1、英语试题第二部分阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节(共 15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的ABC和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 A The Houston Museum of Natural Science Founded in 1909, the Houston Museum of Natural Science (HMNS) has always been one of the most heavily attended museums in the United States. It houses a variety of permanent exhibit
2、areas that examine astronomy, space science, Native American culture, energy, chemistry, gems and minerals, seashells, Texas wildlife and much more. In addition, the museum frequently presents traveling exhibitions on a variety of topics. The Museum is a major science learning center with over a hal
3、f million school children visiting it annually, including every fourth grade and seventh grade class in the Houston Independent School District. Crowds The Museum can be quite crowded on weekends and weekday mornings, due to the hundreds of thousands of students that visit HMNS each year. Please cal
4、l 713-639-4629 to inquire about the crowds that are anticipated during your intended visit. Opening Hours Monday-Sunday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ( last entry at 4:30 p.m.) Its closed on New Years Day and Christmas Day. PLEASE NOTE: Average museum visit takes 2 hours or more. Pricing Adult Ticket: $25 (ages 12
5、 and up) Child Ticket: $16 (ages 3-11) Children aged 2 and under: FREE College Students with ID: $16 Seniors (62+): $16 Groups (10+): $10 Please Note Flash photography is ONLY allowed in the Grand Hall and the rainforest of the Coekrell Butterfly Center. Selfie sticks（自拍杆）, tripods and camera stands
6、 are not allowed anywhere in HMNS. Photography is not allowed in certain exhibitions. Please check for signs by the exhibit entrance for more information or ask a museum employee.21. When can people enter HMNS for a visit?A. At 8:30 a. m. on June Ist. B. At 12:30 p. m. on Jan. 3rd. C. At 14:40 p.m.
7、on Oct. 15th. D. At 10:00. a.m. on Dec.25th.22. How much should Tom and his two sons aged 8 and 13 pay in all to HMNS? A. $66. B. $57. C. $41. D. $30.23. What cam be known about HMNS from the text?A. It has a history of less than a century.B. Visitors arent allowed to take photos inside.C. It has th
8、e largest number of visitors of all American museums.D. People who enjoy quiet have better visit it on weekday afternoon. BIts not every day that you see pigeons（鸽子）with cowboy hats on their tiny heads walking or flying around, unless you live in Las Vegas, where cowboy-hat-wearing pigeons are actua
9、lly a thing people have been constantly taking about these days.It all started on December 5, when a Las Vegas citizen named Bobby Lee noticed two funny-looking birds walking near a dustbin. The pigeons drew his attention because they were wearing tiny cowboy hats-one red and one grey -so he took ou
10、t his smartphone and started filming them. Later, he uploaded the video online, where is quickly spread. The next day, everyone was talking about Las Vegas cowboy-hat-wearing pigeons, and Lee was getting phone calls from agencies trying to license his video.It was only a matter of time before news o
11、utlets picked up the story and reported on the mysterious pigeon cowboys spotted around Las Vegas. The only link anyone could think of was the Wrangler National Rodeo Finals that were taking place in town at the time, but the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, which organized the event, denied
12、any involvement.While some netizens just found the idea cute and jumped at the opportunity to catch the pigeons on camera if they spotted them around Vegas, others expressed concern about the birds well-being. They even mentioned animal cruelty.Hillman, the founder of local pigeon rescue Lofty Hopes
13、, said that her organization was trying to track down the birds and remove their hats, but trapping them with food has proven very difficult so far. Thats because the two known cowboy-hat-wearing pigeons have become very popular around Las Vegas, and people are constantly throwing them much food. “W
14、hen you see them today, you could see some loose feathers in the glue around the hat, and its surely a concern,” Hillman said, adding that she believed the hats had been glued on with a strong adhesive（粘合剂）.24. What has be a hot topic in Las Vegas recently?A. The return of cowboy hats. B. Pigeons ap
15、proaching people. C. Pigeons wearing cowboy hats. D. The hobby of watching pigeons. 25. What made Bobby Lee film the two pigeons with his smartphone?A Their unusual decorations. B. Their unique feather colors.C Their great popularity online. D. Their strange way of walking. 26. What was netizens s a
