1、2021届高三英语下学期模拟试题3（含解析）（满分：120分，时间：100分钟）第一部分阅读理解(共两节，满分50分)第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。A2020济南市高三模拟New York Walking ToursStatue of Liberty and Ellis Island Walking TourStart this exciting guided 4hour tour by getting early Reserve Line Access boarding on the ferry to
2、Liberty Island. Once there, go inside the base of the statue and head to the observation decks for an awesome view of New York City and its surroundings. Then come back on the ferry to Ellis Island to learn about the history of immigration(移民入境) to America that took place here between 1892 and 1954.
3、Central Park Walking TourWalk through Central Parks most picturesque highlights on a 2hour tour with a professional photographer. Remember your New York City adventure with unforgettable images of you with family or friends as you circle the towers at Belvedere Castle, and walk through paths with fl
4、owers in the Conservatory Garden, or feed the swans by the Loeb Boathouse.New York City Architecture Walking TourLearn about the history of the buildings that define the New York City skyline on a 3hour walking architecture tour. Walk down the famous 42nd Street corridor with a longtime New York res
5、ident(居民) and architectural expert, stopping along the way to learn about Midtown Manhattans most iconic structures like the Chrysler Building, Grand Central Station and the New York Public Library.Greenwich Village Walking TourGreenwich Village is one of New York Citys most beautiful and famous nei
6、ghborhoods. Take a guided 2hour walking tour of this legendary Lower Manhattan space. Hear about the famous artists who once lived here, from Edgar Allan Poe to Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix and countless others. Walk the winding streets and visit popular Washington Square Park, reliving more than 200 yea
7、rs of history.1Why do tourists visit Ellis Island?ATo know about American immigration history.BTo explore the surroundings of the island.CTo get a whole view of New York City.DTo observe Statue of Liberty closely.2Who will go with tourists on Central Park Walking Tour?AAn experienced guide. BAn arch
8、itectural expert.CA professional photographer. DA longtime New York resident.3Which tour takes the longest time?ACentral Park Walking Tour.BGreenwich Village Walking Tour.CNew York City Architecture Walking Tour.DStatue of Liberty and Ellis Island Walking Tour.4What can tourists do on Greenwich Vill
9、age Walking Tour?ATake unforgettable pictures. BCome across Bob Dylan.CVisit New York Public Library. DLearn about famous artists.B2020惠州市高三第一次调研 When I was a boy, our extended, immigrant family would sometimes gather at my aunts tiny house over the summer. Relatives from all over the country would
10、come to visit. The adults would crowd together in the living room to talk and catch up on each others lives. And the kids would be sent out into the front yard to play when dinner was slowly cooked for all of us.Those were the days before video games, smart phones, and motorized toys, so we often en
11、ded up playing an old game. I remember one of those moments especially. As I was the youngest and smallest of all the kids there, I got caught first and couldnt catch anyone else. My brothers and cousins were all too fast for me, and I grew more and more frustrated. Finally my face fell first into t
12、he dirt. I got up with tears forming in my eyes. Then I saw one of my female cousins Susan standing there. She started to run but was going much slower than before. I easily caught up and seized her. Then she turned to me, smiled, and said，“Im it! Youd better run！” I ran off laughing with glee while
13、 she turned and started to chase others.Now I see how her act of kindness that day saved me from sadness and made my joy return. It didnt matter that we hardly ever saw each other. I know we are family and she loves me.In her wonderful book Box of Butterflies, Roma Downey writes, “We are all one, we
14、 all belong to each other, and we are one big, beautiful family.” Perhaps it is time we all started to treat each other that way. Perhaps it is time we shared our love, our kindness, our laughter, and our joy with everyone without fear. Perhaps it is time to finally and forever bring this world toge
15、ther in one big family reunion.4When the adults were chatting, the kids would _.Aplay video games Bsit in the front yardClearn to cook dinner Dplay traditional games5The author was able to catch Susan because _.Athe others ran too fast Bthe author was good at runningCSusan gave her a chance DSusan w
16、anted to chase others6What can be inferred from the passage?AThe author is grateful for what Susan did to her.BThe author cant meet Susan any more.CThe author urges others to love their family.DThe author believes the world will become a big family.7What could be the best title of the passage?AA mem
17、ory of my childhood BSharing of goodness unites usCKindness brightens our life DA good deed is invaluableC2020河南省高考适应性测试 Every year between May and September, all 54 employees of Basecamp, a Chicagobased web application company, have a short work week：just four daysa total of 32 hours. Also, they us
18、ually work five days a week for the rest of the year.“Thats plenty of time to get great work done. This is all we expect and all we want from people，” says Jason Fried，a cofounder. “Working 50，60， or 70plus hours is unnecessary. In fact, if you have to work 50， 60， or 70plus hours a week, theres a m
