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上海市宝山区2020届高三二模英语试卷上海市宝山区2020届高三二模英语试卷一、语法填空Directions：After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.Curiosity is part of human nature. Children are famous for wanting answers 1. tons of questions. People keep reading or watching 2. they want to find out what happens. But curiosity also provides many practical benefits.Learning is easiest if you have a genuine desire for knowledge. Curiosity can create that desire when you have a question.Many of history greatest discoveries 3.（make）by curious people. People wondered 4. processes worked or how certain tasks could be done more effectively. Thanks to their curiosity, people now know far more about the world and have useful technology 5.（help）them.Even if you don’t plan to be an inventor of researcher, curiosity can still help you in the classroom. If you develop the joy of learning, classes will become more fun. And you’ll excel because you will be fully engaged in the process of learning. Even if you’re no longer a student, curiosity will make you better 6.（inform）and thus a more capable worker.What do you do if you’re not already curious? Fortunately, curiosity is a skill that can be improved. If you act like you’re curious, you’ll quickly start to actually feel curious. Often, the more you learn about a topic the 7.（interesting）it becomes.As you learn about a topic, gather information from as many sources as possible. Read a variety of books, watch or listen to lectures and ask questions. Don’t always get your information from the same source. Instead, learn to appreciate facts that different people know and the different opinions 8. they express.Ask a lot of questions, Remember, everyone knows 9. that you don’t. Find out what that is, and ask about it. This lets you learn something and makes the otherperson happy by letting them show off their knowledge.In the classroom or out of it, 10.（develop）curiosity is sure to be worthwhile.二、完形填空Serendipity - an unexpected delight –is the word that comes to mind when describing the seven-day hike my wife and I recently did in the wild and undeveloped northwest coast of Galicia, Spain.Simply ________, anyone who is adventurous, loves traveling to Europe and is fit enough to do 10-mile hikes should seriously consider doing this hike.Before this experience, I had never heard about On Foot Holidays programs that allow hikers to go at their own pace, with maps and detailed hiking ________, but without a guide or other travelers, while still enjoying a high level of local support.What ________ caught my attention was an announcement about On Foot Holidays’newest hike, the Lighthouse Way, which they described as a journey along “the last ________ coast of Europe.”This particular hike sounded both challenging and rewarding enough to ________ a try.On Foot Holidays booked our lodging each night and ________ a taxi to take our baggage to the next destination, so we just had to carry our daypack essentials. Each day we ________ or spoke with the company’s local expert who was available ________ emergency, but whose main function was to keep us informed about the daily weather forecast and to make special taxi arrangements when we decided to ________ a couple of 14-mile hikes to less than 10 miles.The ________ of the trails and scenery made every hike a delight. One of our hikes followed a narrow trail along a steep, rocky cliff ________ the steel-blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean that thrash against jagged rocks hundreds of feet below us. We stopped to picnic and watch the only living things we saw that whole day: a herd of goats above us, and a group of dolphins jumping in the waves below. In the distance, many of mountain peaks ________ sparkling wind turbines（涡轮机）like candles on a cake.Silence and loneliness were the features of each day’s accommodation. The only sounds we heard were birds singing, the wind blowing through trees or the waves breaking against the shoreline. The air was clean and the temperature brisk, with frequent ________ of cloudy, cool, windy and rainy weather interspersed（点缀）with glorious bursts of sunshine.There was remarkably little litter, the exception being spots along the shorewhere ocean currents ________ mostly fishing items.My wife and I realized that we are pilgrims searching for meaning, awareness and joy on our journey through life, and our Galician hiking ________ had moved us further down that path in ways we won’t forget.1.A. lostB. movedC. urgedD. put2.A. stringsB. instructionsC. devicesD. materials3.A. initiallyB. graduallyC. smoothlyD. firmly4.A. recommendedB. developedC. unspoiledD. discovered5.A. warrantB. provideC. imagineD. evaluate6.A. prepared forB. arranged forC. paid forD. turned to7.A. negotiatedB. discussedC. contactedD. texted8.A. in addition toB. in need ofC. in case ofD. in favour of9.A. shortenB. extendC. decreaseD. expand10.A. appearanceB. varietyC. characterD. route11.A. displayingB. reflectingC. followingD. overlooking12.A. establishedB. lightenedC. sportedD. structured13.A. changesB. intervalsC. adaptionsD. interactions14.A. stretchedB. withdrawnC. floatedD. deposited15.A. experienceB. techniqueC. investigationD. experiment三、阅读理解Many people prefer eating out instead of cooking at home. A change appears to be taking place, though, and millennials are leading the way. According to one survey, more young people are starting to cook at home for three basic reasons: They can save money, eat healthy and waste less food.Popular TV chefs are also getting millennials excited about learning some basic cooking skills. Many millennials view cooking as a form of entertainment and self-expression. They proudly post pictures of their cooking creations on Facebook or and invite friends over to share the cooking experience.Many millennials have also found ways to avoid wasting food. After roasting a chicken, they put the leftover bones in their freezer instead of the garbage can. Later, they use the bones to make chicken stock which is an important ingredient in many dishes.They also hate throwing out fruit that’s too old. To avoid that situation, they bake ripe fruit like berries and bananas for 15 minutes at 175 degrees C. Then they freeze it overnight. After that, they place the fruit in plastic bags and store it their freezer for later use.Now any millennials only eat at restaurants that have excellent food-waste policies. These servants use every part of the vegetables they buy, including their stems and roots, in dishes. They also use beef, chicken and pork bones to make their own stock.Millennials also reduce food waste by only buying what they require. Before going to a market, they write down what they need and don’t buy anything else. They way they won’t purchase more food than they can consume.1.What is the main subject of this article?A. A cooking trend that has attracted millennials.B. A plan that millennials have for donating food.C. A novel cooking technique that millennials like.D. A food production system favored by millennials.2.What do millennials with fruit before freezing it?A. Mix it with other ingredients in a bowl.B. Carefully remove the skin and seeds from it.C. Use a sharp knife to chop it up into pieces.D. Put it in an oven at the proper temperature.3.According to this article, when do millennials make careful choices?A. When they dine out togetherB. Whey they vote for candidatesC. When they choose an employerD. When they plant a new garden4.According to this article, how do millennials avoid purchasing too much food?A. They select small cans and packages.B. They prepare a practical shopping list.C. They leave their credit cards at home.D. They weigh produce before buying it.Families should reduce exposure to synthetic chemicals found in food colorings, preservatives and packaging materials as a growing body of research shows they may harm children’s health, according to a policy statement and technical report from the American Academy of Pediastrics released online.The statement also suggests improvements to the food additives regulatory system, including updating the scientific foundation of the U.S. Food and Drug Administrations safety assessment retesting all previously approved chemicals.Leonard Trasande ,the author of the policy statement, to tell us more about these concerns.Q: What are the growing number of studies showing us?A: Over the past two decades, an accumulating body of science suggests some food additives can interfere with a child’s hormones, growth and development.Potentially harmful effects of food additives are of special concern for children because they are more sensitive to chemical exposures because they eat and drink more relative to body weight, than adults do and are still growing and developing. An early injury to their organ systems can have lifelong and permanent consequences.Q: What additives does the statement highlight?A: The additives of most concern, based on rising research evidence cited in the report, include:Bisphenols, such as BPA, used to harden plastic containers and line metal cans, can act like estrogen（雌激素）in the body which may potentially change the timing of puberty, decrease fertility, increase body fat and affect the nervous and immune systems. BPA is now banned in baby bottles.Phthalates, which make plastic and vinyl tubes used in industrial food production flexible, may affect male genital development increase childhood obesity and contribute to cardiovascular disease. In 20xx, the Consumer Product Safety Commission banned the use or some phthalates in child-care products such as teething rings.1.According to the American Academy of Pediatric’s report, people should ___ to cope with the problem of food additives.A. try to avoid food additives in daily life and revise relevant rules on food additivesB. the food safety assessment program and check the approved chemicals againC. improve the food additives regulatory system and retest all approved chemicalsD. reduce the usage of food additives and establish new food protection system2.Leonardo Trasande holds the view that food additives do more harm to children than adults because study shows ___.A. children are more sensitive to what they eat and drink than adultsB. children usually eat and drink more unhealthy food than adultsC. children are just too young and weak to protect themselvesD. children’s organs are easier to be damaged and hard to recover3.How many specific kinds of harmful effect caused by the additives are mentioned in the passage?A. 2B. 7C. 8D. 3The koala is an unusual creature. Native to Australia and a bit bigger than a rabbit, it spends most of its time in eucalyptus trees（桉树），feeding on leaves that are poisonous to nearly every other animal on the planet.The koala sleeps about 22 hours a day and spends the remainder of its time eating and resting. It might spend 10 minutes a day moving, experts say, usually from one tree to another. It has a soft pad at the end of its spine and extra thick fur on its rear end to make the effort, of sitting more comfortable.Threats and protective measuresThe unique lifestyle of the koala has helped it prosper, but today the cute and iconic creature is facing threats from habitat loss, disease and a changing climate. Koala populations are expected to decline by 50 percent in the next 20 years according to the Australian Museum.To help protect these animals, which bring in an estimated $1.1 billion to Australia each year through koala-related tourism, an international team of researchers has published the first complete genome（基因组）of the koala. Their hope is that the keys to the marsupial’s（有袋动物）long-term survival might be planted in its genetic code.“The ultimate goal is that we won’t have to…rescue them from the edge of extinction,”said Rebecca Johnson of the Australian Museum Research Institute in Sydney, who led the work.“Now we have a really good understanding of the koala genome, and we are in a fantastic position to use that knowledge to help us manage them.”Early findingsAn elementary analysis of the koala’s genome, published in Nature Genetics, has already yielded some interesting findings.For example, the authors found that, compared to other mammals, the koala’s DNA includes an expansion in the number of genes that encode for enzymes involved in anti-poison. That allows them to have a diet that depends almost entirely on eucalyplus leaves which are unusually high in poison. However, it also means that koalas metabolize（代谢）medicines like anti-chlamydia antibiotics faster than other animals.The koala genome also revealed why koalas are such famously picky eaters.They are known to consume leaves from just 20 of Australia’s 60 known eucalyplus species. And even when they are in one of their preferred trees, koalas take leaf selection very seriously.Information waiting to be discoveredJohnson said that the information encoded in the koala’s DNA is already being included in management strategies by conservation groups. However, she said the findings described in the new paper represent the early stages of what can be gleamed from the marsupial’s genome.“The data is public, and I would love for anyone to start mining it and see what other amazing things they can find,”she said.“Once you have a genome of this quality, the sky’s the limit with what you can do with it.”1.What can be concluded from the passage?A. The research on the Koala’s DNA has prevented its extinction successfully.B. Scientists are trying to rescue Koalas by providing more eucalyptus leaves.C. Koala’s extinction is being controlled effectively in Australia.D. Scientists are trying to find a way based on Koala’s gene to save them.2.According to the passage, which of the following is TRUE?A. Koalas can digest poisonous leaves thanks to their gene.B. Koalas are particular about leaves because of their taste.C. Koalas are being extinct just due to human’s activities.D. Koalas will move to other continents in order to survive.3.“The sky’s the limit”in the last sentence most probably means ___.A. The sky is the restrictionB. The sky is too high to reachC. There is no limitD. There is no possibility4.The passage is mainly about ___.A. Koala-a Special Creature in AustraliaB. scientific research on KoalasC. scientific efforts to save the KoalasD. Koala’s Characters and Preference四、七选五Directions：Complete the following passage by using the sentences given below. Each sentences can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.Can just one person make a difference? You bet! In a community every person counts, and getting involved is not difficult. Take stock of your own talents and interests. 1. Don’t wait for someone else to act first. Take the initiative! Once you see what you can accomplish, you’ll want to keep going.Here are just a few ways to make a difference in your community. How many more ways can you come up with?Clean up the community. People often throw litter in places where there is already litter. And the problem only becomes worse until someone gets fed up and does something. Could your neighborhood use a cleanup? Neighborhood cleanups are often sponsored by local businesses or schools. But if your community doesn’t have a cleanup program, get together with friends to organize one. You could pick up garbage in a larger area twice a year, or you could clean a smaller area every few months. 2.Include the isolated. Do you know anyone who is housebound? Almost all neighborhoods have a few people who have to stay at their homes. These people are often elderly and unable to leave their homes to perform simple tasks. 3. By letting them“borrow”your legs and eyes, you can make them feel included. You can run errands for them like shopping or paying bills. They might like you to read to them if their eyesight is failing. Governments provide some of the services these people need, but programs cannot give them friendship; that’s what communities are for!4. Reading clubs are popular all over Europe and North America. Members might read at home to prepare for discussion, or they might read aloud to each otherand talk about what they just read. Either way, a book or article can spark lively discussion and this often challenges people to take action.A. Cleaning your community will have a positive effect on others in society.B. They find a need or an issue you really care about.C. But they belong to the community, too.D. Living in a clean neighborhood will be its own reward.E. Don’t hesitate to take part in the community’s activity.F. Round up some readers.五、阅读表达Directions：Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.Small businesses hold the key to employed happiness. As the calendar flips to another year, many employees will consider starting the new year on the hunt for a new job.In today’s changing workforce, it is more important than ever for companies to realize that a salary alone is no longer enough to attract or retain strong employees.According to a survey by Aflac, small business deserve a round of applause for their ability to keep employees happy. The report found that 85 percent of small-business employees are happy in their current job, and more than half（51 percent）agree that most of or all of their happiness in their current job is a result of working for a small business.Nearly a quarter of participants（23 percent）stated that the feeling of importance was the best part of working for a small business. Small businesses have the unique ability to make employees feel appreciated, respected and valued on a personal and professional level.In a small-business environment, there are typically fewer layers between newcomers and leadership. This tight-knit structure can create a family-like atmosphere that allows employees to feel that their opinions matter and that they play a significant role in the business’s mission.。

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2020届上海市宝山区高考二模英语试题II.Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections:After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.As entrepreneurs（创业者）, we had a vision, we realized it, and now we___1___(run) our own companies. But the dream can damage our “work-life balance.”When the succe ss of the company rests on your shoulders, you’ve always got an excuse to put ___2___else on hold.What I’ve learned ___3___ (face) the demands of start-up company and a young family over the past couple of decades is that sometimes the best way to solve the work-life balance problem is to think small. Make a handful of lifestyle corrections ___4___, individually, may not sound all that exciting, but taken together can prevent you from getting too tried.Here’s my list of life hacks that will help preve nt exhaustion:Work from home one day a week.Few thing give you a more grounded, in-control feeling than getting things done in your own space and at your own pace. Instead of leaving the office ___5___ (clear) my head over a Starbucks coffee, I can fold the laundry, and cut back on evening housework.Not to mention, working in pajamas is one of life’s ___6___ (underestimate) pleasures.Pencil in time for exerciseI really bothered me ___7___with the demands of company and family, my tennis game was go ing down the drain. That may sound unimportant, but it wasn’t to me,___8___ it was a meaningful part of my life outside of work. To get some balance back in my life, I rearranged my schedule. Two mornings a week, I woke up an hour____9____(early)to work out with a tennis coach. If sports aren’t your thing, try yoga or that hobbythat you always loved but let go of after starting your business.Learn something new, outside the officeIt can draining to always be the person who’s supposed to have the answer s asa business leader. It’s surprisingly liberating to be on the other side,_____10_____(absorb) knowledge without the pressure to perform or to always be right.【答案】1. are running2. everything3. facing4. that5. to clear6. underestimated7. that 8. because9. earlier 10. absorbing【解析】这是一篇说明文。

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2020年上海宝山区高三英语第二次模拟试卷（本试卷满分140 分，考试时间120 分钟）1.Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and the question about it,read the four possible answers on your paper,and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A.A visa officer. B.An interviewer. C.A student. D.A manager.2. A.In a factory. B.At an airport. C.In a post office. D.In a cafe.3. A.She enjoys traveling this summervacation.B.She had an unpleasant experience in Sydney.C.She is considering whether to travel abroad.D.She speaks highly of her experience last year.4. A.Wait till the end of the year. B.Walk to his workplace.C.Take public transportation.D.Buy the car right now.5. A.A gift. B.A trip. C.A job. D.A visit.6. A.The man is said to be a vegetarian. B.The man dislikes American food.C.The man has got used to American food.D.The man is ill because of American food.7. A.Doubtful. B.Upset. C.Disappointed. D.Annoyed.8. A.Manager and secretary. B.Doctor andpatient.C.Employer and employee.D.Teacher and student.9. A.She will probably go to see a doctor right away.B.She has refused to take medicine for her throat.C.She’d better avoid speaking even in a low voice.D.She can’t make herself understood when whispering.10. A.The woman doesn’t like to drink coffee in any case.B.The woman drinks coffee just to prepare for finals.C.The man doesn’t drink coffee when meeting people.D.The man drinks coffee when making more products.Section BDirections:In Section B,you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation,and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation.The passages and the conversation will be read twice,but the questions will be spoken only once.When you hear aquestion,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Question 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A.Because a monthly fee has to be paid.B.Because it goes wrong on hot,sunny days.C.Because it’s hard and expensive to be installed.D.Because it often makes us confused when used.12.A.It’s a dream that will come true sooner or later.B.It’s a new and good way to track your vehicle.C.It’s a regular device that works with a smartphone.D.It’s a tracking device that is changing our life greatly.13.A.Efficient but expensive.B.Innovative but time-consuming.C.Free but hard to install.D.Small but user-friendly.Question 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14.A.3%.B.15%.C.About 18%.D.Over 30%.15.A.British senior managers.B.Patients in mental hospital.C.Prime ministers.D.American presidents.16 . A.Factors of affecting people’ssuccess.B.Importance of keeping emotional health.C.Encouraging children to have ambitions.D.Relationships between hardship and success.Question 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17.A.Because he thought smoking would do good to his heart.B.Because he didn’t believe smoking would be that harmful.C.Because he thought smoking could help him feel relaxed.D.Because he believed smoking could make him feel excited.18.A.Air pollution.B.Smoke.C.Secondhand smoke.D.Thirdhand smoke.19 . A.Because the government hasn’t taken any effective measures to stop smoking.B.Because each year many children’s death is connected with secondhand smoke.C.Because smoking and secondhand smoke do more harm to children than adults.D.Because the government has passed the relevant law to prevent from smoking.20 . A.The smell of tobacco smoke left on things such as clothes,furniture and so on.B.The tobacco smoke accidentally caused by the third person who smokes nearby.C.The poisonous chemicals released from things like clothes,furniture and so on.D.The poisonous chemicals from tobacco smoke left on things like clothes etc.2.Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.As entrepreneurs(创业者),we had a vision,we realized it,and now we (21) (run) our own companies.But the dream can damage our “work-life balance.”When the success of the company rests on your shoulders,you’ve always got an excuse to put (22) else on hold.What I’ve learned (23) (face) the demands of a start-up company and a young family over the past couple of decades is that sometimes the best way to solve the work-life balance problem is to think small.Make a handful of lifestyle corrections (24) ,individually,may notsound all that exciting,but taken together,can prevent you from getting too tired.Here’s my list of life hacks that will help prevent exhaustion:•Work from home one day a weekFew things give you a more grounded,in-control feeling than getting things done in your own space and at your own pace.Instead of leaving the office (25) (clear) my head over a Starbucks coffee,I can fold the laundry,and cut back on evening housework.Not to mention,working in pajamas is one of life’s (26) (underestimate) pleasures.•Pencil in time for exerciseIt really bothered me (27) with the demands of company and family,my tennis game was going down the drain.That may sound unimportant,but it wasn’t to me,(28) it was a meaningful part of my life outside of work.To get some balance back in my life.I rearranged my schedule.Two mornings a week,I woke up an hour (29) (early) to work out with a tennis coach.If sports aren’t your thing,try yoga or that hobby that you always loved but let go of after starting your business.•Learn something new,outside the officeIt can be draining to always be the person who’s supposed to have the answers as a businessleader.It’s surprisingly liberating to be on the other side,(30) (absorb) knowledge without the pressure to perform or to always be right.Section BDirections:After reading the passage blow,fill in each blank with a proper word given in the box.Each word can b e used only once.Note that there is one ore word than you need.on my screen.However,the music kept 31 ,so all as well - or so I thought.Thirty minutes later,I could see only one-tenth of my screen while the rest was pitch-black.The next morning,I decided not to go to the phone store for 24 hours,I felt a(n) 32 sense of calm that day,which led to my not going for one week.One week ended up becoming 60 days without my smartphone.Here are three 33 I noticed and why you may want to consider a smartphone detox(戒除期)yourself.12.You’ll become boredWhile in line at a Starbucks,I noticed how every individual had their head down,eyes fixed on their smartphone.With nothing to distract myself with during the waiting period,I became bored,and my mind 34 through all sorts of topics.Boredom is 35 something we avoid at all costs.However,boredom is the perfect way to make a(n) 36 on a business idea or project.When you enter a state of boredom,you allow your mind to relax and escape from the realities of today to the infinite 37 of tomorrow.13.You’ll be able to dramatically reduce your “work” hoursA study found that adults ages 18 to 33 38 their smartphones 85 times a day,or once every 10 minutes.As I learned during my experiment,placing some distance between myself and my device helped me fall into deep work more easily.By not having my smartphone,my distraction time went down and thus my hours of work were spent more efficiently and effectively.On numerous occasions,I found myself 39 what to do with the afternoon since I had already completed my high-impact tasks for the day.14.Your mental well-being will receive a boost(提高)Obviously,without a cellphone,I experienced a lack of 40 news and comments.While that helped cause a dramatic boost in my mental well-being,the biggest reason for it was truly connecting to people.3.Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A,B,C and D.Fill inn each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.As a child,what did you want to be when you grew up?If you were like most children,you probably let your imagination run 41 .Maybe you dreamed of flying into space or being a famous chef.Then perhaps over the years,your dreams became more 42 .Or you might have given up on somealtogether.If that’s the case,then today’s the day for you.January 13th is Make Your Dreams Come True Day.If you’ve been 43 fulfilling your dreams,this is the day to make a fresh start.It’s important to dream because dreams can give us the 44 to succeed in life.Dreams inspire and motivate us.The great thing about dreams is that there’s no 45 to accomplish them right away.They might take a few years or they might take a lifetime to 46 .The important thing is that you’re 47 working toward your dream.And the best way to do that is by setting goals.What is the 48 between a dream and a goal?It’s been said that dreams are the fimal destination;goals are the stops along the way.Dreams can be very 49 .But the steps you take to reach them should be very 50 .Your dreams state what you want,but goals explain how you’l l get there.That makes goal setting a necessary step in 51 your dreams.Many successful people have spoken about dreams.Former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell stressed the 52 of working for your dreams. “A dream doesn’t become reality through magic:it takes sweat, 53 and hared work.”Author Les Brown reminded us that dreams have no 54 limit.You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.If you’ve been dreaming about doing something for years,start today.Write down your dream,and 55 your goals.Then you’ll be on your way to making your dreams come true.41A.fastB.highC.wellD.wild.A.colorfulB.amazingC.realisticD.attractive42.A.putting offB.taking offC.getting offD.paying off43.44A.opportunityB.directionC.energyD.access.A.pressureB.doubtC.senseD.need45.46A.seekB.achieveC.explainD.design.A.reallyB.almostC.alwaysD.hardly47.48A.conceptB.similarityparisonD.difference.49A.unrealB.generalC.changeableD.flexible.A.specificB.abstractmonplicated50.51A.imagingB.avoidingC.reachingD.believing.A.processB.benefitC.consequenceD.importance52.53A.bloodB.determinationC.intelligenceD.loyalty.54A.ageB.extraC.spaceD.normal.55A.transferB.covertC.establishD.devote.Section BDirections:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)In 2008,someone,or perhaps a group of people,using the name Satoshi Nakamoto published a paper to an online group that discussed cryptography(密码使用法),That paper described a process that would use cryptography to create a secure electronic cash system,now known as a cryptocurrency(加密货币).Person to person payments could be made online using a shared network of computers instead of a bank or other financial institution.Each deal could happen very quickly.The shared network of computers would also serve as the means to prove those deals safely.Getting rid of the need for a centralized banking system would open up the possibility for anyone to become part of the digital economy.Today,there are well over a thousand different cryptocurrencies.Most are still trying to be feasible global payment systems like Bitcoin.They are held back by problems affecting the entire cryptocurrency industry.One issue is weak security on cryptocurrency websites where users either store their electronic cash in virtual “wallets” or exchange one kind of electronic cash for another.In recent years,clever thieves have broken into many of these websites and stolen electronic cash.The websites are struggling to protect their users from such thefts.Another problem is the large number of fake crytocurrencies that are advertised on the internet.The advertisements invite internet users to visit websites offering new cryptocurrencies.Many visitors are persuaded by the websites to buy their cryptocurrencies using actual ter,the websites disappear along with the victims’ ter,the websites disappear along with the victims’ money.In response to this problem,companies like Facebook and Google are limiting cryptocurrency advertising on their websites.56.What does the article explain about Satoshi Nakamoto?A.Satoshi’s background in international banking and investmentB.Satoshi’s grave doubts about the true value of cryptocurrenciesC.Satoshi’s close partnership with suspicious financial institutionsD.Satoshi’s contribution to the development of the digital economy57.According to this article,what is true about numerous cryptocurrencywebsites?A.They and their users have been robbed.B.They’ve revealed the identities of their users.C.They reward their users with cool prizes.D.They arrange recreational events for users.58.What does the article indicate about the cryptocurrency industry?A.It’s had to lay off lots of workers.B.It’s celebrating a profitable year.C.It’s facing some serious challenges.D.It’s set a very high moral standard.59.According to this article,why are Facebook and Google limiting cryptocurrencyadvertising?A.Few cryptocurrencies need to be marketed.B.They’ve created their own cryptocurrency.C.They don’t listen to cryptocurrency fans.D.Too many cryptocurrencies aren’t real.(B)“Changing the world” might seem like an unrealistic goal.When faced with huge problems such as air pollution or energy shortages,where do youstart?Taoyuan-based Gogoro believes you start with a scooter.C.People need not go to GoStations especially during peakhours.D.More megacities will appear throughout the world in thefuture.(C)With so many investments required of us to succeed - time,resources,talents,responsibilities,even finances for our retirement - it’s easy to lose sight of the most difficult investment of all to commit to ourselves.Getting to the point where you’re ready to start upgrading to you 2.0 isn’t easy.But it doesn’t mean dropping the ball everywhere else.It’s not about omissions,but e clean with yourself to kick - start your personal growth.Unstuck starts with “u”No one purposely chooses to stop learning and growing again,it just kind of happens in a lot of daily responsibilities and life.And if it were easy to just kick it into gear(挡位)again,you would have already done it.But the truth is inescapable.If you want to get off that place to higher ground,it’s up to you and only you.No one will just hand you a steady stream of opportunities for growth.You’ve been working in your life,not on itActivity is often confused with acceleration(忙碌).I was guilty of this for years in working place - staying always busy but not admitting I was bored.I was lost in activity and not stepping back to take time to question what I wanted my life to be.Once I began working on my life - quittingcorporate,becoming an entrepreneur,restructuring to my life - I started growing once again.And I’ve never been happier.Things aren’t happening to you,they’re happening for youA victim mentality(心态)is the enemy of personal menting over everything that has gone wrong in your life only wastes energy from working to make more things go right.If you want to kick-start growth,you must view setbacks as having a purpose,and then put them in their place.The past shouldn’t run or define you - only fuel you.The perfect time to start doesn’t existI had so many things that had to be just right before I could make my long-planned leap from corporate.I’d tell myself, “I’d love to go for it right now,but practically speaking.”Well,guesswhat?Practically is poison.It’s the convenient excuse stopping you from what you’re meant to become.It’s time to unplug others’ opinionsGrow where you want to grow.Learn what you want to learn.Wherever you are on the scale of what you want to learn next - be it beginner or near-expert own it,be proud of it.Pretenses are for pretenders.You’re just trying to become a better version of your genuine self.63.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A.If you want to succeed,you have to invest yourself first.B.Upgrading yourself is hard,but you still need to continue.C.Giving up upgrading yourself is just like dropping the ball.D.It’s a kind of responsibility to go on learning though it’s hard.64.The word lament in the last but 4 paragraphs most probably means .A.to express sadness and feeling sorry about somethingB.to repeat what happens to you in the past of your lifeC.to show some regretful feeling or thought for your pastD.to recognize something that has gone wrong in the past65.According to the passage,we can infer that .A.the busier you are,the happier and better you will beB.what happened shouldn’t prevent you,but protect youC.whoever you are ,just grow where you want to growD.how well you grow is actually decided by yourself66.How many aspects does the writer illustrate his idea on personal growth?A.3.B.7.C.5.D.6.Section CDirections:Complete the following passage by using the sentences in the box.Each sentence can only be used once.Note that there are w=two sentences more than you need.As 2019 draws to a close,it can be helpful to think about finishing what you have s tarted.With that in mind,here are some thoughts on finishing projects and seasons well.Finishing projectsOne step to finishing a project comes near the beginning:define what it means for the project to be finished.This could mean getting an article published,submitting a report to your boss or teacher,or creating designs for a product. 67 .In order to finish projects,you must also plan out the steps you will take.Break your big task into smaller ones,and give yourself a short-term deadline for each of them. 68 .Then when you do finish - celebrate!Take some time to enjoy your accomplishment and reward yourself for all your hard work.Also take some time to consider how the project when what you did well,and what needs improvement. 69 .Finishing the yearAs we come to the end of 2019,it’s good to take some time to pause and reflect on the past year.What goals did you reach or what have you learned?What would you like to do differently next year?While you’re thinking,consider things you’re thankful for them the year.You could make a list of 12,one for each month,or 52,one for each week.Or just write down as many things as you can think of.This will help you end the year with a positive attitude.70 .If you made mistakes,recognize them and then move on.No one can change the past,but you can learn from it and create a new future.By finishing projects and years well,you can move toward your long-term goals and set yourself up for future triumphs.4.Summary Writing71.Directions:Read the following passage.Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 e your own words as far as possible.Every culture has set rules about how people should act.Patterns of good behavior,or manners,show respect and care for others.Yet the details of how to express respect vary.Greeting people cheerfully is almost always considered polite.But it’s more important in some cultures than others.For example,when you enter a store in France,you should always greet the person working there.Other cultures also value greeting people.But of course the greetings vary as people speak different languages.When I was growing up in the United States,I once participated in a performance at mychurch.Afterward,someone gave me a compliment,but I felt like I had done a bad job.So I tried to refuse the compliment,saying, “No,I didn’t do that well.” My mother got my attention and told me that was very ter I learned that refusing a compliment is accepted and even approved of in China.Some of the biggest cultural differences have to do with table manners.In North America,it’s polite to eat as quietly as possible.That means chewing with your mouth closed and not slurping(吃东西时发出的声音)your soup.The same goes for burping(打嗝).But in parts of Asia slurping shows that you are enjoying your meal.And burping is a sign of being full and content.There are also differences in how people eat across cultures.For example,in North America and Europe people use forks to bring food to their mouths.But in Thailand,a fork is only used to push food onto a spoon.In India and the Middle East,people eat with their hands.But eating with the left hand is forbidden.This is because the left hand is considered unclean.Yet there are also similar points across cultures.Saying “please” and “thank you,” for example,is almost always polite.If you show appreciation and try to follow local customs,people will generally respond well.Showing kindness can bring people together,no matter what culture they come from.5.TranslationDirections:Translate the following sentences into English,using the words given in the brackets. 72.我们不惧风雨，也不畏任何险阻。

