2020年忻州市第一中学高三英语下学期期末试题及参考答案

2020年忻州市第一中学高三英语下学期期末试题及参考答案
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
Ever wonder why there are so many people polluting the earth? Ever say to yourself：Hey, I wish that I could do more to help the environment? Have you ever thought about trying to help the earth but never really did it? Well, here are some pretty easyand skillful ideas for that green - earth desire inside you.
●Turn off your computer. By leaving it on all day you are creating more CO2than a regular passenger would, driving to and from work in one day.
● Ride your bike or carpool (合用汽车).Obviously, youare creating less CO2which will help the ozone(臭氧).
● Make a garden. Even simply grow some plants in your kitchen, which will help produce more oxygen while eating up some of that evil CO2.
● Buy local groceries. It creates less impact on the environment. Besides, you're supporting your local farmers.
● Recycle. You had to see this coming. But you have no idea how much you are helping the environment by simply reusing a water bottle instead of buying a huge pack at the store.
● Don't run the water while brushing. It saves you money and helps the water resources.
● Open the curtains. Natural light is much prettier and it will keep the energy usage down.
● Rechargeable batteries. You have no idea how much it takes to get rid of batteries. Do yourself a favor. Save some money and some energy.
1. If you don't want to create more CO2, you may_______.
A. turn off your computer or open the curtains
B. turn off your computer or ride your bike or carpool
C. make a garden or open the curtains
D. use rechargeable batteries or make a garden
2. Which of the following can best describe the function of the first paragraph?
A. Main body.
B. Argument.
C. Lead - in.
D. Conclusion.
3. The main idea of the passage is about________.
A. the importance of environmental protection
B. some ways about how to prevent pollution
C. some suggestions about how to save energy
D. some suggestions about environmental protection
B
The grocerystore might not be your favorite place to visit when you're at home, but is it ever fun when you're in another country? Honestly speaking, they're one of those strange little destinations that I like to sniff out everywhere I go, much as other travelers head toward clothing stores, libraries, coffee shops or galleries.
The greatest beauty of the grocery store –– whether it's a supermarket or a tiny shop –– is that it gives you a glimpse into what local people buy to cook their own meals. This offers clues into their lifestyles and preferences, and into the agricultural and cooking practices of the country. I stare at the strange fruits and vegetables, the seafood, the cheese, the spices, the bread, and oh, the chocolate...always the chocolate!
Being the environmental nerd（呆子）I am, I like paying attention to packaging, which can reflect people's attitudes towards environmental protection. Italy, for example, has a habit of requiring customers to bag their fruits and vegetables in plastic for weighing, while Sri Lanka leaveseverything loose in bins. In Brazil, everything is prepackaged in a layer of plastic.
People in grocery stores tend to be friendlier. They smile, say hello, and sometimes ask questions, which can lead to great conversations. I had a further discussion with a teenaged cashier in Sri Lanka, over which bag of crunchy（松脆的）mix to buy. He insisted that the one labeled “spicy” would be too hot for me, but I told him I was willing to risk it. He laughed and we ended up talking about my favorite Sri Lankan foods for ten minutes.
It's interesting then to come home and look at one's own local grocery store through new eyes. What would a visitor think? What stands out, and what do the food displays say about us as a culture? You might be surprised by what you realize.
4. According to the author, what is the key benefit of visiting foreign grocery stores?
A. Learning to cook foreign dishes.
B. Making friends with local people.
C. Buying cheaper food and souvenirs.
D. Knowing local people and the country.
5. What does the author show by mentioning some countries in paragraph 3?
A. People's special lifestyles.
B. People's shopping habits.
C. People's environmental awareness.
D. People's packaging methods.
6. What can we infer from paragraph 4?
A. Sri Lankans know a lot about food.
B. Grocery stores are good social places.
C. Grocery stores vary in different countries.
D. Sri Lankans like to give strangers suggestions.
7. Which of the following shows the structure of text? (P: paragraph)
A. B.
C. D.
C
Since I was born and brought up in a rural town, I have a great interest in nature. Using the chance of studying abroad in my second year at college, I decided to go toCanadajust because I wanted to see the beautiful phenomena there So after I finished the study program, I went toYellowknifein theNorthwest Territories.
I clearly remember the sixth night inYellowknife. Suddenly my host mother came to my room around 8 p.m. and told me to change clothes and go outside quickly carrying her camera.
The northern lights were flickering (闪烁) in the sky! I was shocked and just stood there with my mouth open.
I forgot to take pictures of the mysterious lights.
Since that night, whenever it was sunny, I went outside at night and looked at the sky. It was so cold that I lost all feeling in myhands and feet.
As I took pictures of the northern lights, I came to find a characteristic movement of the lights. They first appear in the north part of the sky and then they gradually come down to the south part of the sky. After that,