19、anagement problem.”The companys summer workload must fit reduced hours, Mr.Fried insists, otherwise the benefits of a shorter weekto recover from work, enjoy time with family and pursue(追求) outside interestswould be undone.His new research finds that it is not just long hours that are harmful to emp
20、loyees physical and mental health. It is also the intensity (强度) of work. Moreover, it suggests that intense work harms career prospects. That is because unbearable hours and intensity are in the opposite direction, reducing the quality of the work.The research concludes that the level of intensity
21、we apply to the work we do is generally “a stronger predictor of unfavorable outcomes than overtime work”The research compared people of similar jobs and education levels, and found they were more likely to suffer poorer happiness and worse career prospects, including satisfaction, security and prom
22、otion, when they worked at an intense level for long periods.8What do we know about Basecamps fourday work week?AIt lasts nearly half a year.BThe work pressure is too high.CThere are some management problems.DEmployees work more than 8 hours a day.9What does Mr.Fried intend to say in Paragraph 2?AGi
23、ven plenty of time, people can do more.BTo get work done well needs plenty of time.CPeople can do a job very well in a short work week.DA long work week is appropriate for reduced workload.10What does the research mentioned in the text want to tell us?AGetting much more rest. BImproving work quality
24、.CRefusing a fiveday work week. DAvoiding working too intensely.11What can be the best title for this passage?AMore Work, More Profits BLess Work, Less BenefitsCShorter Week, Better Reward DLonger Hours, Higher IntensityD2020济南高三模拟 We humans love to stare into our smart devices. We gaze for hoursabo
25、ut 10 hours and 39 minutes a dayat our computers, smartphones, tablets and televisions. Is all this staring bad for us? It might be, mainly because as we stare at our devices we are exposing ourselves to blue light.Blue light is a type of electromagnetic(电磁的) radiation with a very short wavelength t
26、hat produces a high amount of energy. While its true that light can damage our eyes under certain circumstances, theres no scientific evidence suggesting that blue light is harmful to our eyes. But many people still think it is, which is why bluelightblocking glasses are so popular. So do the glasse
27、s work?“Everyone is very concerned that blue light may be causing damage to the eye, but theres no evidence that it may be causing serious damage，” Dr.Rahul Khurana, clinical spokesman for the American Academy of Ophthalmology, told Business Insider.Blue light exposure is nothing new. In fact, the s
28、un is the largest source of blue light. Moreover, blue light is also present in LED light. But if blue light isnt harmful, then why are we constantly rubbing our eyes when were looking at our screens? The answer is eyestrain(眼疲劳)：More than 60 percent of people experience eye problems associated with
29、 digital eyestrain. And blue light, it seems, isnt the cause. Instead，our eyes are so strained because most of us blink less when we stare at our digital devices. So if eyestrain is the issue, bluelightblocking glasses are probably of little use.12What do we know about blue light?AIt is a kind of nu
30、clear radiation. BIt has the shortest wavelength. CIt may come from electronic devices. DIt consumes a great deal of energy.13What causes the popularity of bluelightblocking glasses?AEvidence of their benefits to eyes.BBelief in blue lights harmful effect.CWidespread use of smart devices.DScientific
31、 understanding of blue light.14What can be inferred from Paragraph 4?ABlue light exposure is hardly avoidable.BEye problems are not easy to deal with.CBlue light may connect with tired eyes.DRubbing eyes makes people strained.15According to the text, wearing bluelightblocking glasses may be _.Atirin
32、g Bharmful Cuseless Dbeneficial第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5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。Public Speaking2020南昌市重点中学高三年级段考试题 Public speaking can be defined as the act of making a speech in front of a group of listeners.The types of public speaking are deliberately structured with three genera
33、l purposes：to inform, to persuade and to entertain the audience. An informative speech has a purpose to inform, or give knowledge to its audience. _16_ For persuasive speech, the speaker would try to change the mindset, perception, or behavior of the audience for their own good. Thus, the speaker ne
34、eds to look for common ground with the audience and try to relate to what they might agree on. The last type is a ceremonial speech. It tends to be less formal and more personal than the other types of speeches. No matter how well you know the person you are giving speech to, try not to say bad thin
35、gs about them, even if it is meant to be a joke._17_ Sparing some time to practice will help build confidence and help determine how long the presentation will last. Aside from it, knowing who the audience will be is quite necessary. Try to get as much information as possible regarding this particul
36、ar area related to the audience. Knowing the “battlefield” in advance will give the speakers a huge advantage.Language is the main aspect a speaker needs to pay attention to while giving a speech. _18_ A speaker needs to choose their words carefully and make it clear to the audience what they mean.
