2019届高三英语上学期期中试题
2019届高三英语上学期期中试题 新人教版 (2)
亲爱的同学：这份试卷将再次记录你的自信、沉着、智慧和收获，我们一直投给你信任的目光……2019学年度第一学期期中考试高三年级英语试题第一部分：听力（见第 11页）第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题 2分，共30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的ABCD四个选项中，选出最佳。
AFive of the most beautiful villagesSidi Bou Said in TunisiaThis village seems to disappear into the sky. All the houses are painted white and the skies are clear. It's not surprising that the life here is very relaxing, and it is also home to plenty of cafes and art galleries.Wengen in SwitzerlandDo you ever wonder how the world was before cars were invented? The village called Wengen might just help you realize your dreams. Cars have been banned from this area for close to 100 years, and everything looks like it was taken right out of Heidi. The locals have kept their Swiss culture undamaged.Shirakawa-go in JapanThis village is certainly known for its unusual houses with triangular roofs which seem to resemble hands joined in prayer. It's designed to keep snow from piling up on top of houses. These houses are the symbol of the area but there aren't many of them left anymore.Eze in FranceFrance in itself is pretty, but its most attractive village is Eze. This community seems to be frozen in time. This village is the perfect melting pot of cultures because of its closeness to Nice. During the Middle Ages, it was desired by invaders(侵略者),and while this was a cause of sadness for the local people in thepast, today the village enjoys its rich heritage(遗产).The architecture here is so diverse.Bibury in EnglandLocated on the River Coln in the West of England, Bibury was described as "the most beautiful village in England”.Honey-colored 17th-century stone cottages, the Church of St.Mary and a still-working 1902 farm are some of the ancient village’s must-sees. The most photographed spot is Arlington Row, which is a collection of 14th-century stone buildings.21.Where can visitors enjoy paintings?A.In Sidi Bou Said.B.In Shirakawa-go.C.In Wengen.D.In Eze.22. What's the similarity between Wengen and Bibury?A. They both sit by a long river.B. They both have an ancient view.C. They are home to many inventions.D. They are located in the same country.23. What do we know about Eze?A. Its people look sad.B. It forbids cars to enter.C. Its architecture is modern.D. It was attacked in the past.BIt is curious that Stephen Koziatek feels almost as though he has to explain about his efforts to give his students a better future.Mr Koziatek is part of something pioneering. He is a teacher at a New Hampshire high school where learning is not about books and tests and rote memorization(死记硬背),but something practical. As Koziatek knows, there is learning in just about everything. Nothing is necessarily gained by forcing students to learn geometry at a desk. They can also learn geometry by putting together a bicycle.But he's also found a kind of prejudice. Working with your hands is seen as almost a mark of inferiority(低等).Schools in the family of vocational(职业的) education “have that opinion...that it's for kids who can't make it academically,”he says.On one hand, that viewpoint is a logical product of America's evolution. Manufacturing(制造业)is not the economic engine that it once was. The job security that the US economy once offered to high school graduates has largely disappeared. More education is the new way. We want more for our kids, and rightfully so.But the headlong push into bachelor's degrees for all—and the devaluing of anything less—misses an important point: That's not the only thing the American economy needs. Yes, a bachelor’s degree opens more doors.But even now, 54 percent of the jobs in the country are middle-skill jobs, such as construction and high-skill manufacturing, according to the National Skills Coalition. But only 44 percent of workers are adequately trained. There is a gap in working-class jobs, but the workers who need those jobs most aren't equipped to do them. Koziatek's Manchester School of Technology (High School) is trying to fill that gap.Koziatek's school is a wake-up call. When education becomes one-size-fits-all, it risks overlooking a nation's diversity of gifts.24. What's the characteristic of Mr. Koziatek’s school?A. Paying attention to practical learning.B. Letting students do many tests.C. Encouraging students to read books.D. Forcing students to learn by rote.25. What does the underlined phrase "that viewpoint” in Paragraph 4 refer to?A. Vocational education is for academically challenged students.B. Vocational education is undoubtedly a good choice.C. Not all students can be admitted to college.D. Not all students can do physical work.26. How are people reacting to the disappearance of manufacturing?A. They lower their expectations.B. They try to improve their skills.C. They turn to the government.D. They continue their education.27. What does the author think of the school's goal?A. It needs lots of effort.B. It is worth achieving.C. It is unpractical.D. It is adventurous.CWhen I was eleven, my parents gave me the first book I ever owned—“The Tales of Edgar Allan Poe”.I distinctly remember opening it, reading the first lines of "The Cask of Amontillado,”and remarking to myself, "So this is what reading is!”My delight was unbounded. Little did I know at the time that I was at the beginning of a lifelong journey.So, if I read my first real book at the advanced age of 11, what was I reading before then? In a word, readers: relatively plotless, repetitive if well-intentioned attempts to teach children to recognize letters and their sounds and to build their vocabularies. Being a dutiful boy, I went through the motions and I learned what words were. But I had no idea what writing was. Until Poe. In Poe's stories, the sentences were more complex and stylish than anything I had ever read before.Poe, in short, was a start. My parents gave me that first book, but then I went off on my own. I liked science, which led me to discover Jules Verne and H.G. Wells. Other writers followed quickly one after another: Isaac Asimov, Ray Bradbury, Arthur C. Clarke. But I didn't limit myself to science fiction. Other titles that deeply impressed me early on, and which I have carried on my life's journey, include: “The Yearling," “Shane”“Ivanhoe,"“Of Mice and Men," "To Kill a Mocking bird," and “The Good Earth”.It went on from there. I became that kid who, long after his parents told him to turn the lights off, hid under the covers with a flashlight and a book, his greatest fear of being discovered and having his flashlight taken away. I realize that myparents must have known I was defying (违背) them. But in their wisdom they pretended to be ignorant of it. And so I owe my start as a reader to my parents.28. What does the first paragraph mainly talk about?A. The author's good memories.B. The author's childhood before 11.C. The author's parents' reading habits.D. The author's affection for his first book.29. What was the influence of plotless reading on the author?A.He didn't accumulate enough vocabularies.B. He didn't know what real writing was.C. He couldn't read complex sentences.D. He couldn't write a good article.30. What is the attitude of the author's parents to his reading under the covers?A.Indifferent.B. Tolerant.C. Anxious.D. Objective.31. What is the best title for the text?A. How I wrote a good bookB. How I found my favorite booksC. How I learned from my parentsD. How I became a reader of booksDAt one recently-opened restaurant in Japan, diners are warned that they very well might not get what they ordered—but surprisingly, it seems few customers are complaining.That's because waiters at the restaurant, which is called“The Restaurant of Order Mistakes, all have dementia and Alzheimer's(痴呆和阿尔茨海默症). The founders of the unique dining spot hope that eating there will help change opinions about dementia and teach customers to be more patient with those who suffer from it.Yahoo! Japan first reported that the restaurant opened in Tokyo's Toyosu district on June 2 and closed after June 4, but will re-open around World Alzheimer's Day in September. The restaurant’s name is a twist on the title of a 1924 story by Kenji Miyazawa called The Restaurant of Many Orders.The restaurant idea was originally thought of by a few like-minded people, including