上海市宝山区2020届高考英语质量抽查试卷(二模)英语试题

上海市宝山区2020届高考英语质量抽查试卷（二模）英语试题一、句子翻译1．我们不惧风雨，也不畏任何险阻。

(or)____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ 二、完形填空As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? If you were like most children, you probably let your imagination run 5．_____. Maybe you dreamed of flying into space or being a famous chef. Then perhaps over the years, your dreams became more 6．_____ Or you might have given up on some altogether.If that’s the case, then today’s the day for you. January 13th is Make Your Dreams Come True Day. If you’ve been 7．_____ fulfilling your dreams, this is the day to make a fresh start.It’s important to dream because dreams can give us the 8．_____to succeed in life. Dreams inspire and motivate us. The great thing about dreams is that there’s no 9．_____to accomplish them right away. They might take a few years or they might take a lifetime to 10．_____. The im portant thing is that you’re 11．_____ working toward your dream. And the best way to do that is by setting goals.What is the 12．_____between a dream and a goal? It’s been said that dreams are the final destination; goals are the stops along the way.Dreams can be very 13．_____. But the steps you take to reach them should be very 14．_____. Your dreams state what you want, but goals explain how you’ll get there. That makes goal seting a necessary step in15．_____your dreams.Many successful people have spoken about dreams. Former U. S. Secretary of State Colin Powell stressedthe16．_____of working for our dreams. “A dream doesn’t become reality through magic: it takes sweat, 17．_____ and hard work. “Author Les Brown reminded us that dreams have no18．_____limit. You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.If you’ve been dreaming about doing something for years, start today. Write down yo dream, and 19．_____ your goals. Then you’ll be on your way to making your dreams come true.5．A．fast B．high C．well D．wild.6．A．colorful B．amazing C．realistic D．attractive7．A．putting off B．taking off C．getting off D．paying off8．A．opportunity B．direction C．energy D．access9．A．pressure B．doubt C．sense D．need10．A．seek B．achieve C．explain D．design11．A．really B．almost C．always D．hardly12．A．concept B．similarity C．comparison D．difference13．A．unreal B．general C．changeable D．flexible14．A．specific B．abstract C．common D．complicated15．A．imaging B．avoiding C．reaching D．believing16．A．process B．benefit C．consequence D．importance17．A．blood B．determination C．intelligence D．loyalty18．A．age B．extra C．space D．normal19．A．transfer B．convert C．establish D．devote三、阅读理解In 2008, someone, or perhaps a group of people, using the name Satoshi Nakamoto published a paper to an online group that discussed cryptography（密码使用法）. That paper described a process that would use cryptography to create a secure electronic cash system, now known as a cryptocurrency（加密货币）. Person to person payment could be made online using a shared network of computers instead of a bank or other financial institution. Each deal could happen very quickly. The shared network of computers would also serve as the means to prove those deals safely. Getting rid of the need for a centralized banking system would open up the possibility for anyone to become part of the digital economy.Today, there are well over a thousand different cryptocurrencies. Most are still trying to be feasible global payment system like Bitcoin. They are held back by problems affecting the entire cryptocurrency industry.One issue is weak security on cryptocurrency websites where users either store their electronic cash in virtual “wallets” or exchange one kind of electronic cash for another. In recent years, clever thieves have broken into many of these websites and stolen electronic cash. The websites are struggling to protect their users from such thefts.Another problem is the large number of fake cryptocurrencies that are advertised on the internet. Theadvertisements invite internet users to visit websites offering new cryptocurrencies. Many visitors are persuaded by the websites to buy their cryptocurrencies using actual money. Later, the webistes disappear along with the victims’ money. In response to this problem, companies like Facebook and Google are limiting cryptocurrency advertising on their websites.20．What does the article explain about Satoshi Nakamoto?A．Satoshi’s background in international baking and investment.B．Satoshi’s grave doubts about the true value of cryptoc urrencies.C．Satoshi’s close partnership with suspicious financial institutions.D．Satoshi’s contribution to the development of the digital economy.21．According to this article, what is true about numerous cryptocurrency webistes?A．They and their users have been robbed.B．They’ve revealed the identities of their users.C．They reward their users with coll prizes.D．They arrange recreational events for users.22．What does the article indicate about the cryptocurrency industry?A．It’s had to lay off lots of workers.B．It’s celebrating a profitable year.C．It’s facing some serious challenges.D．It’s set a very high moral standard.23．According to this article, why are Facebook and Google limiting cryptocurrency advertising?A．Few cryptocurrencies need to be marketed.B．They’ve created their own cryptocurrency.C．They didn’t listen to cryptocurrency fans.D．Too many cryptocurrecies aren’t real."Changing the world" might seem like an unrealistic goal. When faced with huge problems such as air pollution or energy shortages, where do you start? Taoyuan-based Gogoro believes you start with a scooter.Proof of conceptIn 2015, Gogoro broke onto the scene by releasing an electric scooter called the Smartscooter. Unlike most electric scooters, this one wouldn't need to be plugged in to recharge. Instead, users would stop by GoStations to exchange drained batteries for fully charged ones.Gogoro was taking a risk. If people were not happy with the system of changing batteries the whole project could fail. They didn't need to worry, though. Only one year later Gogoro sold their 10,000th Smartscooter!Setting the barFast forward to 2019 and the release of the Series 3 Smartscooter. Gogoro scooters are as popular and revolutionary as ever. Their bright colors are chosen by Beatrice Santiccioli, a famous color designer who helped shape major brands like Apple, Nike and Swatch. In addition to the scooters' bright colors, plenty of cool accessories (配件) are available so you can make your scooter your own. But most important of all, Gogoro continues to pave the way toward a future of responsible energy consumption.Looking forwardMultiple cities and countries have committed to making their transportation all-electric in the coming years, and Gogoro is helping make that possible. Ordered a package? Companies like DHL and Taiwan Post now have fleets of Smartscooters to make deliveries. Need a ride? Unlock a Gogoro in Berlin, Paris or Madrid, thanks to scooter sharing services.The Smartscooter is definitely ingenious, but there's more "At Gogoro, I think the essential thing is that we want to change how people use energy. And the Smartscooter is only the beginning," says Horace Luke, Gogoro co-founder and CEO. This is where the GoStation comes in.Tomorrow's energy24．Compared with other electric scooters, the Smartscooter ______.A．can recharge itself in Gostations in megacitiesB．only needs to change batteries in GostationsC．wouldn't need to be recharged at all in lifeD．can be recharged by its users in Gostations25．Gogoro scooters are popular and revolutionary mainly because ______.A．their colors are chosen by a famous color designerB．their colors are different from those of othersC．it is a good way for people to consume energyD．it can help us solve the problem of energy shortage26．What can we conclude from the passage?A．The more megacities there are, the more GoStations may appear.B．GoStations will soon entirely take the place of traditional stations.C．People need not go to GoStations especially during peak hours.D．More megacities will appear throughout the world in the future.With so many investments required of us to succeed - time, resources, talents, responsibilities, even finances for our retirement - it’s easy to lose sight of the most difficult investment of all to commit to : ourselves.Getting to the point where you’re ready to start upgrading to you 2.0 isn’t easy. But it doesn’t mean dropping the ball eve rywhere else. It’s not about omissions, but admissions. Come clean with yourself to kick-start your personal growth.Unstuck starts with “u”No one purposely chooses to stop learning and growing again, it just kind of happens in a lot of daily responsibilities and life. And if it were easy to just kick it into gear（档位）again, you would have already done it. But the truth is inescapable. If you want to get off that place to higher ground, it’s up to you and only you. No one will just hand you a steady stream of opportunities for growth.You’ve been working in your life, not on itActivity is often confused with acceleration（忙碌）. I was guilty of this for years in working place - staying always busy but not admitting I was bored. I was lost in activity and not steeping back to take time to question what I wanted my life to be. Once I began working on my life - quitting corporate, becoming an entrepreneur, restructuring to my life - I started growing once again. And I’ve never been happier.Things aren’t happening to you, they’re happening for youA victim mentality（心态）is the enemy of personal growth. Lamenting over everything that has gone wrong in your life only wastes energy from working to make more things go right. If you want to kick-start growth, you must vi ew setbacks as having a purpose, and then put them in their place. The past shouldn’t run or define you - only fuel you.The perfect time to start doesn’t existI had so many things that had to be just right before I could make my long-planned leap from co rporate. I’d tell myself, “I’d love to go for it right now, but practically speaking.” Well, guess what? Practicality is poison. It’s the convenient excuse stopping you from what you’re meant to become.It’s time to unplug others’ opinionsGrow where you want to grow. Learn what you want to learn. Wherever you are on the scale of hat you want to learn next - be it beginner or near - expert own it, be proud of it. Pretenses are for pretenders. You’re just trying to become a better version of your genuine self.27．Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A．If you want to succeed, you have to invest yourself first.B．Upgrading yourself is hard, but you still need to continue.C．Giving up upgrading yourself is just like dropping the ball.D．It’s a kind of responsibility to go on learning though it’s hard.28．The word lament in the last but 4 paragraphs most probably means ______.A．to express sadness and feeling sorry about somethingB．to repeat what happens to you in the past of your lifeC．to show some regretful feeling or thought for our pastD．to recognize something that has gone wrong in the past29．According to the passage, we can infer that _____.A．the busier you are, the happier and better you will beB．what happened shouldn’t prevent you, but protect youC．whoever you are, just grow where you want to growD．how well you grow is actually decided by yourself30．How many aspects does the writer illustrate his idea on personal growth?A．3 B．7 C．5 D．6四、书面表达31.近年人们欢度新春佳节的方式不尽相同。

