2020届烟台一中高三英语上学期期末考试试卷及答案解析

2020届烟台一中高三英语上学期期末考试试卷及答案解析
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
People in the Middle Ages did eat with their hands. Personal utensils (餐具) were mostly unheard of, especially forks. There were spoons to help serve, but only special guests would receive a knife from the host. Everyone else would be expected to bring their own. Of course, eating with one's hands can be quite a sticky situation, so towels were provided to help diners stay at least somewhat clean as they ate.
Still, dining was often a messy affair. At special occasions in the wealthiest households, women tended to dine alone, separate from the men. Women were expected to uphold a quality of grace. Eating greasy meat by hand would certainly not help! Once the men and women had finished their meals, they would come together to socialize.
Dietary scholars of the Middle Ages believed that the foods in a meal needed to be served and eaten in order of heaviness. The lightest and most easily digested foods, such as fruits and cheeses, were eaten first to help the digestive (消化) system get started. Once digestion was underway, greens and light meats, such as lettuce, cabbage and chicken, could be eaten. Last came the heavier vegetables and meats, such as carrots, beans, beef, pork, and mutton. This method was considered the most healthful way to eat.
The main and largest meal of the day was supper, and it was eaten at midday. Dinner was a light meal, and many of those in nobility (贵族) -the highest levels of the Middle Ages society-skipped breakfast altogether. Breakfast was considered unnecessary for those who did not perform physical work. Snacks and any other eating during the day were viewed the same way. Commoners, or the working class, were allowed to eat breakfast and small meals throughout the day.
1. What did people in the Middle Ages usually do at the dinner table?
A. They cleaned hands before meals.
B. They used personal utensils.
C. They had to use knives at dinner.
D. They ate mostly with hands.
2. What is the third paragraph mainly about?
A. The order of eating foods.
B. The weight of various foods.
C. The principles of digesting foods.
D. The list of healthy foods.
3. Why did the nobility avoid eating breakfast?
A. Breakfast was wasted for the nobility.
B. Breakfast was viewed as unnecessary.
C. Breakfast was considered as a light meal.
D. Breakfast was saved for commoners.
B
Imagine that youare a superhero. Your superpowers are activated by a special suit. The suit communicates with your brain. It allows you to do amazing things with only a thought. By concentrating on strength, for example, you can kick a soccer ball across a field. By focusing on swift actions, you can jump to the top of a tree.
Such a connection between mind and machine may sound like a fantasy. To scientists, though, it is a very real goal. They are creating machines that let disabled monkeys walk. These machines may soon help disabled humans do the same. Unlike other bionic devices, these robotic “super suits” do not communicate with muscles and nerves. Instead, they have a direct line to the brain.
In 2005, doctors drilled a hole in the skull of Hutchinson, who had lost her right arm in an accident. Then they inserted a sensor onto her motor cortex (大脑皮层运动区). Wires connected the sensor to a receiver on her head. After she recovered, researchers pluggedHutchinson’s receiver into a cable that relayed signals from her brain to computers. Then they connected a robotic arm to the computers. The computerscould interpretHutchinson’s brain signals to move the arm.
Soon,Hutchinson, the computer, and the robotic arm became a team.Hutchinsonwas even able to lift her hand and drink from a cup. “She smiled when she put down that drink—that’s everything.” says Donoghue, a brain scientist.
Today other scientists are building on that success. One of those scientists is Dr. Miguel Nicolelis, who designed a whole-body bionic equipment. In 2014, a disabled former athlete kicked the first ball of the World Cup Games wearing one of Miguel’s full-body exoskeletons.
The exoskeleton was connected to brain signal sensors in the man’s cap. By thinking about kicking, he sent signals to a computer on his back. The computer then translated the signal into an exoskeleton-aided kick. Such designs may become common as scientists keep merging mind and machine.
4.Which can best describe the tone of paragraph 1?
A. Narrative and serious.
B. Persuasive and critical.
C. Informative and objective.
D. Descriptive and imaginative.
5. What is paragraph 3 mainly about?
A. Reason of the experiment.
B. Results of the experiment.
C. Process of the experiment.
D. Significance of the experiment.
6. Why is Dr. Miguel’s exoskeleton special?
A. It can be used on animals.
B. It can move the whole body.
C. It was supported by computers.
D. It was connected directly to the brain.
7. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?
A. Robotic suits may be widely used to help disabled people.
B. Exoskeleton is more common thanHutchinson’s bionic arm.
C.Scientific experiments are commonly carried out in football fields.
D. Disabled athletes can now play football again with the help of computer.
C
In this day and age, there seems to be a move towards secondary school subjects. For that reason, some parents and some students feel that the compulsory study of English literature is misguided and disadvantageous to students, particularly if they are second language learners of English. However, there are still good reasons for the study of English literature.
Students of English language sometimes fail to see the point of studying English literature,especially if they have no plans to study English or translation at university. But English literature can introduce students to a range of aspects, not only of the English language but also the culture of English-speaking countries.
