1、河南省商丘市商丘第一高级中学2020届高三英语上学期期中试题注意事项：1. 本试卷分I卷和II卷两部分，共120分；考试时间100分钟；2. 第I卷的答案请用2B铅笔涂在答题卡上；第II卷请用0.5毫米黑色签字笔写在指定位置上。 不能答在本试卷上，否则无效。第I卷 第一部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节 （共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。（注意：从21题开始涂卡）。AJust imagine lying down on your bed in a hotel room with fishe
2、s quietly paying you a visit. Yes, we are talking about spending days and nights under water. As exciting as it sounds, we have figured out some of the worlds best underwater hotels for you.ATLANTISThe hotel is located in Dubai. You can simply relax while seeing various marine(海洋的) animals in their
3、natural habitat. Mother Nature here is just a curtain away. Atlantis also has a hotel in the Bahamas, which is as famous as this one in Dubai.JULES UNDERSEA LODGEA very popular place among famous people, Jules is a place for visitors who are often looking for thrills in a vacation. Located on the Lo
4、dge off the coast of Key Largo, Florida, Jules requires its visitors to take a course in scuba diving(水肺潜泳) as the entrance is 21 feet into the water. It is one of the oldest underwater hotels.UTTER INNThe hotel is artist Mikael Genbergs baby. Utter Inn offers bedrooms that let the visitors sleep pe
5、acefully under the waters of Malaren. These rooms are quite comfortable and give the guests a unique one-to-one interaction(互动) with marine animals.CONRAD MALDIVES RANGALI ISLAND RESORTNow many people have a fear of water, which leads to their anxiety problems. If you are this kind of people, but st
6、ill want to experience marine activities around you, then Maldives is the place for you. This is not exactly located underwater but yes, Conrad has a dining room underwater that offers some great food with marine activities happening around.21. People have to receive special training before going to
7、_.A. Atlantis B. Jules Undersea LodgeC. Utter Inn D. Conrad Maldives Rangali Island Resort22. What do the four hotels have in common?A. They are not suitable for non-swimmers.B. They are designed for visitors to get close to the sea.C. They organized underwater activities with sea animals.D. They of
8、fer a peaceful and comfortable living environment.23. What is the purpose of the passage?A. To introduce beautiful places for holidays.B. To explain dos and donts in special hotels.C. To support underwater activities during vacations.D. To share interesting underwater hotels with tourists.BIt isnt u
9、nusual for Hannah Murphy to arrive at workplace and find that her classroom or work building has no power. In some parts of the world, this might be an excuse to put off or cancel classes. However, Murphy, who is among the U.S. educators teaching abroad in the English Language Fellow Program, is use
10、d to experiencing this situation.“My team is in Mekelle, Ethiopia. I work at Mekelle University. Now I am teaching freshmen, who are always fun and ready to take part in classroom activities. I feel happy with them,” Murphy explained. “I take the mini-bus to work, greet the university guards(门卫) and
11、 come into my office. Then I go to the classroom buildings. Students are often waiting in the classroom when I arrive, and then we begin moving desks around and get ready to start class.”“I was originally encouraged to apply for the English Language Fellowship by David Bell, my teacher then,” she sa
12、id. “Im thankful that he encouraged and supported me throughout the application, interview and acceptance process.” Since Murphy came to Mekelle, she has kept in touch with three of her Western instructors: Gloria, Joanne and Carla. “They were important in my work. They continuously offered advice,
13、and shared their experience with me,” said Murphy.Although Murphys first 10-month Fellowship is to end this summer, she will continue to share her teaching in Ethiopia. She has accepted an offer for a second 10-month Fellowship in Ethiopia.“I immediately fell in love with Ethiopia. Everyone I met wa
14、s unbelievably generous and wanted to make sure I felt safe and happy. Of course there was a period when I wasnt used to my new life here. However, I have some local friends who helped me deal with cultural differences, as well as other friends who taught me the language,” she said.24. How does Murp
15、hy probably feel when her work building has no power?A. Scared B. Surprised C. Nervous D. Calm25. After this summer, Murphy is likely to _.A. share her teaching in her own countryB. write a book about her experienceC. continue working in EthiopiaD. travel to other countries26. When Murphy first arri