16、ttitude towards the pigeon cowboys?A. They went too far about them. B. They thought nothing of them. C They showed little interest in them. D. They had a mixed response to them.27. Why is it hard to trap the two pigeons with food?A. Because they are rather particular about food.B. Because they alway
17、s have abundant food to eat.C Because they are smart enough not to be tricked. D. Because they are well protected by pigeon watchers. CScientists at the University of Oxford have developed new artificial intelligence(AI) software to recognize and follow up the faces of individual chimpanzees（黑猩猩）in
18、the wild. The new software will allow researcher and wildlife conservationists to greatly cut back on time spent analyzing videos, according to the new paper published today in Science Advances.“For species like chimpanzees, which have complex social lives and live for many year, getting photos of t
19、heir behavior from short-term field research can only tell us so much.” says Dan Sehofield, researcher and DPhil student at Oxford Universitys Primate Models Lab, School of Anthropology. “By taking advantage of the power of machine learning to unlock large video files, it makes it possible to measur
20、e behavior over the long term.”The computers model was trained using over 10 million images（影像）from Kyoto Universitys Primate Research Institute (PRI) video files of wild chimpanzees in Guinea, West Africa. The new software is the first to continuously track and recognize individuals in a wide range
21、 of posed, performing with high accuracy in difficult conditions such as low lighting and poor image quality.“Access to this large video file has allowed us to use the newest deep neural networks to train models at a scale that was previously not possible,” says Arsha Nagrani, co-author of the study
22、 and DPhil student at the Department of Engineering Science, University of Oxford. “Additionally, our new software differs from previous primate face recognition software in that it can be applied t raw videos with limited manual intervention（人工干预）or pre-processing, saving hours of time.”The technol
23、ogy has potential for many uses, such as monitoring species for conservation. Although the present application focused on chimpanzees, the software provided could be applied to other species, and help drive the adoption of AI systems to solve a range of problems in the wildlife sciences. 28. Whats t
24、he purpose of developing the new software?A To save wildlife researchers time spent in the wild.B. To keep track of wildlife conservationists behavior.C. To protect chimpanzees and help them to live longer.D. To recognize and track the the faces of wild chimpanzees.29. What does the underlined word“
25、it”in paragraph 2 refer to?A. Getting photos. B. Analyzing videos.C. The new AI software. D. A powerful machine.30. What does paragraph 4 mainly talk about?A. The unique advantages of the new software. B. Some limitations of using the new software.C. The working principles of the new software. D. Co
26、ntroversial attitudes to the new software.31. What can be inferred from the last paragraph?A. The new software has a quite bright future.B. The application of the technology can be tough. C. Technology is the final goal of scientific research.D. AI systems are widely used in the wildlife sciences. D
27、 Nail biting and hair pulling are two forms of body language. Both nail biting and hair pulling can be either conscious or subconscious body language gestures, each showing some interesting aspects of the character, emotion and inner working of the individual.Nail biting is a non-verbal gesture. In
28、adults its often a habit adopted and carried through from childhood and can become apparent in stressful situations throughout adulthood. To most people, nail biting is associated with nervousness and shyness and is an involuntary response to certain social situations. In many cases, its an adaptor
29、behaviour that channels nervous energy, inactivity or boredom and doesnt disturb normal functioning. In severe cases nail biting can become a repetitive behaviour that is intentionally performed. It can result in great physical damage.So when we look deeper, in both adults and children, it has been
30、suggested that severe nail biting is often referred to as a method of “self-heating”. This indicates that nail biting is a subconscious behaviour indicating increased anxiety and low self-confidence.Hair pulling can indicate a number of emotions and behaviors. For example, children who bite their na