2020年上海市宝山区高三第二次模拟考试英语试卷-含答案

2020年上海市宝山区高三第二次模拟考试英语试卷（本试卷满分140 分，考试时间120 分钟）I.Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation,a question will be asked about what was said.The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once.After you hear a conversation and the question about it,read the four possible answers on your paper,and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A.A visa officer. B.An interviewer. C.A student. D.A manager.2. A.In a factory. B.At an airport. C.In a post office. D.In a cafe.3. A.She enjoys traveling this summervacation.B.She had an unpleasant experience in Sydney.C.She is considering whether to travel abroad.D.She speaks highly of her experience last year.4. A.Wait till the end of the year. B.Walk to his workplace.C.Take public transportation.D.Buy the car right now.5. A.A gift. B.A trip. C.A job. D.A visit.6. A.The man is said to be a vegetarian. B.The man dislikes American food.C.The man has got used to American food.D.The man is ill because of American food.7. A.Doubtful. B.Upset. C.Disappointed. D.Annoyed.8. A.Manager and secretary. B.Doctor andpatient.C.Employer and employee.D.Teacher and student.9. A.She will probably go to see a doctor right away.B.She has refused to take medicine for her throat.C.She’d better avoid speaking even in a low voice.D.She can’t make herself understood when whispering.10. A.The woman doesn’t like to drink coffee in any case.B.The woman drinks coffee just to prepare for finals.C.The man doesn’t drink coffee when meeting people.D.The man drinks coffee when making more products.Section BDirections:In Section B,you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation,and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation.The passages and the conversation will be read twice,but the questions will be spoken only once.When you hear a question,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Question 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A.Because a monthly fee has to be paid.B.Because it goes wrong on hot,sunny days.C.Because it’s hard and expensive to be installed.D.Because it often makes us confused when used.12. A.It’s a dream that will come true sooner or later.B.It’s a new and good way to track your vehicle.C.It’s a regular device that works with a sma rtphone.D.It’s a tracking device that is changing our life greatly.13. A.Efficient but expensive. B.Innovative but time-consuming.C.Free but hard to install.D.Small but user-friendly.Question 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A.3%. B.15%. C.About 18%. D.Over 30%.15. A.British senior managers. B.Patients in mental hospital.C.Prime ministers.D.American presidents.16. A.Factors of affecting people’ssuccess.B.Importance of keeping emotional health.C.Encouraging children to have ambitions.D.Relationships between hardship and success.Question 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17. A.Because he thought smoking would do good to his heart.B.Because he didn’t believe smoking would be that ha rmful.C.Because he thought smoking could help him feel relaxed.D.Because he believed smoking could make him feel excited.18. A.Air pollution. B.Smoke.C.Secondhand smoke.D.Thirdhand smoke.19. A.Because the government hasn’t taken any effective m easures to stop smoking.B.Because each year many children’s death is connected with secondhandsmoke.C.Because smoking and secondhand smoke do more harm to children thanadults.D.Because the government has passed the relevant law to prevent from smoking.20. A.The smell of tobacco smoke left on things such as clothes,furniture and so on.B.The tobacco smoke accidentally caused by the third person who smokesnearby.C.The poisonous chemicals released from things like clothes,furniture and so on.D.The poisonous chemicals from tobacco smoke left on things like clothes etc.II.Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word,fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word;for the other blanks,use one word that best fits each blank.As entrepreneurs(创业者),we had a vision,we realized it,and now we (21) (run) our own companies.But the dream can damage our “wo rk-life balance.”When the success of the company rests on your shoulders,you’ve always got an excuse to put (22) else on hold.What I’ve learned (23) (face) the demands of a start-up company and a young family over the past couple of decades is that sometimes the best way to solve the work-life balance problem is to think small.Make a handful of lifestyle corrections (24) ,individually,may not sound all that exciting,but taken together,can prevent you from getting too tired.Here’s my list of life hacks that will help prevent exhaustion:•Work from home one day a weekFew things give you a more grounded,in-control feeling than getting things done in your own space and at your own pace.Instead of leaving the office (25) (clear) my head over a Starbucks coffee,I can fold the laundry,and cut back on evening housework.Not to mention,working in pajamas is one of life’s (26) (underestimate) pleasures. •Pencil in time for exerciseIt really bothered me (27) with the demands of company and family,my tennis game was going down the drain.That may sound unimportant,but it wasn’t to me,(28) it was a meaningful part of my life outside of work.To get some balance back in my life.I rearranged my schedule.Two mornings a week,I woke up an hour (29) (early) to work out with a tennis coach.If sports aren’t your thing,try yoga or that hobby that you always loved but let go of after starting your business.•Learn something new,outside the officeIt can be draining to always be the person who’s supposed to have the answers as a business leader.It’s surprisingly liberating to be on the other side,(30) (absorb) knowledge without the pressure to perform or to always be right.Section BDirections:After reading the passage blow,fill in each blank with a proper word given in the box.Each word can b e used only once.Note that there is one ore word than you need.While I was jumping rope,my phone took a fall to the hardwood floor which created multiple cracks on my screen.However,the music kept 31 ,so all as well - or so I thought.Thirty minutes later,I could see only one-tenth of my screen while the rest was pitch-black.The next morning,I decided not to go to the phone store for 24 hours,I felt a(n) 32 sense of calm that day,which led to my not going for one week.One week ended up becoming 60 days without my smartphone.Here are three 33 I noticed and why you may want to consider a smartphone detox(戒除期)yourself.·You’ll become boredWhile in line at a Starbucks,I noticed how every individual had their head down,eyes fixed on their smartphone.With nothing to distract myself with during the waiting period,I became bored,and my mind 34 through all sorts of topics.Boredom is 35 something we avoid at all costs.However,boredom is the perfect way to make a(n) 36 on a business idea or project.When you enter a state of boredom,you allow your mind to relax and escape from the realities of today to the infinite 37 of tomorrow.·You’ll be able to dramatically reduce your “work” hoursA study found that adults ages 18 to 33 38 their smartphones 85 times a day,or once every 10 minutes.As I learned during my experiment,placing some distance between myself and my device helped me fall into deep work more easily.By not having my smartphone,my distraction time went down and thus my hours of workwere spent more efficiently and effectively.On numerous occasions,I found myself 39 what to do with the afternoon since I had already completed my high-impact tasks for the day. ·Your mental well-being will receive a boost(提高)Obviously,without a cellphone,I experienced a lack of 40 news and comments.While that helped cause a dramatic boost in my mental well-being,the biggest reason for it was truly connecting to people.III.R eading ComprehensionSection ADirections:For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases markedA,B,C and D.Fill inn each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.As a child,what did you want to be when you grew up?If you were like most children,you probably let your imagination run 41 .Maybe you dreamed of flying into space or being a famous chef.Then perhaps over the years,your dreams became more 42 .Or you might have given up on some altogether.If that’s the case,then today’s the day for you.January 13th is Make Your Dreams Come True Day.If you’ve been 43 fulfilling your dreams,this is the day to make a fresh start.It’s important to dream because dreams can give us the 44 to succeed in life.Dreams inspire and motivate us.The great thing about dreams is that there’s no 45 to accomplish them right away.They might take a few years or they might take a lifetime to 46.The important thing is that you’re 47 working toward yourdream.And the best way to do that is by setting goals.What is the 48 between a dream and a goal?It’s been said that dreams are the fimal destination;goals are the stops along the way.Dreams can be very 49 .But the steps you take to reach them should be very 50 .Your dreams state what you want,but goals explain how you’ll get there.That makes goal setting a necessary step in 51 your dreams.Many successful people have spoken about dreams.Former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell stressed the 52 of working for your dreams. “A dream doesn’t become reality through magic:it takes sweat, 53 and hared work.”Author Les Brown reminded us that dreams have no 54 limit.You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.If you’ve been dreaming about doing something for years,start today.Write down your dream,and 55 your goals.Then you’ll be on your way to making your dreams come true.41. A.fast B.high C.well D.wild42. A.colorful B.amazing C.realistic D.attractive43. A.putting off B.taking off C.getting off D.paying off44. A.opportunity B.direction C.energy D.access45. A.pressure B.doubt C.sense D.need46. A.seek B.achieve C.explain D.design47. A.really B.almost C.always D.hardly48. A.concept B.similarity parison D.difference49. A.unreal B.general C.changeable D.flexible50. A.specific B.abstract mon plicated51. A.imaging B.avoiding C.reaching D.believing52. A.process B.benefit C.consequence D.importance53. A.blood B.determination C.intelligence D.loyalty54. A.age B.extra C.space D.normal55. A.transfer B.covert C.establish D.devoteSection BDirections:Read the following three passages.Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements.For each of them there are four choices marked A,B,C and D.Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)In 2008,someone,or perhaps a group of people,using the name Satoshi Nakamoto published a paper to an online group that discussed cryptography(密码使用法),That paper described a process that would use cryptography to create a secure electronic cash system,now known as a cryptocurrency(加密货币).Person to person payments could be made online using a shared network of computers instead of a bank or other financial institution.Each deal could happen very quickly.The shared network of computers would also serve as the means to prove those deals safely.Getting rid of the need for a centralized banking system would open up the possibility for anyone to become part of the digital economy.Today,there are well over a thousand different cryptocurrencies.Most are still trying to be feasible global payment systems like Bitcoin.They are held back by problems affecting the entire cryptocurrency industry.One issue is weak security on cryptocurrency websites where users either store theirelectronic cash in virtual “wallets” or exchange one kind of electronic cash for another.In recent years,clever thieves have broken into many of these websites and stolen electronic cash.The websites are struggling to protect their users from such thefts.Another problem is the large number of fake crytocurrencies that are advertised on the internet.The advertisements invite internet users to visit websites offering new cryptocurrencies.Many visitors are persuaded by the websites to buy their cryptocurrencies using actual ter,the websites disappear along with the victims’ ter,the websites disappear along with the victims’ money.In response to this problem,companies like Facebook and Google are limiting cryptocurrency advertising on their websites.56.What does the article explain about Satoshi Nakamoto?A.Satoshi’s background in international banking and investm entB.Satoshi’s grave doubts about the true value of cryptocurrenciesC.Satoshi’s close partnership with suspicious financial institutionsD.Satoshi’s contribution to the development of the digital economy57.According to this article,what is true about numerous cryptocurrencywebsites?A.They and their users have been robbed.B.They’ve revealed the identities of their users.C.They reward their users with cool prizes.D.They arrange recreational events for users.58.What does the article indicate about the cryptocurrency industry?A.It’s had to lay off lots of workers.B.It’s celebrating a profitable year.C.It’s facing some serious challenges.D.It’s set a very high moral standard.59.According to this article,why are Facebook and Google limiting cryptocurrencyadvertising?A.Few cryptocurrencies need to be marketed.B.They’ve created their own cryptocurrency.C.They don’t listen to cryptocurrency fans.D.Too many cryptocurrencies aren’t real.(B)“Changing the world” might seem like a n unrealistic goal.When facedwith huge problems such as air pollution or energy shortages,where do you start?Taoyuan-based Gogoro believes you start with a scooter.pared with other electric scooters,the Smartscooter .A.can recharge itself in Gostations in megacitiesB.only needs to change batteries in GostationsC.wouldn’t need to be recharged at all in lifeD.can be recharged by its users in Gostations61.Gogoro scooters are popular and revolutionary mainly because .A.their colors are chosen by a famous color designerB.their colors are different from those of othersC.it is a good way for people to consume energyD.it can help us solve the problem of energy short62.What can we conclude from the passage?A.The more megacities there are,the more GoStations mayappear.B.GoStations will soon entirely take the place of traditional stations.C.People need not go to GoStations especially during peak hours.D.More megacities will appear throughout the world in thefuture.(C)With so many investments required of us to succeed -time,resources,talents,responsibilities,even finances for our retirement - it’s easy to lose sight of the most difficult investment of all to commit to ourselves.Getting to the point where you’re ready to start upgrading to you 2.0 isn’t easy.But it doesn’t mean dropping the ball everywhere else.It’s not about omissions,but e clean with yourself to kick - start your personal growth.Unstuck starts with “u”No one purposely chooses to stop learning and growing again,it just kind of happens in a lot of daily responsibilities and life.And if it were easy to just kick it into gear(挡位)again,you would have already done it.But the truth is inescapable.If you want to get off that place to higher ground,it’s up to you and only you.No one will just hand you a steady stream of opportunities for growth.You’ve been working in your life,not on itActivity is often confused with acceleration(忙碌).I was guilty of this for years in working place - staying always busy but not admitting I was bored.I was lost in activity and not stepping back to take time to question what I wanted my life to be.Once I began working on my life - quitting corporate,becoming an entrepreneur,restructuring to my life - I started growing once again.And I’ve never been happier.Things aren’t happening to you,they’re happening for youA victim mentality(心态)is the enemy of personal menting over everything that has gone wrong in your life only wastes energy from working to make more things go right.If you want to kick-start growth,you must view setbacks as having a purpose,and then put them in their place.The past shouldn’t run or define you - only fuel you.The perfect time to start doesn’t existI had so many things that had to be just right before I could make my long-planned leap from corporate.I’d tell myself, “I’d love to go for it right now,but practically speaking.”Well,guess what?Practically is poison.It’s the convenient excuse stopping you from what you’re meant to become.It’s time to unplug others’ opinionsGrow where you want to grow.Learn what you want to learn.Wherever you are on the scale of what you want to learn next - be it beginner or near-expert own it,be proud of it.Pretenses are for pretenders.You’re just trying to beco me a better version of your genuine self.63.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A.If you want to succeed,you have to invest yourself first.B.Upgrading yourself is hard,but you still need to continue.C.Giving up upgrading yourself is just like dropping the ball.D.It’s a kind of responsibility to go on learning though it’s hard.64.The word lament in the last but 4 paragraphs most probably means .A.to express sadness and feeling sorry about somethingB.to repeat what happens to you in the past of your lifeC.to show some regretful feeling or thought for your pastD.to recognize something that has gone wrong in the past65.According to the passage,we can infer that .A.the busier you are,the happier and better you will beB.what happened shouldn’t prevent you,but protect youC.whoever you are ,just grow where you want to growD.how well you grow is actually decided by yourself66.How many aspects does the writer illustrate his idea on personal growth?A.3.B.7.C.5.D.6.Section CDirections:Complete the following passage by using the sentences in the box.Each sentence can only be used once.Note that there are w=two sentences more than you need.As 2019 draws to a close,it can be helpful to think about finishing what you have started.With that in mind,here are some thoughts on finishing projects and seasons well.Finishing projectsOne step to finishing a project comes near the beginning:define what it means for the project to be finished.This could mean getting an article published,submitting a report to your boss or teacher,or creating designs for a product. 67 .In order to finish projects,you must also plan out the steps you will take.Break your big task into smaller ones,and give yourself a short-term deadline for each of them. 68 .Then when you do finish - celebrate!Take some time to enjoy your accomplishment and reward yourself for all your hard work.Also take some time to consider how the project when what you did well,and what needs improvement. 69 .Finishing the yearAs we come to the end of 2019,it’s good to take some time to pause and reflect on the past year.What goals did you reach or what have you learned?What would you like to do differently next year?While you’re thinking,consider things you’re thankful for them the year.You could make a list of 12,one for each month,or 52,one for each week.Or just write down as many things as you can think of.This will help you end the year with a positive attitude.70 .If you made mistakes,recognize them and then move on.No one can change the past,but you can learn from it and create a new future.By finishing projects and years well,you can move toward your long-term goals and setyourself up for future triumphs.IV.Summary Writing71.Directions:Read the following passage.Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 e your own words as far as possible.Every culture has set rules about how people should act.Patterns of good behavior,or manners,show respect and care for others.Yet the details of how to express respect vary.Greeting people cheerfully is almost always considered polite.But it’s more important in some cultures than others.For example,when you enter a store in France,you should always greet the person working there.Other cultures also value greeting people.But of course the greetings vary as people speak different languages.When I was growing up in the United States,I once participated in a performance at my church.Afterward,someone gave me a compliment,but I felt like I had done a bad job.So I tried to refuse the compliment,saying, “No,I didn’t do that well.” My mother got my attention and told me that was very ter I learned that refusing a compliment is accepted and even approved of in China.Some of the biggest cultural differences have to do with table manners.In North America,it’s polite to eat as quietly as possible.That means chewing with your mouth closed and not slurping(吃东西时发出的声音)your soup.The same goes for burping(打嗝).But in parts of Asia slurping shows that you are enjoying your meal.And burping is a sign of being full and content.There are also differences in how people eat across cultures.For example,in North America and Europe people use forks to bring food to their mouths.But in Thailand,a fork is only used to push food onto a spoon.In India and the Middle East,people eat with their hands.But eating with the left hand is forbidden.This is because the left hand is considered unclean.Yet there are also similar points across cultures.Say ing “please” and “thank you,” for example,is almost always polite.If you show appreciation and try to follow local customs,people will generally respond well.Showing kindness can bring people together,no matter what culture they come from.V.T ranslationDirections:Translate the following sentences into English,using the words given in the brackets.72.我们不惧风雨，也不畏任何险阻。

上海市宝山区2020年高考教学质量检测（二模）英语试题及答案（word版）

上海市宝山区2020年高考教学质量检测（二模）英语试题及答案（word版）宝山区2020-2020学年第二学期教学质量监测高三年级英语学科试卷2020.4 考生注意：1.考试时间120分钟，试卷满分140分。

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I. Listening ComprehensionSection A1. A. At a train station. B. At a travel agency.C. At a bus station.D. At an airport.2. A. Receptionist and guest. B. Teacher and student.C. Boss and secretary.D. Husband and wife.3. A. $5 B. $10 C. $15 D. $504. A. Confused. B. Annoyed. C. Embarrassed. D. Bored.5. A. Planning to phone a friend. B. Camping in the countryside.C. Touring in a wonderful city.D. Discussing a weekend plan.6. A. The woman will soon be a superstar. B. Camping in the countryside.C. The woman should find a new partner.D. The woman should not give up.7. A. To a dress-up party. B. To the tailor’s.C. To the theater.D. To a shopping mall.8. A. Youngsters don’t really know what fashio n is.B. Styles change more quickly than necessary.C. People should care more about their appearance.D. It’s not sensible to go after designer clothing.9. A. He will have an agent serve the woman.B. The woman should buy an apartment.C. He will talk to the woman in a moment.D. The woman should pay the rent first.10. A. Keep working at the restaurant. B. Wash dishes for her in the kitchen.C. Stop delivering flowers every day.D. Leave the present job to work for her.11. A. The location. B. The scenery.C. The seafood.D. The culture.12. A. Attract whales to the closer shore. B. Tell people where to see whales.C. Warn people to stay away from shore.D. Go around to gather enough visitors.13. A. It is held every other year in summer.B. It helps Whale Crier to show his talents.C. It guarantees every to find something to enjoy.D. It is one of the best eco-art festivals in South Africa.14. A. Weak bones. B. Loose teeth C. Skin problems. D. Heart diseases.15. A. Having food rich in vitamin.B. Walking midday in the sun with no suncream.C. Taking vitamin D pills every day.D. Wearing darker coloured clothes and sunhats.16. A. To analyze the common causes of lack of vitamin D.B. To encourage people to be exposed to the sun for vitamin D.C. To emphasize the importance of vitamin D in one’s healthD. To introduce some different ways to gain vitamin D.17. A. She wants to find a topic for her research.B. She tries to help the man with his paper.C. She hopes to learn how to write a paper.D. She plans to work on a similar topic.18. A. In 1813. B. In 1826. C. In 1839. D. In 1856.19. A. They are mainly grown for the domestic market.B. They were introduced to China from Australia.C. They were the first plant to be planted in England.D. They are kept warm in large plastic houses.20. A. Growth of domestic economy in Australia.B. Export and import of bananas in Australia.C. History of banana cultivation in Australia.D. Role of agriculture in Australian economy.II. Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections: Read the following two passages. Fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word. For the other blanks, fill in each blank with one proper word. Make sure that your answers are grammatically correct.Surviving Art TraditionNative American Indians expressed themselves through their artwork, which is carved onto totem （图腾）poles. Many people hold the belief (21) __________all Native American Indian tribes（部落）carve的totem poles, but this is far from the truth . Carving totem poles was a tradition among many tribes , especially those that lived along the Pacific coast (22)____________forest grew. However , those Native American Indians who lived in the south west and the plains , and Indians , but(23)_________(few) trees to carve than Pacific tribes.The height of totem poles can vary considerably . Long ago totem poles (24) ______ (find) to stand around 12m tall . Today , Native American Indian artists continue to care trees, but some totem poles are short and are used in homes as decoration .(25) ________is not surprising that a genuine pole will cost more than $1500 per meter because traditionally carved totem involve a great deal of work , craftsmanship and time to produce.The raising of a totem pole is an important celebration among the India tribe . A hole is dug for the pole to stand in . The pole is carried to the site in a ceremony which other hundreds of people attend.Ropes are used (26)__________(raise) the pole into place. Singing and dancing to drums accompanies the pole raising . Often poles are raised in this way (27) ____ the carving begins . Carvers do their jobs then on the site.Many people believe that totem poles are religious symbols , but this idea is false. Instead of (28) __________(act) as religious symbols , carvings represent the tribal nation and convey the tribes’ history . The story of a totem pole is frequently passed down from generation to generation . Having the story documented this way helps keep this tradition (29) ____ (recognize) in our history . These days , many totem poles no longer exist (30) _______ __________ decay and rot. However , thereare still some tribes that continue to practice this ancient are form , and these totem poles are still being enjoyed by collections of tribal art.Section BDirections:Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.A. acknowledgingB. bottledC. consequencesD. demandingE. financialF. FurtherG. inappropriatelyH. handleI. negative J. neglect K. unresolvedEmotional DebtMany people today live under the weight of debt from loans or credit cards . As harmful as___31_______ debt is , there is another form of debt that is even more damaging ------emotional debt.Dr . James Richards s tates that emotional debt occurs ‘when we experience emotional pain that remain ______32___.” If the pain is not dealt with , it will affect us our entire lives. Throughout the years , we have chances for happiness , love and success . But unresolved pain can emerge , causing us to respond in ways that aren’t reasonable , resul ting in destroyed relationships and lost opportunities . Another ___33____result of emotional debt is that our friends and loved ones are affected by it and pay a high price. When we have a tendency to respond_____34____, we often hurt those around us . Unfortunately our unsettled problems sometimes become too much for them to _____35____ causing them to abandon the relationship .People with destructive patterns should check their lives for signs of unresolved pain , for your emotional debt can come from various forms of past unfair , cruel or violent treatment or ____36_____. You may be holding onto painful memories of controlling parents or very _____37_____teachers , also you may not have dealt with the pain of a broken relationship or the death of a loved one. Any negative emotion that you have controlled over the year can come back to cause harm when you least expect it.Recognize your feelings , but don’t focus on them all the t ime , because ___38______and challenging your pain is difficult , but recognizing it is the first step toward dealing with it . Admit you are angry about the past , and discuss it with someone you trust , or write it down because this will ease some of the danger and hatred you’ve kept _____39____ up for years . Refuse to be a victim and accept responsibility for dealing with your painful past because this puts you in charge and limits the power your emotions have over you .Take specific steps to resolve your emotional debt now rather than deal with the___40_____later .。

2020届上海市宝山区高考二模英语试题(带答案解析)

Thirty minutes later, I could see only one-tenth of my screen while the rest was pitch-black. The next morning, I decided not to go to the phone store for 24 hours, I felt a(n)12．sense of calm that day, which led to my not going for one week. One week ended up becoming 60 days without my smart-phone.
What I’ve learned3．(face) the demands of start-up company and a young family over the past couple of decades is that sometimes the best way to solve the work-life balance problem is to think small. Make a handful of lifestyle corrections4．,individually, may not sound all that exciting, but taken together can prevent you from getting too tried.
Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in each blank with a proper word given in thebox. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one more word than you need.

