1、2020-2021学年人教版（2019）选择性必修第一册英语单元测试AB卷 Unit 3 B卷 能力提升一、阅读理解1. An Arizona mom says none of her sons kindergarten friends showed up to his birthday party after she sent 32 invitations to his classmates. The boy, Teddy, held a birthday party on Sunday at Peter Piper Pizza in Tucson, where he and his mot
2、her, Sil Mazzini, had been expecting dozens of little girls and boysas well as the childrens parentsto join them at the restaurant. Mazzini said a few people told her in advance that they couldnt make it, but she wasnt prepared for everyone to be no-shows. Mazzini shared a photo of her son sitting a
3、lone in front of several pizzas on the Internet. That brought dozens and dozens of birthday wishes from around the country, as well as other gifts and offers. I live near Tampa, Florida, and heard about you via my local news, one woman wrote. I hope you have a wonderful year and Im sending you a big
4、 hug. The biggest unexpected birthday present for Teddy came from the Phoenix Suns, who invited him to watch Wednesday nights game at the Talking Stick Resort Arena against the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James. The citys professional soccer club, the Phoenix Rising, also invited Teddy to join 7,
5、000 of his closest friends at a playoff game on Friday. But some on social media questioned Mazzinis decision to broadcast her sons humiliating day. Quick! Someone call the news. Dont embarrass this kid even more than he already is, one woman wrote. Good lord. This is so wrong.1.How may Teddy feel a
6、bout his birthday party?A.Relaxed.B.Disturbed.C.Disappointed.D.Bored.2.What did the Phoenix Suns invite Teddy to do?A.Play a playoff game on Friday.B.Watch Wednesday nights game.C.Join the professional soccer club.D.Spend a weekend with them.3.What can we infer about Mazzini from the last paragraph?
7、A.She is not supported by all the people.B.She cares little about her sons feelings.C.She regrets having posted her sons image.D.She has removed the comments on the Internet.2. I stopped to watch my little girl busy playing in her room. In one hand was a plastic phone; in the other a toy. I listened
8、 as she was speaking to her make-believe little friend and Ill never forget the words she said, even though they were imagined. She said, Susies in the comer because shes not been very good. She didnt listen to a word I said or do the things she should. In the corner I saw her baby doll well-dressed
9、. It was obvious that shed been put there to sit alone and think. My daughter continued her conversation, as I sat down on the floor. She said, Im all fed up and I just dont know what to do with her any more. She cries whenever I have to work and wants to play games too. She tries to help me with th
10、e dishes, but her arms just cannot reach. And she doesnt know how to fold towels. I dont have the time to teach. I have a lot of work to do and a big house to keep clean. I dont have the time to sit and playdont you know what I mean? And that day I thought a lot about making some changes in my life,
11、 after listening to her innocent words cut me like a knife. I hadnt been paying enough attention to what I hold most dear. Id been caught up in responsibilities that increased throughout the years. But now my attitude has changed because in my heart I realise that Ive seen the world in a different l
12、ight through my little darlings eyes. So let the cobwebs (蜘蛛网) cut the corners and the dust bunnies rule the floor. Im not going to worry about keeping up with them any more. Im going to fill the house with memories of a child and her mother, for we have only one childhood and we will never get anot
13、her.1.Who is Susie?A.The girls phone.B.The girls friend.C.The author.D.A baby doll.2.How did the author feel when hearing her little girls words?A.Interested.B.Uncomfortable.C.Moved.D.Unbelievable.3.The passage leads us to believe that _.A.the little girl doesnt hate her mother any moreB.the author
14、has become lazy because of her daughterC.the author cares nothing about her daughters happinessD.the author wants her little girl to have a happy childhood4.What might be the best title?A.Only One ChildhoodB.My Lovely DaughterC.How to Deal with My DaughterD.A World of Children3. Fairs and theme park
15、s never seem to lose their attraction. My kids love them as much as I do. Not everyone will agree with me though. My wife is terrified of anything more exciting than the merry-go-round. So why do I love Blackpools Big One while she goes white on hearing the words roller coaster (过山车)? According to p
16、sychologists, it comes down to something called a Type T personality. Type Ts are thrill-seekers who welcome the uncertainty of activities that most people would find hair-raising. It seems some of us enjoy the physical sensations associated with fear: the adrenaline (肾上腺素)rush and the beating heart