suddenly, they come in the middle of the north and south only for a while, which is the time when the best northern lights can be seen. Since it is only a few seconds for the northern lights to come down to the middle of the sky, it is very hard to get good pictures.
The stronger the sun acts, the better and stronger the northern lights flicker in the sky. That’s because they come about from the collisions (碰撞) between atmospheric gases and the solar wind. Much more solar wind comes to the earth when the sun is active, whichleads to the best northern lights. And the color1 s of the northern lights depend on the height of the collisions and the kinds of gases.
8. Why did the host mother ask the author to go out?
A. She wanted to take a picture of him.
B. She wanted to take a walk with him.
C. She wanted to tell him something important.
D. She wanted him to see the northern lights.
9. The author forgot to take pictures after going out because ______.
A. the host mother didn’t remind him to take the camera
B. he was shocked by the wonderful sight
C. the lights flickering in the sky disappeared too soon
D. he lost all feeling in his hands and feet
10. When is the best time to see the northern lights?
A. When they appear in the north part of the sky.
B. When they come down to the south part of the sky.
C. When they are between the north and south.
D. When they rise in the east part of the sky.
11. What does the last paragraph mainly tell us?
A. Waysto take good pictures.
B. The relationship between the sun and the northern lights.
C.The color1 s of the northern lights.
D. The time of the best northern lights.
D
You must have read "The Tortoise and the Hare(《龟兔赛跑》)" when you were younger. So which animal are you? The tortoise or the hare? Do you rush around trying to do things as quickly as possible? Or do you deal your
work at a slow , but steady(稳定的)pace? Whether you approach life like the tortoise or the hare can make a difference in the results you'll see.
Some will say that you should avoid being like the hare. After all. he was overconfident and finally lost the race. You mayalso have heard teachers say from time to time that "haste makes waste”. But what does that mean? Most people think it meant that the faster you do something,the more likely it is that you'll make mistakes. Many teaches wantyouto approach your schoolwork thoughtfully and carefully.
But does haste always make waste? Not necessarily ! Some people are able to work quickly while also maintaining(保持)a high level of quality in all that they do. Recent research, however, is making the idea of haste making waste seem more believable
Researchers found that the brain changes into a special mode(模式)when forced to make rapid decisions. Overall, there appears to be a trade-off between speed and correctness. As the brain makes decisions more quickly, those decisions are usually built on less information, which often leads to a greater likelihood of mistakes.
When you approach things like the tortoise. you methodically and steadily work towards your goal. You might not arrive there first, but then again you might! In any case, you're likely to make fewer mistakes and you might just enjoy the journey more than the bare.
Goals are great to work towards, but often the achievements aren't what we remember. In the end, the most meaningful and important parts of our lives are the journeys we went on , not the destination we reached. So be the hare when you have to, but always remember that the slow and steady journey is what you’ll remember and treasure the most.
12. Why does the author mention the story in the first paragraph?
A. To introduce the topic.
B. To show its popularity.
C. To suggest its importance.
D. To advise readers to read it.
13. For what purpose do teachers often say “haste makes waste to students?
A. To ask them not to waste their time.
B. To tell them it is OK to make mistakes.
C. To ask them to avoid making silly mistakes.
D. To tell them they should check their schoolwork.
14. What is Paragraph 4 mainly about?
A. How the brain collects the information it needs.
B. When the decision made by the brain is correct.
C. Why the quickly-made decision is often unwise.
D. What the relationship between lime and results is.
15. Which of the following may the author agree with?
A. Finishing the race is often a victory for everyone.
B. Joy is found not in finishing an activity but in doing it.
C. The journey to every destination starts with a small step.
D. A destination is important because it guides us on the journey.
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The World Health Organization(WHO)has the following advice to protect yourself from being infected with the coronavirus or other flu-like diseases.
___16___Clean your hands often and carefully with an alcohol-based hand cleaner or wash them with soap and water. Washing your hands kills viruses that may be on your hands.
Keep social distancing. ___17___When someone coughs or sneezes, he releases small drops of liquid from his mouth or nose which may contain the viruses. If you are too close, you can breathe in the liquid, including the COVID-19 virus if the person coughing has the disease.
Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth. Your handstouch many surfaces where viruses can survive up to nine days. Once contaminated(弄脏), hands can carry the viruses to your eyes, nose or mouth.___18___ Promote respiratory hygiene(呼吸道卫生). Make sure that you cover your mouth and nose with your elbow or facial tissue when you cough or sneeze.___19___