2020年上海市宝山区高考英语二模试卷

2020年上海市宝山区高考英语二模试卷II.Grammar and Vocabulary Section ADirections：After reading the passage below，fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word， fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word； for the other blanks， use one word that best fits each blank.1．(★★★)As entrepreneurs（创业者），we had a vision， we realized it， and now we （1） are running （run）our own companies． But the dream can damage our "work-life balance．"When the success of the company rests on your shoulders， you've always got an excuse to put （2） everything else on hold．What I've learned （3） facing （face） the demands of start-up company and a young family over the past couple of decades is that sometimes the best way to solve the work-life balance problem is to think small． Make a handful of lifestyle corrections （4） that ， individually， may not sound all that exciting， but taken together can prevent you from getting too tried．Here's my list of life hacks that will help prevent exhaustion：• Work from home one day a weekFew thing give you a more grounded， in-control feeling than getting things done in your own space and at your own pace． Instead of leaving the office （5）to clear （clear） my head over a Starbucks coffee， I can fold the laundry， and cut back on evening housework．Not to mention， working is pajamas is one of life's （6） underestimated （underestimate） pleasures．• Pencil in time for exerciseIt really bothered me （7） that with the demands of company and family，my tennis game was going down the drain． That may sound unimportant， but itwasn't to me，（8） because it was a meaningful part of my life outside of work． To get some balance back in my life， I rearranged my schedule． Two mornings a week， I woke up an hour （9） earlier （early） to work out with a tennis coach． If sports aren't your thing， try yoga or that hobby that you always loved but let go of after starting your business．• Learn something new， outside the officeIt can draining to always be the person who's supposed to have the answers as a business leader． It's surprisingly liberating to be an on the other side，（10）absorbing （absorb） knowledge without the pressure to perform or to always be right．Section BDirections： After reading the passage below， fill in each blank with a proper word given in the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one more word than you need.A. wanderedB. wonderingC. benefitsD. breakthroughE. potentiallyF. playingG. checkedH. unfamiliarI. negativeJ. typicallyK.possibilities2．(★★★)A． wandered B． wondering C． benefits D． breakthrough E． potentially F． playing G． checked H． unfamiliar I． negative J． typically K． possibilitiesWhile I was jumping rope， my phone took a fall to the hardwood floor which created multiple cracks on my screen． However， the music kept（1） F ， so all as well - or so I thought．Thirty minutes later， I could see only one-tenth of my screen while the rest was pitch-black． The next morning， I decided not to go to the phone store for 24 hours， I felt a（n）（2） H sense of calm that day， which led to my not going for one week． One week ended up becoming 60 days without my smart-phone．Here are three（3） C I noticed and why you may want to consider a smart-phone detox（戒除期）yourself：• You'll become boredWhile in line at a Starbucks， I noticed how every individual had their head down， eyes fixed on their smart-phone． With nothing to distract myself with during the waiting period， I became bored， and my mind（4） A through all sorts of topics．Boredom is （5） J something we avoid at all costs． However， boredom is the perfect way to make a（n）（6） D on a business idea or project． When you enter a state of boredom， you allow your mind to relax and escape from therealities of today to the infinite（7） K of tomorrow．• You'll be able to dramatically reduce your "work" hoursA study found that adults ages 18 to 33（8） G their smart-phones 85 times a day， or once every 10 minutes．As I learned during my experiment， placing some distance between myself and my device helped me fall into deep work more easily．By not having my smart-phone， my distraction time went down and thus my hours of work were spent more efficiently and effectively． On numerous occasions， I found myself（9） B what to do with the afternoon since I had already completed my high-impact tasks for the day．• Your mental well-being will receive a boost（提高）Obviously， without a cellphone， I experienced a lack of（10） I news and comments． While that helped cause a dramatic boost in my mental well-being，the biggest reason for it was truly connecting to people．III.Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections： For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A， B， C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.3．(★★★★)As a child， what did you want to be when you grew up？ If you were like most children， you probably let your imagination run （1） D ． Maybe you dreamed of flying into space or being a famous chef． Then perhaps over theyears， your dreams became more （2） C ． Or you might have given up on some altogether．If that's the case， then today's the day for you． January 13th is Make Your Dreams Come True Day． If you've been（3） A fulfilling your dreams， this is the day to make a fresh start．It's important to dream because dreams can give us the （4） C to succeed in life． Dreams inspire and motivate us． The great thing about dreams is that there's no（5） A to accomplish them right away． They might take a few years or they might take a lifetime to（6） B ． The important thing is that you're（7） C working toward your dream． And the best way to do that is by setting goals．What is the （8） D between a dream and a goal？ It's been said that dreams are the final destination； goals are the stops along the way．Dreams can be very （9） B ． But the steps you take to reach them should be very（10） A ．Your dreams state what you want， but goals explain howyou'll get there． That makes goal seting a necessary step in（11） C your dreams．Many successful people have spoken about dreams． Former U． S． Secretary of State Colin Powell stressed the（12） D of working for our dreams． "A dream doesn't become reality through magic： it takes sweat，（13） B and hard work． "Author Les Brown reminded us that dreams have no（14） A limit． You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream．If you've been dreaming about doing something for years， start today． Write down your dream， and（15） C your goals． Then you'll be on your way to making your dreams come true．（1）A． fast B． high C． well D． wild（2）A． colorful B． amazing C． realistic D． attractive（3）A． putting off B． taking off C． getting off D． paying off（4）A． opportunity B． direction C． energy D． access（5）A． pressure B． doubt C． sense D． need（6）A． seek B． achieve C． explain D． design（7）A． really B． almost C． always D． hardly（8）A． concept B． similarity C． comparison D． difference（9）A． unreal B． general C． changeable D． flexible（10）A． specific B． abstract C． common D． complicated（11）A． imaging B． avoiding C． reaching D． believing（12）A． process B． benefit C． consequence D． importance（13）A． blood B． determination C． intelligence D． loyalty（14）A． age B． extra C． space D． normal（15）A． transfer B． convert C． establish D． devoteSection BDirections： Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A， B， C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage your have just read.4．(★★★)In 2008， someone， or perhaps a group of people， using the name Satoshi Nakamoto published a paper to an online group that discussed cryptography （密码使用法）． That paper described a process that would use cryptography tocreate a secure electronic cash system， now known as a cryptocurrency（加密货币）． Person to person payment could be made online using a shared network of computers instead of a bank or other financial institution． Each deal could happen very quickly． The shared network of computers would also serve as the means to prove those deals safely． Getting rid of the need for a centralized banking system would open up the possibility for anyone to become part of the digital economy．Today， there are well over a thousand different cryptocurrencies． Most arestill trying to be feasible global payment system like Bitcoin． They are held back by problems affecting the entire cryptocurrency industry．One issue is weak security on cryptocurrency websites where users either store their electronic cash in virtual "wallets" or exchange one kind of electronic cash for another． In recent years， clever thieves have broken into many of these websites and stolen electronic cash． The websites are struggling to protect their users from such thefts．Another problem is the large number of fake cryptocurrencies that areadvertised on the internet． The advertisements invite internet users to visit websites offering new cryptocurrencies． Many visitors are persuaded by thewebsites to buy their cryptocurrencies using actual money． Later， the webistes disappear along with the victims' money． In response to this problem， companies like Facebook and Google are limiting cryptocurrency advertising on their websites．（1）What does the article explain about Satoshi Nakamoto？ DA．Satoshi's background in international baking and investmentB．Satoshi's grave doubts about the true value of cryptocurrenciesC．Satoshi's close partnership with suspicious financial institutionsD．Satoshi's contribution to the development of the digital economy（2）According to this article， what is true about numerous cryptocurrency webistes？ AA．They and their users have been robbed．B．They've revealed the identities of their users．C．They reward their users with coll prizes．D．They arrange recreational events for users．（3）What does the article indicate about the cryptocurrency industry？ CA．It's had to lay off lots of workers．B．It's celebrating a profitable year．C．It's facing some serious challenges．D．It's set a very high moral standard．（4）According to this article， why are Facebook and Google limiting cryptocurrency advertising？ DA．Few cryptocurrencies need to be marketed．B．They've created their own cryptocurrency．C．They didn't listen to cryptocurrency fans．D．Too many cryptocurrecies aren't real．5．(★★★)"Changing the world" might seem like an unrealistic goal． When faced with huge problems such as air pollution or energy shortages， where do you start？Taoyuan-based Gogoro believes you start with a scooter．（1）Compared with other electric scooters， the Smart-scooter B ．A．can recharge itself in Gostations in mega-citiesB．only needs to change batteries in GostationsC．wouldn't need to be recharged at all in lifeD．can be recharged by its users in Gostations（2）Gogoro scooters are popular and revolutionary mainly because C ．A．their colors are chosen by a famous color designerB．their colors are different from those of othersC．it is a good way for people to consume energyD．it an help us solve the problem of energy short（3）What can we conclude from the passage？ AA．The more mega-cities there are， the more GoStations may appear．B．GoStations will soon entirely take the place of traditional stations．C．People need not go to GoStations especially during peak hours．D．More mega-cities will appear throughout the world in the future．Proof of conceptIn 2015， Gogoro broke onto the scene by releasing an electric scooter called the Smart-scooter． Unlike most electric scooters． This one wouldn't need to plugged in to recharge． Instead， users would stop by GoStations to exchange drained batteries for fully charged ones．Gogoro was taking a risk． If people were not happy with the system of changing batteries the whole project could fail． They didn't need to worry，though． Only one year later Gogoro sold their 10，000th Smart-scooter!Setting the barFast forward to 2019 and the release of the Series 3 Smart-scooter． Gogoroscooters are as popular and revolutionary as ever． Their bright colors are chosen by Beatrice Santiccioli， a famous color designer who helped shape major brandslike Apple， Nike and Swatch． In addition to the scooters' bright colors， plenty of cool accessories（配件）are available so ou can make your scooter yourown． But most important of all， Gogoro continues to pave the way toward a future of responsible energy consumption．Looking forwardMultiple cities and countries have committed to making their transportation all-electric in the coming years， and Gogoro is helping make the possible． Ordered a package？ Companies like DHL and Taiwan Post now have fleets of Smart-scooters to make deliveries． Need a ride？ Unlock a Gogoro in Beilin， Paris or Madrid，thanks to scooter sharing services．The Smart-scooters is definitely ingenious， but there's more "At Gogoro， I think the essential thing is that we want to change how people use energy． And theSmart-scooters is only the beginning．" says Horace Luke， Gogoro co-founder and CEO． This is where the GoStation comes in．Tomorrow's energyGostations are AI - equipped． They track battery health to maximize eachbattery's life． They recharge batteries during off-peak hours to reduce strain on the city's power grid（输电网）． But they also learn when users usually visit and prioritize supplying charged batteries at those times． The fact of the matteris， cities are only getting bigger． There are already dozens of mega-cities（特大城市） in the world， and there will only be more in the future． Gogoro's dream is the transformation of mega-cities into smart cities， where power is plentiful and responbsible． They hope to be a big part of that transformation．6．(★★★)With so many investments required of us to succeed - time， resources，talents， responsibilities， even finances for our retirement - it's easy to lose sight of the most difficult investment of all to commit to： ourselves．Getting to the point where you're ready to start upgrading to you 2.0 isn't easy． But it doesn't mean dropping the ball everywhere else． It's not about omissions， but admissions． Come clean with yourself to kick-start your personal growth．Unstuck starts with "u"No one purposely chooses to stop learning and growing again， it just kind of happens in a lot of daily responsibilities and life． And if it were easy to just kick it into gear（档位）again， you would have already done it． But the truth is inescapable． If you want to get off that place to higher ground， it's up to you and only you． No one will just hand you a steady stream of opportunities for growth．You've been working in your life， not on itActivity is often confused with acceleration（忙碌）． I was guilty of this for years in working place - staying always busy but not admitting I was bored． I was lost in activity and not steeping back to take time to question what I wanted mylife to be． Once I began working on my life - quitting corporate， becoming an entrepreneur， restructuring to my life - I started growing once again． And I've never been happier．Things aren't happening to you， they're happening for youA victim mentality（心态）is the enemy of personal growth．[Lamenting] over everything that has gone wrong in your life only wastes energy from working to make more things go right． If you want to kick-start growth， you must view setbacks as having a purpose， and then put them in their place． The past shouldn't run or define you - only fuel you．The perfect time to start doesn't existI had so many things that had to be just right before I could make my long-planned leap from corporate． I'd tell myself， "I'd love to go for it right now，but practically speaking．" Well， guess what？ Practicality is poison． It's the convenient excuse stopping you from what you're meant to become．It's time to unplug others' opinionsGrow where you want to grow． Learn what you want to learn． Wherever you areon the scale of hat you want to learn next - be it beginner or near - expert own it，be proud of it． Pretenses are for pretenders． You're just trying to become abetter version of your genuine self．（1）Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage？ BA．If you want to succeed， you have to invest yourself first．B．Upgrading yourself is hard， but you still need to continue．C．Giving up upgrading yourself is just like dropping the ball．D．It's a kind of responsibility to go on learning though it's hard．（2）The word lament in the last but 4 paragraphs most probably means A ．A．to express sadness and feeling sorry about somethingB．to repeat what happens to you in the past of your lifeC．to show some regretful feeling or thought for our pastD．to recognize something that has gone wrong in the past（3）According to the passage， we can infer that D ．A．the busier you are， the happier and better you will beB．what happened shouldn't prevent you， but protect youC．whoever you are， just grow where you want to growD．how well you grow is actually decided by yourself（4）How many aspects does the writer illustrate his idea on personal growth？ C A． 3B． 7C． 5D． 6Section CDirections： Complete the following passage by using the sentences in the box. Each sentence can only be used once. Note that there are two sentences more than you need.7．(★★★) As 2019 draws to a close， it can be helpful to think about finishing what you have started．With that in mind， here are some thoughts on finishing projects and seasons well．Finishing projectsOne step to finishing a project comes near the beginning：define what it means for the project to be finished． This could mean getting an article published，submitting a report to your boss or teacher， or creating designs for a product．（1）C ．In order to finish projects， you must also plan out the steps you willtake． Break your big task into smaller ones， and give yourself a short-term deadline for each of them．（2） E ．Then when you do finish - celebrate! Take some time to enjoy your accomplishment and reward yourself for all your hard work． Also take some time to consider how the project went what you did well， and what needs improvement．（3）A ．Finishing the yearAs we come to the end of 2019， it's good to take some time to pause andreflect on the past year． What goals did you reach or what have you learned？ What would you like to do differently next year？While you're thinking， consider things you're thankful for from the year． You could make a list of 12， one for each month， or 52， one for each week． Or just write down as many things as you can think of． This will help you end the yearwith a positive attitude．（4） F ． If you make mistakes， recognize them and then move on． No one can change the past， but you can learn from it and create a new future．By finished projects and years well， you can move toward your long-term goals and set yourself up for future triumphs．A．Learning from your achievements and mistakes will set you up for continued successB．The answers to these questions may help you develop resolutions for the nextyearC．Whatever it is， if you don't know what your goal is， you're not likely toreach itD．And don't neglect saying thank you to the people responsible for things on your listE．Then commit to following your plan to the endF．But reflecting on the past doesn't mean being involved in your failuresIV.Summary Writing8．(★★★)Directions： Read the following passage． Summarize the main idea and the main point（s） of the passage in no more than 60 words． Use your own words as far as possible．Every culture has set rules about how people should act． Patterns of goodbehavior， or manners， show respect and care for others． Yet the details of how to express respect vary．Greeting people cheerfully is almost always considered polite． But it's more important in some cultures than others． For example， when you enter a store in France， you should always greet the person working there． Other cultures also value greeting people． But of course the greetings vary as people speak different languages．When I was growing up in the United States， I once participated in a performance at my church． Afterward， someone gave me a compliment， but I felt like I had done a bad job． So I tried to refuse the compliment， saying， "No， I didn't do that well．" My mother got my attention and told me that was very rude． Later I learned that refusing a compliment is accepted and even approved of in China．Some of the biggest cultural differences have to do with table manners． In North America， it's polite to eat as quietly as possible． That means chewing with your mouth closed and not slurping（吃东西时发出的声音）your soup． The same goes for burping（打嗝）． But in parts of Asia slurping shows that you are enjoying your meal． And burping is a sign of being full and content．There are also differences in how people eat across cultures． For example， in North America and Europe people use forks to bring food to their mouths． But in Thailand， a fork is only used to push food onto a spoon． In India and the Middle East， people eat with their hands． But eating with the left hand isforbidden． This is because the left hand is considered unclean．Yet there are also similar points across cultures． Saying "please" and "thank you"， for example， is almost always polite． If you show appreciation and try to follow local customs， people will generally respond well． Showing kindness can bring people together， no matter what culture they come from．V.TranslationDirections：Translate the following sentences into English， usingthe words given in the brackets.9．(★)我们不惧风雨，也不畏任何险阻．（or） We are not afraid of winds and rains， or any kind of difficulties．10．(★)戴口罩是阻止病毒传播的有效方式．（keep） Putting on a face mask is an effective way to keep virus from spreading．11．(★★★)时不我待，时间和历史都属于奋进者．（as） Time and tide wait for no one as time and history are both on the side of hard workers．12．(★)生命重于泰山，疫情就是命令，防控就是责任．（issue） Life is of great importance． When a terrible disease/ an epidemic breaks out， a command is issued． It is our responsibility to prevent and control it/ the disease．VI.Guided Writing13．(★★)Directions：Write an /English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese．近年人们欢度新春佳节的方式不尽相同．有些人喜欢在家里聚会，有些人喜欢在餐馆聚餐，还有些人喜欢出国过年……请给你的父母写一封邮件，告诉他们你更喜欢哪种方式，你的文章必须包括：•简单陈述你喜欢的过年方式；•建议明年家里过年的方式，并说明理由．注意：请勿透露本人真实姓名和学校名称。

上海市宝山区2020届高三英语二模试题(含解析)

上海市宝山区2020届高三英语二模试题（含解析）Ⅱ. Grammar and VocabularyDirections：After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.Curiosity is part of human nature. Children are famous for wanting answers ____1____ tons of questions. People keep reading or watching ____2____ they want to find out what happens. But curiosity also provides many practical benefits.Learning is easiest if you have a genuine desire for knowledge. Curiosity can create that desire when you have a question.Many of history greatest discoveries ____3____（make）by curious people. People wondered ____4____ processes worked or how certain tasks could be done more effectively. Thanks to their curiosity, people now know far more about the world and have useful technology ____5____（help）them.Even if you don’t p lan to be an inventor of researcher, curiosity can still help you in the classroom. If you develop the joy of learning, classes will become more fun. And you’ll excel because you will be fully engaged in the process of learning. Even if you’re no longer a student, curiosity will make you better ____6____（inform）and thus a more capable worker.What do you do if you’re not already curious? Fortunately, curiosity is a skill that can be improved. If you act like you’re curious, you’ll quickly start to actually feel curious. Often, the more you learn about a topic the ____7____（interesting）it becomes.As you learn about a topic, gather information from as many sources aspossible. Read a variety of books, watch or listen to lectures and ask questions. Don’t always get your information from the same source. Inst ead, learn to appreciate facts that different people know and the different opinions ____8____ they express.Ask a lot of questions, Remember, everyone knows ____9____ that you don’t. Find out what that is, and ask about it. This lets you learn something and makes the other person happy by letting them show off their knowledge.In the classroom or out of it, ____10____（develop）curiosity is sure to be worthwhile.【答案】1. to 2. because3. were made4. how5. to help6. informed7. more interesting8. that/which9. something10. developing【解析】这是一篇说明文。

上海市宝山区2020届高三英语第二次模拟考试试题牛津上海版

宝山区2020学年第二学期期中高三年级英语学科教学质量检测试卷第I 卷（共103分）I. Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question abouwt it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. 5:35 pm. B.5:45pm.. C. 5:50 pm. D. 6:00pm.2. A. In Room 340. B. In Room 314. C. In Room 223. D. In Room 230.3. A. By train. B. On foot. C. By bus D. By taxi.4. A. At a bus stop B. At an airport C. At a city hall D. At a railway station.5. A. Sister and brother. B. Mother and son.C. Wife and husband.D. Waitress and customer.6. A. The history museum. . B. The science museumC. The art museum.D. The space museum.7. A. The two speakers are going to study abroad. B. The woman is a tour guide.C. The tour guide was born in New York.D. The man is a native speaker.8. A. Lock the computer lab later. B. Leave with the man.C. Buy a new lock for the computer lab.D. Show the man where the lab is.9. A. She wants to change a new phone number.B. She doesn’t want to be interrupted.C. The program will be over soon.D. She asks someone to watch the program with her.10. A. Kevin prefers outdoor activities.B. The man has already downloaded some sales data.C. They all make preparations for the meeting.D. The woman asks for high quality service.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages, and you will be asked three questions on each of the passages. The passages will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question,read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. Oct. 10. B. Apr. 16 . C. Mar. 25. D. Jun. 30.12. A. Passionate and knowledgeable. B. Investigative and creativeC. Objective and accurate.D. Authoritative and carefulD. The doctor treated her with strong medicines.13. A. How competitors win in journalist competitionsB. How to enter the magazine website.C. How to run the business.D. How to host the competition. Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. Playing golf. B. Hiking. C. Jogging. D. Flying kites.15. A. 12. B. 17. C. 20 D. 22.16. A. Warm temperature may make people ill.B. Snow storm may bring trouble to transportation.C. Waves at the coast may bring danger to people.D. Fierce rains may destroy the roads.Section CDirections: In Section C, you will hear two longer conversations. The conversations will be read twice. After you hear each conversation, you are required to fill in the numbered blanks with the information you hear. Blanks 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation: Complete the report form. Write ONE WORD for each answer.Blanks 21 through 24 are based on the following conversation. Complete the form. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.II. Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections: After reading the passages below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.(A)You took a midterm exam (25)_____(hope) to get a 95 percent. When you got your test paper back, you received only a 70 percent. How do you handle the situation? Do you1. make a study plan for (26)_______(improve) your grade;2. keep doing what you’re doing and hope for the best next time;3. use a persuasive argument to try and convince your teacher to give you (27)______ better grade?Your answer to the above question shows your EQ, your emotional intelligence. What exactly is EQ? Psychologists Peter Salovey and John Mayer define it as the ability to understand your own feelings and emotions and (28)______ of others.Research supports the significance of EQ. A 40-year study of 450 boys foundthat IQ wasn’t the only thing that affected life success. The qualities that did were the ability (29)_____(handle) frustration, control emotions and get along with other people.Can you improve a low EQ? Yes! Start by noticing how you feel. That’s the first step in becoming more skillful at managing your feelings. Second ,pay attention to how you behave when you feel certain emotions. Then analyze (30)______ that effects your daily life. Next, take responsibility for your feelings and actions. They come from you and no one else. Then you (31)_________(have) a higher EQ--- and likely have a happier and more rewarding life as well.BImagine shopping in another country and spotting a beautiful scarf. The salesperson tells you the price, (32)_______ it’s more than you want to buy. What do you do?The answer depends largely on what part of the world you are in. Are you visiting Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Latin America or Africa? In these places, prices often are not set in stone. In fact, customers (33)______(expect) to bargain before agreeing to a price.On the other hand, in North America, Europe and Australia, bargaining is rare and often not allowed. The price (34)____(list) on a price tag cannot bechanged.Large stores and malls usually don’t allow bargaining. On the other hand, outdoor stalls and flea markets, even in Western countries, usually allow bargaining. When in doubt, consult a guidebook ---or (35)_______(good) yet,a local friend.(36)______bargaining custom vary, a few rules of etiquette apply in most cultures. First, avoid wasting people’s time. If you don’t intend to make a purchase, don’t start bargaining. While bargaining, it is OK to walk away. But once you agree to a price, you (37)_____ buy the item.Even in countries (38)____ don’t allow bar gaining, you may find plentiful opportunities to save money. Many stores sell old items on clearance. Others offer discount cards to regular customers. Some of these can function as credit cards (39)_____ the store, and a few can even be used elsewhere.(40)______ you go, understanding local customs can help you find good prices.Section BDirections: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more thanyou need.The next time you watch NBA playoff action on TV, take a close look at the shoes that many players are wearing . Gone, for the most part, are the ankle-hugging high-tops that supposedly ____41____ to protect players from injury.The change over the last few years to low-top sneakers(运动鞋) seems to go against conventional wisdom. Strangely, __42___, Steven Nash and Kobe Bryant, two of the most __43__players with the Los Angeles Lakers, aren’t worried.According to the US market-research firm NPD Group, high-tops once ___44__ for about 20 percent of the US basketball shoe market. Now, the number has sunk to about 8 percent. Low-tops, the kind that Nash and Bryant wear, have grown to 29 percent, from just 11 percent in 2002.High-top sneakers are one of the most celebrated __45___ in modern basketball. After the 1985 Air Jordans so transformed the market, shoe companies began battling one another. They put air pumps in the tonguesof their shoes and made carefully prepared and organized __46__.“All of a sudden it became a __47__ business,” Marshal Cohen, an analyst with NPD group, told The Wall Street Journal. The Jordans were excellent. The market went from being nothing to a million-dollar business __48___.”One of the reasons high-tops are not so __49__ anymore is that they were never really very good at protecting the feet.In an article in the British Journal of Sports Medicine in 2020, University of Newcastle researcher Craig Richards found no evidence that sneakers__50__ injuries. His research actually found that high-top basketball sneakers could even cause players to run slower and jump lower. Now, the contest has become a war. Companies like Adidas, Nike, Converse and Reebok are all fighting to create the next “Air Jordan,” and with the next market battle.III. Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Are you a graduate trying to plan out the best career path for yourself? Here, some tips are given on how to go about it.A university degree is no __51___ of a job, and job hunting in itself requires a whole set of skills. if you find you are not getting past the first interview, ask yourself what is happening. Is it a(n) __52__ to communicate or are there some skills you lack? And find out what you need t do to bring yourself up to the level of __53__ that would make you more attractive t them.Do not be too discouraged if you are __54__ for a job, but think about the reasons the employers give. Those who made the second interview might have been studying the same subject as you and be of __55__ ability level, but they had something which made them a __56___ match to the selector’s ideal. That could be experience gained through projects or vacation work, or it might be that they were better at communicating what they could offer. Do not take the comments at __57__ value: think back to the interviews that generated them and make a list of where you think the shortfall in your performance lies. With this sort of analytical approach you will eventually get your foot in the door.Deciding how long you should stay in your first job is a tough call. Stay too long and future employers may question your ___58__ and ambition. Of course, it depends on where you are aiming. If you are a graduate, spending five or six years in the same job is not too long provided that you take full advantage of the __59__. However, do not use this as a(n) __60__ for lackinginterest or enthusiasm. Graduates sometimes fail to take ownership of their careers and take the initiati ve. It is up to you to make the most of what’s available within a company, and to monitor progress in case you need to__61__. This applies particularly if you are still not sure where your career path lies.It is helpful to think through what kind of experience you need to get your __62__ job and it is not a problem to move around to a certain extent. But in the __63__ stages of your career you need a definite strategy for reaching your goal, so think about that carefully before deciding to step forward from your first job. You must cultivate __64__ to be competent for any role. There is no guarantee that you will get adequate training, and research has shown that if you do not receive proper help in a new role, it can take 18 months to __65__ it.51. A. input B. cause C. guarantee D. preparation52. A. failure B. key C. introduction D. contribution53. A. highlight B. comment C. fluency D. qualification54. A. asked B. refused C. headed D. helped55. A. different B. high C. similar D. low56. A. closer B. better C. stronger D. poorer57. A. depth B. face C. data D. test58. A. character B. personality C. behavior D. drive59. A. knowledge B. experience C. skill D. loyalty60. A. substitute B. equivalent C. excuse D. requirement61. A. pass by B. switch on C. move on D. stick to62. A. part-time B. dream C. secure D.well-paid63. A. critical B. last C. middle D. early64. A. patience B. love C. habits D. friendship65. A. know B. prohibit C. master D. selectSection BDirections: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to theinformation given in the passage you have just read.(A).Iceland, an island just south of the Arctic Circle, has fairly mild winters, thanks to warm ocean currents. Time your vacation here during the winter months to take advantage of off-season deals.Off-season means good deals on flights, hotels and tours. You may also find that the locals are a bit friendlier and more welcoming when tourists aren’t arriving in crowds.In the winter months, there are less than seven hours of daylight; thus, chances are good you’ll catch sight of the northern lights. Sunsets are also beautiful at this time, making for some great photo opportunities.In Iceland, winter is the perfect time to hike glaciers, go ice climbing, explore caves made out of hardened lava(岩浆) and much more. One of the most popular activities is off-roading(越野比赛) in a specially-equipped “super jeep”.Before booking your trip, be sure to check for volcano alerts. There are about 130 volcanoes on or around Iceland. Thirty-five of them are active. In 2020, a volcano named Eyjaallajokull exploded, sending clouds of ash up to four kilometers into the atmosphere. The ash drifted toward the UK andEurope. Because the ask could damage aircraft engines, airlines operating in the region were forced to cancel flights for six days. As a result, thousands of people were stuck in airports.Recently, another volcano named Bardarbunga has become active, erupting ash into the air. Such events, if large enough, could prevent your trip from going ahead. So check the latest volcano news prior to making your reservations.66. According to this article, why are you more likely to see the northern lights in the winter?A. They move from rural areas to cities.B. The weather is more stable at that time.C. They’re a special feature of many festivals.D. The sky is dark for longer periods then.67. According to the article, how do visitors to Iceland have fun in the winter?A. They learn how to ski down the mountains.B. They photograph famous historic sites..C. They explore the countryside in well made vehicles..D. They spend a week at one of the seaside resorts.68. What is true about the volcanoes of Iceland?A. The majority of them are quiet.B. Their age hasn’t been determined.C. All but one of them are extinct.D. Citizens aren’t affected by them.69.What does this article explain?.A. Some of Iceland’s urban cultural attractionsB. A way t reduce the cost of a trip to Iceland.C. Reasons for visiting Iceland in June and July.D. The average price for a short tour of Iceland.(B).SELF-REFLECTION OF TEACHING PRACTICES READING, WRITING,TALKINGPlease do not sign your name. Mark the responses that most nearly reflect your teaching practices. This is one way to reflect your practices and how much you got out of it.Keep one copy and give one to your tutor(s0.HOW OFTEN:0=never 1=rarely 2=sometimes (1-2x/week)3=moderately(3x/week) 4=often(4x/week) 5=daily70. According to the passage, who most probably mark the responses in the form?A. Professional tutors.B. Language teachers.C. Personal physician.D. Psychological therapist.71. According to the passage, which frequency degree would you choose if you carry out the practice in the form not at all often?A. 0B. 1C. 2D. 372. Mr. Kent bears EXTENTION OF LEARNING idea in mind, he quite often tends to _______.A. always set groups to encourage students to work out something by putting heads togetherB. prepare grade-level materials for teachingC. develop students reading skills during pre- while-and- post-reading stageD. provide students with extra learning materials to further their study73. Mrs. Grace likes to share her version of tasks outcome in class, which could be labeled _____.A. ASSESSMENT OF LEARNINGB. KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTIONC. DEVELOPMENT OF STRATEGIESD. SELF-SELECTION(C)A rapidly advancing contemporary science that is highly dependent on new tools is Earth system science. Earth system science involves observation and measurements on the Earth at all scales from the largest to the smallest. The huge amounts of data that are gathered come from many different locations and require special techniques for handling data. Important new tools that facilitate Earth system science include satellite remote sensing, small deep-sea submarines, and geographic information systems.More than any other way of gathering evidence, satellite observations continually remind us that each part of the Earth interacts with and is dependent on all other parts.Earth system science was born from the realization of that interdependence. Satellite remote sensing makes possible observations at large scales, and in many cases, measurements of factors that could not otherwise be measured. For example, the ozone hole over Antarctica--the decrease in the concentration of ozone high in the atmosphere--is measured by remote sensing, as are changes in deserts, forests, and farmlands around the world. Such measurements can be used in many areas of specialization besides Earth system science. Archaeology, for example, has benefited from satellite observations that reveal the traces of ancient trade routes across theArabian Desert.New tools for exploring previously inaccessible areas of the Earth have also added greatly to our knowledge of the Earth system. Small deep-sea submarines allow scientists to travel to the depths of the ocean. There they have discovered new species and ecosystems thriving near deep-sea vents that emit heat, sasses, and mineral-rich water.Just as important as new methods of measurement and exploration are new ways to store and analyze data about the Earth system. Computer-based software programs known as geographic information systems, or GIS, allow a large number of data points to be stored along with their locations. These can be used to produce maps and to compare different sets of information gathered at different times. For example, satellite remote sensing images of a forest can be converted to represent stages in the forest's growth. Two such images, made at different times can be overlaid and compared, and the changes that have taken place can be represented in a new image.74. The word "facilitate" in Paragraph I is closest in meaning to ________.A. enableB. requireC. organizeD. examine75. The author of the passage mentions that satellite observations are especially effective in ________.A. conducting scientific studies of life on the ocean floorB. predicting future climate changesC. providing data to determine Earth's ageD. demonstrating interactions among all of Earth's parts76. According to the passage, satellite observations of the Arabian Desert allow archaeologists to know ________.A). indications of ancient routes B. evidence of former lakesC. traces of early farmsD. remains of ancient forests77.What is the main idea of the passage?A. special techniques are needed to classify the huge amounts of data about Earth.B. New tools provide information about Earth that was once impossible to obtain.C. Advances in Earth system science have resolved many environmental problems.D. Satellite remote sensing can show changes between two images taken years apart.Section CDirections: Read the passage carefully. Then answer the questions or complete the statements in the fewest possible words.For a sight of an evolving technology that promises to shake video gaming to its foundation, check out “Throw Trucks With Your Mind”.Unlike most video games, it doesn't rely solely on a mouse. Instead, its players also put on a headset that enables them to throw trucks or other virtual objects simply by thinking.And that's just for starters. Advocates of so-called neurogaming（交感神经游戏）say the concept in a few years will combine a wide variety of physiological factors, from a player's heart rate and hand gestures to pupil dilation(瞳孔扩张) and emotions. Moreover, they imagine many such games being developed to improve the health, brainpower and skills of those playing them.The electroencephalography(脑电波仪), or EEG, headset used to throw trucks and other objects onto enemies was made by San Jose, California.-based NeuroSky. It measures separate brainwave frequencies that reflect how focused the player is and how calm they are, according to Lat Ware of Emeryville, California., who developed the game. The game, which can be purchased at , costs $25, or $99 with the headset. Ware, 29, said it's possible to move a pear or other small virtual object if the player is calm, but not focused, or vice versa. But he said both mental states are essential to flatten an enemy with a huge truck, which takesconsiderable concentration.Although only a few neurogames have been introduced so far and their action tends to be fairly limited, the games are expected to become far more challenging - and multipurpose - as the software and related technology improves.One concept being explored is to develop games that adjust their action according to the player's changing emotions. These are measured by such factors as their facial expressions, eye movement and skin-conductance(皮肤导电) levels. Another approach is to make games that influence how the player thinks and feels.Consider Los Angeles-based Melon, which, like "Throw Trucks With Your Mind," was recently launched via the online fundraising site Kickstarter. Melon officials say their first game-- which challenges players to fold origami（折纸）with their mind, using NeuroSky's EEG headset -- helps people "learn how to focus, relax and meditate better."78. According to this article, what is the purpose of developing the new kind of games?79. The function of brainwave frequencies measured by EEG made by San Jose is to _________.80. According to Ware, if you want to throw something such as a truck, youmust be __________.81.What is the new idea being studied to develop more challenging and multipurpose games?(Note: Answer the questions or complete the statements in NO MORE THAN ELEVEN WORDS)第II卷（共47分）I. TranslationDirections: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.82．在美国和加拿大，用餐后不付小费是很失礼的事。