37、Often, when given a speech, the audience look to the speaker to give them something new and useful. _19_ Language and delivery(演讲方式) alone will not be sufficient if the speaker does not have the body language. The movement and gesture of a speaker also affect the audience. While closing the speech o
38、r presentation, speakers can restate their main points, just to remind the audience of the important things that have been said. _20_AIt needs to be used clearly.BThese speeches mark special occasions.CThe important thing to watch about is not to put in too much information.DThe key of perfecting an
39、ything is through practice, including public speaking.EThey can also end it with a special message and encourage the audience to ask questions. FKnowing how public speaking is done is a key part in understanding the importance of it. GThus, the speaker needs to know how to deliver their speech to fu
40、lfill the audiences expectation.第二部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。Everybody seemed to pay more attention to my little sister Lisa. Id _21_ enough of this bigsister thing!So I decided to leave, with my favorite toys and other _22_ like clothes. Mothe
41、r _23_ my running away. However, she was not as upset as she should be, “Are you going to Grandmas？”I didnt _24_ her and went out. So focused on my leaving, I was unaware Mother was _25_ me. Finally I got to Grandmas. _26_ I even knocked, the door opened. I realized Mother had _27_ ahead.Mother came
42、 in and sat down, patting her thigh (大腿), “Come here.” I didnt want to, but I was hot and tired, so I _28_ her thigh. She pushed my hair behind my ear and asked _29_， “Dear, why have you left？” And it all came out：“Its _30_ and all the time with Lisa, I get into trouble.”Taking my face in her hands,
43、 Mum said, “I dont want you to be so _31_. If its hard for you, Ill call the orphanage and send her away tomorrow.” I started to _32_ and I begged her, “No. Dont send her away！” Seeming _33_， Mother agreed.Afterwards, whenever we have a _34_， if I say, “Mum, Lisas being mean to me！” Mum smiles, “You
44、 had your _35_.”21A.seen Bhad Cdone Dthought22A.necessities Bfacilities Cvaluables Dtools23A.monitored Benjoyed Cignored Dnoticed24A.forgive Banswer Cwatch Daccept25A.seeking Bfollowing Cmissing Dscolding26A.Before BWhen CUntil DAfter27A.called Barrived Cknown Dasked28A.pushed away Bfell off Cgot on
45、 Dheld onto29A.quickly Bimpatiently Cunhappily Dgently30A.unimportant Bimproper Cunfair Dimpolite31A.ridiculous Bsad Cunconfident Dnervous32A.cry Blaugh Cnod Djump33A.puzzled Bunsatisfied Cexhausted Dunwilling34A.discussion Bplan Cquarrel Dchoice35A.life Bchance Cexperience Dfortune第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分
46、，满分15分)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。2020石家庄市重点高中高三毕业班摸底考试 Translated fiction sales in the United Kingdom 36._ (rise) by 5.5 percent last year, with growing demand for Chinese titles, said Nielsen Book on Wednesday.British newspaper The Guardian featured Liu Cixins The ThreeBody Problem and Jin Yo
47、ngs A Hero Born in its report on this trend 37._(say) that both “sold strongly” in 2018.The research, by the International Booker Prize (formerly known as the Man Booker International Prize), shows more than 2.6 million 38._(copy) of translated titles 39._ (sell) in 2018, at an estimated value of 20
48、.7 million, the highest ever since Nielsen started the study in 2001.Fiammetta Rocco, from the International Booker Prize, said, “Reading fiction is one of the best ways we have of putting 40._(we) in other peoples shoes. The rise in sales of translated fiction shows 41._ hungry so many British read
49、ers are for terrific writing from other countries.”To Anna Holmwood 42._ news is a signal that “a new era has arrived”. Holmwood, who translated A Hero Born, told China Daily, “Its a big moment 43._ Chinese fiction abroad.”Holmwood has worked as a literary agent and 44._ (translate) for nine years,