the owners of Maggie's Tokyo. The founders hope to spread a message about inclusivity(包容), and teach people to be more understanding toward elders with dementia. The restaurant also serves to point out that dementia and Alzheimer's sufferers can still be functioning members of society. It's also a fun way to celebrate human mistakes.It doesn't all run smoothly, though. The restaurant readily warns that waiters may bring customers the wrong order. They also may forget to bring drinks or other items.Mizuho Kudo, a Japanese food editor, tweeted(发推特) about her stop at the restaurant. She ordered a hamburger steak but was given gyoza dumplings instead, but everything turned out to be unexpectedly delicious and she said she "laughed a lot”during the meal. She also noted that the waiter were full of smiles and seemed to be having a lot of fun, laughing and excitedly attending to their customers with delicious food. Her tweet about the experience has been liked over 160,000 times, and many commenters seemed impressed by the idea.32. In what way is the restaurant special?A. Its waiters all suffer from a brain disease.B. It only provides traditional foods.C. Its service is the best in Japan.D. It opens only in September.33. What’s one purpose of the restaurant?A. To show dementia sufferers can still contribute to society.B. To raise money for people suffering from mental illness.C. To educate the young to understand the elders.D. To show people a new type of restaurant.34. What did Mizuho Kudo do after having a meal in the restaurant?A. She brought her friends to the restaurant.B. She opened a similar restaurant.C. She volunteered to work in the restaurant.D. She shared her experience with others.35. How did Mizuho Kudo feel about her experience in the restaurant?A．Surprising. B. Unusual.C．Pleasant. D. Necessary.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
精品2019届高三英语上学期期中联考试题
2019期中联考高三英语试卷本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第II卷（非选择题）两部分。
全卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
第I卷（选择题共100分）第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does Mrs. Jones do every day?A. Play tennis.B. Work overtime.C. Go jogging.2. What does the apartment lack according to the man?A. Laundry machines.B. Decorations.C. Bedroom furniture.3. How many pages has the man written?A. Two.B. Eight.C. Ten.4. What will the woman probably do next?A. Turn left.B. Turn back.C. Park the car.5. Where does the conversation take place?A. At a café.B. At a gas station.C. At a parking lot.第二节听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Why won’t the man take Flight F8008?A. It’s not a direct flight.B. It leaves too early in the morning.C. The tickets are notavailable.7. When will the man go to New York?A. On Wednesday.B. On Tuesday.C. On Monday.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
山东省日照市2019届高三上学期期中考试英语试题(含答案)
山东省日照市2019届高三上学期期中考试英语试题英语试题2018.11 本试卷共四部分，共12页。
满分150分。
考试时间120分钟。
注意事项：1．答题前，考生务必用0．5毫米黑色签字笔将自己的姓名、座号、考生号、县区和科类填写在答题卡和试卷规定的位置上。
2．一、二部分选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。
如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。
3．三、四部分必须用0.5毫米黑色签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内相应的位置，不能写在试卷上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不能使用涂改液、胶带纸、修正带。
不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
第一部分听力(共两节，满分30分)做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1．What fruit does the woman use?A．Pears．B．Oranges．C．Bananas．2．What did the woman do today?A．She cleaned the car．B．She bought an umbrella．C．She listened to the weather forecast．3．When does the man usually do exercise?A．In the morning．B．In the afternoon．C．In the evening．4．What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A．Father and daughter．B．Classmates．C．Teacher and student．5．What are the speakers mainly talking about?A．Preparing for a test．B．Eating during an exam．C．Getting a medical exam．第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。
福建省厦门双十中学2019届高三英语上学期期中试题(含解析)
厦门双十中学2019届高三上英语期中考试卷第I卷第一部分听力(共两节，满分20分)做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后,你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1.音频What is the woman now?A. A shop assistant.B. A tour guide.C. A saleswoman.【答案】B【解析】【分析】M: Rose, what do you do now?W: I used to be a shop assistant before I was a saleswoman. But now, I am a guide because I am really into travelling.【详解】此为听力题解析略。
2.音频How did the man come to school today?A. By Taxi.B. On foot.C. By bike.【答案】C【解析】【分析】W: Surprisingly, you cycled to school this morning. Why didn’t you walk as usual? M: Because I can’t be late for class, and I have not enough money to take a taxi. So that’s the best choice.【详解】此为听力题解析略。
3.音频When is Mark's birthday?A. January 30.B. January 31.C. February l.【答案】C【解析】【分析】M: Jane, do you remember Mark’s birthday?W: Let me see. Today is January 30, and his birthday is just the day after tomorrow. M: Are you sure?W: Absolutely. By the way, do not forget to bring him some chocolate. That’s his favorite.【详解】此为听力题解析略。
江苏省镇江市2019届高三英语上学期期中试题(含解析)
江苏省镇江市2019届高三英语上学期期中试题（含解析）本试卷分第Ⅰ卷(选择题)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题)两部分。
满分120分，考试时间120分钟。
第Ⅰ卷(选择题共85分)第一部分:听力(共两节，满分20分)第一节(共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1.音频What is Bob most probably doing?A. Watching a game.B. Playing basketball.C. Fishing.【答案】C【解析】【分析】此题为听力题，解析略。
【详解】此题为听力题，解析略。
2.音频When will the speakers meet?A. By 5:00.B. By 4:30.C. By 2:30.【答案】C【解析】【分析】此题为听力题，解析略。
【详解】此题为听力题，解析略。
3.音频What color is the Tshirt the man likes?A. Green and white.B. Gray and black.C. Gray and white.【答案】A【解析】【分析】此题为听力题，解析略。
【详解】此题为听力题，解析略。
4.音频Why was the woman annoyed?A. Because the film was too long.B. Because the seats were uncomfortable.C. Because the people behind were too noisy.【答案】C【解析】【分析】此题为听力题，解析略。
【详解】此题为听力题，解析略。
5.音频How does Mary feel today?A. Nervous.B. Sad.C. Happy.【答案】B【解析】【分析】此题为听力题，解析略。
江苏省扬州市2019届高三英语上学期期中试题(含解析)
江苏省扬州市2019届高三英语上学期期中试题（含解析）本试卷分五部分，满分120分，考试时间120分钟第一部分：听力（共两节，满分20分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does Jim do?A. A teacher.B. A student.C. An employee.2. Where are the speakers going after dinner?A. A park.B. A shopping center.C. An ice-cream shop.3. What is the man’s suggestion?A. Going to a show.B. Going to the concert.C. Visiting the National Exhibition.4. How long has the rain lasted?A. Five days.B. Six days.C. Seven days.5. What does the woman imply?A. She has to post a letter instead.B. She’s not sure if the computer is fixed.C. She can’t send the message righ t now.第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
精选2019届高三英语上学期期中试题(1)
育才学校2019届高三上学期期中考试英语试题第I卷选择题 100分第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题;每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1.what does the man mean ?A.The woman has been complaining too muchB.The woman’s he adache will go away by itselfC.The woman should have seen the doctor earlier2.How long does the match last?A. For one hourB. For an hour and a halfC. For one hour and forty-five minutes3. What does the man advise the woman to do?A. Study in a quiet placeB. Improve her grades graduallyC. Change the conditions of her dorm4. What can be inferred from the conversation?A. Everyone enjoyed himself or herself at John’s parties.B. The woman didn’t enjoy John’s parties at allC. It will be the first time for the man to attend John’s party5. Who owns the desk now?A. the manB. the womanC. Sam’s sister第二节（共15小题;每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
江苏省镇江市2019届高三英语上学期期中试题(含解析)
江苏省镇江市2019届高三英语上学期期中试题（含解析）本试卷分第Ⅰ卷(选择题)和第Ⅱ卷(非选择题)两部分。
满分120分，考试时间120分钟。
第Ⅰ卷(选择题共85分)第一部分:听力(共两节，满分20分)第一节(共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分)听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1.音频What is Bob most probably doing?A. Watching a game.B. Playing basketball.C. Fishing.【答案】C【解析】【分析】此题为听力题，解析略。
【详解】此题为听力题，解析略。
2.音频When will the speakers meet?A. By 5:00.B. By 4:30.C. By 2:30.【答案】C【解析】【分析】此题为听力题，解析略。
【详解】此题为听力题，解析略。
3.音频What color is the Tshirt the man likes?A. Green and white.B. Gray and black.C. Gray and white.【答案】A【解析】【分析】此题为听力题，解析略。
【详解】此题为听力题，解析略。
4.音频Why was the woman annoyed?A. Because the film was too long.B. Because the seats were uncomfortable.C. Because the people behind were too noisy.【答案】C【解析】【分析】此题为听力题，解析略。
【详解】此题为听力题，解析略。
