河北大名一中2019—2020学年第一学期高三第三周英语周测试试题
河北省大名县一中2019届高三英语上学期10月半月考试题2019031301117
河北省大名县一中2019届高三英语上学期10月半月考试题考生须知:1.本卷满分150分,考试时间120分钟;2.答题前,在答题卷密封区内填写班级、学号和姓名;座位号写在指定位置;3.所有答案必须写在答题卷上,写在试卷上无效;4.考试结束后,只需上交答题卷。
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. Where does this conversation probably take place?A. In a bookstore.B. In a classroom.C. In a library.2.At what time will the film begin?A.7:20B.7:15C.7:003. What are the two speakers mainly talking about?A. Their friend Jane.B. A weekend trip.C. A radio program.4. What will the woman probably do?A. Catch a train.B. See the man off.C. Go shopping.5. Why did the woman apologize?A. She made a late delivery.B. She went to the wrong place.C. She couldn't take the cake back.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。
河北省邯郸大名县第一中学2019高三高考模拟英语试卷
2019届高三英语试题第一部分听力(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。
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。
例:How much is the shirt?A. £19.15.B.£9. 18.C.£9.15.答案是C。
1. What will the speakers do?A. Catch a flight.B.Pick up their son.C.Deal with an accident.2. How does the man feel about Lila?A. Bored.B.Scared.C.Excited.3. How did the woman get to Baltimore?A. By train.B. By bus.C. By taxi.4.Where is the man going tomorrow?A. To the school.B.To the beach.C.To the cinema.5.What does the woman mainly talk about?A.Buying a good bike.B.Learning how to drive.C.Paying attention to safety.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。
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. Where does the conversation probably take place?A. In a gift shop.B.In a food store.C.In a travel agency.7. What did the woman buy?A. A cup.B.A shirt.C.A key chain.听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
河北省大名县第一中学2020届高三9月月考英语试题(清北班一) 含答案
高三月考英语试题2019.9.25 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)请听下面5段对话,选出最佳选项。
1. What are the speakers planning to do?A Have a picnic.B Make some sandwiches C. Attend a barbecue party2. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. JobB. A pictureC. A university.3. Where is the woman’ s Dusmart Speaker?A. In the bedroom. B In the kitchen C. In the sitting room4. What did the man buy this morning?A. TrainersB. Socks C Jeans5. What did the man like best about the show?A. The singersB. The costumes.C. The dancing第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分2.5分)请听下面5段对话或独白,选出最佳选项。
清听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. What does the woman think of the man s summer Job?A. TiringB. Interesting.C. Well-paid7. What job is Tammy doing during the summer?A Fruit-picking.B Dog-walkingC Babysitting.请听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. What will the man do at 2: 00 pm probably?A Sell dictionaries.B Have an interview C. Work in the office9. Where will the man be around 5: 00 pm?A In a classroom.B At a company. C. At a coffee shop.请听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
河北省邯郸市大名第一中学2019-2020学年高三英语联考试题含解析
河北省邯郸市大名第一中学2019-2020学年高三英语联考试题含解析一、选择题1. ——Did your sister pass the exam?——She failed and is in low spirits.——I'm sorry for her.——____.A.Thank you B.You're welcome C.I would think so D.Never mind 参考答案:A略2. — Mr. Smith never means what he says.I dislike him.— ______________, as the saying goes.A. A single flower does not make a springB. A still tongue makes a wise headC. A man of words and not of deeds is like a garden full of weedsD. Actions speak louder than words.参考答案:C3. —Only those who have a lot in common can get along well.— . Opposites sometimes do attract.A. I hope notB. I think soC. I appreciate thatD. I beg to differ参考答案:D试题分析:考查交际用语。
I hope not我可不希望这样;I think so我认为如此;I appreciate that我很感激;I beg to differ恕我不能同意;本题的关键词是后句“Opposites sometimes do attract.”意见相反的人有时会相互吸引。
说明对话两个人的意见并不一致。
故D项“恕我不能同意”符合上下文。
河北省邯郸市大名一中2020届高三上学期第一次月考英语试卷
2019-2020学年度第一学期高三月考英语试题时间:120 分值:150第I 卷第一部分: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 kind of music does the man like the most?A. Jazz.B. Classical.C. Rock.2. What is the man’s problem?A. He doesn’t like French.B. He doesn’t have a dictionary.C. He doesn’t have good reading skills.3. What does the man want to eat?A. A pizza.B. A burger.C. Some dessert.4. How many notebooks does the man have in his backpack?A. Two.B. Five.C. Ten.5. How is the woman feeling about her speech today?A. Excited.B. Proud.C. Nervous.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。
每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. Which bed does the woman choose?A. A twin bed.B. A double bed.C. A queen-sized bed.7. What’s the relationship between the speakers?A. A couple.B. Mother and son.C. Salesman and customer.听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
河北省大名县一中2019届高三英语第三次月考试题(文科体育班,无答案)
河北省大名县一中2019届高三英语第三次月考试题(文科体育班,无答案)第一部分阅读理解(共两节,满分分)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和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
个选项中,选出最佳选项。
AWantedEnglish TeacherResponsibility:—Conduct English teaching according to British education system.Requirements:—University degree and above in English major or normal English.—Eager to learn and open-minded with creativity.—With deep understanding and respect for different cultures.(Warmly welcome fresh graduates to apply for this position.)Project management AssistantResponsibility:—Provide service for the project in Chongqing.—Provide assistance for the project manager for everyday work.—Responsible for file management, customer service for students and parents.Requirements:—College degree.—Good English and computer skills.—Related working experience in the international organization.—Patient, careful, supportive. Has strong teamwork spirit.Marketing AssistantResponsibility:—Responsible for the local management of marketing and sales activities accordingto the instruction from the head office.—Collect related information to the head office.—Develop relationship with local media and customers.Requirements:—College degree and above with good English (speaking and writing).—With basic idea of sales and marketing, related experience is preferred.—Working experience in the international organization is a must.—Good communication and presentation skills.AccountantResponsibility:—Accountant work for Chongqing office and project.—Perform the finance management locally according to the rules and policy of the company.Requirements:—College degree and above in finance area.—Good English and computer skills.—Good sense of finance management.—At least two years of experience as accountant in the international organization is a must.