上海市宝山区2020年高三英语高考二模卷(逐题详解版)

宝山区2019~2020年第二学期高三年级质量调研考试高三英语2020.05（本试卷满分140分，考试时间120分钟）I.Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A.A visa officer. B. An interviewer. C. A student. D. A manager.2. A. In a factory. B. At an airport. C. In a post office. D. In a cafe.3. A. She enjoys traveling this summer vacation.B. She had an unpleasant experience in Sydney.C. She is considering whether to travel abroad.D. She speaks highly of her experience last year.4. A. Wait till the end of the year. B. Walk to his workplace.C. Take public transportation.D. Buy the car right now.5. A. A gift. B. A trip. C. A job. D. A visit.6. A. The man is said to be a vegetarian. B. The man dislikes American food.C. The man has got used to American food.D. The man is ill because of American food.7. A. Doubtful. B. Upset. C. Disappointed. D. Annoyed.8. A. Manager and secretary. B. Doctor and patient.C. Employer and employee.D. Teacher and student.9. A. She will probably go to see a doctor right away.B. She has refused to take medicine for her throat.C. She’d better avoid speaking even in a low voice.D. She can’t make herself understood when whispering.10. A. The woman doesn’t like to drink coffee in any case.B. The woman drinks coffee just to prepare for finals.C. The man doesn’t drink coffee when meeting people.D. The man drinks coffee when making more products.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to thequestion you have heard.Question 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. Because a monthly fee has to be paid.B. Because it goes wrong on hot, sunny days.C. Because it’s hard and expensive to be installed.D. Because it often makes us confused when used.12. A. It’s a dream that will come true sooner or later.B. It’s a new and good way to track your vehicle.C. It’s a regular device that works with a smartphone.D. It’s a tracking device that is changing our life greatly.13. A. Efficient but expensive. B. Innovative but time-consuming.C. Free but hard to install.D. Small but user-friendly. Question 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A.3%. B.15%. C. About 18%. D. Over 30%.15. A. British senior managers. B. Patients in mental hospital.C. Prime ministers.D. American presidents.16. A. Factors of affecting people’s success.B. Importance of keeping emotional health.C. Encouraging children to have ambitions.D. Relationships between hardship and success.Question 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.17. A. Because he thought smoking would do good to his heart.B. Because he didn’t believe smoking would be that harmful.C. Because he thought smoking could help him feel relaxed.D. Because he believed smoking could make him feel excited.18. A. Air pollution. B. Smoke.C. Secondhand smoke.D. Thirdhand smoke.19. A. Because the government hasn’t taken any effective measures to stop smoking.B. Because each year many children’s death is connected with secondhand smoke.C. Because smoking and secondhand smoke do more harm to children than adults.D. Because the government has passed the relevant law to prevent from smoking.20. A. The smell of tobacco smoke left on things such as clothes, furniture and so on.B. The tobacco smoke accidentally caused by the third person who smokes nearby.C. The poisonous chemicals released from things like clothes, furniture and so on.D. The poisonous chemicals from tobacco smoke left on things like clothes etc.II.Grammar and vocabularySection ADirections:After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.As entrepreneurs(创业者),we had a vision, we realized it, and now we (21) _______ (run) our own companies. But the dream can damage our “work-life balance.”When the success of the company rests on your shoulders, you’ve always got an excuse to put (22) _______ else on hold.What I’ve learned (23) _______ (face) the demands of a start-up company and a young family over the past couple of decades is that sometimes the best way to solve the work-life balance problem is to think small. Make a handful of lifestyle corrections (24) _______, individually, may not sound all that exciting, but taken together, can prevent you from getting too tired.Here’s my list of life hacks that will help prevent exhaustion:• Work from home one day a weekFew things give you a more grounded, in-control feeling than getting things done in your own space and at your own pace. Instead of leaving the office (25) _______ (clear) my head over a Starbucks coffee, I can fold the laundry, and cut back on evening housework.Not to mention, working in pajamas is one of life’s (26) _______ (underestimate) pleasures.• Pencil in time for exerciseIt really bothered me (27) _______ with the demands of company and family, my tennis game was going down the drain. That may sound unimportant, but it wasn’t to me,(28) _______ it was a meaningful part of my life outside of work. To get some balance back in my life. I rearranged my schedule. Two mornings a week, I woke up an hour (29) _______ (early) to work out with a tennis coach. If sports aren’t your thing, try yoga or that hobby tha t you always loved but let go of after starting your business.• Learn something new, outside the officeIt can be draining to always be the person who’s supposed to have the answers as a business leader. It’s surprisingly liberating to be on the other side,(30) _______ (absorb) knowledge without the pressure to perform or to always be right.Section BDirections: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need.cracks on my screen. However, the music kept __31__, so all as well - or so I thought.Thirty minutes later, I could see only one-tenth of my screen while the rest was pitch-black. The next morning, I decided not to go to the phone store for 24 hours, I felt a(n) __32__ sense of calm that day, which led to my not going for one week. One week ended up becoming 60 days without my smartphone.Here are three __33__ I noticed and why you may want to consider a smartphone detox(戒除期)yourself.·You’ll become boredWhile in line at a Starbucks, I noticed how every individual had their head down, eyes fixed on their smartphone. With nothing to distract myself with during the waiting period, I became bored, and my mind __34__ through all sorts of topics.Boredom is __35__ something we avoid at all costs. However, boredom is the perfect way to make a(n) __36__ on a business idea or project. When you enter a state of boredom, you allow your mind to relax and escape from the realities of today to the infinite __37__ of tomorrow.·You’ll be able to dramatically reduce your “work” hoursA study found that adults ages 18 to 33 __38__ their smartphones 85 times a day, or once every 10minutes.As I learned during my experiment, placing some distance between myself and my device helped me fall into deep work more easily.By not having my smartphone, my distraction time went down and thus my hours of work were spent more efficiently and effectively. On numerous occasions, I found myself __39__ what to do with the afternoon since I had already completed my high-impact tasks for the day.·Your mental well-being will receive a boost(提高)Obviously, without a cellphone, I experienced a lack of __40__ news and comments. While that helped cause a dramatic boost in my mental well-being, the biggest reason for it was truly connecting to people.III.Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C andD. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? If you were like most children, you probably let your imagination run __41__.Maybe you dreamed of flying into space or being a famous chef. Then perhaps over the years, your dreams became more __42__.Or you might have given up on some altogether.If that’s the case, then today’s the day for you. January 13th is Make Your Dreams Come True Day.If you’ve been __43__ fulfilling your dreams, this is the day to make a fresh start.It’s important to dream becau se dreams can give us the __44__ to succeed in life. Dreams inspire and motivate us. The great thing about dreams is that there’s no __45__ to accomplish them right away.They might take a few years or they might take a lifetime to __46__.The important th ing is that you’re __47__ working toward your dream. And the best way to do that is by setting goals.What is the __48__ between a dream and a goal? It’s been said that dreams are the final destination;goals are the stops along the way.Dreams can be very __49__. But the steps you take to reach them should be very __50__.Your dreams state what you want, but goals explain how you’ll get there. That makes goal setting a necessary step in __51__ your dreams.Many successful people have spoken about dreams. Former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell stressed the __52__ of working for your dreams. “A dream doesn’t become reality through magic: it takes sweat, __53__ and hard work.” Author Les Brown reminded us that dreams have no __54__ limit. You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.If you’ve been dreaming about doing something for years, start today. Write down your dream, and __55__ your goals. Then you’ll be on your way to making your dreams come true.41. A. fast B. high C. well D. wild42. A. colorful B. amazing C. realistic D. attractive43. A. putting off B. taking off C. getting off D. paying off44. A. opportunity B. direction C. energy D. access45. A. pressure B. doubt C. sense D. need46. A. seek B. achieve C. explain D. design47. A. really B. almost C. always D. hardly48. A. concept B. similarity C. comparison D. difference49. A. unreal B. general C. changeable D. flexible50. A. specific B. abstract C. common D. complicated51. A. imaging B. avoiding C. reaching D. believing52. A. process B. benefit C. consequence D. importance53. A. blood B. determination C. intelligence D. loyalty54. A. age B. extra C. space D. normal55. A. transfer B. covert C. establish D. devoteSection BDirections:Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)In 2008,someone,or perhaps a group of people, using the name Satoshi Nakamoto published a paper to an online group that discussed cryptography(密码使用法),That paper described a process that would use cryptography to create a secure electronic cash system, now known as a cryptocurrency(加密货币).Person to person payments could be made online using a shared network of computers instead of a bank or other financial institution. Each deal could happen very quickly. The shared network of computers would also serve as the means to prove those deals safely. Getting rid of the need for a centralized banking system would open up the possibility for anyone to become part of the digital economy.Today, there are well over a thousand different cryptocurrencies. Most are still trying to be feasibleglobal payment systems like Bitcoin. They are held back by problems affecting the entire cryptocurrency industry.One issue is weak security on cryptocurrency websites where users either store their electronic cash in virtual “wallets” or exchange one kind of electronic cash for another. In recent years, clever thieves have broken into many of these websites and stolen electronic cash. The websites are struggling to protect their users from such thefts.Another problem is the large number of fake cryptocurrencies that are advertised on the internet. The advertisements invite internet users to visit websites offering new cryptocurrencies. Many visitors are persuaded by the websites to buy their cryptocurrencies using actual money. Later, the websites disappear along with the victims’ money. Later, the websites disappear along with the victims’ money. In response to this problem, companies like Facebook and Google are limiting cryptocurrency advertising on their websites.56. What does the article explain about Satoshi Nakamoto?A. Satoshi’s background in international banking and investmentB. Satoshi’s grave doubts about the true value of cryptocurrenciesC. Satoshi’s close partnership with suspicious financial instit utionsD. Satoshi’s contribution to the development of the digital economy57. According to this article, what is true about numerous cryptocurrency websites?A. They and their users have been robbed.B. They’ve revealed the identities of their users.C. They reward their users with cool prizes.D. They arrange recreational events for users.58. What does the article indicate about the cryptocurrency industry?A. It’s had to lay off lots of workers.B. It’s celebrating a profitable year.C. It’s facing some serious challenges.D. It’s set a very high moral standard.59. According to this article, why are Facebook and Google limiting cryptocurrency advertising?A. Few cryptocurrencies need to be marketed.B. They’ve created their own cry ptocurrency.C. They don’t listen to cryptocurrency fans.D. Too many cryptocurrencies aren’t real.(B)“Changing the world” might seem like an unrealistic goal. When faced with huge problems such as air pollution or energy shortages, where do you start?Taoyuan-based Gogoro believes you start with a scooter.60. Compared with other electric scooters, the Smartscooter ____________.A. can recharge itself in Gostations in megacitiesB. only needs to change batteries in GostationsC. wouldn’t need to be recharged at all in lifeD. can be recharged by its users in Gostations61. Gogoro scooters are popular and revolutionary mainly because ____________.A. their colors are chosen by a famous color designerB. their colors are different from those of othersC. it is a good way for people to consume energyD. it can help us solve the problem of energy short62. What can we conclude from the passage?A. The more megacities there are, the more GoStations may appear.B. GoStations will soon entirely take the place of traditional stations.C. People need not go to GoStations especially during peak hours.D. More megacities will appear throughout the world in the future.(C)With so many investments required of us to succeed - time, resources, talents, responsibilities, even finances for our retirement - it’s easy to lose sight of the most difficult investment of all to commit to ourselves.Getting to the point where you’re ready to start upgrading to you 2.0 isn’t easy. But it doesn’t mean dropping the b all everywhere else. It’s not about omissions, but admissions. Come clean with yourself to kick - start your personal growth.Unstuck starts with “u”No one purposely chooses to stop learning and growing again, it just kind of happens in a lot of daily responsibilities and life. And if it were easy to just kick it into gear(挡位)again, you would have already done it. But the truth is inescapable. If you want to get off that place to higher ground, it’s up to you and only you. No one will just hand you a steady stream of opportunities for growth.You’ve been working in your life, not on itActivity is often confused with acceleration(忙碌).I was guilty of this for years in working place - staying always busy but not admitting I was bored. I was lost in activity and not stepping back to take time to question what I wanted my life to be. Once I began working on my life - quitting corporate, becoming an entrepreneur, restructuring to my life - I started growing once again. And I’ve never been happier.Things aren’t happening to you, they’re happening for youA victim mentality(心态)is the enemy of personal growth. Lamenting over everything that has gone wrong in your life only wastes energy from working to make more things go right. If you want to kick-start growth, you must view setbacks as having a purpose, and then put them in their place. The past shouldn’t run or define you - only fuel you.The perfect time to start doesn’t existI had so many things that had to be just right before I could make my long-planned leap from corporate. I’d tell myself, “I’d love to go for it right now, but practically speaking.” Well, guess what? Practically is poison. It’s the convenient excuse stopping you from what you’re meant to become.It’s time to unplug others’ opinionsGrow where you want to grow. Learn what you want to learn. Wherever you are on the scale of what you want to learn next - be it beginner or near-expert own it, be proud of it. Pretenses are for pretenders. You’re just trying to become a better version of your genuine self.63. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A. If you want to succeed, you have to invest yourself first.B. Upgrading yourself is hard, but you still need to continue.C. Giving up upgrading yourself is just like dropping the ball.D. It’s a kind of responsibility to go on learning though it’s hard.64. The word lament in the last but 4 paragraphs most probably means ____________.A. to express sadness and feeling sorry about somethingB. to repeat what happens to you in the past of your lifeC. to show some regretful feeling or thought for your pastD. to recognize something that has gone wrong in the past65. According to the passage, we can infer that ____________.A. the busier you are, the happier and better you will beB. what happened shouldn’t prevent you, but protect youC. whoever you are ,just grow where you want to growD. how well you grow is actually decided by yourself66. How many aspects does the writer illustrate his idea on personal growth?A. 3.B. 7.C. 5.D. 6.Section CDirections: Read the passage carefully. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.A. A. Learning from your achievements and mistakes will set up for continued successB. B. The answers to these questions may help you develop resolutions for the next yearC. C. Whatever it is, if you don’t know what you goal is, you’re not likely to reach itD. D. And don’t neglect saying thank you to the people responsible for things on your listE. E. Then commit to following your plan to the endF. F. But reflecting on the past doesn’t mean being involved in your failuresAs 2019 draws to a close, it can be helpful to think about finishing what you have started. With that in mind, here are some thoughts on finishing projects and seasons well.Finishing projectsOne step to finishing a project comes near the beginning: define what it means for the project to be finished. This could mean getting an article published, submitting a report to your boss or teacher, or creating designs for a product. _________67_________ .In order to finish projects, you must also plan out the steps you will take. Break your big task into smaller ones, and give yourself a short-term deadline for each of them. _________68_________.Then when you do finish - celebrate! Take some time to enjoy your accomplishment and reward yourself for all your hard work. Also take some time to consider how the project when what you did well, and what needs improvement. _________69_________.Finishing the yearAs we come to the end of 2019,it’s good to take some time to pause and reflect on the past year. What goals did you reach or what have you learned? What would you like to do differently next year?While you’re thinking, consider things you’re thankful for them the year. You could make a list of12,one for each month, or 52,one for each week. Or just write down as many things as you can think of. This will help you end the year with a positive attitude._________70_________.If you made mistakes, recognize them and then move on. No one can change the past, but you can learn from it and create a new future.By finishing projects and years well, you can move toward your long-term goals and set yourself up for future triumphs.IV.Summary WritingDirections: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.Every culture has set rules about how people should act. Patterns of good behavior, or manners, show respect and care for others. Yet the details of how to express respect vary.Greeting people cheerfully is almost always considered polite. But it’s more important in some cultures than others. For example, when you enter a store in France, you should always greet the person working there. Other cultures also value greeting people. But of course the greetings vary as people speak different languages.When I was growing up in the United States, I once participated in a performance at my church. Afterward, someone gave me a compliment, but I felt like I had done a bad job. So I tried to refuse the compliment, saying, “No, I didn’t do that well.” My mother got my attention and told me that was very rude. Later I learned that refusing a compliment is accepted and even approved of in China.Some of the biggest cultural differences have to do with table manners. In North America, it’s polite to eat as quietly as possible. That means chewing with your mouth closed and not slurping(吃东西时发出的声音)your soup. The same goes for burping(打嗝).But in parts of Asia slurping shows that you are enjoying your meal. And burping is a sign of being full and content.There are also differences in how people eat across cultures. For example, in North America and Europe people use forks to bring food to their mouths. But in Thailand, a fork is only used to push food onto a spoon. In India and the Middle East, people eat with their hands. But eating with the left hand is forbidden. This is because the left hand is considered unclean.Yet there are also similar points across cultures. Saying “please” and “thank you,” for example, is almost always polite. If you show appreciation and try to follow local customs, people will generally respond well. Showing kindness can bring people together, no matter what culture they come from.V.TranslationDirections: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.72. 我们不惧风雨，也不畏任何险阻。