5.音频How does Mary feel today?A. Nervous.B. Sad.C. Happy.【答案】B【解析】【分析】此题为听力题，解析略。
2019届高三上学期英语期中考试试卷第2套真题
2019届高三上学期英语期中考试试卷一、阅读理解1. 阅读理解Plan on traveling around the USA this summer? If you need help in arranging the trip, or want ideas about where to go and what to do, there are a number of outstanding websites that can make your American dream come true.//byways. orgThe National Scenic Byways Program covers 150 memorable roads. Some are natural routes, such as Route 1 along the California coast. Others focus on history or man-made attractions . For each, you are provided with a map, told the route′s length and how long is allowed, and given detailed suggestions on sights and stop-offs.This is the best website for reviews of hotels in US cities and resorts. The reviews are impressively thorough, covering locations, rooms, cleanliness, food and so on. Importantly, these are not promotional photos by the hotels, but more honest and real ones taken by inspectors. Search facilities are excellent. From the 243 hotels reviewed in the New York, you can narrow down what you are looking for by locations, facilities and styles, or just pick out a selection of the best.www. 101 This is the latest offering that features 101 holiday ideas to the USA. It’s an impressively diverse selection, ranging from touring in the footsteps of Martin Luther King to a golfing break in Arizona and a cycling and wine-tasting trip in California’s Napa Valley. Narrow down what you are looking for —whether by price, region, theme and who will be traveling — and then just the photos of the relevant holidays remain on view. It′s a really clever design.Walt Disney World in California can make dreams come true, but the price is not affordable for the majority of people. So turn to long established , dedicated to giving big discounts on tickets, hotels and dining at Walt Disney World. The website also offers general money-saving tips, suggestions for cheap and free stuff and brief coverage of other Florida and California theme parks.（1）If you are going to the USA for the man-made attractions, you can drive along ________.A . Route 1B . Route 6C . the Las Vegas StripD . the California coast（2）Why are the photos of the hotels in US cities and resorts real in www. oyster. Com?A . Because there are qualifications of the authority.B . Because they are taken by inspectors of the website.C . Because there are comments of customers on each photo.D . Because they were taken by customers who once lived there.（3）Travel ideas for a big family with kids and the old are available at ________.A . B . //C . www. D . 2. 阅读理解Last week I was riding my special motorbikeand then stopped at a convenience store. As I was getting my wheelchair off theback, a man watched me from his car and I noticed a wheelchair in his backseat. We spoke for a moment and I asked him about the wheelchair. He answeredthat it was for his daughter. “Well, do you think she would like to go fora ride on my motorbike with me?” I asked. He seemed sh ocked that a totalstranger would ask him this. He thought about it for a second and said, “OK,as long as I can follow you.”He introduced me to Amy and he sat her on myback seat. Her father followed me for a few miles and she talked non-stop aboutwhat she wanted for Christmas. As we came back to the convenience store, shesaid, “This ride is the best Christmas present I could ever receive. Ihave been in a wheelchair my whole life and didn’t know I could do this.”I told her about some of the other things I do . As her father was taking her off my bike, she turned to him andsaid, “Oh Daddy, I’m going to be OK. Mr. Bryant does all kinds of things,and I will too.” Her father turned away as a tear of joy rolled down hischeek. He hugged me and said, “I was sitting here praying for a gift forAmy that would encourage her. She often felt that her life was dull compared toother children. God answered my prayer just now. Now I pray thatGod will blessyou for your gift to Amy today.” I believed what he said. Being kind and thoughtfulto others, we can be an answer to prayer.（1）How did the father feel at first when the author invited his daughter for a ride?A . He was happy because his daughter could gain excitement.B . He was moved because the author offered to help his daughter.C . He felt surprised because he didn’t know t he author.D . He felt nervous because he was worried about his daughter’s safety.（2）According to the passage, the girl ____________.A . used to be a completely healthy personB . was inspired by the author’s experiencesC . was satisfied with her lifeD . w as unwilling to communicate with a stranger（3）What was the author’s gift to Amy according to the girl’s father?A . The motorbikeB . The wheelchairC . The blessingD . The ride（4）What can we infer from the passage?A . The author usually drove too fastB . The author worked in a convenience storeC . The author often offered strangers a ride on his motorbikeD . The author was a man with disability3. 阅读理解Public transport is declining in the rich world. To thosewho have to squeeze onto the number 25 bus in London, or the A train in NewYork, the change might not be noticeable. But public transport is becoming lessbusy in those places, and passenger numbers are flat or falling in almosteveryAmerican city. That is despite healthy growth in urban populations andemployment.Although transport agencies blame theirunpopularity on things like road works and broken signals, it seems more likelythat they are being outcompeted. App-based taxi services like Uber and Lyft aremore comfortable and convenient than trains or buses. Cycling is nicer than itwas, and rental bikes are more widely available. Cars are cheap to buy, thanksto cut-rate loans, and ever cheaper to run. Online shopping, home working andoffice-sharing mean more people can avoid travelling altogether.The competition is only likely to grow. More than onelaboratory is developing new transport technologies and applications. SiliconValley invented Uber and, more recently, apps that let people rent electricscootersand then abandon them on the pavement. China created sharing-bicycles andbattery-powered “e-bikes”, both of which are spreading.Transport agencies should accept the upstarts, and copythem. Cities tend either to ignore app-based services or to try to push themoff the streets. That is understandable, given the rules-are-for-losersattitude of firms like Uber. But it is an error.It is doubtful that most people make hard distinctionsbetween public and private transport. They just want to get somewhere, andthere is a cost in time, money and comfort. An ideal system would let them moveacross a city for a single payment, transferring from trains to taxis tobicycles as needed. Buildinga platform to allow that is hard, and requiresmuch sweet-talking of traditional networks as well as technology firms. It isprobably the secret to keeping cities moving.（1）What is the change in public transport in big cities?A . It is becoming busier.B . It is getting less popular.C . There are fewer traffic delays.D . There is more new transport.（2）In the author’s opinion, the reason for the decline of public transport is that ______.A . there are road works and broken signalsB . people are becoming healthier and employedC . cars and bikes are more and more availableD . transport agencies are seemingly less competitive（3）How does the author develop his idea in Paragraph 3?A . By giving examplesB . By providing research resultsC . By stating argumentsD . By comparing different approaches（4）According to the text, the key to keeping cities moving is ____________.A . to develop an ideal system that satisfies everyoneB . to build a platform that appeals to transport agenciesC . to provide people with more means of transportationD . to cater for both traditional networks and technology firms4. 