16、ved in Ethiopia, she _.A. got used to the life there quicklyB. could hardly find anyone to help herC. met many problems in culture and languageD. had little trouble communicating with local people27. The passage mainly talks about _.A. Murphys teaching experience in EthiopiaB. the terrible living co
17、nditions in EthiopiaC. Murphys special ways of teaching in EthiopiaD. The cultural differences faced by Murphy in EthiopiaCIt is common and usual to see people freak out when they face challenges in their life. We all pass in different life problems and challenges. No one is free of life problems. O
18、nly a dead man faces no problem. As long as you are alive, challenges are everywhere. How do you face problems and challenges in your life? Problems and challenges are the building blocks of your personality. They make you who you are. Besides, whether what happened in your life builds or destructs
19、you depends on how you look at it. If you take your problems as troubles, they will be troubles and may cause destruction. If you take them as constructive tools, you are going to be built up on them. Problems are everywhere. No one can avoid them. And they are good too. They open up a different loo
20、k and opportunity if you are willing to see. When you face troubles, do not frustrate or freak out. Just cool yourself to think in a different direction. Think in a positive way. Every problem has its own good as well as bad sides. Focus on the good one. Look at the bright side.Besides, there is alw
21、ays a good person, perhaps your mom or dad, or one of your friends, right beside you who can turn everything into your best if you are willing to turn to them. No matter what happens, they will be there to help you. Trust them and they will never let you down. All you need to know is that you are lo
22、ved wherever you are. 28. Whats the meaning of the underlined phrase “freak out” in Paragraph 1?A. Feel shy. B. Stay calm. C. Keep up. D. Feel upset.29. In Paragraph 2, the writer implies that _.A. attitude is everything B. problems cause troubles C. challenges can be avoided D. personalities are bu
23、ilt on failures 30. According to the last paragraph, when were in trouble, we _.A. can only depend on our parents B. are not alone C. should only believe ourselves D. are not confident31. What can be the best title of the passage?A. How to Avoid ProblemsB. Challenges Are Everywhere C. Face Your Chal
24、lenges BravelyD. You Are Loved Wherever You AreDA new study has found that social media could be affecting the sleep of young adults.The study is a project of researchers at the University of Pittsburghgs School of Medicine. They found that young people who often use social media are more likely to
25、suffer from sleep disorders than those who use social media less. The researchers say doctors should ask young adults about their use of social media when treating sleep issues. “This is one of the first pieces of evidence that social media use really can influence your sleep.” said Jessica C Levens
26、on. She was the lead author of a report on the study. The researchers set out to examine the connection between social media use and sleep among young adults. Levenson noted that these young adults are possibly the first “generation to grow up with social media. ” The researchers wanted to find out
27、how often young people used social media sites like Face book, Twitter, Credit and Tumbler. For the study, they gave questionnaires to nearly 1,800 adults, aged 19 to 32. On average, members of the study group used social media sites one hour a day. They also “visited various social media 30 times p
28、er week. ” Thirty percent of the studys participants reported having serious problems with sleeping. Those people who used social media a lot were three times more likely to have a sleep disorder. And those who spent the most time on social media were two times as likely to suffer from sleep disturb
29、ances. Levenson said the number of times a person visits social media is a better predictor of sleep problems than overall time spent on social media. If this is true, she adds, then practices that stop such behaviors may be the most effective.32. Whats the main idea of the text? A. The researchers
30、focus on social media. B. The researchers manage to handle sleep problems.C. Social media affects sleep. D. Doctors treat young patients.33. When treating sleep problems, doctors are advised to_. A. offer some advice about giving up social media B. ask the patients about young adults use of social m