There are aspects of English culture that are summarised by English literature. Of course, this is quite obvious when studying the works of Shakespeare or of writers, poets and playwrights of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. It is, however, also true when studying other works of English literature. Students can learn about good stories and references to different aspects of English culture. They can also learn the context and meanings of
famous quotes and phrases.
Studying literature does not confine the students to the traditions ofEnglandbut includes the possibility of introducing them to traditions which inform English literature, such as the study of Ancient Greek drama, and to literature in other contexts, such as American literature.
An enjoyment and appreciation of literature will give students the ability to develop this into an interest in books and reading as they move away from their studies and into the adult lives. They will have the confidence to approach and cope with new forms of books and writing, since they were exposed to a range of literature during their school days.
When studying literature, students can learn not only language aspects such as vocabulary items but also the language aspects which can be used for specific purposes. For example, if the students are familiar with the concepts of beat and rhythm of English poems, they can improve their own writing as they are able to appreciate and apply these ideas.
Finally, the study of literature can provide students with a fresh and creative angle, from which the students can approach their studies in particular and their lives in general.
So the next time you are reading a newspaper article complaining of the lack of creativity and initiative in the local workforce, remember that in a small way the study of English literature can help to add a refreshing and further dimension to a person’s life.
8. The author may agree that the study of English literature________.
A. has a long-lasting influence on students
B. is misguided and has more disadvantages
C. is not necessary for second language learners
D. only allows the students to learn the traditions ofEngland
9. We can learn from the passage that ________.
A.schools fail to care about students’ needs
B. learning English literature makes students smarter
C. English culture is closely related to English literature
D. the more you read literary works, the more you complain
10. What’s the author’s attitude towards the study of English literature?
A. Critical.
B. Cautious.
C. Supportive.
D. Anxious.
11. What’s the best title of the passage?
A. Parents and Students’ Demands
B. Why We Learn English Literature
C. English Culture and English Literature
D. Suitable Courses for Secondary Schools
D
Everyone can be angry. But if you take the time to actually examine your anger instead of just “feeling” angry, you’ll have a better understanding of yourself. Knowing why you feel so angry can provide you with some surprising answers. These answers can enable you to suddenly grow spiritually and mentally.
I can give you a personal example. I went to a meeting once and I was verbally attacked over an application I supported at my workplace. Various people went on and on about how terrible this system was and that it never worked. That didn’t bother me that much. I was used to that but one of the comments that was said was, “Your job is pointless.” This really upset meand at the time, I was ly furious(发怒地) with that comment.
I was so angry and upset that they would treat me that way. Once I took the time to think about what was really making me so mad. I learned a lot. I realized that the comment was more truethan I wanted to admit. In the big scheme of things, my job was pointless. It wasn’t what I really wanted to be doing with my life and this was what frustrated me the most. Here I was pouring part of my heart and soul into a job I didn’t even really want to do. I was using it as a crutch(拐杖) because I didn’t have the confidence in myself to take the scary road towards what I really wanted to do. As soon as I realized that, a lot of my anger just melted away. I also realized that I needed to start focusing on what I really wanted to do.
I now consider this incident as a great gift It got me back on track to moving in the direction I wanted to go with my life. I probably wouldn’t be where I am today if I hadn’t taken the time to figure out why I was really so angry.
12. What made the author angry at the meeting?
A. The system of the company was terrible.
B. Someone said his job is insignificant.
C. The policy of the company didn’t work.
D. The application he supported was of no effect.
13. What brought down the anger of the author?
A. The apology someone made at the meeting.
B. The crutch he used to take the scary road.
C. His awareness of the fact that the comment was true.
D. The courage he had to overcome the challenges.
14. Why did the author consider the incident as a gift?
A. It brought him back on track to the goal.
B. It helped him get promoted to a higher position.
C. It helped him change his character since then.
D. It provided him with confidence in his career.
15. What can be the best title of the passage?
A. How to Cope with Verbal Attack in a Company
B. Avoid Being Pointless at Work
C. Anger Is Harmful to Health
D. Understanding Yourself Better Through Anger
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
How to Increase Walking Stamina (耐力)
If you’ve decided you want to improve your fitness, walking is a good choice. It’s free, simple, and adaptable to your schedule.____16____If you don’t have the patience for that, there are a few other tricks you can try to help you reach your goals faster.
●Walk for at least 30 minutes 3 to 5 days a week. Going for regular walks improve your cardiovascular (心血管的) fitness gradually, but don’t sweat it if you can’t walk this long initially.____17____
●Go on a longer walk at least one day a week. Plan a longer walk for at least one of your sessions so you can gradually push your endurance. When you first start, the distance will likely be ly short.____18____Don’t worry about where you start - just focus on improving a little each week.