阅读理解Why do some people live to be older than others? You knowthe standard explanations: keeping a moderate diet, engaging in regularexercise, etc. But what effect does your personality have on your longevity（长寿）? Do some kinds of personalities leadto longer lives? A new study in the Journal of theAmerican Geriatrics Societylooked at this question by examining the personality characteristics of 246children of people who had lived to be at least 100.The study shows that those living the longest are moreoutgoing, more active and less neurotic than other people. Long-living womenare also more likely to be sympathetic and cooperative than women with a normallife span. These findings are in agreement with what you would expect from theevolutionary theory: those who like to make friends and help others can gatherenough resources to make it through tough times. Interestingly, however, othercharacteristics that you might consider advantageous had no impact on whetherstudy participants were likely to live longer. Those who were more self-disciplined,for instance, were no more likely to live to be very old. Also, being open tonew ideas had no relationship to long life, which might explain all thosebad-tempered old people who are fixed in their ways.Whether you can successfully change your personality as anadult is the subject of a longstanding psychological debate. But the new papersuggests that if you want long life, you should strive to be as outgoing aspossible.Unfortunately, another recent study shows that your mother’spersonality may also help determine your longevity. That study looked at nearly28,000 Norwegian mothers and found that those moms who were more anxious,depressed and angry were more likely to feed their kids unhealthy diets.Patterns of childhood eating can be hard to break when we’re adults, which maymean that kids of depressed moms end up dying younger.Personality isn’tdestiny, and everyone knows that individuals can learn to change. But bothstudies show that long life isn’t just a matter of your physical health but ofyour mental health.（1）The aim of the study in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society is____.A . to investigate the role of exercise in living a long lifeB . to find out if one’s lifestyle has any effect on their healthC . to see whether people’s personality affects their life spanD . to examine all the factors contributing to longevity（2）What does the author imply about outgoing and sympathetic people?A . They are more likely to get over hardship.B . They are better at negotiating an agreement.C . They generally appear more resourceful.D . They have a good understanding of evolution.（3）What finding of the study might prove somewhat out of our expectation？A . Personality characteristics that prove advantageous actually vary with times.B . Easy-going people can also live a relatively long life.C . Readiness to accept new ideas helps one enjoy longevity.D . Such personality characteristics as self-discipline have no effect on longevity.（4）What can we learn from the findings of the two new studies?A . Anxiety and depression more often than not cut s hort one’s life span.B . Health is in large part related to one’s lifestyle.C . Personality plays a decisive role in how healthy one is.D . Longevity results from a combination ofmental and physical health.二、任务型阅读5. 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
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1. Why does the woman ask the man to come?A. She feels cold.B. She wants to order some food.C. Som ething is wrong with the soup.2. Who will probably hold a party?A. The woman's friend.B. The man.C. The man's friend.3. What does the woman mean?A. The man should buy the suit.B. The man should change hi s job.C. The color of the suit is not suitable.4. What are the speakers doing?A. Enjoying their honeymoon.B. Attending a wedding.C. Seeing a movie.5. What does Maria think of studying English abroad?A. Useful and necessary.B. Useful but expensive.C. Us eless and expensive.第二节 (共15小题；每题1.5分，满分22.5分)听下面5段对话或独白。
2019届高三英语上学期期中试题
2019届高三英语上学期期中试题第二部分阅读理解(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，从每题所给的四个选项(A, B, C和D)中.选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
AHave you heard of the following people? Maybe yes, maybe n o. But they may be an inspiration for you.The Tree LadyKate Sessions was an American botanist and landscape archi tect closely associated with , . After becoming the first woman to graduate from the University of California, Berkeley, she to ok a job as a teacher far south in the dry desert town of . Kate decided that needed trees more than anything else. Therefor e, this young woman single-handedly started a movement transforming the town into the l eafy, garden-filled place as it is today.The Snowflake(雪花) ManWilson Bentley is one of the first known photographers of sno wflakes. His enthusiasm for taking photos began from his boyhood and was often misunderstood in his time, but his determi nation revealed two important truths: no two snowflakes are al ike; and each is surprisingly beautiful. In 1931, he worked with William J.Humphreys of the U.S. Weather Bureau to publish Snow Crystals, a book containing 2500 photographs.The Father of His CountryBy the late 1760s, George Washington had experienced firsth and the effects of rising taxes imposed (征收) on American colonists by the British, and came to believe that it was in the best interests of the colonists to declare inde pendence from England. During the American War of Indepen dence, he led the colonial forces to victory. In 1878, he was el ected president of the Convention that wrote the U.S. Constitu tion. Two years later, became American’s first president. His retirement from office after two terms established a tradition th at lasted until 1940, when Franklin Delano Roosevelt won a th ird term. The 22nd Amendment (1951) now limits the presiden t to two elected terms.21 Who made a great contribution to beautifying an area?A George Washington.B Wilson BentleyC Kate SessionsD William J. Humphreys22 What is Wilson Bentley famous for?A His creative ideas to publish books.B His persistence in photographing snowflakesC His courage to fight against prejudiceD His devotion to teaching kids scientific truths.23 What does the author say about George Washington?A He was a national hero.B He was born into a poor family.C He became ’s president in 1787.D He served thre e terms as the President of America.BI’v worked part time since taking early retirement ten years ag o. I was inspired by an older friend. We worked for the same c ompany, and he retired two years before I was also considere d “spare”, as some companies call it.Soon after I left work, we had lunch together. First, he assure d me that there was life after work. Then he related his own e xperience. He didn’t want to take another full-time job, so he turned his daughter’s old bedroom into a home office. He arranged for some consulting work from our old co mpany, and he picked up more projects from other contacts. Soon he was working 20 to 30 hours a week. He wasn’t making as much money. His kids were grown-up, so he didn’t need as much income. “As soon as I left that j ob,” he told me, “my back problems went away. I started to ea t better and get more exercise, I make half as much money, b ut I feel twice as good, and I’m twice as happy.”I decided to follow a similar track. At the time, my younger chil d almost finished college, so my parental responsibilities were winding down. We sold our old house and moved into a town house. I went to work for myself. And the result? Today I, too, make less money. But we make ends meet. And I feel twice a s good and twice as happy.Our experience isn’t for everybody. But a lot of people have re tired early and lived to tell the tale, which proves it possible. J ack, another friend, was a salesman for a communication firm. He ha d a long distance to work and did a lot of traveling. He decide d to leave the corporate world, in part because he had health problems and he wanted to spend more time with his family. L ater, he quit his job with flexible hours and was restored to his health. And now he has found a part-time job, and he, together with his family, is leading a more rel axing life.24 How did the author and his friends feel about their retired liA It’s busy but wealthy.B It’s flexible but tiring.C It’s healthy and happyD It’s relaxing and wasteful.25 What did the writer’s friend try to tell him at lunch that day?A He regretted not leaving his job earlier.B He lived a much better life after retiringC He made more money after finding a new job.D His life was not easy for him after losing his job.26 Before Jack left his last job, he ______.A lived a busy lifeB used to find part-time jobsC often