2019-2020学年上海市宝山中学高三英语二模试卷及参考答案

2019-2020学年上海市宝山中学高三英语二模试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ATop Music Festivals in 2021CoachellaSelling out fast every year, the Indio desert becomes a fashionable place where the coolest bands are watched by trendy people and celebrities. Near the top of everyone's bucket list of festivals, Coachella is a constant source of annual expectation and a hotbed for musical discussion.When &. where: April 9-11 &. 16-18, 2021; IndioUltra Music FestivalSeen as the ultimate gathering for electronic music fans across the nation and globe, the streets of Miami turn into a and bumping party with popular DJs playing what will be the sounds of summer.When & where: March 26-28, 2021; MiamiSouth By South WestRegarded as the ultimate trend-setter and launcher of careers, SXSW is an annual showcase of music, films and interactive highlights enjoyed through performances, showcases, talks, screenings and more. Virtually taking over the city of Austin, everyone in the world of music from fans to media flock here to discover the next big thing.When &, where: March 16-20, 2021; AustinThe Governors Ball Music FestivalAnother event which proves the music loving potential of Randall's Island Park is Governors Ball, an exciting and infectious mix of rock, hip-hop, electronic, pop and folk. Providing a variety of music and food tastes, whether you look to kick back and relax or dance to the beats, Governors Ball has what you want.When & where: June 11-14, 2021; New York1.Which music festival lasts the most days?A.CoachellaB.Ultra Music Festival.C.South By South WestD.The Governors Ball Music Festival.2.What is special about Ultra Music Festival?A.It's held in a park.B.It features electronic musicC.It's a gathering of popular DJs.D.It's the most popular in the country.3.Which city could you go if you love both music and movies?A.Indio.B.Miami.C.AustinD.New York.BDisease-carrying mosquitoes can spread diseases without affecting themselves. Nearly 700 million people get a mosquito-borne illness each year, which results in over one million deaths. Humans experience continuous pressures from disease-carrying mosquitoes in many parts of the world, so we have to find ways to fight against those insects because they keep getting scarier.Even though DEET remains the most commonly used, and most powerful, mosquito repellent ever developed, scientists are actively pursuing effective products based entirely on plant oils. While DEET is an effective contact repellent, many people dislike the oily feel and smell on their skin, and sometimes some people are sensitive to it. Consumers are always interested in alternatives to DEET and other synthetic repellents, so there are numerous natural repellents on the market.In his lab atIowaStateUniversity, Dr. Joel Coats and his team have successfully tested these repellents against three species of dangerous mosquitoes. The first group of the new repellents act through the air. These chemicals have a vapor action that provides protection, and they are called “spatial” repellents, since they act through space. These are potentially most useful in backyards, parks, and houses. The other group are the classic ones that stop insects from standing on a treated surface, such as human skin, clothing or tents; collaborators at the USDA-ARS and BioGents have conducted testing with humans to confirm the effectiveness and identify the very best ones.The new repellents were designed and made from the natural materials in plant essential oils. They maintain many of the advantages of the natural repellents: They are fully biodegradable, with no ecological concerns or environmental wastes, and generally considered safe like the thousands of types of plant essential oils used in the flavor and perfume industries. However, thorough testing will be conducted to determine if they are truly non-poisonous because there is still no enough evidence.4. What does the author mainly want to show in paragraph 1?A. The way mosquitoes spread disease.B. The high death rate of mosquito-borne illness.C. The difficulty of fighting disease-carrying mosquitoes.D. The urgency of finding tools to fight against mosquitoes.5. What is a disadvantage of DEET?A. It won’t be effective for long.B. It can’t be applied universally.C. It causes discomfort to the users.D. It greatly harms people’s health.6. What can we learn about the second group of the new repellents?A. They can kill mosquitoes indirectly.B. They are mainly used in the open air.C. They are more effective on human skin.D. They can prevent mosquitoes from contacting users.7. What’s the author’s attitude to the new repellents?A. Subjective.B. Objective.C. Doubtful.D. Disapproving.CBarred owls(大林鸮猫头鹰) are a large species native to eastern North America, but they began moving west at the start of the 20th century. By 1973,large numbers of barred owls had arrived in the western state ofWashington. Later they moved south intoOregonandCalifornia.In parts of thePacific Northwest, the owls are now believed to be causing a drop in the population of a smaller, less aggressive bird: the northern spotted owl. In many ways, the barred owl is the spotted owl's worst enemy. The barred owl has more babies per year and eats the same animals, like squirrels and wood rats. And their numbers are now larger in many parts of the spotted owl's traditional territory.David Wiens is a biologist with the U.S. Geological Survey, a federal agency that studies the Earth and its natural resources. He and other officials are doing something unusual to protect spotted owls: killing barred owls. It is a controversial, experimental program. More than 2,400 barred owls have already been shot.Wiens is the son of a well-known bird expert and grew up with the fascination for birds. He has mixed feelings about the program. "It's a little distasteful, I think, to go out killing barred owls to save another owl species," he says. But he adds, “We knew that barred owls were out competing spotted owls and their numbers were growing too fast."To catch barred owls, officials put digital bird callers on the ground. Then they step back and wait as several sounds from the devices fill the air. All of this happens in the dark of night. Barred owls dislike other birds in their territory, so they will fly down and chase other owls out. That is when Wiens and his team try to shoot them.8. What's the main problem with spotted owls?A. They are being starved to death.B. They have more babies each year.C. They are invaded by another bird.D. They are hunted by man.9. Why are barred owls being killed?A. They are eating the spotted owls.B. They are killing each other to survive.C. They are putting the spotted owls in danger.D. They are destroying large areas of forests.10. Why did the officials release the bird sounds?A. To kill barred owls.B. To puzzle barred owls.C. To protect barred owls.D. To frighten barred owls.11. What can be the best title for the text?A. Killing One Animal to Save Another.B. Keeping the Balance of Nature.C. Protecting Birds in Danger.D. Preventing Birds from Playing Fair.DThe regular world presented to us by our five senses — you could call it reality 1.0 — is not always the most user-friendly. We get lost in unfamiliar cities; we meet people whose language we don’t understand. So why not try the improved version: augmented reality（AR）or reality 2.0 ? AR technology adds computer-produced images on the real world via a mobile phone camera or special video glasses.Early forms of AR are already here — smart phones can deliver information about nearby ATMs and restaurants and other points of interest. But that’s just the beginning. A few years from now the quantity of information available will have increased hugely. You will not only see that there’s a Chinese restaurant on the next block, but you will be able to see the menu and read reviews of it.This is where the next revolution in computing will take place: in the interface（界面）between the real world and the information brought to us via the Internet. Imagine bubbles floating before your eyes, filled with cool information about anything and everything that you see in front of you.Let’s jump ahead to ten years from now. A person trying to fix a car won’t be reading a book with pictures; he will be wearing a device that projects animated 3D computer graphics onto the equipment under repair, labelling parts and giving step-by-step guidance.The window onto the AR world can be a smart phone or special video glasses. But in ten years’ time these will have been replaced by contact lenses(隐形眼镜) with tiny LEDs, which present something at a readable distance in front of eyes. So a deaf person wearing these lenses will be able to see what people are saying.The question is, while we are all absorbed in our new augmented reality world, how willwe be communicating with each other?12. What is the text mainly about?A. The relationship between reality 1.0 and reality 2.0.B. Different forms of the AR technology.C. The next information technology revolution.D. The popularity of the AR technology.13. Which of the following will AR technology support according to the text?A. To pay for things online conveniently.B. To play online games merrily.C. To offer information efficiently.D. To communicate with others socially.14. What are Contact lenses with tiny LEDs used for?A. Show texts and images.B. Protect people’s eyes.C. Help deaf people communicate.D. Replace smart phone.15. What’s the author’s attitude towards the AR technology?A. Indifferent.B. Critical.C. Concerned.D. Favourable.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。

上海市宝山区2020届高考英语二模试题含答案

上海市宝山区2020届高三高考二模英语试题II.Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections:After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.As entrepreneurs（创业者）,we had a vision, we realized it, and now we (21) (run) our own companies. But the dream can damage our “work-life balance.”When the success of the company rests on your shoulders, you’ve always got an excuse to put (22) else on hold.What I’ve learned (23) (face) the demands of start-up company and a young family over the past couple of decades is that sometimes the best way to solve the work-life balance problem is to think small. Make a handful of lifestyle corrections (24) , individually, may not sound all that exciting, but taken together can prevent you from getting too tried.Here’s my list of life hacks that will help prevent exhaustion:⚫Work from home one day a weekFew thing give you a more grounded, in-control feeling than getting things done in your own space and at your own pace. Instead of leaving the office (25) (clear) my head over a Starbucks coffee, I can fold the laundry, and cut back on evening h ousework.Not to mention, working is pajamas is one of life’s (26) (underestimate) pleasures.⚫Pencil in time for exerciseIt really bothered me (27) with the demands of company and family, my tennis game was going down the drain. That may sound unimportant, but it wasn’t to me,(28)it was a meaningful part of my life outside of work. To get some balance back in my life, I rearranged my schedule. Two mornings a week, I woke up an hour (29) (early) to work out with a tennis coach. If sports aren’t your thing, try yoga or that hobby that you always loved but let go of after starting your business.⚫Learn something new, outside the officeI t can draining to always be the person who’s supposed to have the answers as a business leader. It’s surprisingly liberating to be an on the other side, (30) (absorb) knowledge without the pressure to perform or to always be right.Section BDirections: After reading the passage below, fill in each blank with a proper word given in the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one more word than you need.A. wanderedB. wonderingC. benefitsD. breakthroughE. potentiallyF. playingG. checkedH. unfamiliarI. negativeJ. typicallyK. possibilitiesWhile I was jumping rope, my phone took a fall to the hardwood floor which created multiple cracks on my screen. However, the music kept 31 , so all as well - or so I thought.Thirty minutes later, I could see only one-tenth of my screen while the rest was pitch-black. The next morning, I decided not to go to the phone store for 24 hours, I felt a(n) 32 sense of calm that day, which led to my not going for one week. One week ended up becoming 60 days without my smart-phone.Here are three 33 I noticed and why you may want to consider a smart-phone d etox（戒除期）yourself:⚫You’ll become boredWhile in line at a Starbucks, I noticed how every individual had their head down, eyes fixed on their smart-phone. With nothing to distract myself with during the waiting period, I became bored, and my mind 34 through all sorts of topics.Boredom is 35 something we avoid at all costs. However, boredom is the perfect way to make a(n) 36 on a business idea or project. When you enter a state of boredom, ou allow your mind to relax and escape from the realities of today to the infinite 37 of tomorrow.⚫You’ll be able to dramatically reduce your “work” hoursA study found that adults ages 18 to 33 38 their smart-phones 85 times a day, or once every 10 minutes.As I learned during my experiment, placing some distance between myself and my device helped me fall into deep work more easily.By not having my smart-phone, my distraction time went down and thus my hours of work were spent more efficiently and effectively. On numerous occasions, I found myself 39 what to do with the afternoon since I had already completed my high-impact tasks for the day.⚫Your mental well-being will receive a boost（提高）Obviously, without a cellphone, I experienced a lack of 40 news and comments. While that helped cause a dramatic boost in my mental well-being, the biggest reason for it was truly connecting to people.III.Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B,C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the c ontext.As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? If you were like most children, you probably let your imagination run 41 . Maybe you dreamed of flying into space or being a famous chef. Then perhaps over the years, your dreams became more 42 . Or you might have given up on some altogether.If that’s the case, then today’s the day for you. January 13th is Make Your Dreams Come True Day. If you’ve been 43 fulfilling your dreams, this is the day to make a fresh start.It’s important to dream because dreams can give us the 44 to succeed in life. Dreams inspire and motivate us. The great thing about dreams is that there’s no 45 to accomplish them right away. They might take a few years or they might take a lifetime to 46 . The important thing is that you’re 47 working toward your dream. And the b est way to do that is by setting goals.What is the 48 between a dream and a goal? It’s been said that dreams are the final destination; goals are the stops along the way.Dreams can be very 49 . But the steps you take to reach them should be very 50 . Your dreams state what you want, but goals explain how you’ll get there. That makes goal seting a necessary step in 51 your dreams.Many successful people have spoken about dreams. Former U. S. Secretary of State Colin Powell stressed t he 52 of working for our dreams. “A dream doesn’t become reality through magic: it takes sweat, 53 and hard work. “Author Les Brown reminded us that dreams have no 54 limit. You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.If you’ve been dreaming about doing something for years, start today. Write down yourdream, and 55 your goals. Then you’ll be on your way to making your dreams come true.41. A. fast B. high C. well D. wild42. A. colorful B. amazing C. realistic D. attractive43. A. putting off B. taking off C. getting off D. paying off44. A. opportunity B. direction C. energy D. access45. A. pressure B. doubt C. sense D. need46. A. seek B. achieve C. explain D. design47. A. really B. almost C. always D. hardly48. A. concept B. similarity C. comparison D. difference49. A. unreal B. general C. changeable D. flexible50. A. specific B. abstract C. common D. complicated51. A. imaging B. avoiding C. reaching D. believing52. A. process B. benefit C. consequence D. importance53. A. blood B. determination C. intelligence D. loyalty54. A. age B. extra C. space D. normal55. A. transfer B. convert C. establish D. devoteSection BDirections: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage your have just read.(A)In 2008, someone, or perhaps a group of people, using the name Satoshi Nakamoto published a paper to an online group that discussed cryptography（密码使用法）. That paper described a process that would use cryptography to create a secure electronic cash system, now known as a cryptocurrency（加密货币）. Person to person payment could be made online using a shared network of computers instead of a bank or other financial institution. Each deal could happen very quickly. The shared network of computers would also serve as the means to prove those deals safely. Getting rid of the need for a centralized banking system would open up the possibility for anyone to become part of the digital economy.Today, there are well over a thousand different cryptocurrencies. Most are still trying to be feasible global payment system like Bitcoin. They are held back by problems affecting the entire cryptocurrency industry.One issue is weak security on cryptocurrency websites where users either store their electronic cash in virtual “wallets” or exchange one kind of electronic cash for another. In recent years, clever thieves have broken into many of these websites and stolen electronic cash. The websites are struggling to protect their users from such thefts.Another problem is the large number of fake cryptocurrencies that are advertised on the internet. The advertisements invite internet users to visit websites offering new cryptocurrencies. Many visitors are persuaded by the websites to buy their cryptocurrencies using actual money. Later, the webistes disappear along with the victims’ money. In response to this problem, companies like Facebook and Google are limiting cryptocurrency advertising on their websites.56.What does the article explain about Satoshi Nakamoto?A.Satoshi’s background in international baking and investmentB.Satoshi’s grave doubts about the true value of cryptocurrenciesC.Satoshi’s close partnership with suspicious financial institutionsD.Satoshi’s contribution to the development of the digital e conomy57.According to this article, what is true about numerous cryptocurrency webistes?A.They and their users have been robbed.B.They’ve revealed the identities of their users.C.They reward their users with coll prizes.D.They arrange recreational events for users.58.What does the article indicate about the cryptocurrency industry?A.It’s had to lay off lots of workers.B.It’s celebrating a profitable year.C.It’s facing some serious challenges.D.It’s set a very high moral standard.59.According to this article, why are Facebook and Google limiting cryptocurrency advertising?A.Few cryptocurrencies need to be marketed.B.They’ve created their own cryptocurrency.C.They didn’t listen to cryptocurrency fans.D.Too many cryptocurrecies aren’t real.(B)“Changing the world” might seem like an unrealistic goal. When faced with huge problems such as air pollution or energy shortages, where do you start? Taoyuan-based Gogoro believes you start with a scooter.Tomorrow’s energyGostations are AI - equipped. They track battery health to maximize each battery’s life. They recharge batteries during off-peak hours to reduce strain on the city’s power grid（输电网）. But they also learn when users usually visit and prioritize supplying charged batteries at those times. The fact of the matter is,cities are only getting bigger.There are already dozens of mega-citie（s特大城市）in the world, and there will only be more in the future. Gogoro’s dream is the transformation of mega-cities into smart cities, where power is plentiful and responbsible. They hope to be a big part of that transformation.pared with other electric scooters, the Smart-scooter .A.can recharge itself in Gostations in mega-citiesB.only needs to change batteries in GostationsC.wouldn’t need to be recharged at all in lifeD.can be recharged by its users in Gostations61.Gogoro scooters are popular and revolutionary mainly because .A.their colors are chosen by a famous color designerB.their colors are different from those of othersC.it is a good way for people to consume energyD.it an help us solve the problem of energy short62.What can we conclude from the passage?A.The more mega-cities there are, the more GoStations may a ppear.B.GoStations will soon entirely take the place of traditional stations.C.People need not go to GoStations especially during peak hours.D.More mega-cities will appear throughout the world in the future.(C)With so many investments required of us to succeed - time, resources, talents, responsibilities, even finances for our retirement - it’s easy to lose sight of the most difficul t investment of all to commit to : ourselves.Getting to the point where you’re ready to start upgrading to you 2.0 isn’t easy. But it doesn’t mean dropping the ball everywhere else. It’s not about omissions, but admissions. Come cleanwith yourself to kick-start your personal growth.Unstuck starts with “u”No one purposely chooses to stop learning and growing again, it just kind of happens in a lot of daily responsibilities and life. And if it were easy to just kick it into gear（档位）again, you would have already done it. But the truth is inescapable. If you want to get off that place to higher ground, it’s up to you and only you. No one will just hand you a steady stream of opportunities for growth.You’ve been working in your life, not on itActivity is often confused with acceleration（忙碌）. I was guilty of this for years in working place - staying always busy but not admitting I was bored. I was lost in activity and not steeping back to take time to question what I wanted my life to be. Once I began working on my life - quitting corporate, becoming an entrepreneur, restructuring to my life - I started growing once again. And I’ve never been happier.Things aren’t happening to you, they’re happening for youA victim mentality（心态）is the enemy of personal growth. Lamenting over everything that has gone wrong in your life only wastes energy from working to make more things go right. If you want to kick-start growth, you must view setbacks as having a purpose, and then put them in their place. The past shouldn’t run or define you - only fuel you.The perfect tim e to start doesn’t existI had so many things that had to be just right before I could make my long-planned leap from corporate. I’d tell myself, “I’d love to go for it right now, but practically speaking.” Well, guess what? Practicality is poison. It’s the convenient excuse stopping you from what you’re meant to become.It’s time to unplug others’ opinionsGrow where you want to grow. Learn what you want to learn. Wherever you are on the scale of hat you want to learn next - be it beginner or near - expert own it, be proud of it. Pretenses are for pretenders. You’re just trying to become a better version of your genuine self.63.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A.If you want to succeed, you have to invest yourself first.B.Upgrading yourself is hard, but you still need to continue.C.Giving up upgrading yourself is just like dropping the ball.D.It’s a kind of responsibility to go on learning though it’s hard.64.The word lament in the last but 4 paragraphs most probably means .A.to express sadness and feeling sorry about somethingB.to repeat what happens to you in the past of your lifeC.to show some regretful feeling or thought for our pastD.to recognize something that has gone wrong in the past65.According to the passage, we can infer that .A.the busier you are, the happier and better you will beB.what happened shouldn’t prevent you, but protect youC.whoever you are, just grow where you want to growD.how well you grow is actually decided by yourself66.How many aspects does the writer illustrate his idea on personal g rowth?A. 3B. 7C. 5D. 6Section CDirections: Complete the following passage by using the sentences in the box. Each sentence can only be used once. Note that there are two sentences more than you need.A.Learning from your achievements and mistakes will set you up for continued successB.The answers to these questions may help you develop resolutions for the next y earC.Whatever it is, if you don’t know what your goal is, you’re not likely to reach i tD.And don’t neglect saying thank you to the people responsible for things on your l istE.Then commit to following your plan to the endF.But reflecting on the past doesn’t mean being involved in your f ailuresAs 2019 draws to a close, it can be helpful to think about finishing what you have started. With that in mind, here are some thoughts on finishing projects and seasons well.Finishing projectsOne step to finishing a project comes near the beginning:define what it means for the project to be finished. This could mean getting an article published, submitting a report to your boss or teacher, or creating designs for a product. 67In order to finish projects, you must also plan out the steps you will take. Break your big task into smaller ones, and give yourself a short-term deadline for each of them. 68 .Then when you do finish - celebrate! Take some time to enjoy your accomplishment and reward yourself for all your hard work. Also take some time to consider how the project went what you did well, and what needs improvement. 69 .Finishing the yearAs we come to the end of 2019, it’s good to take some time to pause and reflect on the past year. What goals did you reach or what have you learned? What would you like to do differently next year?While you’re thinking, consider things you’re thankful for from the year. You could make a list of 12, one for each month, or 52, one for each week. Or just write down as many things as you can think of. This will help you end the year with a positive attitude.70 . If you make mistakes, recognize them and then move on. No one can change the past, but you can learn from it and create a new future.By finished projects and years well, you can move toward your long-term goals and set yourself up for future triumphs.IV.Summary Writing71.Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.Every culture has set rules about how people should act. Patterns of good behavior, or manners, show respect and care for others. Yet the details of how to express respect vary.Greeting people cheerfully is almost always cons idered polite. But it’s more important in some cultures than others. For example, when you enter a store in France, you should always greet the person working there. Other cultures also value greeting people. But of course the greetings vary as people speak different languages.When I was growing up in the United States, I once participated in a performance at my church. Afterward, someone gave me a compliment, but I felt like I had done a bad job. So I tried to refuse the compliment, saying, “No, I didn’t do that well.” My mother got my attention and told me that was very rude. Later I learned that refusing a compliment is accepted and even approvedof in China.Some of the biggest cultural differences have to do with table manners. In North America, it’s polite to eat as quietly as possible. That means chewing with your mouth closed and not slurping（吃东西时发出的声音）your soup. The same goes for burping（打嗝）. But in parts of Asia slurping shows that you are enjoying your meal. And burping is a sign of being full and content.There are also differences in how people eat across cultures. For example, in North America and Europe people use forks to bring food to their mouths. But in Thailand, a fork is only used to push food onto a spoon. In India and the Middle East, people eat with their hands. But eating with the left hand is forbidden. This is because the left hand is considered unclean.Yet there are also similar points across cultures. Saying “please” and “thank you”, for example, is almost always polite. If you show appreciation and try to follow local customs, people will generally respond well. Showing kindness can bring people together, no matter what culture they come from.V.TranslationDirections:Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.72.我们不惧风雨，也不畏任何险阻。

2020年华东师范大学宝山区实验学校高三英语二模试卷及参考答案

2020年华东师范大学宝山区实验学校高三英语二模试卷及参考答案第一部分阅读（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项ASome young people win attention because of their good looks or their singing ability. A much smaller number gain fame because they have done something important and worthwhile with their abilities. Rishab Jain is among the latter. In 2018, 13-year-oldRishab developed a way to use AI technology to help pancreatic(胰腺的) cancer patients and won the3MYoung Scientist Challenge, a nationwide middle-school science competition, and its $25,000 prize.In the last stage of the contest, Rishab competed againstnine other finalists at the 3M Innovation Center(创新中心) in St.Paul,Minnesota. Leading up to the big meet, each finalist had partnered with a scientist to further develop their inventions.Rishab explains what led him to create his invention. First,a family friend died of cancer. Then Rishab learned about how deadly pancreatic cancer is, and that its low survival rate is due to how difficult it is to treat. "I'm also into programming, so I was learning about AI technology. I decided to try to solve a real-world problem using it."His winnings have been put in further research and in his nonprofit Samyak Science Society, which helps poor children enter the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) education. Rishab is also raising awareness about pancreatic cancer. These efforts make him quite different from teenagers of his age. Considering becoming a biomedical engineer or a doctor一or both, he has also put some money aside to further his own learning. Almost certainly the doors of higher education will open wide to him before he even knocks.That's an outstanding outlook for one so young. Rashib is committed to helping very sick people in need. He is also providing teenagers of his age with a much-needed model of what kinds of things youth can achieve.1. What can we learn about the 3M Young Scientist Challenge in 2018?A. It was intended to solve medical problems.B. It was a nationwide AI competition for teenagers.C. It offered the finalists an opportunity to work with scientists.D. It allowed the finalists to learn AI technology in the 3M center.2. How did Rishab win the 3M Young Scientist Challenge?A.He showed excellent programming ability.B. He figured out the survival rate of pancreatic cancer.C. He introduced poor children to STEM education.D. He applied AI technology to treating pancreatic cancer.3. Which of the following best describes Rishab?A. Talented and caring.B. Independent and humorous.C. Responsible and patient.D. Polite and inspiring.B"Sorry, but I don't agree with you..."This is usually followed by unbearable silence and angry tears. I've always found it difficult to disagree with someone, because I don't want to lose a friend. I've found it even harder to accept it when someone disagrees with me, because my ego（自尊心）ishurt.Before the other person gets a chance to explain why she disagrees with me, my usual response would be," If you aren't able to see my point of view, then what you think isn't worth my time or consideration, either." But now I've come to realize that when a friend disagrees with me, sometimes she is simply saying, "I don't agree with the way things are done." She still respects me as a person, and is only pointing out a better way to look at a matter. However, there may be times when my friend disagrees with me because I'm against the truth. That's when need to listen to what she says.I've learned that one way to help my friend is for me to be open and honest with the other to voice my thoughts and listen to the other carefully. While we can't control how a person will respond to our views, we must learn to disagree with our friends in love. We will never feel that we are better than the other person.And that will help us to be less emotional, and more objective in the way we express our opinions.In the same way, we can also stay open to feedback（反馈）from others,knowing that our friends may be correcting us in love.Good friendships build each other up, sometimes through disagreements and honest opinions. Though I don't like being disagreed with, I'm starting to see the value of such disagreements.4. The author has found it difficult to disagree with someone because .A. he is a friendly personB. he usually hides his ideasC. he has no mind of his ownD. he wants to keep the friendship5. When a friend disagreed with him,the author used to .A. be unhappyB. argue with the friendC. break up with the friendD. explain things calmly6. The author will listen to a friend when .A. he is against the truthB. he doesn't tell the truthC. he is respected by a friendD. he does things in the wrong way7. What does the author mainly talk about in the text?A. How to keep friendship.B. How to avoid hurting a friend.C. How to express disagreements.D. How to deal with disagreements.CHow much do consumers care about the carbon footprint of the products they buy? Would they care more if the goods were labeled with emissions（排放物）data?Does it matter at which stage in the lifecycle of a product the carbon is emitted? Research published in the International Journal of Environmental Policy and Decision Making offers a way to find out．Study participants view a carbon footprint label as similar to labels that have appeared on some existing products．The label shows the carbon dioxide emissions connected with their production, transportation, usage and disposal（清理）, thus showing the buyer the likely effect on climate change of buying a particular product．In the first group of studies, the research team proved that carbon emissions and a carbon emissions label would indeed play a role in consumer product decisions, although not as great a role as price．In a second set of studies, the team found that emissions connected with usage were most important to consumers followed by the transportation and disposal stages．The carbon footprint of the producing process was considered less important to consumers than the other stages in the product's lifecycle because it is outside the consumer's control．That is, the participants felt they were less responsible for carbon emitted during producing process．Consumers value recycling a product, but the researchers found that, overall, the consumers would preferproducers to offset（补偿）carbon emissions rather than having toaddressthe problem directly themselves．Consumers are increasingly concerned with climate change problems, and already carbon labeling is appearing on some products．"We find that participantsnot only take the carbon label into account when making product decisions, but they want detailed information on the label," the researchers explain．They suggest that companies should prepare for how carbon emissions labels might affect future consumer choice．8. Which of the following most affects consumer's choice?A. Labels．B. Price．C Packaging． D. Carbon footprint．9. About the carbon dioxide emissions in the product's lifecycle, which stage do consumers care most?A. Usage stage．B. Transportation stage．C. Disposal stage．D. Producing stage．10. Which of the following can best replace the underlined word "address"?A. Look into．B. Point out．C. Deal with．D. Run into．11. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?A. Companies should take carbonemissions more seriously．B. All products have been labeled with carbon emissions data．C. Producers will attach less importance to carbon emissions labels．D. Products labeled with carbon emissions data will have poor sales．DI dropped out of college after my first year. Three years later, I returned to college after having been stuck in a dead-end job, working at a department store. I saw school as my way out. But I quickly found myself up against the same problems that had caused me to give up before. I was in over my head with college-level algebra (代数) and a heavy workload of reading and writing homework. In addition, I was still unsure of my career (职业) direction。