50、and has seen firsthand how Chinese titles continue to gain a greater audience worldwide,45._ (particular) in the English-speaking world.第三部分写作(共两节，满分40分)第一节(满分15分)假定你是李华，近期你校要举行以“古韵展新风( Ancient Art and New Stage)”为主题的校运动会开幕式，请你写一封电子邮件邀请留学生朋友Peter来观看。要点如下：1写信目的；2开幕式时间；3特色节目(太极拳表演等)。注意：1词数80左右；2可以适当增加
51、细节，以使行文连贯。_第二节(满分25分)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。“What do you think about my audition (试奏) yesterday? My trill (颤音) should have been better, dont you think？” Abbie asked Mel and closed the lid of her violin case before school.“Its no big deal, Abbie，” Mel said as they walked ou
52、t the door. Mel didnt have time to worry about her little sisters mood. It turned out to be a busy day. She had a test in science class. She hit two home runs in softball. After school, she and her friends talked about their summer plans.She forgot about the audition results until Abbie dragged her
53、to the music room. Mel thought shed probably be in the first violins.Mel and Abbie found the list of names on the board. Abbie. Concertmaster. Abbie screamed, “I cant believe it！” “I cant wait to tell Mum and Dad！” Abbie rushed toward home. Mel kept reading. Mel. Second violins. What? There had to b
54、e some mistake. Shed figure out tomorrow.When Mel got home, Abbie was playing her audition piece there. Music poured from Abbies bow like water from a teapot pure and perfect. And the trill sounded like a bird singing. Abbie was good really good but that wasnt the point. “Mr. Benson must have made a
55、 mistake，” Mel thought.The next morning, Mel slipped into the music room. Gathering her courage, Mel said, “Mr. Benson, I want to talk to you about the orchestra (管弦乐队) seats.”“Yes you must be proud of your sister，” Mr. Benson smiled. “Abbie is a rare student. If she continues to practice hard and g
56、row as a musician, she could become a professional. Then well look back on our little orchestra and think about how lucky we were.”Mel froze as there wasnt any mix up. _After school, Mel found Abbie on a bench outside, playing the violin. _2021年高考英语冲刺全真模拟卷【新高考】（三）（满分：120分，时间：100分钟）第一部分阅读理解(共两节，满分50分
57、)第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。A2020济南市高三模拟New York Walking ToursStatue of Liberty and Ellis Island Walking TourStart this exciting guided 4hour tour by getting early Reserve Line Access boarding on the ferry to Liberty Island. Once there, go inside the base of the stat
58、ue and head to the observation decks for an awesome view of New York City and its surroundings. Then come back on the ferry to Ellis Island to learn about the history of immigration(移民入境) to America that took place here between 1892 and 1954.Central Park Walking TourWalk through Central Parks most p
59、icturesque highlights on a 2hour tour with a professional photographer. Remember your New York City adventure with unforgettable images of you with family or friends as you circle the towers at Belvedere Castle, and walk through paths with flowers in the Conservatory Garden, or feed the swans by the
60、 Loeb Boathouse.New York City Architecture Walking TourLearn about the history of the buildings that define the New York City skyline on a 3hour walking architecture tour. Walk down the famous 42nd Street corridor with a longtime New York resident(居民) and architectural expert, stopping along the way
61、 to learn about Midtown Manhattans most iconic structures like the Chrysler Building, Grand Central Station and the New York Public Library.Greenwich Village Walking TourGreenwich Village is one of New York Citys most beautiful and famous neighborhoods. Take a guided 2hour walking tour of this legen
62、dary Lower Manhattan space. Hear about the famous artists who once lived here, from Edgar Allan Poe to Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix and countless others. Walk the winding streets and visit popular Washington Square Park, reliving more than 200 years of history.1Why do tourists visit Ellis Island?ATo know