traveled with his familyD worked hard as a real travel agent27 What does the author mainly confirm by writing the text?A Health is more important than workB Young people generally live an exhausting life.C More retired people are paying attention to health.D It may be a good choice for people who retire early to do a part-time job.Social media is one of the fastest-growing industries in today’s world. Your friends’ lives may loo k more exciting than yours on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagra m, but a new research shows it is because they are faking(伪造) it.A recent survey has found around two-thirds of people on social media post images to their personal information to make their lives seem more adventurous. And more than three quarters of those asked said they judged thei r peers based on what they saw on their Instagrm, Snapehat or Facebook pages.The British survey, by smart phone maker HTC, found that, in order to make our own pages and lives appear more exciting, six percent also said they had borrowed items to include in the images in order to pass them off as their own. More than half of those surveyed said they posted images of items and plac es purely to show off, causing jealousy among friends and fa mily.Behavioral psychologist Hemmings said the trend was unsurp rising due to the rise of social media. “We’re living in a world i nstant communication.” she said. “Fashion and style used to li ve and die in magazines; now people are in search of authentic, peer-to-peer recommendations as well, making social media an equal power house to magazines and newspaper.”“With images being shared in an instant, we desire to know w hat our friends are wearing, or what super stars are buying, as soon as they have got the m.” Such is the influence of social media sites like Instagram, 76 percent of those asked also said seeing items on social infl uences them to buy them, with men more likely to take style a dvice and buy what they see.28 How do some people make their lives appear more excitin g?A By buying pictures.B By posting images.C By making up stories.D By risking their lives.29 What does the underlined word “jealousy” in Paragraph 3 mean?A Adventure.B ConflictC EnvyD Misunderstanding30 What can we learn from Hemmings?A The trend reflects the development of social media.B Fashion and style no longer exist in magazines.C Magazines and newspapers are less important.D The trend is beyond people’s expectation.31 Which of the following best describes social media like Inst agram?A PositiveB CreativeC PersuasiveD HonestDCrown shyness(树冠羞避) is a mysterious natural phenomenon in which the crowns of some tree species do not touch each other, but getseparated by a gap clearly visible from ground level. The effe ct usually occurs between trees of the same species, but has also been observed between trees of different species.There are many theories going around, most of which make s ense, but no one has been able to prove without the shadow of a doubt why some trees avoid touching each other.In his 1955 book Growth Habits of the Eucalypts, Australian fo rester M.R. Jacobs writes that the growing tips of the trees ar e sensitive to abrasion(擦伤), which results in crown shyness phenomenon. This theory was also supported by Dr. Miguel Franco. Some experimentshave shown that if trees displaying crown shyness are artifici ally prevented from swinging in the wind and touching each ot her, they gradually fill up the gaps between them.But while the above theory is arguably the most widespread, it ’s certainly not the only one. Some scientists have suggested that crown shyness is a mechanism to stop the spreading of l eaf-eating insects. These pests have been known to work togethe r and create structures that extend up to 10 cm off of tree bra nches in order to reach other plants, so the gaps are the trees ’ natural defense method.One Malaysian scholar studied many trees, but found no trac es of abrasions, despite their clear crown shyness. Instead, h e suggests that the growing tips of the trees were sensitive to light levels and stopped growing when they got too close to other trees . Plants are ableto sense how close they are to other plants and in order to g et more light, they give off some chemical element to stop oth er trees from growing too close.Whatever the reason, one thing is for sure: plants are more int elligent than people used to think.32 What can we know about crown shyness?A It can cause abrasion between trees.B It only happens between the same species.C It has been discovered for only half a century.D No agreement has been reached about its real cause.33 What will happen if trees showing crown shyness are stop ped from swinging?A The trees will stop growing and even die.B The gaps between the trees will grow wider.C The crown shyness phenomenon will disappear.D The gaps between the trees will remain the same.34 What’s tree’s reaction when attacked by pests according to the text?A Swinging less in the windB Leaving space between their crownsC Spreading their branches and leavesD Stopping growing for a period of time35 Which statement might the Malaysian scholar agree with?A Trees have special ways to attack others.B Some insects stop trees growing too close.C Trees compete with their neighbors for light.D Trees won’t touch each other to avoid diseases.第二节(共5小题;每小题2分, 满分10分)根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
2019届高三上学期英语期中试题与答案
2019届高三上学期英语期中试题与答案第Ⅰ卷第一部分听力(略)第二部分阅读理解(共2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, 从每题所给的四个选项中(A、B、C和D)中, 选出最佳选项。
AWill it matter if you don't take your breakfast? Recently a test was given in the United States. Those tested included people of different ages, from 12 to 83. During the experiment, these people were given all kinds of breakfasts, and sometimes they got no breakfast at all. Special tests were set up to see how well their bodies worked when they had eaten a certain kind of breakfast. The results show that if a person eats a proper breakfast, he or she will work with better effect than if he or she has no breakfast. This fact appears to be especially true if a person works with his brains. If a student eats fruit, eggs, bread and milk before going to school, he will learn more quickly and listen with more attention to class. Opposite to what many people believe, if you don't eatbreakfast, you will not lose weight. This is because people become so hungry at noon that they eat too much for lunch, and end up gaining weight instead of losing. You will probably lose more weight if you reduce your other meals.21. During the test, those who were tested were given .A. no breakfast at allB. different breakfasts or noneC. little food for breakfastD. very rich breakfast22. The results of the test show that .A. breakfast has great effect on work and studiesB. breakfast has little to do with a person’s workC. a person will work better if he has a simple breakfastD. those working with brains should have much for breakfast23. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?A. Poor breakfasts affect those who work with brains.B. Morning diet may cause one to get fatter.C. Eating less in lunch and supper may help to lose weight.D. Reducing breakfast is of great value in weight losing.BI’ve given a lot of speeches about education. And I’ve talked about responsibility a lot. I’ve talked about teachers’responsibility for inspiring students and pushing you to learn. I’ve talked about your parents’responsibility for making sure you stay on track, and you get your homework done. I’ve talked a lot about your government’s responsibility for setting high standards, and supporting teachers and principals, and turning around schools that aren’t working, where students aren’t getting the opportunities. But at the end of the day, we can have the most dedicated teachers, the most supportive parents, the best schools -- and none of it will make a difference, none of it will matter unless all of you fulfill your responsibilities, unless you show up to those schools, unless you pay attention to those teachers, unless you listen to your parents and grandparents and other adults and put in the hard work it takes to succeed. That’s what I want to focus on today: the responsibility each of you has for your education.I want to