17、. Scary rides make us feel alive. Terrifying experiences encourage a sense of excitement once were back on solid ground though we only enjoy them when were within a protective frame that assures us that deep down, were still safe. Recent research has found certain genes (基因)which may be responsible
18、for those of us with Type T personalities. Biochemists have separated a gene called DRD4 which seems more common in rollercoaster lovers like me. New technologies have allowed engineers to design coasters that change speeds quickly, shoot up hundreds of feet into the air and make all sorts of twists
19、. Research suggests that extreme fairground rides tend to appeal particularly to those of us who lead stressful, structured or controlled lives. Its certainly true that roller coasters are a way of breaking out of the humdrum (乏味的) expectations of everyday life. Theme parks allow us to act like chil
20、dren again, to experience true excitement and behave alittle wildly. Where else as an adult can you scream at the top of your lungs and throw your arms in the air without being sent for psychological evaluation? If youre looking for a great place this summer where you can get in touch with your inne
21、r risk-taker, head for the nearest theme park. Its a scream!1.What can we learn about the authors wife?A.She gets excited easily.B.She fears extreme rides.C.She loves Blackpools Big One.D.She rarely disagrees with the author.2.What do people with Type T personalities tend to do?A.Put their lives at
22、risk.B.Stay energetic all the time.C.Avoid the protective frame.D.Enjoy adventurous experiences.3. What has recent research revealed about the Type T personality?A.It is genetically determined.B.It is common among people.C.It is caused by living separately.D.It is a result of a physical disorder.4.W
23、hats the main reason why the author appreciates extreme fairground rides?A.They help relieve stress.B.They are technologically designed.C.They contribute to parent-kid relationships.D.They are a replacement for psychological evaluation.4. Millions of people pass through the gates of the Disney parks
24、 in California, Florida and Tokyo, Japan each year. What makes these places almost universal attractions? What makes foreign kings and queens and other important people want to visit these Disney parks? Well, one reason is the way Disney serves their guests. All new employees, from vice-presidents t
25、o part-time workers, begin their employment by attending Disney University and taking Traditions. Here, they learn about the companys history, how it is managed and why it is successful. They are shown how each department relates to the whole. All employees are shown how their part is important in m
26、aking the park a success. After passing Traditions, the employees go on to more specialized training for their specific jobs. No detail is missed. A simple job like taking tickets requires eight-hour days of training. When one ticket taker was asked why it took so much training for such a simple, or
27、dinary job, he replied, What happens if someone wants to know where the restrooms are, when the parade starts or which bus to take back to the campgrounds? We need to know the answers or where to get them quickly. Our constant aim is to help our guests enjoy themselves. Even Disneys managers get inv
28、olved in the daily management of the park. Every year, the managers leave their desks and business suits and put on special service clothes. For a full week, the bosses sell hot dogs or ice cream, take tickets or drive the monorail, and take up any of the 100 jobs that make the park come alive. The
29、managers agree that this week helps them to see the companys goals more clearly. All these efforts to serve the public well have made Walt Disney famous. Disney is considered by many as the best mass service provider in America or the world.1.What do all new employees do on the first day they come t
30、o Disney parks?A.They begin by receiving on-the-job training.B.They must learn several jobs.C.They begin as ticket takers.D.They have already attended Disney University.2.What is the main objective of the Disney employees?A.To learn all parts of the business.B.To see that their guests enjoy themselv
31、es.C.To be able to answer all kinds of questions.D.To keep their important guests happy.3.Why do managers wear special service clothes and work in the park each year?A.To set a good example to employees.B.To remind themselves of their beginnings at Disney.C.To gain a better view of the companys obje
32、ctives.D.To replace employees on holiday.4.What does this passage mainly talk about?A.How Disney employees are trained.B.The history and traditions of the Disney enterprises.C.Why Disney enterprises make a lot of money.D.The importance Disney enterprises place on serving people well.二、阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项
33、中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。 Have you ever wondered what you can do visiting Disney in Florida? There are two activity possibilities associated with Disney in Florida._, and the other is Disney Cruise Line, docked in Cape Canaveral on the Atlantic Coast. This article provides some ideas to help you