31、ils or frequently pull their hair may be nervous or have low self-confidence. Hair pulling may be a comforting action for a child who is tense and anxious, and may become habitual later in life in stressful situations. Routine and severe hair pulling can be a compulsive disorder that may be linked t
32、o genetics, anxiety and depression. Its most commonly thought to be a stress-related condition.However, hair puling is also another non-verbal body language that can signify different things in different situations. For example, in some situations, it can mean interest and desire. However, in other
33、situations, it can suggest anxiety, incompetence, uncertainty or shyness.32. What does the text say about nail biting?A. It doesnt harm its doer physically. B. It stops its doer functioning normally. C.It isnt a gesture only made by children. D. It is a commonly used way to avoid shyness.33. Accordi
34、ng to the text, children who often pull their hair . A. may take no interest in something B. may feel quite sure of themselves C. must suffer from lack of desire D. may not feel at ease at all34. The underlined word “signify” in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to “ “. A. explain B. indicate
35、 C. hide D. summarize35. What is the best title for the text? A. How to Read Forms of Body Language? B. What Do Nail Biting and Hair Pulling Suggest?C. How to Express Ourselves with Body Language?D. What Are the Deep Meanings of Body Language?第二节(共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分)根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填人空白处的最佳选项，选项中有两项为
36、多余选项。 Whether youd like to loosen tight muscles, become more flexible, or just keep yourself tom getting injured when you exercise or play sports, stretching is important. With just a few minutes of gentle stretching, you can reduce the pain that comes from tight muscles, improve your posture, and i
37、ncrease your range of motion. 36 With all these benefits, why not give stretching a try?1. Hamstring（脚筋）(or Back-of-the-leg) StretchThe hamstring muscle runs down the back of your upper leg. Tightness in this muscle can lead to serious back pain, so its an important one to stretch. 37 Working one le
38、g at a time, ft your leg and rest the heel on the wall with your leg slightly bent. Gently straighten your leg until you feel a nice stretch. Pause there and wait. Then switch legs.2. 38 Tight shoulder muscles can lead to neck and back pain as well as other problems. Its important to keep these musc
39、les flexible. You can raise straight overhead, then bend the elbow so that your right hand falls behind your head. Using your left hand, gently pull your right elbow toward the centerline of your body. Ideally, you want your right forearm to be straight up and town. Be sure to keep your head and nec
40、k straight, and dont let your right arm force the head down or forward in any way. 39 3. Neck StretchThis is very important for drivers! Stretch your neck one side at a time, beginning with the right. Tip your hear to the left. 40 Do not pull hard. The neck is fragile, so you must be gentle with thi
41、s stretch. Repeat on the opposite side. A. Arm Stretch.B. Shoulder StretchC. Switch arms and repeat.D. Stand about an arms length away form a table.E. Stretching also improves your balance and coordination.F. For a gentle stretch, lie on the for near a doorway or wall comer. G. And use your left han
42、d to very gently pull your head toward the front of your left shoulder.第三部分英语知识运用 (共两节，满分45分)第一节完形填空(共20小题; 每小题1.5分，满分30分)阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。The dawn of a new school year is often full of exciting-and occasionally overwhelming-”firsts”for students. That perhaps
43、 explains why a “beautiful” 41 of a school bus driver, Isabel ”Izzy” Lane, 42 a crying 4-year-old boy on his first day of school has gone viral（疯传）online.Last Monday, Amy Johnsons young son Axel 43 to preschool in their hometown, and felt “super 44 ” for the big day-until it was time to get on the 4
44、5 that morning. As soon as the bus 46 the corner, her youngster fell silent 47 bursting into tears when the bus doors 48 . His mother got him on the bus. As the youngster got 49 in his seat directly behind Lane, tears rolling down his face, the merciful driver 50 to offer a hand for the boy to 51 ,
45、which Any immediately caught on camera.The small act of kindness 52 a whole lot to Axel, who finally calmed down and felt 53 enough to take the bus on his own the next day. “ I didnt think it was that big of a deal 54 , just I guess, but its just something that I would do.” Lane later told WEAU.“The