start with the responsibility you have to yourself. Maybe you could be a great writer -- maybe even good enough to write a book or articles in a newspaper -- but you might not know it until you write that English paper -- that English class paper that’s assigned (given) to you. Maybe you could be an innovator (reformer) or an inventor -- maybe even good enough to come up with the next iPhone or the new medicine or vaccine -- but you might not know it until you do your project for your science class. Maybe you could be a mayor or a senator or a Supreme Court judge -- but you might not know that until you join student government or the debate team. And no matter what you want to do with your life, I guarantee (am sure) that you’ll need an education to do it. You cannot drop out of school and just drop into a good job. You’ve got to train for it and work for it and learn for it.This isn’t just important for your own life and your own future. What you make of your education will decide nothing less than the future of this country. The future of America depends on you. What you’re learning in school today will determine whether we as a nation can meetour greatest challenges in the future.24. What’s the main idea of the passage?A. The teachers should take the responsibility to teach their students carefully.B. The parents should all the time take the responsibility to supervise the children.C. The government should take the responsibility to support the teachers and schools.D. The students themselves should take the responsibility to study for their future.25. What does the underlined word dedicated mean?A. frightenedB. excitedC. devotedD. determined26. Who will be the listeners of this speech?A. StudentsB. TeachersC. ParentsD. Principals27. What is the best title of this passage?A. Who is responsible for the future?B. Education---your choiceC. Your education, your futureD. Education changes your lifeCYou put a great deal of effort into reaching the college of your choice. It’s time to get started. But what’s next? Beginning college can be an exciting but awkward time. Follow these tips to adjust to your new life rapidly and make the most of your college experience.●To save time and money, use the college’s bus system. Taking the bus to school is quick, easy and free in most college towns. You won’t have to locate or afford a place to park either. It’s also a good way to be environmentally aware.●Save pennies on books by waiting until class starts. You might not even need all of the recommended books. New textbooks cost an arm and a leg. Try buying used textbooks ---it’s a surefire way to save money and serves the purpose as well.●Do never look at college life as an endless series of parties and social activities. But there is a whole lot more to college if you’re serious about graduating. Having a good college experience is all about balancing work and fun.●Be aware that your living environment can largely affect your academic success. If the dorm doesn’t suit you, consider living at home with your family or renting your own apartment. The best location for your studies isn’t always your dorm. Find a quiet area, like the library, to do your work. Alternatively, buy some headphones that block out noise.●Be mindful of your diet. Make healthy food choices and watch what you eat. Avoid foods that are processed or high in sugar. The “freshman 15”is real. Many college students gain at least 15 pounds during their freshmen year.●While electives (选修课) can be helpful when figuring out your major, you shouldn’t entirely rely on them. Clubs and other organizations exist around. Get involved. Make sure, though, that you still have time to study. Having too much on your plate can hurt your grades.28. Which of the following ideas can be financially wise?A. Driving your own car.B. Attending activities.C. Renting an apartment.D. Buying usedbooks.29. In the text, freshmen are repeatedly warned against .A. traffic accidentsB. physical problemsC. academic failuresD. social activities30. The underlined phrase “having too much on your plate”probably refers to .A. using too much money for mealsB. taking part in too many after-class activitiesC. eating too much unhealthy foodD. taking an elective that has too many students31 What can we infer from the passage?A. Some freshmen don’t have healthy lifestyle.B. All freshmen adapt to their new life easily.C. All freshmen should live in the dorm.D. Some freshmen enjoy their new life.DIn our deep mind, we all talk to ourselves—an inner monologue that might seem rather pointless. But as a study shows, the act of giving ourselves mental messages can help us learn and perform at our best. Researchershave identified the most effective forms of self-talk collected here—so that the next time you talk to yourself; you know exactly what you should say.Self-talk isn’t just motivational messages like “You can do it!”or “Almost there,”although this inside cheering section can give us confidence. A review of more than two dozen studies, published last year in the journal Perspectives On Psychological Science, found that there is another kind of mental message that is even more useful, called “instructional self-talk.”This is the kind of running description we engage in when we’re carrying out a difficult task, especially one that’s unfamiliar to us. Think about when you were first learning to drive. Your self-talk might have gone something like this: “Foot on the gas pedal, hands on the wheel, slow down for the bend here, now put your blinker on…”Over time, of course, giving yourself instructions becomes unnecessary—but while you’re learning, it does three important things. First, it promotes our attention, focusing us on the important part of the task and keeping out distractions. Second, it helps us manageour effort and make decisions about what to do, how to do it, and when. And third, self-talk allows us to control our cognitive and emotional reactions, making us stay on tasks.In a recent study of students learning to throw balls in a gym class, Athanasios Kolovelonis Greece found that self-talk is most effective when involved in a cycle of thought and action. First comes forethought, when you set a goal for yourself and make a plan for how to get there. That’s followed by performance, when you carry out the plan to the best of your ability. Last comes self-reflection, when you carefully evaluate what you’ve done and adjust your plan for the next time.Self-talk can play a key part in this cycle. During the forethought stage, consider carefully what you’ll say to yourself. You can even write them down. Repeat these self-instructions during the performance stage. With practice, you may find that your self-instructions become shorter; research has found that these words can become powerful signals.After the action is over, consider how you might change your self-talk to improve your performance nexttime---so that at the moment it matters, the right words are ringing in your ears.32. The main idea of the third paragraph is _____ while you are learning.A. that self-talk has three stages.B. that self-talk promotes your attention.C. in what ways self-talk will benefit you.D. that it is not necessary to give yourself instructions.33. According to the passage, what are you supposed to say to yourself first if you are learning to ride a horse for the first time?A. How can I speed up?B. Hold the rope and get on the horse!C. No problem! I can make it!D. What a big horse! I am scared!34. According to the author, being able to use self-talk is _____.A. a useful method to help us improve our performance.B. a key part of the forethought stage.C. a skill to deal with difficult problems.D. a final result of carrying out a difficult task.35. The author explains the self-talk by _____.A. setting down general theories only.B. giving instructions of how to self-talkC. considering important practice.D. presenting research findings and giving examples第二节(共5小题；每小题2分, 满分10分)根据短文内容, 从短文后的七个选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。
[精品]2019届高三英语上学期期中联考试题
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2019期中联考高三英语试卷本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第II卷（非选择题）两部分。
全卷满分150分，考试时间120分钟。