If you have a fever, a cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical care early. Stay home if you feel unwell, even with mild signs of infection such as headache and slight runny nose, until you recover. If you have a fever, a cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention, and follow the directions of your local health official.___20___This will also help to prevent possible spread of the coronavirus and other viruses.
A. Wash your hands frequently.
B. Then throw away the used tissue in a specially provided dustbin immediately.
C. If not, you are bound to be in a horrible condition.
D. Stay home and never participate in any social activities.
E. From there, the viruses can enter your body and can make you sick.
F. Stay at least one meter away from anyone who is coughing or sneezing.
G. Calling ahead will permit the health official to quickly direct you to the right health facility.
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 was working on a novel based on the lives of chimpanzees(黑猩猩). To___21___them, I read every book written by Dr. Jane Goodall. One day, while visiting the website about chimpanzees, I___22___the chance to complete a six month internship(实习) with the Jane Goodall Institute(JGI) in Tanzania.___23___having a full time job, I knew I had to go. I was offered an unpaid internship after___24___.
But then my logical mind jumped in, “You can't___25___. What are you going to do with your house and your life?” The___26___were continuous, so I hesitated. I wanted answers to my questions about why this trip___27___so much to me, why I had so much___28___and what would happen if I let go of my___29___version of life.
I did have answers in my heart that helped me walk through my fear and take on a new____30____. So after several weeks' struggle, I____31____made my decision. I drove to my company headquarters and____32____.Soon I boarded a plane toTanzania. On the trip, my heart pounded with____33____— unsure of what I'd find at my____34____.
During my six-month internship, I slowly____35____my soul. I met wonderful friends and completed several community projects for JGI. I also visited Gombe which is home to chimpanzees and the____36____staff there who offered to take us for chimpanzee tracking.
So much happened during my stay and all of it____37____the most wonderful unfolding of life lessons. I'll always carry the lessons and the light of those____38____in my heart. I experienced immeasurable____39____in learning how to listen to the desires of my soul and how to defeat fear, and being____40____to something new.
21. A. understand B. accept C. comfort D. accompany
22. A. gave up B. came across C. put forward D. broke down
23. A. By comparison with B. Instead of C. In addition to D. Regardless of
24. A. struggling B. promising C. applying D. begging
25. A. leave B. escape C. refuse D. hesitate
26. A. predictions B. answers C. comments D. whispers
27. A. introduced B. lent C. meant D. explained
28. A. regret B. fear C. disappointment D. shyness
29. A. unique B. uncertain C. important D. present
30. A. scene B. debate C. adventure D. habit
31. A. eventually B. instantly C. suddenly D. randomly
32. A. apologized B. resigned C. applauded D. swore
33. A. curiosity B. relief C. shame D. nervousness
34. A. destination B. heart C. home D. situation
35. A. recognized B. evaluated C. filled D. confirmed
36. A. smart B. kind C. clumsy D. selfish
37. A. dealt with B. mixed up C. disagreed with D. contributed to
38. A. memories B. wishes C. choices D. sufferings
39. A. interest B. difficulty C. growth D. desire
40. A. equal B. open C. true D. blind
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
Located in Erdos, North China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Kubuqi Desert is the___41.___(close) desert to China’s capital Beijing.
It was once known___42.___“the sea of death”. However, in the past 30 years, the government, social organizations and local farmers and herdsmen___43.___(work) together to control the desertification in Kubuqi desert.
Historically. Kubuqi was a rich city filled with water and grass. But due to climate change and over-exploitation from humans, the farmlands___44.___(final) turned to desert over 2.000 years.
Controlling desertification was the only way out for people still living in Kubuqi. With the first highway going through the desert___45.___(build) in 1999. People started planting trees in the whole desert. It was common for planted trees to die. But the next year, people just continued to plant more trees. Their hard work inspired the term “ Kubuqi spirit ”,___46.___（encourage）local people to move forward with great efforts.
Over three decades, tree planting technology saw continuous___47.___(develop) in Kubuqi. Now workers can plant a tree in just ten___48.___（second）, and their survival rate is over 80 percent.
The 102,000 residents in the desert have enjoyed the benefits of managing desertification. Meng Keda,___49.___family has lived deep in the Kubuqi Desert for generations, began a tourism business in 2006. He had____50.____income of 300.000 yuan last year.
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.单句改错（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）
每句中有一处错误，每处错误及其修改均仅限一词，改法如下：
增加：在缺词处加一个漏词符号∧，然后写出正确的单词
删除：把多余的词用斜线＼划掉，
修改：在错词下面划一横线，并在错词下面写出修改后的词。