2020上海宝山高三英语二模试卷及答案

2020上海宝山高三英语二模试卷II. Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.As entrepreneurs（创业者）, we had a vision, we realized it, and now we (21) ________ (run) our own companies. But the dream can damage our “work-life balance.”When the success of the company rests on your shoulders, you’ve always got an excuse to put (22) ________ else on hold.What I’ve learned (23) ________ (face) the demands of start-up company and a young family over the past couple of decades is that sometimes the best way to solve the work-life balance problem is to think small. Make a handful of lifestyle corrections (24) ________, individually, may not sound all that exciting, but taken together can prevent you from getting too tried.Here’s my list of life hacks that will help prevent exhaustion:●Work from home one day a weekFew thing give you a more grounded, in-control feeling than getting things done in your own space and at your own pace. Instead of leaving the office (25) ________ (clear) my head over a Starbucks coffee, I can fold the laundry, and cut back on evening housework.Not to mention, working is pajamas is one of life’s (26) ________ (underestimate) pleasures.●Pencil in time for exerciseIt really bothered me (27) ________ with the demands of company and family, my tennis game was going down the drain. That may sound unimp ortant, but it wasn’t to me, (28) ________ it was a meaningful part of my life outside of work. To getsome balance back in my life, I rearranged my schedule. Two mornings a week, I woke up an hour (29) ________ (early) to work out with a tennis coach. If sports aren’t your thing, try yoga or that hobby that you always loved but let go of after starting your business.●Learn something new, outside the officeIt can draining to always be the person who’s supposed to have the answers as a business leader. It’s surprisingly liberating to be an on the other side, (30) ________ (absorb) knowledge without the pressure to perform or to always be right.Section BDirections:After reading the passage below, fill in each blank with a proper word given in the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one more word than you need.While I was jumping rope, my phone took a fall to the hardwood floor which created multiple cracks on my screen. However, the music kept __31__, so all as well - or so I thought.Thirty minutes later, I could see only one-tenth of my screen while the rest was pitch-black. The next morning, I decided not to go to the phone store for 24 hours, I felt a(n) __32__ sense of calm that day, which led to my not going for one week. One week ended up becoming 60 days without my smart-phone.Here are three __33__ I noticed and why you may want to consider a smart-phone detox（戒除期）yourself:●You’ll become boredWhile in line at a Starbucks, I noticed how every individual had their head down, eyes fixed on their smart-phone. With nothing to distract myself with during the waiting period, I became bored, and my mind __34__ through all sorts of topics.Boredom is __35__ something we avoid at all costs. However, boredom is the perfect way to make a(n) __36__ on a business idea or project. When you enter a state of boredom, ou allow your mind to relax and escape from the realities of today to the infinite __37__ of tomorrow.●You’ll be able to dramatically reduce your “work” hoursA study found that adults ages 18 to 33 __38__ their smart-phones 85 times a day, or once every 10 minutes.As I learned during my experiment, placing some distance between myself and my device helped me fall into deep work more easily.By not having my smart-phone, my distraction time went down and thus my hours of work were spent more efficiently and effectively. On numerous occasions, I found myself __39__ what to do with the afternoon since I had already completed my high-impact tasks for the day.●Your mental well-being will receive a boost（提高）Obviously, without a cellphone, I experienced a lack of __40__ news and comments. While that helped cause a dramatic boost in my mental well-being, the biggest reason for it was truly connecting to people.III. Reading ComprehensionSection ADirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? If you were like most children, you probably let your imagination run __41__. Maybe you dreamed of flying into space or being a famous chef. Then perhaps over the years, your dreams became more __42__. Or you might have given up on some altogether.If that’s the case, then today’s the day for you. January 13th is Make Your Dreams Come True Day. If you’ve been __43__ fulfilling your dreams, this is the day to make a fresh start.It’s important to dream because dreams can give u s the __44__ to succeed in life. Dreams inspire and motivate us. The great thing about dreams is that there’s no __45__ to accomplish them right away. They might take a few years or they might take a lifetime to __46__. The important thing is that you’re __47__ working toward your dream. And the best way to do that is by setting goals.What is the __48__ between a dream and a goal? It’s been said that dreams are the final destination; goals are the stops along the way.Dreams can be very __49__. But the steps you take to reach them should be very __50__. Your dreams state what you want, but goals explain how you’ll get there. That makes goal seting a necessary step in __51__ your dreams.Many successful people have spoken about dreams. Former U. S. Secretary of State Colin Powell stressed the __52__ of working for our dreams. “A dream doesn’t become reality through magic: it takes sweat, __53__ and hard work. “Author Les Brown reminded us that dreams have no __54__ limit. You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.If you’ve been dreaming about doing something for years, start today. Write down your dream, and __55__ your goals. Then you’ll be on your way to making your dreams come true.41. A. fast B. high C. well D. wild42. A. colorful B. amazing C. realistic D. attractive43. A. putting off B. taking off C. getting off D. paying off44. A. opportunity B. direction C. energy D. access45. A. pressure B. doubt C. sense D. need46. A. seek B. achieve C. explain D. design47. A. really B. almost C. always D. hardly48. A. concept B. similarity C. comparison D. difference49. A. unreal B. general C. changeable D. flexible50. A. specific B. abstract C. common D. complicated51. A. imaging B. avoiding C. reaching D. believing52. A. process B. benefit C. consequence D. importance53. A. blood B. determination C. intelligence D. loyalty54. A. age B. extra C. space D. normal55. A. transfer B. convert C. establish D. devoteSection BDirections: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage your have just read.(A)In 2008, someone, or perhaps a group of people, using the name Satoshi Nakamoto published a paper to an online group that discussed cryptography（密码使用法）. That paper described a process that would use cryptography to create a secure electronic cash system, now known as a cryptocurrency（加密货币）. Person to person payment could be made online using a shared network of computers instead of a bank or other financial institution. Each deal could happen very quickly. The shared network of computers would also serve as the means to prove those deals safely. Getting rid of the need for a centralized banking system would open up the possibility for anyone to become part of the digital economy.Today, there are well over a thousand different cryptocurrencies. Most are still trying to be feasible global payment system like Bitcoin. They are held back by problems affecting the entire cryptocurrency industry.One issue is weak security on cryptocurrency websites where users either store their electronic cash in virtual “wallets” or exchange one kind of electronic cash for another. In recent years, clever thieves have broken into many of these websites and stolen electronic cash. The websites are struggling to protect their users from such thefts.Another problem is the large number of fake cryptocurrencies that are advertised on the internet. The advertisements invite internet users to visit websites offering newcryptocurrencies. Many visitors are persuaded by the websites to buy their cryptocurrencies using actual money. Later, the webistes disappear along with the victims’ money. In response to this prob lem, companies like Facebook and Google are limiting cryptocurrency advertising on their websites.56. What does the article explain about Satoshi Nakamoto?A. Satoshi’s background in international baking and investmentB. Satoshi’s grave doubts about th e true value of cryptocurrenciesC. Satoshi’s close partnership with suspicious financial institutionsD. Satoshi’s contribution to the development of the digital economy57. According to this article, what is true about numerous cryptocurrency webistes?A. They and their users have been robbed.B. They’ve revealed the identities of their users.C. They reward their users with cool prizes.D. They arrange recreational events for users.58. What does the article indicate about the cryptocurrency industry?A. It’s had to lay off lots of workers.B. It’s celebrating a profitable year.C. It’s facing some serious challenges.D. It’s set a very high moral standard.59. According to this article, why are Facebook and Google limiting cryptocurrency advertising?A. Few cryptocurrencies need to be marketed.B. They’ve created their own cryptocurrency.C. They didn’t listen to cryptocurrency fans.D. Too many cryptocurreciesaren’t real.(B)“Changing the world” might seem like an unrealistic goal. When faced with huge problems such as air pollution or energy shortages, where do you start? Taoyuan-based Gogoro believes you start with a scooter.60. Compared with other electric scooters, the Smart-scooter ________.A. can recharge itself in Gostations in mega-citiesB. only needs to change batteries in GostationsC. wouldn’t need to be recharged at all in lifeD. can be recharged by its users in Gostations61. Gogoro scooters are popular and revolutionary mainly because ________.A. their colors are chosen by a famous color designerB. their colors are different from those of othersC. it is a good way for people to consume energyD. it an help us solve the problem of energy short62. What can we conclude from the passage?A. The more mega-cities there are, the more GoStations may appear.B. GoStations will soon entirely take the place of traditional stations.C. People need not go to GoStations especially during peak hours.D. More mega-cities will appear throughout the world in the future.(C)With so many investments required of us to succeed - time, resources, talents, responsibilities, even finances for our retirement - it’s easy to lose sight of the most difficult investment of all to commit to : ourselves.Getting to the point where you’re ready to start upgrading to you 2.0 isn’t easy. But it doesn’t mean dropping the ball everywhere else. It’s not about omissions, but admissions. Come clean with yourself to kick-start your personal growth.Unstuck starts with “u”No one purposely chooses to stop learning and growing again, it just kind of happens in a lot of daily responsibilities and life. And if it were easy to just kick it into gear（档位）again, you would have already done it. But the truth is inescapable. If you want to get off that place to higher ground, it’s up to you and only you. No one will just hand you a steady stream of opportunities for growth.You’ve been working in your life, not on itActivity is often confused with acceleration（忙碌）. I was guilty of this for years in working place - staying always busy but not admitting I was bored. I was lost in activity and not steeping back to take time to question what I wanted my life to be. Once I began working on my life - quitting corporate, becoming an entrepreneur, restructuring to my life - I started growing once again. And I’ve never been happier.Things aren’t happening to you, they’re happening for youA victim mentality（心态）is the enemy of personal growth. Lamenting over everything that has gone wrong in your life only wastes energy from working to make more things go right. If you want to kick-start growth, you must view setbacks as having a purpose, and then put them in their place. The past shouldn’t run or define you - only fuel you.The perfect time to start doesn’t existI had so many things that had to be just right before I could make my long-planned leap from corporate. I’d tell myself, “I’d love to go for it right now, but practically speaking.” Well, guess what? Practicality is poison. It’s the convenient excuse stop ping you from what you’re meant to become.It’s time to unplug others’ opinionsGrow where you want to grow. Learn what you want to learn. Wherever you are on the scale of hat you want to learn next - be it beginner or near - expert own it, be proud of i t. Pretenses are for pretenders. You’re just trying to become a better version of your genuine self.63. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A. If you want to succeed, you have to invest yourself first.B. Upgrading yourself is hard, but you still need to continue.C. Giving up upgrading yourself is just like dropping the ball.D. It’s a kind of responsibility to go on learning though it’s hard.64. The word lament in the last but 4 paragraphs most probably means ________.A. to express sadness and feeling sorry about somethingB. to repeat what happens to you in the past of your lifeC. to show some regretful feeling or thought for our pastD. to recognize something that has gone wrong in the past65. According to the passage, we can infer that ________.A. the busier you are, the happier and better you will beB. what happened shouldn’t prevent you, but protect youC. whoever you are, just grow where you want to growD. how well you grow is actually decided by yourself66. How many aspects does the writer illustrate his idea on personal growth?A. 3B. 7C. 5D. 6Section CDirections: Complete the following passage by using the sentences in the box. Each sentence can only be used once. Note that there are two sentences more than you need.As 2019 draws to a close, it can be helpful to think about finishing what you have started. With that in mind, here are some thoughts on finishing projects and seasonswell.Finishing projectsOne step to finishing a project comes near the beginning:define what it means for the project to be finished. This could mean getting an article published, submitting a report to your boss or teacher, or creating designs for a product. _______67________ In order to finish projects, you must also plan out the steps you will take. Break your big task into smaller ones, and give yourself a short-term deadline for each of them. ________68_______.Then when you do finish - celebrate! Take some time to enjoy your accomplishment and reward yourself for all your hard work. Also take some time to consider how the project went what you did well, and what needs improvement. ________69_______.Finishing the yearAs we come to the end of 2019, it’s good to take some time to pause and reflect on the past year. What goals did you reach or what have you learned? What would you like to do differently next year?While you’re thinking, consider things you’re thankful for from the year. You could make a list of 12, one for each month, or 52, one for each week. Or just write down as many things as you can think of. This will help you end the year with a positive attitude._____70_____. If you make mistakes, recognize them and then move on. No one can change the past, but you can learn from it and create a new future.By finished projects and years well, you can move toward your long-term goals and set yourself up for future triumphs.IV. Summary Writing71. Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.Every culture has set rules about how people should act. Patterns of goodbehavior, or manners, show respect and care for others. Yet the details of how to express respect vary.Greeting people cheerfully is almost always considered polite. But it’s more important in some cultures than others. For example, when you enter a store in France, you should always greet the person working there. Other cultures also value greeting people. But of course the greetings vary as people speak different languages.When I was growing up in the United States, I once participated in a performance at my church. Afterward, someone gave me a compliment, but I felt like I had done a bad job. So I tried to refuse the compliment, saying, “No, I didn’t do that well.” My mother got my attention and told me that was very rude. Later I learned that refusing a compliment is accepted and even approved of in China.Some of the biggest cultural differences have to do with table manners. In North America, it’s polite to eat as quietly as possible. That means chewing with your mouth closed and not slurping（吃东西时发出的声音）your soup. The same goes for burping （打嗝）. But in parts of Asia slurping shows that you are enjoying your meal. And burping is a sign of being full and content.There are also differences in how people eat across cultures. For example, in North America and Europe people use forks to bring food to their mouths. But in Thailand, a fork is only used to push food onto a spoon. In India and the Middle East, people eat with their hands. But eating with the left hand is forbidden. This is because the left hand is considered unclean.Yet there are also similar points across cultures. Saying “please” and “thank you”, for example, is almost always polite. If you show appreciation and try to follow local customs, people will generally respond well. Showing kindness can bring people together, no matter what culture they come from.V. TranslationDirections:Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.72. 我们不惧风雨，也不畏任何险阻。

2019-2020学年上海市宝山区高三二模英语试卷(精校Word版含答案)