63、 about American immigration history.BTo explore the surroundings of the island.CTo get a whole view of New York City.DTo observe Statue of Liberty closely.2Who will go with tourists on Central Park Walking Tour?AAn experienced guide. BAn architectural expert.CA professional photographer. DA longtime
64、 New York resident.3Which tour takes the longest time?ACentral Park Walking Tour.BGreenwich Village Walking Tour.CNew York City Architecture Walking Tour.DStatue of Liberty and Ellis Island Walking Tour.4What can tourists do on Greenwich Village Walking Tour?ATake unforgettable pictures. BCome acros
65、s Bob Dylan.CVisit New York Public Library. DLearn about famous artists.体裁：应用文题材：旅游主题：纽约徒步旅行【文章大意】该文介绍了四个在纽约进行徒步旅行的项目。【熟词生义】head常用义：n.头例句：Nancy shook her head，frowning.南希皱着眉摇了摇头。本句义：v.朝(某方向)行进例句：We were heading towards Paris when our car broke down.我们在去巴黎的路上车出了故障。【难句分析】Then come back on the ferry to
66、 Ellis Island to learn about the history of immigration(移民入境) to America that took place here between 1892 and 1954.分析：本句是一个祈使句也是一个主从复合句。that引导定语从句，在从句中作主语，修饰先行词the history of immigration(移民入境) to America。译文：接下来返回到渡船上，去埃利斯岛了解一下发生在这里的1892年到1954年间的移民入境美国的历史。1A考查细节理解。根据Statue of Liberty and Ellis Islan
67、d Walking Tour部分的最后一句“Then come back on the ferry to Ellis Island to learn about the history of immigration(移民入境) to America that took place here between 1892 and 1954”可知，旅游者参观埃利斯岛的目的是了解移民美国的历史。故选A。2C考查细节理解。根据Central Park Walking Tour部分的第一句“Walk through Central Parks most picturesque highlights on a
68、 2hour tour with a professional photographer”可知，在中央公园的徒步旅行中会有一个专业摄影师和旅游者在一起。3D考查细节理解。根据Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Walking Tour部分第一句中的“Start this exciting guided 4hour tour”可知，这个徒步旅行需要4个小时。而其他三个徒步旅行需要的时间分别是：2个小时，3个小时，2个小时。故选D。4D考查细节理解。根据最后一段第三句“Hear about the famous artists who once lived her
69、e, from Edgar Allan Poe to Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix and countless others”可知，游客可以通过Greenwich Village Walking Tour这个徒步旅行项目去了解著名的艺术家。B2020惠州市高三第一次调研 When I was a boy, our extended, immigrant family would sometimes gather at my aunts tiny house over the summer. Relatives from all over the country would c
70、ome to visit. The adults would crowd together in the living room to talk and catch up on each others lives. And the kids would be sent out into the front yard to play when dinner was slowly cooked for all of us.Those were the days before video games, smart phones, and motorized toys, so we often end
71、ed up playing an old game. I remember one of those moments especially. As I was the youngest and smallest of all the kids there, I got caught first and couldnt catch anyone else. My brothers and cousins were all too fast for me, and I grew more and more frustrated. Finally my face fell first into th
72、e dirt. I got up with tears forming in my eyes. Then I saw one of my female cousins Susan standing there. She started to run but was going much slower than before. I easily caught up and seized her. Then she turned to me, smiled, and said，“Im it! Youd better run！” I ran off laughing with glee while
73、she turned and started to chase others.Now I see how her act of kindness that day saved me from sadness and made my joy return. It didnt matter that we hardly ever saw each other. I know we are family and she loves me.In her wonderful book Box of Butterflies, Roma Downey writes, “We are all one, we
74、all belong to each other, and we are one big, beautiful family.” Perhaps it is time we all started to treat each other that way. Perhaps it is time we shared our love, our kindness, our laughter, and our joy with everyone without fear. Perhaps it is time to finally and forever bring this world toget
75、her in one big family reunion.4When the adults were chatting, the kids would _.Aplay video games Bsit in the front yardClearn to cook dinner Dplay traditional games5The author was able to catch Susan because _.Athe others ran too fast Bthe author was good at runningCSusan gave her a chance DSusan wa