—Self-management, hard-working, independent and able to deal with pressure.1. Which position may attract new graduates most?A. A marketing assistant.B. An English teacherC. A project management assistant.D. An accountant.2. Which of the following is a must for the four positions?A. Eagerness for learning.B. Good computer skills.C. Good English.D. Good presentation skills.3.If you get the po sition of Project Management Assistant, you needn’t _______.A. collect the related information for the head officeB. provide assistance for the project managerC. provide service for the project in ChongqingD. be responsible for customer service for students and parentsBOff the Beaten Cart PathThe best-selling travel book which includes over 200 new places of interest, over 200 new full-color photographs, and all-new, up-to-date maps. It includes over 1,000 of the United States most must-see destinations.Cover price: $ 30.00Our price: $ 19.80ParentsThe most popular magazine for parents who want to raise smart and loving children. It has child development guidance, advice on your child’s health and safety, and the best way to encourage your c hild’s learning.Cover Price: $ 26.00Our price: $ 12.60Best Weekend ProjectsThe projects are chosen from 80 special ideas to create an unusual living space. They are practical, as well as creative. They will improve your home and yard and can be made on weekends. And the most important of all, they are easy to follow.Cover Price: $ 17.95Our price: $ 13.90LuckyThe shopping magazine with the best buys, and the fashion tips. You’ll need them before you go to the stores. What makes Lucky really special is that it gives you the information you need before anyone else has it.Cover Price: $ 18.50Our Price: $ 15.504. How much can you save to buy a copy of Best Weekend Projects now?A. $ 13.4.B. $ 10.2.C. $ 4.05.D. $ 3.5. Which book can give you some advice on shopping?A. Parents.B. Lucky.C. Off the Beaten Cart Path.D. Best Weekend Projects.6. Who may like the book Off the Beaten Curt Path most?A. Ladies loving shopping.B. Parents with new-born babies.C. Husbands wanting to improve their home.D. Persons loving traveling in America.7. What does the passage most probably belong to?A. A story.B. A report.C. A notice.D. An advertisement.CResearchers say bedtime rules may improve a child's development. A new study found better results in fouryearolds who go to bed around the same time every night and sleep at least eleven hours. Getting less than that led to lower abilities in language, reading and early math skills.Researchers studied about eight thousand children whose parents took part in the research on early childhood. The parents answered questions by telephone at nine months and again at four years.Researcher Erika Gaylor asked parents to follow routines (惯例) like reading books or telling stories to their children. Children who go to bed after nine o'clock took longer to fall asleep and slept less. Children also got less sleep if they did not have bedtime routines.A separate study found that more sleep may even make a person run faster. The study was small — seven players in the Stanford University football team. For the study, they aimed for (争取) at least ten hours of sleep each night during the season. After seven to eight weeks of more sleep, the players ran faster in short training races. They also felt less sleepy during the day.Stanford sleep researcher Cheri Mah says sleep should be part of a player's training program. This is some of her advice: Adults should try to get seven to eight hours of sleep a night. Teenagers and young adults should aim for nine hours or more. Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. And take brief naps during the day to get more sleep.8.The underlined “that” in the first paragraph refers to “________”.A.a bedtime rule B.a fouryearold childC.a book D.eleven hours' sleep9.What does Erika Gaylor think can help children fall asleep?A.Talking with children. B.Doing the same things at bedtime.C.Asking doctors for advice. D.Going to bed after nine o'clock. 10.From the fourth paragraph we can learn that ________.A.football players need more sleep than othersB.players are easily injured if they don't sleep wellC.too much training can make players feel sleepyD.enough sleep can make players do well in races11.What does the passage mainly talk about?A.Bedtime rules lead to better skills.B.Bad sleeping habits cause health problems.C.Children need more sleep than adults.D.Bedtime rules make children sleep more.DLast night, on my way home I stopped because of being attracted by some hamburgers at a fast food restaurant. On my way in, a homeless man approached me and asked, “Do you have any b ottles lying around?” I knew he would recycle them for a few cents, but I didn’t have any, so I said no. And again he asked, “Can you spare some change (零钱)?” I smiled, and said no again. He was very respectful; he smiled back and said, “OK, thank you.” Even though he didn’t have anything, he was still in good spirits. From the way he spoke I could tell he was smart.Then I bought one hamburger and enjoyed my meal, but in the back of my mind I wondered whether the homeless man was hungry. After I finished my meal I decided to order another one for him. At this point I didn’t know if he was still around, but I tried anyway.At the counter I ordered a hamburger and also a hot chocolate, because it wascold outside, and I thought it would help warm him up. They delivered me the hot chocolate first and as I waited for my hamburger, I noticed the homeless man was standing right beside me. I looked at him and smiled, “This hot chocolate is for you.”He replied like a gentleman,“Thank you so much. That’s very kind of you.”I always believe no matter how hard up (缺钱) I am, there are always those who are worse off than I. When you help someone, it’s not always about money, it’s about love. The love you give today, someone might forget tomorrow. It doesn’t matter. Love anyway, because the greatest thing you can give is love.12. Why did the author stop at a fast food restaurant?A. Because he was hungry and thirsty.B. Because he wanted to help the homeless man there.C. Because he hoped he could collect some bottles there.D. Because the hamburgers there interested him.13. We can learn from the first two paragraphs that the author _____.A. was angry with the homeless manB. decided to help the homeless man after his mealC. was an old friend of the homeless manD. finished his meal quickly to help the homeless man14. We can infer from the text that the homeless man was _____.A. old and sickB. sad and nervousC. polite and friendlyD. calm and confident15. The author wants to tell us that _____.A. there is always someone that we can helpB. money cannot buy everythingC. we shouldn’t forget those who once helped usD. love cannot be forced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, 选项中有两项为多余选项。
河北大名一中2019—2020年上学期高三强化训练英语试题一
高三英语试题一第Ⅰ卷第一部分听力理解(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 are the speakers talking about?A. A game.B.A performance.C.A party.2.How late was the man?A. 45 minutes.B.30 minutes.C.15 minutes.3.Why does the man want to give up math?A.It takes time .B.It is difficult.C.It is boring.4.What will the man do next?A.Bring the test result.B.Finish the record.C.Do the test.5.What’s the mos t probable relationship between the speakers?A.Colleagues.B.Neighbors.C.Father and daughter.第二节(共15个小题;每题1.5分,满分22.5分)请听下面5段对话或独白,选出最佳选项。
请听第6段材料,回答6、7题。
6.What do we know about the living room?A.It is full of sunshine.B.It is really big.C.It has blue walls.7.What is in the bedroom?A. A fireplace.B.A table.C.A carpet.请听第7段材料,回答8、9题。
8.When does the woman advise the man to watch his show?A.This Sunday evening.B.This Sunday afternoon.C.This Saturday evening.9.What is the man’s father doing?A.Preparing for a meeting.B.Planning a dinner party.C.Looking for the remote control.请听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
河北省大名县一中2019届高三英语上学期期末强化训练试题(三)
河北省大名县一中2019届高三英语上学期期末强化训练试题(三)第一卷第一部分听力(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。
每段对话仅读一篇。
1. When will Mike come back?A. At 4:30.B. At 5:00.C. At 5:302. What does the man study in his spare time?A. Jazz.B. Painting.C. English.3. Where does the conversation probably take place?A.In a store.B. In a hospital.C.In a school.4. How much should the woman pay without the discount?A. 50 dollars.B. 100 dollars.C.200 dollars.5. Where is the woman’s brother probably now?A. In Paris.B. In Beijing.C. In New York.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。
