner, Wang Zheng.
Wang thanked Chen repeatedly and apologized for the inconvenience, even offering her 5.000 yuan as a reward. To his surprise, however, Chen refused, believing that it would be wrong to accept money that she had not earned.
But what is even more surprising, perhaps, is that Chen's daughter, 16-year-old Liu Xia is currently seriously ill. Chen had already spent the last of her savings on the ongoing treatments and has also taken out a large loan.
Fortunately, Ma Dongbao, who works at the police station, stepped in. Living in the same apartment building as Chen's family, Ma was well aware of Chen's difficulties.
When Wang was told about Chen's situation, he decided to do something to help.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________
A large sum of money was raised and Chen Liyan was interviewed by the local newspaper.
_____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________
参考答案
1. D
2. D
3. B
4. C
5. C
6. D
7. A
8. B 9. A 10. C 11. D
12. B 13. C 14. A 15. D
16. F 17. B 18. E 19. G 20. C
21. D 22. C 23. B 24. B 25. C 26. A 27. D 28. A 29. A 30. B 31. D 32.
D 33. C 34. B 35. A 36. C 37. C 38. A 39. D 40. A
41. have been brought
42. when 43. that
44. such as 45. did
46. the 47. which
48. to tie##tying
49. tinned 50. more closely
51.(1). another→other (2). magazine→magazines (3). that→what (4). draw→drew
(5). sudden→suddenly (6). knock前加a (7). hid→hide (8). make→making (9). 去掉to (10). them→it
52.略。