76、nted to chase others6What can be inferred from the passage?AThe author is grateful for what Susan did to her.BThe author cant meet Susan any more.CThe author urges others to love their family.DThe author believes the world will become a big family.7What could be the best title of the passage?AA memo
77、ry of my childhood BSharing of goodness unites usCKindness brightens our life DA good deed is invaluable体裁：记叙文主题语境：人与自我个人经历善意使我们团结【文章大意】本文主要讲述了一个移民大家庭中爱与善的分享使全家团结一致的温馨故事。4D考查细节理解。根据第一段最后一句中的“the kids would be sent out into the front yard to play”以及第二段第一句“Those were the days.playing an old game”可知，当大
78、人们聊天时，孩子们在前院里玩传统的游戏，故正确答案为D。5C考查推理判断。根据第二段的内容，尤其是“She started to run but was going much slower than before. I easily caught up and seized her”可推知，Susan看到作者哭了，给了作者一个机会，让作者能够抓住她，故正确答案为C。6A考查推理判断。根据第三段的内容，尤其是第一句可推知，作者很感激Susan为她做的事，故选A。7B考查标题判断。根据最后一段并结合文章其他内容可知，本文主要讲述了作者通过童年时和兄弟姐妹做游戏的一次经历得出分享善意使我们团结的结论
79、。故B项最适合作本文的标题。C2020河南省高考适应性测试 Every year between May and September, all 54 employees of Basecamp, a Chicagobased web application company, have a short work week：just four daysa total of 32 hours. Also, they usually work five days a week for the rest of the year.“Thats plenty of time to get great wor
80、k done. This is all we expect and all we want from people，” says Jason Fried，a cofounder. “Working 50，60， or 70plus hours is unnecessary. In fact, if you have to work 50， 60， or 70plus hours a week, theres a management problem.”The companys summer workload must fit reduced hours, Mr.Fried insists, o
81、therwise the benefits of a shorter weekto recover from work, enjoy time with family and pursue(追求) outside interestswould be undone.His new research finds that it is not just long hours that are harmful to employees physical and mental health. It is also the intensity (强度) of work. Moreover, it sugg
82、ests that intense work harms career prospects. That is because unbearable hours and intensity are in the opposite direction, reducing the quality of the work.The research concludes that the level of intensity we apply to the work we do is generally “a stronger predictor of unfavorable outcomes than
83、overtime work”The research compared people of similar jobs and education levels, and found they were more likely to suffer poorer happiness and worse career prospects, including satisfaction, security and promotion, when they worked at an intense level for long periods.8What do we know about Basecam
84、ps fourday work week?AIt lasts nearly half a year.BThe work pressure is too high.CThere are some management problems.DEmployees work more than 8 hours a day.9What does Mr.Fried intend to say in Paragraph 2?AGiven plenty of time, people can do more.BTo get work done well needs plenty of time.CPeople
85、can do a job very well in a short work week.DA long work week is appropriate for reduced workload.10What does the research mentioned in the text want to tell us?AGetting much more rest. BImproving work quality.CRefusing a fiveday work week. DAvoiding working too intensely.11What can be the best titl
86、e for this passage?AMore Work, More Profits BLess Work, Less BenefitsCShorter Week, Better Reward DLonger Hours, Higher Intensity体裁：说明文题材：社会文化主题：较短的工作周的好处【文章大意】本文以一家总部位于芝加哥的网络应用公司Basecamp的54名员工将近半年时间每周只工作4天，共32小时的情况为例说明了较短的工作周有益于人们的身心健康，并以一项研究来证明。8A细节理解题。根据第一段可知，一家总部位于芝加哥的网络应用公司Basecamp的54名员工在每年5月到9
87、月期间每周的工作时间都很短：只有四天，共32小时，持续5个月，大概半年时间，故选A项。9C推理判断题。根据第二段中的“Working 50，60，or 70plus hours is unnecessary. In fact, if you have to work 50，60，or 70plus hours a week, theres a management problem.”可知，弗里德先生认为一周工作五六十个小时，甚至七十几个小时是没有必要的。如果真这么做了，反而会出现管理上的问题，由此推知，弗里德先生认为人们可以在短时间内把工作做好，故选C项。10D推理判断题。根据题干中的the
88、research可定位到文章的第四至六段，通读这几段，尤其是第四段可知，这个新研究发现长时间工作不只对员工的身心健康有害，工作的强度也会影响员工的职业前景。这是因为难以忍受的工作时长和工作强度会降低工作质量，第五、六两段进一步说明了长时间高强度工作的坏处，由此可以推知，该研究是建议人们要避免高强度工作，故选D项。11C主旨大意题。文章第一、二段以一家总部位于芝加哥的网络应用公司Basecamp为例，说明了较短的工作周的好处。第三段介绍了较短的工作周的好处。第四至六段介绍了一项有关工作时长和工作强度对人的影响的研究更进一步印证了较短工作周对人身心方面的益处。由此可知C项最能概括全文内容。D202