34、out. Choose when you want to go. Disney recommends going during the spring and fall. The best times to go to Walt Disney World are: Mid-November through mid-December (except the week of Thanksgiving). The weather is usually cool but pleasant, the holiday decorations are up, special events are runnin
35、g, and the attendance is usually moderate. Expect crowds on Saturdays, especially at the Magic Kingdom. _, but this doesnt necessarily translate into huge crowds during early December. Second week of January through mid-February. Its cool (sometimes even a bit cold) at this time of year. _ However,
36、some rides will be closed at this time of year. The first week of January can be busy due to extended holiday vacations and the Walt Disney World Marathon. Avoid any holiday weekends. First three weeks of May. _ Crowds and hotel prices are moderate. Memorial Day weekend will be more crowded, but oft
37、en not as bad as you might expect. _ 20 It will be extremely hot, and this is peak hurricane season. Plan on taking afternoons off and visiting water parks. Crowds are low. Off-site hotels usually have their rock-bottom deals during this period, and Disney has offered free dining packages in this ti
38、me frame each year since 2005.A.One is Walt Disney World in OrlandoB.so many tourists go there to enjoy themselvesC.The weather is warm in May, and usually not unbearably so.D.Disneys resorts typically fill up early for all of DecemberE.Make a decision on what you want when visiting Florida Disney.F
39、.This is one of the least busy times of year and hotel prices are lower.G.Late August and entire month of September (even Labor Day weekend).三、完形填空 Greenberg was a lucky guy to enter Columbia University on a full scholarship. But just before junior year, Greenbergs fortune changed. One day his visio
40、n became 1and later he was diagnosed (诊断) with glaucoma (青光眼). Then doctors operated on Greenbergs eyes.2,the surgery didnt work. Greenberg was going blind. He was so3 that he refused to see anyone. As Greenbergs best friend, Arthur persuaded Greenberg to go back to Columbia University and4 to be hi
41、s reader . Arthur read5 to him every day, taking time out from his own study, and Greenberg ended up scoring straight As. Still, he was6 about getting alone and relied on his friend. Then, one afternoon, Greenberg and Arthur went to Midtown Manhattan. When it was time to go back to campus, Arthur sa
42、id he couldnt7 him because of an appointment. Greenberg panicked. They argued, and Arthur walked off,8 Greenberg alone in Grand Central Terminal. Greenberg, who was completely9,stumbled (蹒跚而行) through the rush-hour crowd. He took a shuttle train west to Times Square, and then transferred to an uptow
43、n train. Four miles later, he 10 at the Columbia University stop. At the gate of the university, someone knocked into him. Oops, excuse me, sir. Greenberg 11 the voice. It was Arthurs. Greenbergs first reaction was 12, but in the next second, he realized what he had just 13 and realized, too, who ha
44、d made it possible. Obviously, Arthur had been with him the whole day, using one of the most 14 strategies. Blindness doesnt make Greenberg fail to appreciate the 15 of life. He always says he is the luckiest man in the world.(1).A.cleanB.unclearC.distantD.fresh(2).A.OtherwiseB.MoreoverC.ThereforeD.
45、However(3).A.shyB.desperateC.selfishD.nervous(4).A.offeredB.pretendedC.happenedD.learned(5).A.lettersB.newspapersC.textbooksD.magazines(6).A.curiousB.confidentC.excitedD.tentative(7).A.abandonB.rescueC.comfortD.accompany(8).A.leavingB.findingC.consultingD.serving(9).A.leavingB.findingC.consultingD.s
46、erving(10).A.got offB.pulled overC.looked aroundD.ran away(11).A.raisedB.lostC.controlledD.recognized(12).A.angerB.pleasureC.reliefD.sorrow(13).A.missedB.questionedC.ignoredD.achieved(14).A.brilliantB.familiarC.defensiveD.complex(15).A.magicB.beautyC.wisdomD.truth四、阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 C
47、ards and digital (数字的) technologies _(kill) off cash slowly, but is it a cause for concern? Not _ (necessary). Here are some ways of making the most of digital finance. Cash is no longer king. Over recent years fewer and fewer transactions (交易) have been made with cash. The most recent figures show
48、coins and notes are used just 34% of_ time, down from 63% a decade ago. And usage_(predict) to fall to just 10% in 15 years. Instead were paying with cards and digital technologies. Some of this is down to user choice, with smartphones making spending _ (fast) and more convenient. But its also being
49、 forced upon us. Some shops are refusing physical money as they can avoid the bank charging them for _ (handle) cash. Meanwhile its harder to get your hands on notes as cash machines and _ (bank) disappear from the high street. And these are trends which are likely _ (increase) in the coming years.