46、 day after that, he was waiting at he bus stop all by himself.” Lane said.In a larger 55 , Lane hopes the simple 56 reminds others that the smallest acts of kindness can often have the biggest effects on other peoples lives. “ You dont have to say anything, but just to 57 someone you are there,” she
47、 said. “That makes a big 58 to someones day.”In the days since, Johnsons photo of the 59 back-to -school moment has been shared by social media, receiving more than 1,200 likes and more than 220 60 on Facebook.41. A. shadow B. sculpture C picture D. exhibition 42. A. questioning B. comforting C prai
48、sing D. scolding43. A. headed B. subscribed C. appealed D. wandered44. A. frightened B. doubtful C. curious D. excited45. A. passage B. bus C. bridge D. website46. A disappeared around B. took up C. broke down D. rolled around47. A. after B if C. before D. once48. A. locked B. opened C. dropped D. f
49、olded49. A. settled B. lost C. changed D. interested50. A. struggle B. declined C. reached D. hesitated51. A. ware B.bite C. greet D. hold52. A. Meant B. mentioned C. convinced D adapted53. A. clever B. brave C. hopeful D. elegant54. A. universally B. theoretically C. personally D. gradually55. A. s
50、ense B. affection C. framework D. imagination56. A. assessment B. talent C action D. topic57. A. show B. warn C.advise D. persuade58. A. impression B. decision C. distinction D. difference59. A embarrassing B. touching C. troublesome D. unexpected60. A designs B. outlines C. shares D. receptions第II卷
51、第三部分英语知识运用 (共两节，满分45分)第二节 (共10小题;每小题1.5分，满分15分)阅读下面材料，在空白处填人1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。Every minute, people around the world purchase 1 million plastic bottles, 61 adds up to roughly 526 billion bottles every year. Much of the plastic 62 (end) up in landfills（填埋场）,rivers or oceans, often with destructive ef
52、fects on wildlife. Many people are now trying to cut down on plastic use, while also turning the single-use plastic into something 63 (use)-like auto parts.Recycles plastic is ideal for automotive parts due to its light 64 (weigh) that offers additional benefits such as 65 (improve) a vehicles aerod
53、ynamics（空气动力）and reducing cabin noise.The use of plastic in vehicle parts has grown a lot since the last decade, especially in underbody shields（车底护板）. 66 is assumed that around 1.2 billion recycled plastic bottles are used every year-thats about 250 bottles per vehicle 67 average.How exactly does y
54、our plastic water bottle turn into an aerodynamic auto part? After you put the bottle into the recycling bin, its 68 (eventual) combined with thousands of others and cut into tiny pieces. Then, these pieces 69 (sell) to a supplier, who turns them into a fiber by melting them. This fiberis mixed with
55、 other elements（元素）in a special process, and then used 70 (create) a sheet of material that can be formed into vehicle parts.第四部分写作 (共两节满分35 分)第一节短文改错(共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分)假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅沙及-一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加:在缺词处加一一个澜字符号(),并在下面写出该加的词。删除:把多余的词用斜线( )划掉。修改:在错的词
56、下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。注意: 1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限- -词;2.只允许修改10处，多者(从第11处起)不计分。I had a chance to go Shanghai by air last week. I had often gone there by train ago and then came the day when I could experience travelling by air. After checking in, I waited patient for a while before my flights was announce. The
57、 plane was waiting on the runway and soon I found my on board. After fastening on my seat belt, I looked out of the window or waited for the plane to take off. When the plane was in the sky, I looked down and saw some houses, what resembled small to-houses. A s the plane went down, I realized that i
58、t is landing. It was a shrilled experience.第二节书面表达(满分25 分)假定你是校学生会主席李华，今年年初暴发的新冠肺炎疫情让全民开始关注自己的健康状况，因此你校将于近期举行跳绳比赛(the 2020 Student Rope skipping Match) .请你代表学生会给外教Mr. Smith 写一封电子邮件，邀请他作裁判。内容包括:1.写信目的:2比赛时间和地点:3.注意事项。注意;词数100左右2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。Deary Mr Smith, Yours sincerely,Li Hua参考答案21-25 B A D C
59、A 26-30 D B D C A 31-35 A C D B B 36-40 E F B C G41-45 C B A D B 46-50 D C B A C 51-55 D A B C A 56-60 C A D B C61. which 62. ends 63. useful 64. weight 65. improving 66. It 67. on 68. eventually 69. are sold 70. to create短文改错1. go和Shanghai中间加to2. Ago改为before或earlier3. patient改为patiently4. flights改为flight5. me改为myself6. on去掉7. or改为and8. what改为which9. is改为was10. thrilled改为thrilling