●Walk at a brisk pace of about 3 miles(4.8km) per hour. This pace is faster than a stroll, but likely not the fastest you can walk.____19____There are some smart phone apps, such as PaceDJ and RockMyRun, that will help you plan your playlist to include songs with the correct numbers of beats per minute to keep you on pace.
●____20____If you only have a short period of time to walk, add resistance to work on your stamina. You can buy ankle and wrist weights at sportinggoods or department stores (or online), but this type of equipment isn’t strictly necessary. You can also simply put a few books or solid objects in a backpack and carry that. After you’ve been walking with weight for a few weeks, try walking without the weight and see how much further you can go.
A.Carry weight while walking.
B.However, as you progress, the distance will grow.
C.Listening to music while you walk can help you keep the pace.
D.Over time, you body will get used to a certain level of activity.
E.Keep track of the amount of weight you’re carrying so you can increase it.
F.If you download a step app for your smart phone, it will help you keep pace.
G.If you walk a little further every day, your walking stamina gradually improves.
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It was a hot, humid summer day, and I had just pulled into the local gas station to fill my tank (油箱). After pumping the___21___, I started to walk inside to pay. That is when I___22___them. Two elderly women were standing back from their car. There was a mixture of shock and___23___on their faces. I looked and saw what they saw: five yellowjackets (小黄蜂) building a nest(巢) around their gas cap. My eyes widened. I___24___the ladies' fear.
Yellow jackets had___25___been friends of mine. Several times these wasps (黄蜂) had___26___me while I was cutting the grass, giving me many stings (蛰) each time I ran over their ground nests. The___27___time, however, happened when I was a young boy. A friend of mine and I were running and playing in my backyard. I must have___28___on one of their hidden nests again because___29___I knew it, both of us were being chased and stung over and over by the yellowjackets while we ran away____30____. I ran to my mom with____31____in my eyes. She____32____ran a cold bath and put us both in it to____33____the pain and itching before giving us medicine to____34____all the poison(毒素) in our little bodies from the stings.
Still, I knew I couldn't let fear stop me now. I____35____into my back pocket for a paper towel I had there, removed the____36____from the gas cap and stepped on it while the angry wasps buzzed around me. Both ofthe ladies thanked me, and I said, "You're welcome!" with a smile and a happy heart.
In life, you can't let the fear of being stung either physically or emotionally____37____you from doing what is right. We need to love each other and to change the world for the____38____. And the only way you can do this is one loving____39____, one kind word and one shared smile at a time. Don't let the yellowjackets in your life hold you____40____. Live! Love! Do good today!
21. A. water B. gas C. electricity D. energy
22. A. discovered B. observed C. watched D. noticed
23. A. fear B. pain C. joy D. excitement
24. A. caused B. shared C. suffered D. expressed
25. A. always B. sometimes C. never D. seldom
26. A. attracted B. hit C. beat D. attacked
27. A. worst B. best C. funniest D. strangest
28. A. touched B. stepped C. advanced D. crashed
29. A. after B. when C. before D. until
30. A. sweating B. screaming C. protesting D. laughing
31. A. anxiety B. laughter C. tears D. anger
32. A. confidently B. naturally C. obviously D. immediately
33. A. increase B. reduce C. stand D. treat
34. A. fight B. take C. spread D. destroy
35. A. searched B. reached C. checked D. swept
36. A. nest B. towel C. habitat D. wasps
37. A. recover B. protect C. keep D. reserve
38. A. good B. better C. bad D. worse
39. A. impression B. honour C. measure D. act
40. A. up B. on C. off D. back
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
Our daughter Jessica was born last March when my wife and I were living in New York. About two months before her first birthday, with the pandemic(瘟疫)___41.___(begin) to spread, we moved overseas to Amman, Jordan(约旦) , where my wife had taken a new job.
Just like other working families, keeping a good balance____42.____home life and our careers had been a huge challenge before the pandemic—___43.___ (especial) when work meant being away from each other for days, sometimes weeks, at a time in our child's___44.___(develop) when creating routines was so important. But things changed in March of this year, when Jordan went into one of the___45.___(strict) lockdowns in the world in response to the pandemic.
Since then, it has been such a joy for me___46.___(be) a constant presence in my daughter’s life, being part of the extraordinary moments of daily life under lockdown, all of___47.___are shaping what will be her first memories. One such routine that my daughter really seems to enjoy___48.___that I hope she will remember,____49.____(take) place every afternoon: flying a kite from the roof of our apartment building.
Kite-flying has become a very popular, lockdown pastime among youth in Amman. There are dozens of homemade kites____50.____(see) high in the sky every afternoon, a beautiful sight above an otherwise quiet and empty city under lockdown.
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.假如你是李华，上星期四你班举行了一个关于感恩父母的主题班会。

请你为校英文报写一篇报道，内容包括。

1.班会目的;
2.班会过程;
3.班会反响。

注意∧
1.写作词数应为80左右;
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

A Theme Class Meeting
参考答案
1. D
2. A
3. B
4. D
5. C
6. B 【xxxx】. A
7. A 8. C 9. C 10. B
11. B 12. C 13. A 14. D
16. G 17. D 18. B 19. C 20. A
21. B 22. D 23. A 24. B 25. C 26. D 27. A 28. B 29. C 30. B 31. C 32.
D 33. B 34. A 35. B 36. A 37. C 38. B 39. D 40. D
41. beginning
42. between
43. especially
44. development
45. strictest
46. to be 47. which
48. and 49. takes
50. seen
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。