2019-2020学年宝山区高三二模英语试卷（精校Word版含答案）I.Listening ComprehensionSection ADirections:In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. A visa officer. B. An interviewer. C. A student. D. A manager.2. A. In a factory. B. At an airport. C. In a post office. D. In a cafe.3. A. She enjoys traveling this summer vacation.B. She had an unpleasant experience in Sydney.C. She is considering whether to travel abroad.D. She speaks highly of her experience last year.4. A. Wait till the end of the year.B. Walk to his workplace.C. Take public transportation.D. Buy the car right now.5. A. A gift. B. A trip. C. A job. D. A visit.6. A.The man is said to be a vegetarian.B.The man dislikes American food.C.The man has got used to American food.D.The man is ill because of American food.7. A. Doubtful. B. Upset. C. Disappointed. D. Annoyed.8. A. Manager and secretary. B. Doctor and patient.C. Employer and employee.D. Teacher and student.9. A. She will probably go to see a doctor right away.B. She has refused to take medicine for her throat.C. She’d better avoid speaking even in a low voice.D. She can’t make herself understood when whispering.10. A. The woman doesn’t like to drink cof fee in any ease.B. The woman drinks coffee just to prepare for finals.C. The man doesn’t drink coffee when meeting people.D. The man drinks coffee when making more products.Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation, and you will be asked several questions on each of the passages and the conversation. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions:11through 13 are based on the following passage.11. A. Because a monthly fee has to be paid.B. Because it goes wrong on hot, sunny days.C. Because it’s hard and expensive to be installed.D. Because it often makes us confused when used.12. A. It’s a dream that will come true sooner or later.B. It’s a new and good way to track your vehicle.C. It’s a regular device that works with a smartphone.D. It’s a tracking device that is changing our life greatly.13. A. Efficient but expensive.B. Innovative but time-consuming.C. Free but hard to install.D. Small but user-friendly.Questions:14through 16 are based on the following passage.14. A. 3% B. 15% C. About 18% D. Over 30%15. A. British senior managers B. Patients in mental hospital.C. Prime ministersD. American presidents16. A. Factors of affecting people’s success.B. Importance of keeping emotional health.C. Encouraging children to have ambitions.D. Relationships between hardship and success.Questions:17through 20 are based on the following passage.17.A. Because he thought smoking would do good to his heart.B. Because he didn't believe smoking would be that harmful.C. Because he thought smoking could help him feel relaxed.D. Because he believed smoking could make him (eel excited.18.A. Air pollution. B. Smoke. C. Secondhand smoke. D. Thirdhand smoke.19.A. Because the government hasn’t taken any effective measures to stop smoking.B. Because each year many children's death is connected with secondhand smoke.C. Because smoking and secondhand smoke do more harm to children than adults.D. Because the government has passed the relevant law to prevent from smoking.20.A. The smell of tobacco smoke left on things such as clothes, furniture and so on.B. The tobacco smoke accidentally caused by the third person who smokes nearby.C. The poisonous chemicals released from things like clothes, furniture and so on.D. The poisonous chemicals from tobacco smoke left on things like clothes etc.【答案】1-10 CCBDA BADCB 11-13 ABD 14-16 DAD 17－20 CABD1. W: Let me see your papers please.M: OK. Here is my visa application and my acceptance letter from Yale's undergraduate department.Q: What is the man?2. M: How long will it take for this parcel to reach Paris?W: How would you like it mailed?Q: Where does this conversation most probably take place?3. M: I know you are keen on travelling. What do you plan to do this summer vacation?W: Considering the experience I had in Sydney last year, I prefer to stay at home.Q: What does the woman imply?4. W: If you waited till the end of this year, you would have the car for less.M: I know. But my workplace is inaccessible by bus and I can't afford to lose my new job.Q: What will the man probably do?5. M: Do you have time to hang out with me? I want to get something for Mr. Smith's family.W: Do you have anything in mind?Q: What are the man and the woman discussing?6. W: It's supper time. Let's get something to eat. By the way, have you adapted to the food here?M: I think American food is all beef and potatoes and pizza. I'm a little sick of it.Q: What can we learn about the man?7. W: So would you like to be my partner in the project?M: Sure. I just can't believe you still want to work with me after I messed up last time.Q: How does the man feel about the woman's invitation?8. W: I'm a bit concerned about my grades, Mr. Smith.M: But you are getting straight A's, aren't you? That's among the top five in the class.Q: What's the probable relationship between the two speakers?9. W: Emily's voice sounds awful. I could barely hear her.M: Yes. She's got a terrible sore throat. The doctor said she shouldn't even attempt to whisper.Q: What can we learn about Emily from the conversation?10. W: I really can't understand why you drink coffee every day. I just take it when I stay up late for finals.M: I drink it for refreshment and to improve my productivity. More than that, I drink it for socialization, such as business negotiation.Q: What can we learn from the conversation?Have you ever lost your car in a parking lot? It happens. You park and go shopping. When you get back, you don't have a clue where your car is. Then you start wandering around clicking the panic button on your car keys so the alarm goes off. It can be frustrating, especially on a hot, sunny day.Do you need to install an expensive GPS system to keep track of your car? No. That's too expensive. Plus, you would need to pay a monthly fee just to use it. But now there is a way to track your vehicle without spending a coin.A California-based startup company was able to make this a reality. They created a tiny device that works with your smartphone, and it could be exactly what you're looking for! It's a tracking device the size of a quarter. It's changing the way we keep track of the important things in our lives.It's easy! Install the free TrackR app on your smartphone, connect the app to your device and you're ready to go! Simply attach TrackR to whatever you want to keep labels on. The entire process of setting it up only takes 5 minutes or less. You can attach it to your keys, briefcase wallet, your latest tech devices and anything else you don't want to lose. Then use the TrackR app to locate your missing item in seconds.Questions11. Why isn't a GPS system a good way to track your car?12. What do we know about TrackR from the passage?13. What can be used to describe TrackR?In raising clever kids, there are exceptions. It's maltreatment that seems to fuel exceptional achievement more than anything. It's not a gene that enables it - it's great difficulty. For instance, one in three exceptional achievers in all fields that have been studied lost a parent before the age of 15 (compared with 18% before modern medicine). That applies equally to prime ministers, American presidents, British business people and exceptional writers. These people are driven by the pain of loss.Of course, exceptional success does require exceptionally hard work. Staying comfortable is not the way. It creates needy, hungry and lonely adults. Emotional grief leads to exceptional achievers. British senior managers are actually more likely to be self-centered than patients in mental hospitals. It's the same in the arts.If you really care a lot about having an exceptional child, you should ensure that your children love you and you love them. By all means have ambitions for them. A child whose parents have no ambition is emotionally neglected, but if they are going to be emotionally healthy and exceptional achievers, ambitions really come from them.Questions:14. Among exceptionally successful people, what percentage of them lose a parent before the age of 15?15. Which of the following are more likely to be self-centered according to the passage?16. What is the passage mainly talking about?Brent: Hello, Alison.Alison: Hi, Brent. You look great! Are you on a diet?Brent: No, but I am getting more exercise. And I did quit smoking recently.Alison: Quit smoking? I thought you said smoking helped relieve your stress.Brent: It did at first. But after I became more aware of the harmful effects of smoking, my perspective changed.Alison: It must have been something pretty serious.Brent: It was. I've been smoking for years, but last month I started coughing really badly.Alison: That's scary. It's true that smoking can cause lung cancer, heart disease and other diseases.Brent: I had read about that stuff and didn't think it applied to me until I got that cough. Then I realized I should take it seriously.Alison: And now that you've quit, the people around you won't be affected by secondhand smoke.Brent: I know! Recently, I've been on my friend's case to quit smoking now that she's pregnant.Alison: That's very dangerous. The baby could get asthma which will affect its entire life.Brent: I read a report by the World Health Organization (WHO) that said a top cause of death for children under the age of five is air pollution. Much of that is from secondhand smoke.Alison: Oh, what else?Brent: The report also said that secondhand smoke and air pollution result in about 570,000 child deaths around the world each year. The true harm of tobacco smoke is that it is a silent killer. Have you ever heard of thirdhand smoke?Alison: You mean the poisonous chemicals from tobacco smoke that are left on things like clothes and furniture? Brent: Exactly. So there's really no avoiding the poisons left behind by smoking.Alison: Even using a fan or air conditioner can't get rid of the remains. The poison remains on surfaces for at least six months and is especially dangerous for babies and young children.Brent: I used to think smoking was just a matter of personal choice. But obviously there are more things to consider.Alison: I can imagine quitting smoking wasn't easy. But you made the right choice. Good for you.17. Why hadn't Brent intended to give up smoking?18. What is the main reason of death for children under the age of five according to a report ?19. Why did Brent say tobacco smoke is a silent killer?20. What does third-hand smoke mean according to the conversation?II. Grammar and Vocabulary (20分)Section ADirections: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.As entrepreneurs (创业者).we had a vision, we realized it, and now we (21)_____(run) our own companies. But the dream can damage our “work-life balance".When the success of the company rests on your shoulders, you've always got an excuse to put (22)_____ else on hold.What I’ve learned (23)_____(face) the demands of a start-up company and a young family over the pastcouple of decades is that sometimes the best way to solve the work-life balance problem is to think small. Make a handful of lifestyle corrections (24)_____, individually, may not sound all that exciting, but taken together, can prevent you from getting too tired.Here's my list of life hacks that will help prevent exhaustion:• Work from home one day a weekFew things give you a more grounded, in-control feeling than getting things done in your own space and at your own pace. Instead of leaving the office (25)_____ (clear) my head over a Starbucks coffee, I can fold the laundry, and cut back on evening housework.Not to mention, working in pajamas is one of life’s (26)_____ (underestimate) pleasures.• Pencil in time for exerciseIt really bothered me (27)_____ with the demands of company and family, my tennis game was going down the drain. That may sound unimportant, but it wasn't to me, (28)_____ it was a meaningful part of my life outside of work. To get some balance back in my life, I rearranged my schedule. Two mornings a week, I woke up an hour (29)_____ (early) to work out with a tennis coach. If sports aren't your thing, try yoga or that hobby that you always loved but let go of after starting your business.• Learn something new, outside the officeIt can be draining to always be the person who's supposed to have the answers as a business leader. It's surprisingly liberating to be on the other side, (30)_____ (absorb) knowledge without the pressure to perform or to always be right.【答案】21.are running 22. everything 23. facing 24. that 25.to clear26. underestimated 27. that 28. because 29. earlier 30. absorbingSection B (10分)Directions: Complete the passage with the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.While I was jumping rope, my phone took a fall to the hardwood floor which created multiple cracks on my screen. However, the music kept (31)_____, so all as well —or so 1 thought.Thirty minutes later. I could see only one-tenth of my screen while the rest was pitch-black. The next morning, I decided not to go to the phone store for 24 hours, 1 felt a(n) (32)_____ sense of calm that day, which led to my not going for one week. One week ended up becoming 60 days without my smartphone.Here arc three (33)_____ I noticed and why you may want to consider a smartphone detox (戒除期)yourself:• You'll become boredWhile in line at a Starbucks, I noticed how every individual had their head down, eyes fixed on their smartphone. With nothing to distract myself with during the waiting period, I became bored, and my mind (34)_____ through all sorts of topics.Boredom is (35)_____ something we avoid at all costs. However, boredom is the perfect way to make a(n) (36)_____ on a business idea or project. When you enter a state of boredom, you allow your mind to relax and escape from the realities of today to the infinite (37)_____ of tomorrow.• You'll be able to dramatically reduce your "work" hoursA study found that adults ages 18 to 33 (38)_____ their smartphones 85 times a day, or once every 10 minutes.As I learned during my experiment, placing some distance between myself and my device helped me fall into deep work more easily.By not having my smartphone, my distraction time went down and thus my hours of work were spent more efficiently and effectively. On numerous occasions, I found myself (39)_____ what to do with the afternoon since I had already completed my high-impact tasks for the day.• Your mental well-being will receive a boost (提髙)Obviously, without a cellphone, I experienced a lack of (40)_____ news and comments. While that helped cause a dramatic boost in my mental well-being, the biggest reason for it was truly connecting to people.【答案】31-35 FHCAJ 36-40 DKGBIIII. Reading Comprehension (45 分）Section ADirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word of phrase that best fits the context.As a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? If you were like most children, you probably let your imagination run (41)______. Maybe you dreamed of flying into space or being a famous chef. Then perhaps over the years, your dreams became more (42)______. Or you might have given up on some altogether.If that’s the case, then today’s the day for you. January 13th is Make Your Dreams Come True Day. If you’ve been (43)______ fulfilling your dreams, this is the day to make a fresh start.It’s important to dream because dreams can give us the (44)______ to succeed in life. Dreams inspire and motivate us. The great thing about dreams is that there's no (45)______ to accomplish them right away. They might take a few years or they might take a lifetime to (46)______ . The important thing is that you’re (47)______ working toward your dream. And the best way to do that is by setting goals.What is the (48)______ between a dream and a goal? It’s been said that dreams arc the final destination; goals are the stops along the way.Dreams can be very (49)______. But the steps you take to reach them should be very (50)______.Your dreams state what you wa nt, but goals explain how you’ll get there. That makes goal setting a necessary step in (51)______your dreams.Many successful people have spoken about dreams. Former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell stressed the(52)______ of working for your dreams. “A dream doesn’t become reality through magic: it takes sweat,(53)______ and hard work.” Author Les Brown reminded us that dreams have no (54)______ limit. You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.If you’ve been dreaming about d oing something for years, start today. Write down your dream, and (55)______ your goals. Then you’ll be on your way to making your dreams come true.41. A. fast B. high C. well D. wild42. A. colorful B. amazing C. realistic D. attractive43. A. putting off B. taking off C. getting off D. paying off44.A. opportunity B. direction C. energy D. access45. A. pressure B. doubt C. sense D. need46. A. seek B. achieve C. explain D. design47. A. really B. almost C. always D. hardly48. A. concept B. similarity C. comparison D. difference49. A. unreal B. general C. changeable D. flexible50. A. specific B. abstract C. common D. complicated51. A. imaging B. avoiding C. reaching D. believing52. A. process B. benefit C. consequence D. importance53. A. blood B. determination C. intelligence D. loyalty54. A. age B. extra C. space D. normal55. A. transfer B. convert C. establish D. devote【答案】41-45 DCACA 46-50 BCDBA 51-55 CDBACSection BDirections: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.(A)In 2008, someone, or perhaps a group of people, using the name Satoshi Nakamoto published a paper to an online group that discussed cryptography（密码使用法）. That paper described a process that would use cryptography to create a secure electronic cash system, now known as a cryptocurrency（加密货币）. Person to person payment could be made online using a shared network of computers instead of a bank or other financial institution. Each deal could happen very quickly. The shared network of computers would also serve as the means to prove those deals safely. Getting rid of the need for a centralized banking system would open up the possibility for anyone to become part of the digital economy.Today, there are well over a thousand different cryptocurrencies. Most are still trying to be feasible global payment system like Bitcoin. They are held back by problems affecting the entire cryptocurrency industry.One issue is weak security on cryptocurrency websites where users either store their electronic cash in virtual “wallets” or exchange one kind of electronic cash for another. In recent years, clever thieves have broken into many of these websites and stolen electronic cash. The websites are struggling to protect their users from such thefts.Another problem is the large number of fake cryptocurrencies that are advertised on the internet. The advertisements invite internet users to visit websites offering new cryptocurrencies. Many visitors are persuaded by the websites to buy their cryptocurrencies using actual money. Later, the websites disappear along with the victims’ money. In response to this problem, companies like Facebook and Google are limiting cryptocurrency advertising on their websites.56. What does the article explain about Satoshi Nakamoto?A. Sato shi’s background in international baking and investmentB. Satoshi’s grave doubts about the true value of cryptocurrenciesC. Satoshi’s close partnership with suspicious financial institutionsD. Satoshi’s contribution to the development of the digital eco nomy57. According to this article, what is true about numerous cryptocurrency webistes?A. They and their users have been robbed.B. They’ve revealed the identities of their users.C. They reward their users with cool prizes.D. They arrange recreational events for users.58. What does the article indicate about the cryptocurrency industry?A. It’s had to lay off lots of workers.B. It’s celebrating a profitable year.C. It’s facing some serious challenges.D. It’s set a very high moral standard.59. According to this article, why are Facebook and Google limiting cryptocurrency advertising?A. Few cryptocurrencies need to be marketed.B. They’ve created their own cryptocurrency.C. They didn’t listen to cryptocurrency fans.D. Too many cryptocurrecies aren’t real.【答案】56.D 57.A 58.C 59.D(B)“Changing the world” might seem like an unrealistic goal. When faced with huge problems such as air pollution or energy shortages, where do you start? Taoyuan-based Gogoro believes you start with a scooter.Proof of conceptIn 2015, Gogoro broke onto the scene by releasing an electric scooter called the Smart-scooter. Unlike most electric scooters. This one wouldn’t need to plugged in to recharge. Instead, users would stop by GoStations to exchange drained batteries for fully charged ones.Gogoro was taking a risk. If people were not happy with the system of changing batteries the whole project could fail. They didn’t need to worry, though. Only one year later Gogoro sold their 10,000th Smart-scooter! Setting the barFast forward to 2019 and the release of the Series 3 Smart-scooter. Gogoro scooters are as popular and revolutionary as ever. Their bright colors are chosen by Beatrice Santiccioli, a famous color designer who helped shape major brands like Apple, Nike and Swatch. In addition to the scooters’ bright colors, plenty of cool accessories（配件）are available so you can make your scooter your own. But most important of all, Gogoro continues to pave the way toward a future of responsible energy consumption.Looking forwardMultiple cities and countries have committed to making their transportation all-electric in the coming years, and Gogoro is helping make the possible. Ordered a package? Companies like DHL and Taiwan Post now have fleets of Smart-scooters to make deliveries. Need a ride? Unlock a Gogoro in Beilin, Paris or Madrid, thanks to scooter sharing services.The Smart-scooters s definitely ingenious, but there’s more “At Gogoro, I think the essential thing is that we want to change how people use energy. And the Smart-scooters is only the beginning.” says Horace Luke, Gogoro co-founder and CEO. This is where the GoStation comes in.Tomorrow’s energyGostations are AI-equipped. They track battery health to maximize each battery’s life. They recharge batteries during off-peak hours to reduce strain on the city’s power grid（输电网）. But they also learn when users usually visit and prioritize supplying charged batteries at those times. The fact of the matter is, cities are only getting bigger. There are already dozens of mega-cities（特大城市）in the world, and there will only be more in the future. Gogoro’s dream is the transformation of mega-cities into smart cities, where power is plentiful and responsible. They hope to be a big part of that transformation.60. Compared with other electric scooters, the Smart-scooter ________.A. can recharge itself in Gostations in mega-citiesB. only needs to change batteries in GostationsC. wouldn’t need to be recharged at all in lifeD. can be recharged by its users in Gostations61. Gogoro scooters are popular and revolutionary mainly because ________.A. their colors are chosen by a famous color designerB. their colors are different from those of othersC. it is a good way for people to consume energyD. it can help us solve the problem of energy short62. What can we conclude from the passage?A. The more mega-cities there are, the more GoStations may appear.B. GoStations will soon entirely take the place of traditional stations.C. People need not go to GoStations especially during peak hours.D. More mega-cities will appear throughout the world in the future.【答案】60．B 61.C 62.A(C)With so many investments required of us to succeed - time, resources, talents, responsibilities, even finances for our retirement - i t’s easy to lose sight of the most difficult investment of all to commit to: ourselves.Getting to the point where you're ready to start upgrading to you 2.0 isn't easy. But it doesn’t mean dropping the ball everywhere else. It's not about omissions, but admissions. Come clean with yourself to kick---start your personal growth.Unstuck starts with “u”No one purposely chooses to stop learning and growing again, it just kind of happens in a lot of daily responsibilities and life. And if it were easy to just kick it into gear (挡位)again, you would have already done it. But the truth is inescapable. If you want to get off that place to higher ground, it's up to you and only you. No one will just hand you a steady stream of opportunities for growth.You’ve been working in your life, not on itActivity is often confused with acceleration（忙碌).I was guilty of this for years in working place - staying always busy but not admitting I was bored.I was lost in activity and not stepping back to lake time to question what I wanted my life to be. Once 1 began working on my life - quitting corporate, becoming an entrepreneur, restructuring to my life - 1 started growing once again. And I’ve never been happier.Things aren’t happening to you, they're happening for youA victim mentality（心态）is the enemy of growth. Lamenting over everything that has gone wrong in your life only wastes energy from working to make more things go right. If you want to kick-start growth, you must view setbacks as having a purpose, and then put them in their place. The past shouldn't run or define you. Only fuel you.The perfect time to start doesn't existI had so many things that had to be just right before I could make my long-planned leap from corporate. I'd tell myself. “I’d love to go for it right now, but practically speaking." Well, guess what? Practically is poison. It’s the convenient excuse stopping you from what you're meant to become.It's time to unplug others’ opinionsGrow where you want to grow. Learn what you want to learn. Wherever you are on the scale of what you want to learn next - be it beginner or near-expert own it, be proud of it. Pretenses are for pretenders. You're just trying to become a better version of your genuine self.63.Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A. If you want to succeed, you have to invest yourself first.。

2020年上海市宝山中学高三英语二模试卷及答案

2020年上海市宝山中学高三英语二模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ATop Four MarathonsPortland MarathonThe marathon welcomes 8 000 people every fall. It’s a great event for first-timers because everyone is cheered on with enthusiasm no matter how long it takes to cross the finish line. The time limit for the full marathon is now at a pace of minutes per mile, or 6 hours and 33 minutes, but in the past it had an open time limit. They promise you’ll still receive your medal if you fall behind the pace, but you have to finish using the sidewalks.TCS New York City MarathonAs the world’s biggest marathon, the TCS New York City Marathon attracts over 50,000 people to the Big Apple each November. The time limit is generous eight and a half hours, but participants must move to the sidewalk if they drop below 15-minute mile.The famous course snakes through five boroughs (行政区) of the city and crosses five bridges to end in Central Park.Honolulo MarathonThe marathon attracts over 30,000 participants each December. The race starts on Ala Moana Boulevard in downtown Honolulu and snakes its way along the breathtaking Hawaiian coastline to the finish line in Kapiolani Park. The start time is at 5: 00 am with finish line services officially open until 2: 00 pm. However, the organizers allow everyone to finish and have waiters on hand until 4: 00 pm.Boston MarathonThe marathon is held in May every year. For this event running isn’t allowed as the city streets aren’t closed off. Participants must instead make their way along sidewalks under the guidance of event organizers and city police. The event attracts over 8,000 people who can choose anything from three-mile walk to the full 26.2-mile Boston Marathon route.1.Where is a new marathon runner most likely to receive enthusiastic cheers?A.In Portland.B.In New York.C.In Honolulu.D.In Boston.2.What can we know about TCS New York City Marathon?A.It is extremely popular.B.It has an open time limit.C.It starts and ends in a park.D.It forbids using the sidewalk.3.Which marathon is held the earliest in a year?A.Portland Marathon.B.TCS New York City Marathon.C.Boston Marathon.D.Honolulu Marathon.BElizabeth Bishop is considered one of the best American poets of the 20th century. She was born in Worcester, Massachusetts in 1911. Her dad died when she was just a baby and her mom never recovered from the loss. She went to live with her grandparents in Nova Scotia, Canada when she was five. Eventually Bishop attended Vassar College, where she began to write poetry.At Vassar she discovered Marianne Moore's poetry and met Ms Moore and began their life-long friendship. She later met poet Robert Lowell. She wrote tons and tons of letters to both of them, which is good for us because we would otherwise know very little of her personal life.Bishop published her first book of poetry in 1946 and wrote until her death in 1979. She would spend years working on a single poem. Her poems are not the result of hasty scribbling (匆忙乱写) on paper while eating breakfast. She would look through drafts of poems again and again and improve them until they were as close to perfect as she could get them.Reading Elizabeth Bishop is like being transported to the very place, the very moment she's writing about. She leads us to a microscope so we can see every smallest part of the scene. It seems that she's always asking us to notice more, and more until the poem is so clear in our minds that it's almost painful—like a light that's too bright.4. What do we know about Bishop's early life?A. She was mainly brought up by her grandparents.B. She spent her childhood mainly in Worcester.C. She was always encouraged by her parents.D. She started to write poems at five.5. Why are Bishop's letters to Moore and Lowell important?A. They have a deep influence on other poets.B. They offer much information about her life.C. They help us study Moore and Lowell's poetry.D. They prove she had friendships with famous poets.6. What can we say about Bishop's poetic creation?A. She liked to write in the morning.B. She could write poems at high speed.C. She tried her best to achieve perfection.D. She published hundreds of books of poetry.7. Which word can be used to best describe the style of Bishop’s poems?A. Enthusiastic.B. Romantic.C. Humorous.D. Exact.CJules Verne was born on 8 February1828 inthe French city of Nantes. From an early age, he had a fascination with exploration and discovery. When he was six, his teacher, Madame Sambin, told him stories about her husband, who disappeared while traveling the world on a ship 30 years before. She told her class that he was like Robinson Crusoe, a fictional castaway who lived on a desert island. Verne would later write stories about similar characters.In 1847, Verne was sent by his family to study law at a university in Paris, but he preferred to write novels, poems and plays. After graduating, he realized he wanted to write adventure stories based on science and technology.Thishad never been done before, but Verne was sure that it would be a success. His first story, Five Weeks in a Balloon, was published in September 1862. His career lasted for more than 40 years, during which time he wrote more than 60 gripping stories.To begin with, Verne wrote positive and optimistic books. Many of these were to be his most popular creations. Although some included fantastical elements, they were usually based in scientific fact, making them believable. These happy stories weren’t to last. As he got older, Verne became less confident in the idea that science and technology were always good for the planet. His books started to include more scientists who used technology for their own-sometimes evil - purposes. Verne died on 24 March 1905, but new books continued to be published until 1919. These stories were based on ideas Verne had written about while he was still alive, but featured new characters and plots created by his son, Michel.In the 20th century, his books were translated into more than 140 languages and several successful film versions were released. His creations have been recognized as an inspiration for many scientists and inventors. Many of the futuristic ideas from his most popular books have since come true.8. What is the purpose of Paragraph 1?A To show Verne’s discovery.B. To offer the background information of Verne.C. To tell of the adventure of Sambin’s husband.D. To explain how Verne began his writing career.9. What does the underlined word “This” refer to in Paragraph 2:A. Writing novels, poems and plays.B. Studying law.C. Graduating from university.D. Wring adventure stories.10. What can be learned about Verne’s late works?A. They covered happy elements.B. They were unbelievable stories.C. They revealed Verne’s doubt on science.D. They were partly written by Berne’s son.11. Which of the following best describes Verne?A. Talented and productive.B. Popular and caring.C. Optimistic and generous.D. Friendly and honest.DA Bridge Linking Art and the AudienceAccording to a 2018 report, people aged between 16 and 24 make up about 15 percent of the population but only 10 percent of museum-goers. Similarly, people aged over35 go half as much as you would expect from their population size. We have reached the point of recognising the disconnection between art and the audience but haven’t yet determined how to bridge the gap. Two answers to tackling this challenge lie in telling a greater diversity of art histories and communicating these stories in more accessible ways.In 2018, a radio program called Art Matters was started with the aim of discussing art from a pop-culture viewpoint with topics that would engage younger and more diverse audience. It offers an accessible pathway to art history with conversations on different topics. Art history is about storytelling; art content shines when there is an effort to bring audience along for the discussion.More traditional institutions are paying attention. Recently theGettyMuseumissued a social-media challenge for people to recreate paintings using items they had at home. Users displayed incredible creativity, and the museum was flooded with submissions. This reaction proves that there is a potential desire for the audience toengage with art topics if the format is appealing. Since many people feelintimidatedand think that there’s a base level of understanding required to join the conversation, the Getty initiative serves as a reminder that there are many pathways to engaging with it.Another result of the Getty challenge was the exposure given to a diversity of artworks. The famous opera singer Peter Brathwaite, for example, made scores of attractive recreations highlighting centuries of black paintings. His efforts opposed the idea that there were not many historical paintings of black figures. It is extremely important that we do a better job of showing the complex and diverse stories that are represented in art.Social media have offered a platform for people who have not traditionally had a seat at the table. Anyone can recognise a gap in the field and address it. Accounts have gathered tens of thousands of followers. They are the proof that there is hunger to hear these art histories, and these themes work brilliantly for museum programming.But there is only so much that can be done without the museums and galleries changing meaningfully from within. We need to see a better balance of these stories represented in permanent collections. We also need a much wider diversity of people and interests represented on board. Ensuring that art-and writing and talking about art-is able to continue on the rising generation of storytellers, inside and outside of institutions, getting the funding and support they need to paint a brighter picture for the part.12. What challenge is the author trying to tackle?A. People doubt a great diversity of artworks.B. Fewer and fewer young people go to museums.C. Art appears too distant from common audience.D. Adult audience has a different understanding of art.13. What does the underlined word “intimidated” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?A. Tired.B. Worried.C. Annoyed.D. Surprised.14. In the author’s opinion, the museums and galleries should ________.A. make the art history stories accessible in a traditional way.B. change meaningfully for activities like the Getty challenge.C. limit the number of storytellers both in and out of institutions.D. improve the permanent collections by adding famous artworks.15. We can conclude from the passage that common audience ________.A. lacks the channels to understand and talk about art history.B. prefers to view artworks and hear art stories on social media.C. feels satisfied with people and interests represented on board.D. refuses to engage with diverse art topics and art history stories.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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文章介绍了好奇心的作用以及如何培养好奇心。

【1题详解】考查介词。

句意：孩子们以想要得到无数问题的答案而闻名。

名词answer和介词to搭配，表示“……的答案”，是固定搭配。

故该空填to。

【2题详解】考查连词。

因为人们想弄清楚发生了什么事，所以他们不断地读书或看电视。

该空引导原因状语从句，故填连词because。

【3题详解】考查语态，时态和主谓一致。

该空在句中作谓语，根据make discoveries结构，主语discoveries和make之间是被动关系，故该句应用被动语态。

根据下句中的“wondered”可知，该句叙述的是发生在过去的情况，应该用一般过去时态。

主语为复数discoveries，根据主谓一致原则，该空应填were made。

【4题详解】考查名词性从句。

句意：人们想知道过程是如何起作用的，或者某些任务是如何更有效地完成的。

该空引导wonder的宾语从句，且根据句意，该空表示“如何”，故应用how引导该从句，故填how。

【5题详解】考查非谓语动词。

句意：由于他们的好奇心，人们现在对这个世界了解得更多了，并且有了有用的技术来分析他们。

____5____（help）them作定语，修饰useful technology. have sth.后面常接动词不定式作定语，故填to help。

【6题详解】考查非谓语动词。

即使你不再是一名学生，好奇心也会让你更好地了解情况，从而成为一名更有能力的工作人员。

该题考查make+宾语+宾语补足语结构，inform意为“通知，告知”，宾语you和inform之间是被动关系，故该空应用过去分词作宾语补足语。

故填informed。

informed还可以看作是形容词，意为“了解情况的”。

【7题详解】考查形容词比较级。

该题考查“the +比较级，the+比较级”结构，该空作系动词become的表语，故应用形容词的比较级，故填more interesting。

【8题详解】考查定语从句。

“_____ they express”是定语从句，修饰the different opinions，引导词在从句中作express的宾语，指物，故应用关系代词which/that引导该从句。

故填which/that。

【9题详解】考查不定代词。

句意：记住，每个人都知道一些你不知道的东西。

该空作know的宾语，且表示“某些东西”，故应填不定代词something。

【10题详解】考查动名词。

“_____ curiosity”是主语，作主语，一般用动名词，故填developing。

Section BDirections：After reading the passage below, fill in each blank with a proper word given in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.When was the last time that you dialed a phone number from memory? It probably depends on how long you’ve been using ____11____ like a cellphone. While some generations can recall the days of memorizing phone numbers, it’s possible that members of Generation Z have never had to remember a single ____12____. Why is this? Because smartphones offer quick and convenient ways for storing and ____13____ information. There is no need to memorize anything. But this isn’t without consequence. As digital devices develop, more and more users’ heavy reliance on them may be having disabling effects.“Digital dementia（失智）”is the term being used by medical professionals to identify some of these effects.Some professionals like Jim Kwik, an expert in memory improvement and optimal brain performance, are taking a closer look at this effect. Kwik describes digital dementia like this:“we’re ____14____ our brains to our smart devices. We’re so reliant on our smartphones that our smartphones are making us stupid. As medical studies chart the decline in memory and cognitive skills among smartphone users, a connection is made between symptoms ____15____ with dementia.”The seriousness of overuse becomes ____16____ when you consider just how young smartphone users are becoming. Author and speaker Simon Sinek pointsout that young minds“Are not ready f or it! Their minds cannot cope with the dopamine（多巴胺）.”Consequently, the overstimulation of screens and sounds lead to ____17____ more often than not. So now parents, teachers and managers are asking how to handle the influx（汇集）of young people with this kind of addiction.First, monitor your cellphone use. Keep downloading applications like Forest or Checky. Then cut back on any ____18____ usage. Set a specific goal of how much you think you should use your phone.Determine ____19____ areas for cellphone us e. For example, while you’re at home, only allow yourself to check your phone somewhere like a home office. This way, the time in between tasks isn’t ____20____ filled with staring at your screen.【答案】11. D 12. F13. A 14. K15. I 16. C17. H 18. B19. E 20. J【解析】这是一篇说明文。

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