31、edia C. give young adults some medicine D. ask about the patients living conditions34.How did the researchers mainly carry out the study? A. By doing questionnaires.B. By doing online research. C. By collecting published data. D. By giving an example.35. What can be inferred from the text? A. Men ar
32、e more likely to suffer from a sleep disorder than women. B. People often using social media are less likely to have a sleep disorder. C. Using computers less helps avoid sleep problems completely. D. Sleep problems can be determined by the times of a person visiting social media.第二节 （共5小题；每小题2分，满分1
33、0分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。How to Fight Back-To- School AnxietyAugust is the time to prepare for a new school. 36 These simple tips can help you or someone you love deal with the year ahead. 37 Like any new activity, a new school year is always easier when youre prepared for it. Get
34、 your class schedule in advance so you know exactly what to expect that first day. Make sure youre prepared with all the supplies youll need. If youll be attending a new school, get familiar with the campus in advance of the first week.Talk about it. Change is never easy, and can often be scary. If
35、you have feelings of fear or anxiety about the upcoming school year, its important to express them. 38 If youre unsure who to talk to, there are many free resources available for you.Do what you love. 39 Whether youre a bookworm or school butterfly, its easy to feel depressed or anxious when youre t
36、rying to be something youre not. Find activities, clubs or organizations that truly interest you. Chances are, when you do, youll find a sense of belonging thats completely genuine.Get help. Its not abnormal for any teen to feel stressed about an upcoming school year. But if your feelings of anxiety
37、 or depression are affecting your ability to eat, sleep or function on a daily basis, its time to seek professional help. 40 A. Get ready.B. Stick to a tight schedule.C. When youre a teen, fitting in is important.D. It is common for people to feel stressed after holiday.E. For teens, the “back-to-sc
38、hool” period can be especially troubling.F. A parent or an adviser can help you find an expert to help you get through the upcoming year.G. Speaking with a parent, a friend or an adviser can be a perfect way to start finding solutions together.第二部分 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
39、文，从短文后各题所给四个选项（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。Mrs. Gustafson was a lovely person. She is one who has strengthened my 41 . In 1971, I moved to a public school. Each morning after the alarm clock went off, I would 42 to get up on time.I was a 43 boy in the class, in which I didnt 44 to answer qu
40、estions for fear of an improper reply. Besides, I stood out in the kids and was often laughed at. I would 45 my body to appear shorter. Each day, I was in low spirits. Later, I started to 46 many subjects. In view of that, my teacher said I might need to repeat the fourth grade. I knew I had 47 my m
41、other.One day a woman walked into our 48 . she had a kind face and a warm smile. It made her appear to be 49 . “Good morning!”she said. “Im Mrs. Gustafson, and I will be 50 you for the remaining part of the school year. Now let me learn everybodys name by the end of the lesson.” When it was my turn,
42、 I said “Dorann” very 51 . Then she encouraged me to speak louder. When I did so, she smiled, “What a pretty name.” It let me feel 52 . Besides that, she seemed to notice something and added, “Stand up straight and tall. Be 53 of your height.”The next morning, I got out of bed without my mothers urg
43、ing, which 54 her. She asked me if I was feeling okay. “Mom, Im fine,” I replied and went to school.That day, we had a(n) 55 in the math lesson. Mrs. Gustafson brought some bubblegum (泡泡糖) and divided us into three teams. Each student 56 a piece of bubblegum. The goal was to see which team blew the
44、biggest bubbles. After all bubbles were 57 by a ruler, we would see which team had the highest score. I was eager to add up our score, 58 math was my weakest subject. I as well as others was 59 by Mrs. Gustafson.I started to have a(n) 60 for school and was never late again. Mrs. Gustafson made learn
45、ing fun. Most importantly, she believed in me, so I believed in myself.41Aconfidence B. patience C. determination D. sympathy42Amanage B. hope C. struggle D. require43Amodest B. popular C. naughty D. shy44Arefuse B. volunteer C. forget D. delay45Abend B. check C. exercise D. cover46Alove B. review C