每段对话或独白读两遍.请听第6段材料,回答第6,7题6. What is the man probably doing?A. Doing his homework.B. Washing the dishes.C. Reading a newspaper.7. What’s the possible relationship between the two speakers?A. Teacher and student.B. Customer and clerk.C. Mother and son.请听第7段材料,回答第8,9题8. Where does the man plan to go at the weekend?A. The woods.B. The beach.C. The mountains.9. What does the man tell the woman to bring at last?A.A hat.B.Food.C.Drinks.请听第8段材料,回答第10至12题10. What does the man think of the article?A. Boring.B. Interesting.C.Difficult.11. Who will cook dinner tonight?A. The woman.B.The man.C.The man’s grandma.12. When will the two speaker’s mother come back?A.This afternoon.B.Tomorrow morning.C.Tomorrow afternoon.请听第9段材料,回答第13至16题13. How does the man probably look now?A. Tired.B.Surprised.C.Sad.14. How much will the man’s owner charge for the rent?A.500 dollars.B.600 dollars.C.700 dollars.15.What did the man’s friend often do in the apartment?A. He often smoked.B.He often drank alone.C.He often sang with his friend.16. What can we know about the man?A.He likes to live alone.B.He hates making friend.C.He comes home late at night.请听第10段材料,回答第17至20题17. What is a good newspaper story like?A. Ordinary and complete.B.New and attractive.C.International.18.What can we know about newspaper stories compared with TV stories?A. They report much faster.B. They have fewer readers.C.They make readers learn more.19.Why do some people like reading stories happening in their owncountry?A. Because of more information.B.Because of the attraction.C.Because of the familiarity.20.What does the speaker mainly tell us?A.The development of the newspaper.B.The qualities of a good newspaper.C.The character of the international news.第二部分:阅读理解(共两节,20小题,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,从每题所给的四个选项中选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将之涂黑。
2020届河北省大名县一中高三(普通班)上学期第一周周测英语试卷及答案
2020届大名县一中高三(普通班)上学期第一周周测英语试卷第一部分阅读理解(共15小题:每小题2分,满分30分)ASummer Programs for TeensUniversity of Maryland: TERP Young ScholarsThis program is the perfect summer camp for academically talented teenagers who want to pursue academic interests, explore career opportunities, and discover college life at the University of Maryland.During three weeks of intellectual exploration, teens can study with students who share similar interests, and communicate with some of the university’s best teachers. Upon succe ssful completion, students can earn three college credits.Carpe Diem: The University-bound AdventureCarpe Diem supports both American and international students in applying to a university by providing private consultation. This 2-week experience also includes tours of famous East Const universities. Students will also have the opportunity to build their resumes (简历) by working with writing experts.Great Books Summer ProgramThis is a lively, warm and welcoming summer camp community of outstanding teens, who love literature and ideas. In the past eleven years, it has gathered middle and high school students from across the world to read selections from the greatest works of literature, experience heated discussions and enjoy summer camp fun with other literary-minded students. Participants can gain confidence in their ability to read a text closely and express their ideas clearly both verbally and in writing.Zeal TravelWe offer our teens two-week and three-week long trips to Hawaii, Alaska, Australia and Spain. All trips include 15-25 hours of community service activities.Depending on your trip of choice, you’ll be helping Hawaiians protect their forest ecosystem, caring for dogs in Spain, working with Habitat for Humanity, and much more. Every trip also includes exciting outdoor activities like surfing, driving, ice-climbing, hiking and more. The possibilities are endless and there is a zeal trip for every interest.1. Which program offers students the opportunity to develop academic interests?A. Carpt Diem.B. Zeal Travel.C. University of Maryland.D. Great Books Summer Program.2. What can students do in Great Books Summer Program?A. Learn how to write stories.B. Attend a campus cultural event.C. Make friends with famous writers.D. Read and discuss the great works of literature.3. What is special about Zeal Travel?A. It includes a lot of thrilling outdoor activities.B. It provides community service for students.C. It offers students exciting free trips.D. It will last 3 weeks.BFive thousand square meters of old damaged cars, motorcycles and boats fill this junkyard. For a casual onlooker, this might be a very sad sight. But for Andy, it’s a real treasure. “I’ve been a junk hoarder (囤积者) for my whole life and I like fixing up what shouldn’t be thrown away. Around 200 old cars end up in this junkyard every week. Some of them are sold for parts, others get repaired, and still others are beyond repair.”。
2019届河北省大名县一中高三(文科体育班)第三次月考英语试卷无答案
绝密★启用前2019届大名县一中高三(文科体育班)第三次月考英语试卷考试时间:90分钟; 2019.02第一部分阅读理解(共两节,满分分)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和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
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AWantedEnglish TeacherResponsibility:—Conduct English teaching according to British education system.Requirements:—University degree and above in English major or normal English.—Eager to learn and open-minded with creativity.—With deep understanding and respect for different cultures.(Warmly welcome fresh graduates to apply for this position.)Project management AssistantResponsibility:—Provide service for the project in Chongqing.—Provide assistance for the project manager for everyday work.—Responsible for file management, customer service for students and parents.Requirements:—College degree.—Good English and computer skills.—Related working experience in the international organization.1 / 11。
河北省邯郸大名县第一中学2019高三高考模拟英语试卷
C.About 25% of the total bill.20.What can we learn from the speech?A.Americans smoke less than Europeansns smoke less than EuropeansC.The legal smoking age in America is 21.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。
ADry ice is CO2 in solid form, with a temperature of about -78.5℃.Unlike common ice, dry ice doesn't melt into a liquid . When dry ice melts, it turns into a gas. So when you see dry ice "smoking", it's frozen CO2 melting into its gaseous state. Dry ice is a popular matter in scientific experiments. It creates projects that look cool.Experiment: Healthy dry ice popsicles(棒冰)This dry ice experiment will catch people's eye, especially little kids' because the dry ice is going to be used to make what the young love to eat. It should take you about 10 minutes or less to have a frozen treat to enjoy.MaterialsOne large block of dry iceA large spoonPopsicle sticksOne cup of your favorite juiceA tall glass filled with waterDirectionsUse the large spoon to make a popsicle-shaped space in a block of dry ice. You can set the ice on a piece of cloth on your table to do this work. Of course, keep in mind that it's okay if it's not exactly popsicle-shaped.Add a popsicle stick to the middle of the space so that when you pour in the liquid, it will freeze around the popsicle stick.Hold the popsicle stick in place and wait a few minutes for your popsicle to harden. After several minutes, take away the popsicle from the block of dry ice and put it into a tall glass of water for a few seconds. Do this to warm up the popsicle just a bit. Otherwise, it will be too cold.21.According to the text, what's the main difference between dry ice and common