The employee you have been think high of proves dishonest.
His carelessness resulted from the terrible accident.
From now, I will only be working in the morning.
With time went by, the weather got colder.
The city succeeded in host the Olympic Games.
She is satisfied that all her plans have succeeded one by another.
Because the terrible fire, all the valuable things in the museum were destroyed.
The house belong to my aunt, but she doesn’t live here anymore.
There’s some doubt that they can survive the terrible accident.
More than 100 famous films has been shown in the city since July.
第二节书面表达（满分25分）
52.假如你是校英文报编辑李华，你报拟举行以三牛精神为主题的征文活动。

请用英语为本活动写一份征稿启事，内容如下：
1.活动目的；
2.稿件要求；
3 .截稿日期及投稿方式。

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。

参考词汇：三牛精神the spirit of the ox
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参考答案
1. B
2. C
3. D
4. D
5. C
6. B
7. C
8. D 9. B 10. C 11. B
12. A 13. C 14. C 15. B
16. A 17. F 18. E 19. B 20. G
21. A 22. B 23. D 24. C 25. A 26. D 27. C 28. B 29. D 30. C 31. A 32.
B 33. D 34. A 35.
C 36. B 37.
D 38. A 39. C 40. B
41. closest
42. as 43. have worked
44. finally
45. built 46. encouraging
47. development
48. seconds
49. whose 50. an
51.(1). high→highly
(2). from→in
(3). now后加on
(4). With→As
(5). host→hosting
(6). by→after
(7). because后加of
(8). belong→belongs
(9). that→whether
(10). has→have
【56题详解】
考查副词。

句意：你一直评价很高的那个雇员被证明不诚实。

结合句意表示“对……高度评价”短语为think highly of。

故high改为highly。

【57题详解】
考查介词。

句意：他的粗心导致了这次可怕的事故。

结合句意表示“导致”可知短语为result in。

故from改为in。

【58题详解】
考查固定短语。

句意：从现在起，我只在早上工作。

结合句意表示“从现在起”可知短语为from now on。

故now后加on。

【59题详解】
考查状语从句。

句意：随着时间的流逝，天气越来越冷。

引导时间状语从句，表示“随着”应用as。

故With 改为As。

【60题详解】
考查非谓语动词。

句意：这个城市成功地举办了奥运会。

表示“成功做某事”短语为succeed in doing sth.，动名词作宾语。

故host改为hosting。

【61题详解】
考查固定短语。

句意：她很满意她所有的计划都一个接一个地成功了。

结合句意表示“一个接一个地”可知短语为one after another。

故by改为after。

【62题详解】
考查固定短语。

句意：由于那场可怕的大火，博物馆里所有有价值的东西都被毁了。

后跟名词作宾语，表示“由于”应用because of；because用于引导原因状语从句，后跟句子。

故because后加of。

【63题详解】
考查主谓一致。

句意：这房子是我姑姑的，但她已不住在这里了。

根据后文“she doesn’t live here anymore.”可知用一般现在时，主语为house，谓语动词用第三人称单数。

故belong改为belongs。

【64题详解】
考查同位语从句。

句意：他们是否能在这次可怕的事故中幸存下来还有些疑问。

doubt后跟同位语从句，解释说明doubt的内容，从句中不缺少成分，表示“是否”应用whether。

故that改为whether。

【65题详解】
考查主谓一致。

句意：自7月以来，已有100多部著名电影在这座城市上映。

本句为现在完成时的被动语态，主语为More than 100 famous films，助动词用have。

故has改为have
52.略。