第I卷（选择题共100分）第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does Mrs. Jones do every day?A. Play tennis.B. Work overtime.C. Go jogging.2. What does the apartment lack according to the man?A. Laundry machines.B. Decorations.C. Bedroom furniture.3. How many pages has the man written?A. Two.B. Eight.C. Ten.4. What will the woman probably do next?A. Turn left.B. Turn back.C. Park the car.5. Where does the conversation take place?A. At a café.B. At a gas station.C. At a parking lot.第二节听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. Why won’t the man take Flight F8008?A. It’s not a direct flight.B. It leaves too early in the morning.C. The tickets are notavailable.7. When will the man go to New York?A. On Wednesday.B. On Tuesday.C. On Monday.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
2019届高三上学期英语期中考试试卷第3套真题
2019届高三上学期英语期中考试试卷一、阅读理解1. 阅读理解Best Western Ilford HotelBest Western Ilford is just 20 minutes away from Central Londonvia subway or train, putting you within touching distance of all that the capitalhas to offer!It is a 3-star hotel, offering luxury as well as comfort. Fromthe stylish, convenient setting to the latest multi-media facilities, we’re wellconnected in more ways than one!Our multi-lingual staff will do everything they can to makeyour stay as memorable as possible and you might pick up some handy new phrasesalong the way! If you want to see the sights and get the most out of London whileyou’re here, they’ll be happy to recommend the city’s best bits, and tell you thebest way to get there too.Even though near central London, there’s m ore countryside scenerynear the hotel. Just minutes away, you can enjoy the beautiful Epping Forest andride a horse along the famous Centenary Walk path. The English lakes and gardensin the nearby Valentines Park are simply stunning（极好的）, and the popular Fairlop Waters is perfectfor birdwatchers!Location: 3-5 Argyle Road, Ilford, England, IG1 3BH, United KingdomGetting there:Nearest motorway: M11, Ja406, 2.4kilometresNearest train station: Ilford, 0.8 kilometresNearest tube station: Gants Hill, 70 kilometresNearest airport: London City, 4.5 kilometresMeeting, Conferences and EventsThe meeting and conferences facilities at the Best Western Ilfordare second to none. We can cater for business meetings, training sessions, seminarsand product launches, so be our guest!For your reference:Twenty-Four Hour Service. No Lift. Hotel does not sell alcohol;however, soft drinks are available.（1）What do we know about the staff in Best Western Ilford Hotel?A . They will communicate with you only in English.B . They can show you around Central London freely.C . They can teach you English for days free of charge.D . They do everything they can for you and offer best service.（2）Which of the following places is the farthest away from the hotel?A . Argyle Road.B . Epping Forest.C . Gants Hill.D . Valentines Park.（3）What is the purpose of the last paragraph of the text?A . To draw your special attention.B . To introduce their best service.C . To advertise the soft drinks.D . To tell about the hotel’s histor y.2. 阅读理解That cold January night, I was growing sick of my life in SanFrancisco.There I was, walking home at one in the morning after a tiring practiceat the theater. With opening night only a week away, I was still learning my lines.I was having trouble dealing with my part-time job at the bank and my acting atnight at the same time. As I walked, I thought seriously about giving up both actingand San Francisco. City life had become too much for me.As I walked down empty streets under tall buildings, I felt verysmall and cold. I began running, both to keep warm and to keep away any possiblerobbers. Very few people were still out except a few sad-looking homeless peopleunder blankets.About a block from my apartment, I heard a sound behind me. Iturned quickly, half expecting to see someone with a knife or a gun. The streetwas empty. All I saw was a shining streetlight. Still, the noise had made me nervous,so I started to run faster. Not until I reached my apartment building and unlockedthe door did I realize what the noise had been. It had been my wallet falling tothe sidewalk.Suddenly I wasn’t cold or tired anymore. I ran out of the doorand back to where I’d heard the noise. Although I searched the sidewalk anxiouslyfor fifteen minutes, my wallet was nowhere to be found.Just as I was about to give up the search, I heard the garbagetruck pull up to the sidewalk next to me. When a voice called from the inside, “AlisaCamacho?” I thought I was dreaming. How could this man know my name? The dooropened, and out jumped a small red-haired man with an amused look in his eyes. “Isthis what you’re looking for?” he asked, holdingup a small square shape.It was nearly 3 a. m. by the time I got into bed. I wouldn’tget much sleep that night, but I had got my wallet back. I also had got back someenjoyment of city life. I realized that the city couldn’t be a bad place as longas people were willing to help each other.（1）How did the writer feel when she was walking home after work?A . Cold and sickB . Lucky and hopefulC . Satisfied and cheerfulD . Disappointed and helpless（2）From the first paragraph, we learn that the writer was busy_____.A . solving her problem at the bankB . taking part in various city activitiesC . learning acting in an evening schoolD . preparing for the first night show （3）On her way home the writer_____.A . lost her wallet unknowinglyB . was stopped by a garbage truck driverC . was robbed of her wallet by a man with a knifeD . found some homeless people following her（4）From the text, we can infer that the writer_____.A . would stop working at nightB . would stay on in San FranciscoC . would make friends with the manD . would give up her job at the bank3. 阅读理解There is an old Chinese proverb that states “One Generationplants the trees; anoth er gets the shade,” and this is how it should be withmothers and daughters. The relationship between a mother and daughter is sometimesconfusing. If close, the relationship can be similar to friendship.However, themother and daughter relationship has unique characteristics that distinguish itfrom a friendship. These characteristics include a hierarchy of responsibility and unconditional love,which preclude mothers and daughters from being best friends.Marina, 27 years old, says, “I love spending time wi th mymom, but I wouldn’t consider her my best friend. Best friends don’t pay for yourwedding. Best friends don’t remind you how they carried you in their body and gaveyou life! Best friends don’t tell you how wise they are because they have been aliveat le ast 20 years longer than you.” This doesn’t mean that the mother and daughterrelationship can’t be very close and satisfying.While some adult relationships are still troubled, many findthem to be extremely rewarding. This generation of mothers and adult daughters hasa lot in common which increases the likelihood of shared companionship. Mothersand daughters have always shared the common experience of being homemakers, responsiblefor maintaining and passing on family values and traditions. Today contemporarymothers and daughters also share the experience of the workforce and technology,which may bring them even closer together.Best friends may or may not continue to be best friends, butfor better or worse, the mother and daughter relationship is permanent, even iffor some unfortunate reason they aren’t speaking. The mother and child relationshipis closer than any other. There is not an equal relationship. Daughters should notfeel responsible for their mother’s emotional well-being. It isn’t thatthey don’tcare deeply about their mothers. It’s just that they shouldn’t be burdened withtheir mother’s well being.The mother and daughter relationship is a relationship that isnot replaceable by any other. Mothers never stop being mothers, which includes frequentlywanting to protect their daughters and often feeling responsible for their happiness.Mother always “trumps” friend.（1）The underlined word “preclude” in Paragraph 1 probably means “_________”.A . differB . preventC . benefitD . change（2）What do we know from the passage?A . The mother and daughter relationship can be replaced by a best friend.B . A mother’s love brings her and her daughter a close friendship.C . The mother and daughter relationship goes beyond best friends’ friendship.D . Marina has a troubled relationship with her mother.