89、0济南高三模拟 We humans love to stare into our smart devices. We gaze for hoursabout 10 hours and 39 minutes a dayat our computers, smartphones, tablets and televisions. Is all this staring bad for us? It might be, mainly because as we stare at our devices we are exposing ourselves to blue light.Blue ligh
90、t is a type of electromagnetic(电磁的) radiation with a very short wavelength that produces a high amount of energy. While its true that light can damage our eyes under certain circumstances, theres no scientific evidence suggesting that blue light is harmful to our eyes. But many people still think it
91、 is, which is why bluelightblocking glasses are so popular. So do the glasses work?“Everyone is very concerned that blue light may be causing damage to the eye, but theres no evidence that it may be causing serious damage，” Dr.Rahul Khurana, clinical spokesman for the American Academy of Ophthalmolo
92、gy, told Business Insider.Blue light exposure is nothing new. In fact, the sun is the largest source of blue light. Moreover, blue light is also present in LED light. But if blue light isnt harmful, then why are we constantly rubbing our eyes when were looking at our screens? The answer is eyestrain
93、(眼疲劳)：More than 60 percent of people experience eye problems associated with digital eyestrain. And blue light, it seems, isnt the cause. Instead，our eyes are so strained because most of us blink less when we stare at our digital devices. So if eyestrain is the issue, bluelightblocking glasses are p
94、robably of little use.12What do we know about blue light?AIt is a kind of nuclear radiation. BIt has the shortest wavelength. CIt may come from electronic devices. DIt consumes a great deal of energy.13What causes the popularity of bluelightblocking glasses?AEvidence of their benefits to eyes.BBelie
95、f in blue lights harmful effect.CWidespread use of smart devices.DScientific understanding of blue light.14What can be inferred from Paragraph 4?ABlue light exposure is hardly avoidable.BEye problems are not easy to deal with.CBlue light may connect with tired eyes.DRubbing eyes makes people straine
96、d.15According to the text, wearing bluelightblocking glasses may be _.Atiring Bharmful Cuseless Dbeneficial体裁：议论文题材：社会生活主题：蓝光是否对眼睛有害【文章大意】该文主要探讨了蓝光是否对我们的眼睛有害的问题。【难句分析】While its true that light can damage our eyes under certain circumstances，theres no scientific evidence suggesting that blue light is
97、 harmful to our eyes.分析：本句是一个主从复合句while引导让步状语从句；第一个that引导主语从句；第二个that引导宾语从句，在从句中不作句子成分。译文：尽管在某些情况下光会伤害我们的眼睛是真的，但是没有科学证据表明蓝光对我们的眼睛有害。12C考查推理判断。根据第一段最后一句“It might be, mainly because as we stare at our devices we are exposing ourselves to blue light”可推知，电子设备会发出蓝光。【干扰项分析】A项、B项和D项与第二段第一句“Blue light is a
98、type of electromagnetic(电磁的) radiation with a very short wavelength that produces a high amount of energy”所表达的信息不符，故排除。13B考查细节理解。根据第二段中的“theres no scientific evidence suggesting that blue light is harmful to our eyes.But many people still think it is, which is why bluelightblocking glasses are so po
99、pular”可知，防蓝光眼镜流行的原因是人们认为蓝光会对眼睛有害。14A考查推理判断。根据第四段的前三句“Blue light exposure is nothing new. In fact, the sun is the largest source of blue light. Moreover，blue light is also present in LED light”可知，阳光是蓝光最大的来源，而且蓝光也存在LED灯中。由此可推知，接触蓝光几乎是不可避免的。15C考查细节理解。根据最后一段最后一句“So if eyestrain is the issue，bluelightblo
100、cking glasses are probably of little use”可知，戴防蓝光眼镜可能是没有用处的。第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5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。Public Speaking2020南昌市重点中学高三年级段考试题 Public speaking can be defined as the act of making a speech in front of a group of listeners.The types of public speaking are deliberately