ice?A. Their forms.B. Their shapes.C. Their temperatures.D. Their states when they melt.22. What's the first step to do the experiment?A. To fill the tall glass with juice.B. To pour the juice into the space.C. To make space in the dry ice for juice.D. To put a stick to the middle of the dry ice.23. How does the dry ice work in the experiment?A. It gives out "smoke".B. It is mixed in the juice.C. It makes the juice freeze.D. It makes the popsicle look cool.BSome of Australian cyclists have used "GPS art" to turn a 202 km (125- mile) ride into the outline of a goat, which interests many people greatly.The four men marked their route on an app before using it track their journey around Perth. When uploaded to the computer, it was shown as a picture. Cyclist Ben Jones said the group settled on a goat because it was an easy animal to draw. He said the ride lasted more than six hours, with the four men stopping only for food, and flat tyres . "Except for riding 202km, it's relatively simple," Mr. Jones told the BBC. "You mainly mark your route on the app and it plans directions out."GPS art has also been widely used by runners and other cyclists when they travel out. Mr. Jones said his group wanted to shake up their normal weekend ride. "We all ride l0,000km to 15,000km a year," he said. "Mostly we just ride together as mates and have a good time -that's what this was about."The group received much attention after posting their map to social media this week. Others described Mr. Jones as a goat guy in an interview on Australiantelevision. For their next piece of GPS art, the group plans to draw a local animal such as the koala. "Certainly, there'll be something coming, for we are making our decisions to put more and more plans into practice. I'm sure of that," Mr. Jones said.24. What holds many people's attention greatly?A. The cyclists' shaping the route into the outline of a goat.B. The cyclists' having the GPS to travel with.C. The cyclists' having traveled 125 miles.D. The cyclists' riding more than 6 hours.25. What did the four men do during their six-hour ride?A. They had changed their bikes .B. They got something to eat.C. They stopped to have a rest.D. They planned new directions.26. How would Mr. Jones feel about their ride?A. It was tiring.B. It was enjoyable.C. It was moving.D. It was amazing.27. What does the underlined word "that" in the last paragraph refer to?A. Mr. Jones becoming a goat guy.B. People paying attention to the map.C. The group drawing the animal koala.D. The group performing their ride plans.CHave you ever been given something you don’t like or doesn’t fit, but you don’t want to hurt the feelings of the person who thinks about you? You’re not alone. Everyone has received an unwanted gift at least once in his or her life. That doesn’t m ean the item is bad or useless. It simply means that it doesn’t work for you.If you find yourself with something nice but that doesn’t fit into your lifestyle, consider regifting it. Before you do that, make sure you understand the manners of this practice that is more and more common as people find it difficult to make ends meet to a great extent.There are specific things you should do to an item. Failure to do any of them may create an awkward situation. You never have to lie about what you are doing, but youdon’t want to be in the position of having to explain anything. For example, remove the original wrapping paper and rewrap it in your own; make sure the box is in good condition so the item doesn’t appear used; check the item and make sure there are no cards or names on the packaging; inspect the item and make sure it is in excellent condition.When you get ready for regifting, consider having a white elephant gift exchange for your next celebration. This removes all the embarrassment of being caught regifting because that’s the whole purpose of the event. In order to prevent hurting feelings, provide everyone with a guest list and ask them not to bring anything given by the people on that list.28. Why does the author begin the passage with a question?A. To share a hot phenomenon.B. To introduce the following part.C. To ask for readers’ answers.D. To point out a common opinion.29. What most contributes to the growing regifting?A. People’s lack of money.B. People’s dislike of the gifts.C. People’s reduced desire for gifts.D. People’s understanding of its manners.30. What’s mainly talked about in Paragraph 3?A. What to do before regifting.B. How to make use of unwanted gifts.C. What kind of gifts to be regifted.D. Why regifting can cause embarrassment.31. What does the underlined phrase in the last paragraph mean?A. Suitable but valueless.B. Expensive and useful.C. Packaged and invaluable.D. Nice but unsuitable.DThe idea that you can use humor, laughter, and play to make you healthier probably seems too simple to be true. However, it is really true and simple. The sense of humor, laughter and play has an important part in keeping you healthy.Use "the best medicine" to treat the blues with a sense of humor, which is closely tied to laughter. Laughter is infectious. Have you ever heard a big laugh of a young child and been able to keep yourself from smiling? When laughter is shared between people, it makes them closer to each other and increases their happiness. Smiling is the beginning of laughter and a smile is also just as infectious as laughter is. You can experience something by smiling at everyone around you, and you will feel happier just by sharing a smile, even with a stranger.Play is an important part of making sure that we stay healthy. We are often encouraged to make sure our children play, and are told of the benefits of being out playing. However, what we often forget is that it is just as important for old people to make play be p art of their life as it’s for children. Physical play is important for the old and it certainly helps prevent illness. While the studies are still in the early stages, the studies that have been done have shown that physical play certainly plays a part in preventing cognitive(认知的) falling.Anyway, adding humor, laughter, and play to our life will influence us mentally, physically and socially and bring us many advantages. So we should make full use of humor, laughter and play to make our life more active, interesting and happier.32. What does the underlined word "infectious" in Paragraph 2 probably mean?A. Playing an important role.B. Keeping people in high spirits.C. Quickly influencing other people.D. Preventing illness from spreading.33. What can laughter increase according to the author?A. Cognitive ability.B. Good relationships.C. A sense of humor.D. Happiness and trust.34. What does the author think the old should do?A. They should have a good rest.B. They should play like children.C. They should prevent cognitive falling.D. They should take part in physical play.35. Which of the following would be the best title for the text?A. Humor, Laughter and Play for HealthB. Always Keep Our Body HealthyC. Have an Active and Happy LifeD. Let Our Body and Mind Relax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。
2019-2020学年大名县第三中学高三英语三模试题及答案解析