（3）The author proves his statements mainly by _________.A . listing dataB . giving explanationsC . quoting sayingsD . making examples（4）What is the best title for the passage?A . How to be a good mother and daughter?B . Who is a mother’s best friend?C . Mother or friend?D . Can a mother be a daughter’s best friend?4. 阅读理解Being sociable looks like a good way to add years to your life.Relationships with family, friends, neighbours, even pets, will all do thetrick,but the biggest longevity boost seems to come from marriage or an equivalent relationship.The effect was first noted in 1858 by William Farr, who wrote that widows and widowers were at a much higher risk of dying thantheir married peers. Studies since then suggest that marriage could add as muchas seven years to a man’s life and two to a woman’s. The effect holds for all causesof death, whether illness, accident or self-harm.Even if the odds are stacked against you , marriage can more than compensate. Linda Waite of the Universityof Chicago has found that a married older man with heart disease can expect to livenearly four years longer than an unmarried man with a healthy heart. Likewise, amarried man who smokes more than a pack a day is likely to live as l ong as a divorcedman who doesn’t smoke. There’s a flip side, however, as partners are morelikely to become ill or die in the couple of years following their spouse’s death,and caring for a spouse with mental disorder can leave you with some of the samesevere problems. Even so, the odds favour marriage. In a 30-year study of more than10,000 people, Nicholas Christakis of Harvard Medical School describes how all kindsof social networks have similar effects.So how does it work? The effects are complex, affected by socio-economicfactors, health-service provision, emotional support and other more physiologicalmechanisms.For example, social contact can boost development of the brain and immune system,leading to better health and less chance of depression later in life. People insupportive relationships may handle stress better. Then there are the psychologicalbenefits of a supportive partner.A life partner, children and good friends are all recommendedif you aim to live to 100.The best social network is still being mapped out, butChristakis says: “People are interconnected, so their health is interconnected.”（1）Which one of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A . The married men live seven years longer than the unmarried.B . Marriage can help make up for ill health,C . The unmarried are more likely to have heart disease than the married old men.D . Unmarried people are likely to suffer in later life（2）It can be inferred from the context that the “flip side” in Paragraph2 refers to________.A . the disadvantages of being marriedB . The emotional problems arising from marriageC . The responsibility of taking care of one’s familyD . The consequence of a broken marriage（3）What does the author say about social networks?A . They contribute a great deal to longevity.B . They help develop people’s community spirit.C . They provide timely support for thos e in need.D . They help relieve people of their life’s burden.（4）What can be inferred from the last paragraph?A . It’s important that we develop a social network when young.B . To stay healthy, one should have a proper social network.C . Getting a divorce means risking a reduced life span.D . We should share our social networks with each other.二、任务型阅读5. 根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项；选项中有两项为多余选项。
精选2019届高三英语上学期期中试题(6)
四川省眉山一中办学共同体2019届高三英语上学期期中试题第I卷第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。
录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. When does the conversation take place?A. At the beginning of a term.B. At the end of a term.C. During a vacation.2. Why can’t the man drive the woman tomorrow?A. His car is being fixed.B. He has a doctor’s appointment.C. He will be working in a shop.3. What will the woman do?A. Charge her cell phone.B. Visit her mother.C. Make a call.4. Who will throw a party for the woman next Sunday?A. The woman herself.B. The man.C. Nancy.5. What does the woman mean?A. Her mother is a housewife.B. Only 10% of American mothers work.C. Most American mothers work.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
2019届高三英语上学期期中试题(6)
2019高三英语上学期期中试题第Ⅰ卷（满分100分）第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题，每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. When does the plane take off?A. At 18:15.B. At 9:10.C. At 8:15.2. What are they doing?A. Playing a game.B. Doing an experiment.C. Listening to their teacher.3. Where did this conversation most probably take place?A. At a cinema.B. At home.C. At a restaurant.4. What does the woman say about the term paper?A. It took her an entire week to type it.B. She will type it next week.C. She still hasn’t finished it.5. What did Tom do yesterday?A. Had a picnicB. Came for dinnerC. Attended a birthday.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
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福建省福州市八县一中2018届高三英语上学期期中试题
考试日期：11月17日完卷时间：120分钟满分：l50分
第I卷(共90分)
第一部分：听力(共两节，满分30分)
第一节
听下面5段对话。
每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。
每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What does the man want to do?
A. Interview the manager.
B. Apply for a job.
C. Ask for directions.
2. What does the mother want the boy to do?
A. Read a book.
B. Climb the mountain.
C. Wait for her.
3. Who broke the coffee cup?
A. The man.
B. The woman.
C. John.
4. Where does this conversation probably take place?
A. In a bookstore.
B. In a classroom.
C. At home.
5. Why is the woman not sure of finishing the report today?A. She can’t type fast.
B. The ####puter may break down.
C. The report is too long.
第二节（共15 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 22.5 分）
听下面5段对话或独白。
每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。
听每段对话前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6和第7两个小题。
6. What are the speakers talking about?A. Holiday plans.B. European cities. C. Health problems.
7. Where will Michelle be during the vocation?A. In London. B. At home. C. In hospital.
听第7段材料，回答第8和第9两个小题。
8. What’s the woman doing?A. Giving a history lesson.
B. Preparing a presentation.
C. Working on a problem.
9. What will they probably talk about next?A. When Columbus discovered America.
B. What the New World stands for.
C. Who was the first European to discover America .
听第8段材料，回答第10至12三个小题。
10. How long will the man be away?A. A month.B. Nearly a week. C. Three days.
11. Who will take care of Roger?A. His father. B. His mother.
C. The woman.
12. What do we know about the woman?A. She is a teacher. B. She still works. C. She likes children
听第9段材料，回答第13至16四个小题。
13. How many people will probably go hiking?A. More than 4. B. About 5. C. More than 6.
14. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Close friends. B. Boss and clerk.C. Husband and wife.
15. Who will be likely to take charge of the outdoor activity?A. Helen.B. Susan.
C. John.
16. What will Jane and Helen do next weekend？
A. Enjoy themselves with Susan.
B. Go hiking in the mountains.
C. Do some holiday shopping.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20四个小题
17. How long did Miss Brown teach the students?A. Two years.B. Three years.C. Four years.
18. How do the students like Miss Brown?
A. Clever and thoughtful.
B. Rude and strict.
C. Kind and patient
19. Why do students like Miss Brown’s lessons?
A. They are easy to follow.
B. They are lively and interesting.
C. She is not strict with the students.
20. What do the students owe their progress to?
A. Miss Brown’s help.
B. The English exams.
C. Their hard work.
第二部分阅读理解 (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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。
A
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London is shoppers’ paradise, and most visitors head for Oxford Street. Halfway along is Selfridges, one of the world’s first department stores where the architecture and window dressing impress even before you go in. There are at least four other major stores on this street, plus Europe’s largest music shop. In December the atmosphere is especially festive because of the Christmas lights which。