50、This could be bad news if you still primarily use cash,_thats how you pay your bills or how you budget. For some, cash is just what you know. For _, cash is a necessityespecially when going digital is the alternative. As a result, this move towards cashless society makes many us easy.五、写作假定你是李华,你的家乡
51、A市最近建立了一个名为“海洋世界”的旅游景点,请你根据要求为其用英语写一段简短的导游词。主要内容: 1.地理位置: 城市以东大约20公里; 2.数百种鱼类、贝壳类等海洋生物; 3.欢迎游览。注意: 1.词数100左右; 2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。_阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。 I was a volunteer for an organization at the beginning of this year. The organization is aimed at helping children who su
52、ffer from cancer. One day, we were asked to raise money for cancer research and program funding at an event. Since my friend Lisa was also a volunteer for the organization, I went to the event with her. There were many people at the event. After seeing our poster, some people came to us and talked w
53、ith us. But few people donated money. It was a bit hot that day. Both Lisa and I got really upset. Half an hour later, Lisa started complaining, I dont think we can raise much money today. Dont worry. The event lasts for three hours. There is still a lot of time left, I said, though I also thought p
54、oorly of our plan to raise much money that day. While Lisa and I were talking, a little boy of about eight years old came to us. He stood in front of our poster and started reading.After a while, he asked, What is cancer? I explained what cancer is. Then I said, Many people around the world are suff
55、ering from cancer. It can be really dangerous. More research is needed to learn about it so that people with it can suffer less. Thats why were collecting money for it. Do children suffer from cancer, too? asked the boy. Yes. Many children suffer from cancer. Some of them may die. They need help. Li
56、sa said and I nodded. Hearing that, the boy became sad. Then the boy asked, How much money have you collected? Both Lisa and I were embarrassed to tell him that we didnt raise much money. At last, we said, Not much. The boy looked into our donation container and only saw a few one-dollar and five-do
57、llar bills. The boy said nothing after seeing that and left. Then some girls came to us and we started talking with them. Neither Lisa nor I thought the boy would return. However, about twenty minutes later, the boy did return. Paragraph 1: The boy happily ran to us and asked, Would you take a donat
58、ion from children?_Paragraph 2: Both Lisa and I were deeply touched._答案以及解析一、1.答案：(1)-(5)CBA解析：(1).推理判断题。根据第三段的第一句Mazzini shared a photo of her son sitting alone in front of several pizzas on the Internet.可知,没有朋友来参加他的生日聚会,他一定感到很失望。(2).细节理解题。根据第四段的第三句The biggest unexpected birthday present for Teddy
59、came from the Phoenix Suns, who invited him to watch Wednesday nights game at the Talking Stick Resort Arena against the Los Angeles Lakers and LeBron James.可知,Phoenix Suns邀请Teddy观看周三晚上的比赛。(3).推理判断题。根据最后一段的第一句But some on social media questioned Mazzinis decision to broadcast her sons humiliating day