2019-2020学年大名县第三中学高三英语三模试题及答案解析第一部分阅读(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ATheatre reflects the values of the civilization out of which it grows. The following are the types of theatre performances an ancient Roman might have witnessed then.Fescennine VerseFescennine Verse was a pioneer of Roman comedy. Ironic and improvisational(即兴的), it was used mainly at festivals or weddings, and as invective. With early native Italian funny dialogues in Latin verse, it was thought to have combined with a tradition of performances by masked dancers and musicians from Etruria.Fabula AtellanaFabula Atellana relied on common characters, masks, direct humor, and simple plots. They were performed by actors improvising. Fabula Atellana came from the Oscan city of Atella. There were 4 main types of characters: the braggart, the greedy blockhead, the clever hunchback and the stupid old man, like modern Punch and Judy shows.Fabula TogataNamed for the clothing symbolic of the Roman people Fabula Togata had various subtypes. One was the Fabula Tabernaria, named for the tavern(酒馆)where the comedy’s preferred characters, lowlifes, might be found. One describing more middle-class types, and continuing the Roman clothing theme, was the Fabula Trabeata.Fabula PraetextaFabula Praetexta is the name for Roman tragedies on Roman themes, Roman history or current politics. Fabula Praetexta was less popular than tragedies on Greek themes. During the Golden Age of drama in the Middle Republic, there were four great Roman writers of tragedy, Naevius, Ennius, Pacuvius, and Accius. Of their surviving tragedies, 90 titles remain.All the performances above began as a translation of Greek forms, even to the extent of their being performed in Greek costume.1.Where might an ancient Roman witness Fescennine Verse?A.At a party.B.At a funeral.C.At a wedding.D.At a concert.2.Which type of performance describes the middle-class life?A.Fabula Atellana.B.Fabula Tabernaria.C.Fabula Trabeata.D.Fabula Praetexta.3.What do the listed types of performances have in common?A.They copy Latin dramas.B.They take on Greek forms.C.They reflect Roman themes.D.They refer to Italian stories.BA PhD student inMichigandefended her paper while wearing a skirt madeof rejection letters she received while studying. 29-year-old Caitlin Kirby printed out 17 of her rejection letters — from scholarships, academic journals, and conferences — then folded each one into a fan. She connected them in rows, and by the end she designed the item into a skirt and wore it.She said that the idea behind her unique clothing item came out of a desire to normalize rejection and take pride in overcoming it. "The whole process of revisiting those old letters and making that skirt sort of reminded me that you have to apply to a lot of things to succeed," she said. "A natural part of the process is to get rejected along the way."Caitlin's adviser, Julie Libarkin, a professor of earth and environmental science atMichiganStateUniversity, also encourages the acceptance of failure in her students. Libarkin believes it's important for students to get into habit of applying for things, and to get used to the feeling of rejection, so she encourages them to chase after any opportunity that comes their way. If a student doesn't get the grant or the spot in the academic journal, that's okay. They'll still have learned something in the process.As for Caitlin? Her rejections over the years have led to great things: Since her doctorate, she's won a scholarship to do further research on urban agriculture inGermany.Currently, she's a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. As for what the future holds? "I'm prepared to receive a few more rejection letters along the way," she joked heartily, "Maybe I'll make a longer skirt."4. What can we learn about Caitlin Kirby's rejection letters?A. She received 17 rejections in total.B. 29 of her rejections were from journals.C. The rejections were connected into a fan.D. She made some rejection letters into a skirt.5. What is Julie Libarkin's attitude towards Caitlin's action?A. Favorable.B. Ambiguous.C. Skeptical.D. Opposed.6. Which of the following words can best describe Catlin?A. Creative and considerate.B. Caring and determined.C. Optimistic and humorous.D. Generous and intelligent.7. Which of the following may Caitlin agree with?A. Hard work pays off.B. Education is the entrance to success.C. Self-respect earns more respect.D. One needs to normalize failures.CThe prevalence of melanoma (黑素瘤) has been rapidly rising around the world for nearly a century. While some of the increase may be due to better detection, researchers also believe it’s because we’re spending more time outdoors in the sun, vacationing to warmer climates during the winter and using tanning beds. That rise is concerning, since melanoma is the most dangerous kind of skin cancer.Most of us know to cover up and apply sunscreen on hot, sunny days, but when fall arrives, we tend to drop those habits. Experts warn that’s a mistake. Though there’s less need for sun protection after summer ends, exposure to UV rays still adds up.What precautions you should take to defend against melanoma during the cooler months depends on where you are in the world. That’s because the further away you are from the equator, the more UV rays weaken in the winter. “In southern England or Canada, the daily dose of UVA on a clear summer day is 6.5 times higher than on a clear winter day,” says Professor Brian Diffey of the British Association of Dermatologists. “People in those countries typically receive only about 5% of their annual UV exposure in the winter months.”But no matter where you are, even during colder, lower risk months, it’s a mistake to put your sun-protection habits on ice. “It’s important to wear sun-screen when there is a lot of glare from the snow,” says Victoria Mar, director of the Victorian Melanoma Service at Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, Australia.Finally, you should monitor your moles(痣). “Early detection of melanoma is vital for successful treatment,” says Diffey. If it’s caught before it spreads to other parts of the body, the patient will have 99 % of chance to survive for five years. If it’s caught late, that can drop to 25%. Warning signs are a mole that’s changing size, shapeor colour, or one that’s asymmetrical — sometimes referred to as “ugly duckling” moles. If you have concerns, talk to your doctor.8. What’s the main cause of the rise ofmelanoma?A. The climate change.B. Better detection.C. More exposure to the sun.D. The increase ofskin cancer.9.What’s a mistake according to experts?A. Applying sunscreen in summer.B. Wearing sun-screen when there is snow.C. Using sunscreen during lower risk months.D. Dropping sun-protection habits in winter.10. What can we learn from the last paragraph?A. Prevention is better than cure.B. Health is better than wealth.C. A disease known is half cured.D. When the sun comes in, the doctor comes out.11. What is the best title of the text?A. Detect Melanoma.B. Beware Winter Rays.C. Monitor Your Moles.D. Spend Less Time Outdoors.DRemember when your mom told you not to eat too many candy bars or sweets because they can cause tooth decay (蛀牙)? However, it turns out that chocolate can be moresalutaryto your teeth than you might expect. Recent studies show that chocolate can effectively fight against tooth decay, as if we need another excuse to eat chocolate.Chocolate offers protection like fluoride, a main ingredient in most household toothpastes. Not only does chocolate protect our teeth, but it can do so very effectively. Studies show that chocolate has compounds that provide strong protection for teeth. One of the compounds in chocolate, CBH, is shown to protect even more effectively than fluoride.Tooth decay happens when bacteria work to turn sugar into acids in our mouth. This is why eating foods with high sugar content