46、. fail D. miss47Aturned down B. settled down C. put down D. let down48Ahouse B. canteen C. classroom D. library49Aambitious B. independent C. brave D. easy-going50Ain charge of B. in honor of C. in favor of D. in need of51Aseriously B. calmly C. softly D. joyfully52Acheated B. honored C. judged D. p
47、romoted53Acareful B. proud C. ashamed D. clear54Aexcited B. puzzled C. shamed D. annoyed55Acompetition B. exam C. lecture D. discussion56Ahanded B. rewarded C. received D. rejected57Atouched B. broken C. identified D. measured58Aas though B. even if C. because D. while59Amotivated B. comforted C. re
48、commended D. interviewed60Aconcern B. eye C. idea D. affection第II卷注意：将答案写在答题卡上，写在本试卷上无效。第二节 语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。Lin Fengmain was a Chinese painter and is considered a pioneer of modern Chinese painting for combining Chinese styles and Western ones. He was als
49、o an important 61 (educate) in the area of Chinese art.As a boy, Lin Fengmain was enthusiastic 62 arts and good at it. As one of the outstanding young Chinese, Lin participated in the Diligent Work-Frugal Study Program and went to Paris with Chinese architect Liu Jipiao. He connected with the Chines
50、e artists 63 (live) in Paris and learned from 64 (they). Lin spent the early years of his career in Europe, moving to a famous art school in Paris in 1920 65 (study) painting.In 1926 Lin returned to China, where he became headmaster of the National Beijing Fine Art School. In 1928, with encouragemen
51、t from Cai Yuanpei, he founded the Hangzhou National College of Art, 66 is now called the China Academy of Art, and 67 (become) its first principal.Lins works and life met bad luck during WWII when Japanese 68 (fierce) attacked China. And many of his early works 69 (destroy) by Japanese soldiers who
52、 were not merciful to him although he was 70 outstanding painter.第三部分 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。作文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（）并在其下面写出该加的词。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一词；2.只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不
53、计分。Last Sunday our school organized a mountain-climbing activity, which purpose was to inspire us students take more outdoor exercise. Hundreds of students took part in it. Having gathering at the Xiangshan Park at 8:00, they set out for the top in high spirits. Along the way we enjoyed the beautifu
54、l scenery, chatting with each other happy. If some people fall behind, others would come and lend them a hand, such as carrying their bags or giving them encouraged words. After about two and a half hour, we all reached the top, where we jumped and cheered with joy.The activity benefited to us a lot
55、. Not only did we get some exercise, and also we promoted the friendship.第二节：书面表达（满分25分）假定你是学生李华，你在美国旅行时居住的民宿的主人Johns夫妇写邮件告诉你他们下周要来中国游玩，请回复他们的邮件。内容包括：1. 表示欢迎；2. 告知他们下周的大致安排；3. 希望了解其航班信息以便接机。注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数； 3. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯； 参考词汇：hospitality 好客Dear Mr. and Mrs Johns,_Yours,Li Hua高
56、三英语参考答案阅读理解：21-23 BBD 24-27 DCCA 28-31 DABC 32-35 CBAD 36-40 EAGCF 完型填空：41-45 ACDBA 46-50 CDCDA 51-55 CBBBA 56-60 CDBAD语法填空：61. educator 62. about 63. living 64. them 65. to study 66. which 67. became 68. fiercely69. were destroyed 70. an短文改错：Last Sunday our school organized a mountain-climbing acti
57、vity, which purpose was to whoseinspire us students take more outdoor exercise. Hundreds of students took part in it. Having togathering at the Xiangshan Park at 8:00, they set out for the top in high spirits. Along the gathered weway we enjoyed the beautiful scenery, chatting with each other happy.
58、 If some people fall behind, happily fellothers would come and lend them a hand, such as carrying their bags or giving them encouraged encouragingwords. After about two and a half hour, we all reached the top, where we jumped and cheered hourswith joy.The activity benefited to us a lot. Not only did
59、 we get some exercise, and also we butpromoted the friendship.书面表达参考范文：Dear Mr. and Mrs Johns, Im glad to know that you are coming to China next week. Its a great opportunity for me to repay your help and hospitality when I was in America. For your stay in China, Ill arrange for you to visit some of
60、 the most famous places of interest here, like the Great Wall, the West lake in Hangzhou and the Landscape of Guilin. Meanwhile, Ill also take you to taste some of the delicious Chinese food. I bet youll have a most enjoyable week. Would you please tell me some information about your flight so that I can pick you up at the airport? Looking forward to seeing you again. Yours, Li Hua