60、.可知,并不是所有的人都支持Mazzini的做法。 2.答案：1-4.DBDA解析：1.细节理解题。根据第二段中的Susies in the corner because shes not been very good.以及I saw her baby doll well-dressed.可推知苏茜指的是作者女儿的布娃娃。故选D项。2.推理判断题。根据第四段前两句And that day I thought a lot about making some changes in my life, after listening to her innocent words cut me like
61、a knife. I hadnt been paying enough attention to what I hold most dear.可知,“我”在听了她那些天真的话后心如刀割。“我”没有对我”最珍贵的人付出足够的注意力,这让作者感到“不适”,很自责,故选B项。3.推理判断题。根据文章的最后一段Im going to fill the house with memories of a child and her mother, for we have only one childhood and we will never get another.可知,作者想让她的女儿有一个快乐的童年
62、。故选D项。4.主旨大意题。结合文章内容以及最后一段可知,文章主要讲的是,作者通过和女儿相处的一件小事有感而发,觉得童年只有一次,要让女儿过一个快乐的童年,故选A项。 答案：(1)-(4)BDAA解析：(1).细节理解题。根据第一段中的My wife is terrified of anything more exciting than the merry-go-round.可知,游乐场除旋转木马外,其他项目都让作者的妻子感到害怕。(2).细节理解题。根据第二段中的Type Ts are thrill-seekers who welcome the uncertainty of activit
63、ies that most people would find hair-raising.可知,T型人格的人喜欢寻求刺激。(3).细节理解题。根据第三段的第一句Recent research has found certain genes which may be responsible for those of us with Type T personalities.可知,T型人格由基因决定。(4).推理判断题。根据倒数第二段第二、三句可知,研究表明,生活压力大、受生活束缚的人更喜欢游乐场比较刺激的项目,作者对此表示认同,认为这些项目的确可以帮助人们摆脱单调的生活,释放自我。 4.答案：1
64、-4.ABCD解析：1.细节理解题。从第二段中的“All new employees, from vice-presidents to part-time workers, begin their employment by attending Disney University and taking Traditions.”和后面所讲述的训练情况可知,每一个新职员必须进行工作培训。on-the-job training的意思是“在职培训”。故选A。2.细节理解题。根据文中第三段最后一句话“Our constant aim is to help our guests enjoy themsel
65、ves.”可知,迪士尼乐园职工的目的是让客人玩得高兴。objective 的意思是“目的”与aim(目标) 同义。故选B。3.细节理解题。根据第四段提供的信息“Every year, the managers leave their desks and business suits and put on special service clothes.”和“The managers agree that this week helps them to see the companys goals more clearly.”可知,经理们每年穿上特殊的工作服工作一周的目的是更好地认清迪士尼乐园的
66、办园目的。goal 的意思是“目标”,与objective同义。故选C。4.主旨大意题。通篇文章主要介绍了迪士尼公司严格的训练管理和优质的服务。即迪士尼公司把为游客服务放在重要的位置为文章的主旨,故选D。 二、答案：ADFCG解析：根据下文的and the other is Disney Cruise Line可知,A项可以和下文构成one.the other.结构。 根据下文的but this doesnt necessarily translate into huge crowds during early December可知,D项中的December和下文构成同词复现,而且符合语境。F
67、 根据下文的However, some rides will be closed at this time of year.可知,这个时间去参观的人比较少, 且酒店价格便宜,但一些骑乘项目是关闭的,F项符合语境。根据前面的First three weeks of May.可知,下文提到的应该是这个时节的天气,所以选C项,与上文的Its cool(sometimes even a bit cold)at this time of year.相呼应。根据下文的It will be extremely hot, and this is peak hurricane season.可知,上文应该提到的
68、是最热的季节,选项G符合语境。三、答案：(1)-(5)BDBAC;(6)-(10)DDACA;(11)-(15)DADAB解析：(1).根据空后的and later he was diagnosed with glaucoma可知,一天,他的视力变得模糊(unclear)。(2).根据空格前一句Then doctors operated on Greenbergs eyes.和空格后的the surgery didnt work可知,前后句是转折关系。however但是,然而符合语境。otherwise否则;moreover而且,此外;therefore因此,所以。(3).根据空前一句Gree
69、nberg was going blind.可知,他是如此绝望(desperate)以至于拒绝见任何人。故选B。(4).根据下文Arthur read to _ him every day, taking time out from his own study.可知,Arthur说服Greenberg回到哥伦比亚大学,并主动提出(offer)成为他的阅读器。(5).根据下文Greenberg ended up scoring straight As并结合语境可推知,Arthur应该是给Greenberg读课本(textbook)。(6).根据本句中的still以及空后的relied on hi