can lead to more tooth decay. The compounds in chocolate, however, are anti-bacteria and can fight against bacteria in your mouth. The CBH compound in particular also works to strengthen tooth enamel (牙釉质), andprotects against tooth decay.Does this mean you can cat as much chocolate as you want without worrying about your teeth? It depends on the types of chocolate that you like. The protective effect of chocolate is most effective when you chew on cocoa beans. Of course, this option is not very appealing to; most people. A more tasty option is to choose dark chocolate with little sugar content, ideally no more than 6 to 8 grams per serving. For other types of chocolate with higher sugar content, the effect will be lessened. However, because of the protective compounds, it is still better for your teeth than other sweets and desserts containing the same amount of sugar.12. The word “salutary” in paragraph 1 means?A. Beneficial.B. Harmful.C. Familiar.D. Useless.13. What can we know about the compound CBH in chocolate?A. It can help chocolate cure tooth decay.B. It can effectively stop teeth from decaying.C. It may protect teeth better than toothpastes do.D. It may soon replace most household toothpastes.14. How does chocolate fight tooth decay?A. By breaking down acids.B. By building up compounds.C. By fixing up tooth enamel.D. By fighting against bacteria.15. What's the main idea of the text?A. Chocolate plays the role of toothpaste.B. Chocolate protects against tooth decay.C. Chocolate is the best choice for teeth protection.D. Chocolate is healthier to teeth than other sweets.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。
2019-2020学年大名县第三中学高三英语第三次联考试卷及答案
2019-2020学年大名县第三中学高三英语第三次联考试卷及答案第一部分阅读(共两节,满分40分)第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项AEver 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 curtainsB. turn off your computer or ride your bike or carpoolC. make a garden or open the curtainsD. use rechargeable batteries or make a garden2. 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 protectionB. some ways about how to prevent pollutionC. some suggestions about how to save energyD. some suggestions about environmental protectionBSophie became friends with the gray squirrels during her first week atPennState, after spotting them running around and wondering what they would look like with tiny hats on their heads. Today, everyone at the university knows her as the “Squirrel Girl”.Sophie tried bringing them food, and gradually they began to trust her. She managed to put a hat on a squirrel and take a picture. Thinking that her colleagues could do with something to lift their spirits, she started posting similar photos on Facebook. The response was greatly positive, and before long Sophie and her squirrels became an Internetsensation.Growing up in a neighborhood outside ofState College, Sophie was always fond of birds and animals around her home, but she didn't interact with people very much. She was later diagnosed (诊断) with Asperger's syndrome, but the squirrels changed that. “The squirrels help me break the ice, because I'll be sitting here patting a squirrel and other people will come over and well just start like feeding the squirrels together and chatting about them,” she said, “I am a lot more outgoing.”And in case you're wondering how Sophie is able to get the squirrels to do what she wants for her photos, it has a lot to do with food. For example, whenever she wants them to hold or play with something, she puts peanut butter on the prop (道具), and they'll grab it. In the beginning, she would throw peanuts up the trees on campus and invite the squirrels to come down and get them, but they hesitated to approach her. She had the patience to earn their trust, though.This year, Sophie is graduating with a degree in English and wildlife sciences. She wants to be a science writer and educate people on how to preserve the environment. As for her furry friends, Sophie plans to stay in the area and visit them as often as she can.4. What does the underlined word “sensation” in paragraph 2 mean?A. Event.B. Hit.C. Service.D. Addiction.5. What can we learn about Sophie according to paragraph 3?A. She got lots of friends due to squirrels.B. She used to be a popular girl in her childhood.C. She lived in the far countryside when young.D. She was more outgoing than before.6. How did Mary manage to take photos of squirrels wearing hats?A. By attracting them with food.B. By putting them in cages.C. By playing music to them.D. By dressing like squirrels.7. What do you think of Sophie?A. Tolerant and capable.B. Sociable and aggressive.C. Patient and caring.D. Indifferent and appreciative.CAlex Wong, a junior atMarkKeppelHigh SchoolinAlhambra,California, is working hard on his application to a top college. His resume shows off his nearly straight A’s in difficult classes, experience at a summer program atStanfordUniversity, Eagle Scout project and time on the soccer team as well as the school choir. But his steady progress stopped unexpectedly this year. Aiming to open access to college-level Advanced Placement (大学预科) courses, his schoolbegan using a computer-based lottery to give out spaces. Alex got shut out of all three of the courses he requested.The new system caused anger among families whose children failed to get into AP courses, which many consider important to develop advanced skills, improve grade-point averages and allow students to earn college credit, saving them and their families tuition dollars. Students and parents wrote to administrators to complain, circulated a petition (请愿) and launched a Facebook group for trading classes. “I’M DESPERATE! I’LL GIVE YOU FREE FOOD,” one student, Kirk Hum, posted on the 210-member AP Flea Market Facebook group.AP classes have long been held dear by the most talented and ambitious students.But now they are seen as positive for all students who are willing to push themselves – and schools are increasingly viewing access to them as a basic educational right. But this change has brought challenges.Miracle Vitangcol, a junior atDowntownMagnetsHigh Schoolwith average grades and test scores, is failing her AP US history class. She said she can’t handle the rapid pace and volume of material she needs to remember. But she said she intends to stick it out because the class is teaching her to manage her time, take good notes and work hard. “I’m struggling to adjust,” she said. “But I keep telling myself: ‘It’s OK. You can do it. Just push yourself’.”Some critics worry that the open-access movement is pushing too many unprepared students into AP classes, as shown by higher exam failure rates over the last decade. They also fear that open enrollment (录取) policies areencouraging teachers to weaken courses and give out high grades to students who don’t deserve them. “While expanding access is generally a good thing, we need to make sure we’re not watering down the experience for the high achievers,” said Michael Petrilli, executive vice president of the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, a Washington-based educational policy organization.8. The purpose of the new AP courses system at Alex Wong’s school is to ______.A. make sure all students get access to the AP courses they desire.B. ensure that students have a fair chance to get access to AP courses.C. improve the academic performance of students in AP courses.D. separate high achievers from average students through the new courses.9. According to the article, the AP Flea Market Facebook group is a place where ______.A. students’ parents send their complaints to school administrators.B. students share tips about saving money for college.C. students offer items to trade for the AP courses they need.D. students can find support and guidance on their AP study.10. Which of the following statements would Michael Petrilli agree with?A. Opening AP courses to all students is a bad idea.B. School administrators should maintain high academic standards for AP courses.C. High schools should stop charging students for taking AP courses.D. Access to AP courses is necessary for students applying for top American colleges.11. The author used Miracle Vitangcol’s example to show that ______.A. students need to remember too much in their AP courses.B.AP courses pose a big challenge to unprepared students.C. the secret to success in AP courses is to keep pushing yourself.D. average students don’t deserve their places in AP courses.DPlanned missions to the moon need to hurry up to avoid hitting one of the busiest periods for extreme space weather, according to scientists conducting the most in-depth ever research on solar storm timing.Scientists at theUniversityofReadingstudied 150 years of space weather data to look into patterns in the timing of the most extreme events,which can be extremely dangerous to astronauts and satellites. This new research on space weather timing allows predictions to be made for extreme space weather. Therefore, it could beused to plan the timing of activities, which could be affected by extreme space weather, for example, major space missions.The researchers found for the first time that extreme space weather events are more likely to occur early in or late solar cycles-such as the one just starting. The findings may have influences on the NASA-led Artemis mission. It plans to make humans return to the moon in 2024, but can be put off to the late 2020s.Professor Mathew Owens, a space physicist at theUniversityofReading, said, “Until now, the most extreme space weather events were thought to berandomin their timing. Though there is no set pattern of the events, this research suggests they are more predictable.”In the new study, the scientists used a new method applying statistical modelling to storm timing for the first time. Previous research generally focused on how big extreme space weather events can be, based on observations of previous events. Predicting their timing is far more difficult because extreme events are rare, so there is ly little historic data to identify patterns. The findings suggest that any major planned space missions , which is beyond the next five years, will have to consider the higher probability of extreme space weather late in the present solar cycle between 2026 and 2030.12. What can we learn about the study from the first two paragraphs?A. It has lasted just 150 years.B. It doesn't refer to space weather data.C. It shows space weather has no effect on astronauts.D. It makes it possible to predict extreme space weather.13. Why might the NASA-led Artemis mission be put off?A. To research solar cycles.B. To avoid effects of space weather.C. To meet the needs of the astronauts.D. To make humans return to Earth in 2024.14. What does the underlined word “random“ in paragraph 4 probably mean?A. Irregular.B. Easy.C. Limited.D. Changeless.15. What can we infer from the last paragraph?A. The study is useful for future space missions.B. The planned space missions should be put off.C. Extreme space weather will happen before 2026.D. Previous observations make no difference to the study.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。
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英语周测试题(2019.9.)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A、B、C和D四个选项中,选出最佳选项。
AThe flowers are blooming and the birds are singing as Melinda sits in the rose garden of the nursing home. She is recalling old times as she waits for her family's arrival. The nursing home has been Melinda's new settlement ever since Thomas passed away a week ago. Thomas had fought a long and hard battle against lung cancer for three years. Unfortunately, he has broken the promise that he and Melinda had made: to be with each other for every birthday. Melinda knew this was unrealistic (不现实的) but agreed to the promise for Thomas's sake."Thomas, you are completely a dreamer" Melinda shouted to Thomas as he dragged on about living on an island with his beautiful wife. That's what she loved about him most-he had a vivid imagination. They got married at age eighteen and began having children right away. Mary came within the year, followed by Thomas Benjamin II, Lilly-Ann, and Joseph "Little Joey" George. The family lived an exultant life filled with laughter and love."Mom!" Lilly shouted, but it really sounded like a howl. Melinda had lost herself in thinking about the life she had shared with her late husband. Lilly pushed her down the long dark halls of the nursing home until they arrived at the recreational room.When the doors opened, Melinda put her hand over her mouth and was completely speechless.The room was crowded with the people nearest and dearest to her and the warmth and love was felt instantly. The night went on; stories and cocktails were shared and everything was perfect.However, when Melinda caught a moment to herself she looked around at her family. With a smile on her face, she raised her Manhattan and called out for a toast. "This one is for you, Thomas,though you are not here."1. Why did Thomas break his promise?A. He was busy with his work.B. He died of lung cancer.C. He had to serve in the army.D. He stopped loving Melinda.2. Which of the following best explains "exultant" underlined in Paragraph 2?A. Peaceful.B. Simple.C. Stressful.D. Happy.3. What can we infer from the last paragraph?A. Melinda' children forgot their father.B. Melinda was tired of noise.C. Melinda missed her husband badly.D. Melinda liked to drink alcohol.4. What can be a suitable title for the text?A. A Particular BirthdayB. A Woman at a Nursing HomeC. Memories of Old DaysD. A Big Surprise for MelindaB.Every time a new year is coming, people set out to better themselves. They promise they will lose weight, find a new job, or maybe even take that vacation they’ve always talked about. But why do we make these promises to ourselves, and where did this tradition come from? Why does this tradition live on when so many people fail to keep the resolutions(决定) they made? Well, we can start by blaming the ancient Babylonians.Around 4,000 years ago in Babylon, the earliest recorded celebration honoring the coming of a new year was held. Calendars weren’t as they are today, so the Babylonians did it in late March during the first new moon after the Spring Equinox(春分). The festivities were meant for the rebirth of the sun god, but the Babylonians made promises in order to please their gods. They felt this would help them start the new year off well.Resolutions continued on with the Romans. When the early Roman calendar no longer synced(同步) up with the sun, Julius Caesar decided to make a change. He consulted with the best astronomers and mathematicians of the time and introduced the Julian calendar, which more closely represents the modern calendar we use today. Caesar declared January 1 the first day of the year to honor the god of new beginnings, Janus. The Romans celebrated the New Year by offering sacrifices to Janus.To this day, the traditions of the ancient Babylonians and Romans continue around the world. So much that Google launched a Resolution Map in 2013 where people could add resolutions and see others adding theirs in real time. However, no matter how many people participated in Google’s project, the numbers are bleak when it comes to the number of people who maintain their resolutions----only eight percent of people are successful in sticking them out.5. Why did the ancient Babylonians make promises to their gods?A. To honor the god of new beginnings.B. To observe the rebirth of the sun god and please him.C. To honor the coming of a new year and satisfy their gods.D. To please their gods and hope for a good start of the year.6. What can we know about the tradition of the New Year’s resolutions?A. The tradition of making New Year’s resolutions will soon die.B. The history of making New Year’s resolutions is not well known.C. Julius Caesar made January 1 the first day of a year on his own.D.A lot of people don’t feel like making New Year’s resolutions.7. What does the underlined word “bleak” in the last paragraph mean?A. Large.B. Unpleasant.C. Encouraging.D. Hopeful.8. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. How Making New Year’s Resolutions Came Into Being?B. The Ancient Babylonians and the RomansC. The Change of Roman CalendarsD. How People Better ThemselvesCThe province of Alberta contains a large part of the Rocky Mountains,making it an attractive province to visit. However,this part of Canada has more than the Rockies. There are cities and towns that draw a high number of tourists each year.CalgaryCalgary is the largest city in Alberta. It’s best known for the Calgary Stampede,a large show that happens in summer every year. The city also has many historic buildings and an amazing zoo. It’s very rich due to the province’s large oil industry.EdmontonEdmonton is the capital of Alberta. It’s the second largest city in t he province. It is home to a lot of history. The West Edmonton Mall is a popular attraction,which is the largest in North America and contains over 800 stores,a water park,and a famous theme park.BanffBanff is located in Banff National Park. It is famous for its wonderful scenery. Activities in the area include hiking,cycling,and skiing. The local hot springs (温泉) are also fun to visit. Though it’s a small town,it is home to a lot of arts and cultures. Banff holds a film festival each year and hosts many dance,theater,and music programs throughout the summer.JasperLocated in Jasper National Park,Jasper attracts lots of visitors to the natural beauty of the park. There are a lot of hiking trails and other nature-related activities. The town offers a number of dining and hotel choices at a variety of price points,making it convenient (便利的) for your visit to the area.9.What do we know about Calgary?A.It is the capital of Alberta.B.It holds the Calgary Stampede every summer.C.It is famous for its historic buildings.D.It is the richest city in Alberta.10.Visitors who like shopping should go to________.A.Edmonton B.Calgary C.Banff D.Jasper11.Visitors to Banff and Jasper can do the following EXCEPT________.A.hosting music programsB.having fun at hot springsC.enjoying the natural beautyD.taking part in nature-related activitiesDFor me, my great moment came when I actually decided to accept an opportunity to teach English in Shanghai. There were times when I almost gave up because of fear. But in the end I came here.Last summer, a Canadian-Chinese woman who teaches in Shanghai just happened to come to the place where I was working in the Seattle area. We talked and I said I had always wanted to teach abroad. She said. "Come to our school." "Okay," I replied, but I wasn’t sure if I meant it.We met later for coffee. She answered all of my questions about the school, and gave me the website address and the email address of the person to contact. It took six months for me to finally decide on the job.First of all, in Shanghai there are many western places to eat western food and lots of interesting things to do. Also, there is a great subway-system with directions and stops posted in English. Finding your way around is a challenge in a new place. But that isn't hard here. Taxis are very cheap, you can always jump in one and get home. There are also a lot of westerners in Shanghai, so it is fairly easy to ask for directions. Young Chinese people are much more likely to speak English and they are wonderfully helpful.I earn almost $ 1,000 per month and live in a nice rent-free apartment. My biggest expense (开销) has been food as I am a vegetarian (素食者) and also on a diet. I still have not got used to the traditional Chinese food, but if you like it, you'll be in heaven.Here I have a good place to live in, new friends, a high salary, and a good job. In the U. S., getting a job at my age has been next to impossible for a woman.12.We can infer that at first the writer .A.wasn't interested in teaching abroad at allB.wasn't sure whether to accept the job to teach in ChinaC.knew she would be popular as a teacher in ChinaD.thought the Canadian-Chinese woman was joking13.What does the underlined word "that" in Paragraph 4 refer to?A.Living in a new place.B.Dealing with a challenge.C.Finding your way around.D.Taking a taxi.14.According to the last but one paragraph, the writer .A.is satisfied with her weightB.doesn't have to pay for rentC.doesn't like eating vegetablesD.is crazy about the traditional Chinese food15.We can infer that the writer most probably .A.spends lots of money each monthB.lived alone when she was in the United StatesC.had a very good job before she left her countryD.feels happy to have made the decision to teach in Shanghai第二节七选五(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)I learned Japanese a few years ago. I can say that learning a language is a huge challenge tome.___16___Here are a few tips from experts which can help you become fluent.Know why you're studying a language.Learning a language is not something you can just pick up and put away as you please. As Language Testing International points out, some languages can take up to 2, 760 hours to learn well. Even easier languages, like French and Spanish, will still take 720 hours. No one can do that much work on their own without serious motivation. __17__ Write it down where you can see it to keep yourself motivated.Practice.You can't just do a lot of practice for one day and then take three-days off.___18____ Set a regular schedule and stick to it. If you can make learning a language a routine,the battle is partly won.Speak with native speakers.Talking with a native speaker is the single best way to improve your language skills. But how can you find one? __19__ Also ask your friends and family to see if they know someone who speaks your target language.___20____A language represents people and their culture. If you don't value the people or the culture, then you don't value the language. So make efforts to learn about the native culture if you want to know the native language. Films and TV shows are a good place to start. Newspapers and news shows can also teach you what the people you are studying are interested in.A. Look into the foreign culture.B. But it is also very rewarding.C. Don't be scared of making mistakes.D. No one can memorize every word in a language.E. So make sure you have a real reason to learn a language.F. What knowledge you learn in one day will be forgotten in those few days.G. Websites like italki and WeSpeke, can help you connect with others across the globe.完形填空(共20小题;每小题2分,满分40分)阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。