70、s friend可推知,他对独处感到犹豫(tentative)。(7).根据空后的because of an appointment可知,Arthur因为有约会而无法陪同(accompany)他。(8).根据空前的Arthur walked off可知,Arthur把Greenberg独自留在(leave)纽约中央车站。(9).根据语境并结合选项可知,对于Arthur将他独自留下,Greenberg感到很困惑。confused困惑的,糊涂的符合语境。(10).根据空后的at the Columbia University stop可知,Greenberg在哥伦比亚大学站下车(get off)。
71、(11).根据下文中的It was Arthurs.可知,Greenberg认出(recognize)了Arthur的声音。(12).根据语境可知,Arthur之前将他独自留下,现在又撞到了他,Greenberg第一反应应是愤怒(anger)。(13).根据空后的.and realized, too, who had made it possible.可知,他意识到了自己刚刚所做到的(achieve),也意识到了是谁让这一切成为可能。(14).好朋友用的是最高明的(brilliant)策略之一。familiar熟悉的;defensive防御的;complex复杂的。(15).根据全文内容以及空
72、后一句He always says he is the luckiest man in the world.可知,失明也未能阻止Greenberg欣赏生活的美(beauty)。四、答案：-are killing; necessarily ; the ; is predicted; faster- handling ; banks ; to increase ; whether ; others 解析：考查时态与主谓一致。句意:银行卡和数字技术正在慢慢消灭现金,但是这值得关注吗?根据句意,应使用现在进行时。主语cards and digital technologies为复数形式,故填are k
73、illing。 考查副词。空格处单词修饰前边整个句子,应用副词形式。故填necessarily。考查冠词。句意:最近的数据显示硬币和纸币的使用率仅为34%time特指使用金钱交易的时间,需要用定冠词修饰。故填the。考查被动语态。句意:并且,现金的使用被估计15年后将会降到10%。这句话与上一句都是数据显示的结果,所以这句话也应使用一般现在时。usage作主语,应使用被动语态,且谓语动词用单数形式。故填is predicted。考查比较级。句意:这在一定程度上取决于用户的选择,智能手机使得消费更加快捷、更加方便。and连接前后两个并列成分,由more convenient可知,空格处应该填形容
74、词的比较级。故填faster。考查非谓语动词。空格后有宾语cash,且位于介词for之后,所以应使用动名词作宾语。故填handling。考查名词复数。and连接前后两个并列的成分,由cash machines可知,空格处应填名词的复数形式。故填banks。考查非谓语动词。句意:接下来几年中这些趋势有可能继续加强。be likely to do sth.意为“有可能做某事”,为固定搭配。故填to increase。考查连词。句意:如果你还使用现金的话,这可能是一个坏消息,无论你是使用现金付款还是做预算。这是一个让步状语从句,whether.or.为“无论还是”,故填whether。考查不定代词。
75、句意:对于一些人,现金仅仅是你知道的一个东西。对于另一些人,现金是必需品由some(一些人)可知,空格处填others(另一些人), 故填others。五、答案： Situated some 20 miles east of the city, the Sea World is an incredible attraction for both the young and the old. It is a theme park well known for its abundance of marine life. It accommodates hundreds of varieties o
76、f fish, including sharks, dolphins and shelled marine animals. With its breathtaking marine scenery, the park has attracted more than 100, 000 tourists from all over the country since its opening last month. The Sea World is thought to be a must for marine life lovers. Taking a walk in this fantasti
77、c world is not just a time of relaxation. You will definitely find your trip enjoyable and rewarding.答案：Paragraph 1:The boy happily ran to us and asked, Would you take a donation from children? Lisa and I looked at each other. We couldnt believe such a little boy would care. Though we didnt believe
78、it, we said yes. The boy put his hand in his pocket and took out some five-dollar bills. He said, I just asked for them from my mother. I really want to help the children suffering from cancer.Paragraph 2: Both Lisa and I were deeply touched. We thanked the boy, but he left soon. Looking at his back, both Lisa and I were greatly encouraged. We wanted to try harder to raise money. So instead of just standing there, we went to people and told them about our program. At the end of the day, we raised over three thousand dollars, a lot more than Lisa and I had expected in the beginning.