101、structured with three general purposes：to inform, to persuade and to entertain the audience. An informative speech has a purpose to inform, or give knowledge to its audience. _16_ For persuasive speech, the speaker would try to change the mindset, perception, or behavior of the audience for their ow
102、n good. Thus, the speaker needs to look for common ground with the audience and try to relate to what they might agree on. The last type is a ceremonial speech. It tends to be less formal and more personal than the other types of speeches. No matter how well you know the person you are giving speech
103、 to, try not to say bad things about them, even if it is meant to be a joke._17_ Sparing some time to practice will help build confidence and help determine how long the presentation will last. Aside from it, knowing who the audience will be is quite necessary. Try to get as much information as poss
104、ible regarding this particular area related to the audience. Knowing the “battlefield” in advance will give the speakers a huge advantage.Language is the main aspect a speaker needs to pay attention to while giving a speech. _18_ A speaker needs to choose their words carefully and make it clear to t
105、he audience what they mean. Often, when given a speech, the audience look to the speaker to give them something new and useful. _19_ Language and delivery(演讲方式) alone will not be sufficient if the speaker does not have the body language. The movement and gesture of a speaker also affect the audience
106、. While closing the speech or presentation, speakers can restate their main points, just to remind the audience of the important things that have been said. _20_AIt needs to be used clearly.BThese speeches mark special occasions.CThe important thing to watch about is not to put in too much informati
107、on.DThe key of perfecting anything is through practice, including public speaking.EThey can also end it with a special message and encourage the audience to ask questions. FKnowing how public speaking is done is a key part in understanding the importance of it. GThus, the speaker needs to know how t
108、o deliver their speech to fulfill the audiences expectation.体裁：说明文题材：人际关系主题：如何成为“每日英雄”【文章大意】小小的善举却能带来巨大的改变。本文告诉读者如何通过小小的善举成为“每日英雄”，从而让我们的生活更加美好。16F上文提到小小的善举可以带来巨大的改变，Being an everyday hero(成为每日英雄)可以让世界更加美好。而下文又提到了Being an everyday hero的一些方法，所以设空处应为承上启下的过渡句。故F项(如果你想成为每日英雄，那么请每天花五分钟的时间来成为这样的英雄)符合语境。17
109、D本段主旨是要保持清洁，而设空处前一句提到“如果你在家里，要整理好自己的东西。”，因此，设空处应承接上文所表达的含义，故D项(不要弄得一团糟，让别人去清理)符合语境。18G上文提到“尽管你可能没有办法了解每个人的挣扎，但你可以给他们无条件的善良和耐心”，后文提到“或许，快餐员还有两份其他的工作，又要照顾家里的孩子”。因此，G项(或许，这位脾气不好的老人正经受着病痛折磨)既能体现出人的挣扎，又与后面的Maybe.构成排比句式，故G项符合语境。19B设空处为本段的首句，应为本段的主旨句，而本段内容主要是我们要向有需要的人提供帮助，故B项(帮助那些正在奋斗的人)符合语境。B项中的Help someo
110、ne与设空后的whether someone needs help相呼应。20C设空处为本段的首句，应为本段的主旨句。本段内容主要是我们可以捐赠一些东西，这样的方式也可以为很多人带来益处，故C项(选择捐赠你用过的东西)符合语境。第二部分语言运用(共两节，满分30分)第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。Everybody seemed to pay more attention to my little sister Lisa. Id _21_ enough of this bigsister thi
111、ng!So I decided to leave, with my favorite toys and other _22_ like clothes. Mother _23_ my running away. However, she was not as upset as she should be, “Are you going to Grandmas？”I didnt _24_ her and went out. So focused on my leaving, I was unaware Mother was _25_ me. Finally I got to Grandmas.
112、_26_ I even knocked, the door opened. I realized Mother had _27_ ahead.Mother came in and sat down, patting her thigh (大腿), “Come here.” I didnt want to, but I was hot and tired, so I _28_ her thigh. She pushed my hair behind my ear and asked _29_， “Dear, why have you left？” And it all came out：“Its
113、 _30_ and all the time with Lisa, I get into trouble.”Taking my face in her hands, Mum said, “I dont want you to be so _31_. If its hard for you, Ill call the orphanage and send her away tomorrow.” I started to _32_ and I begged her, “No. Dont send her away！” Seeming _33_， Mother agreed.Afterwards,
114、whenever we have a _34_， if I say, “Mum, Lisas being mean to me！” Mum smiles, “You had your _35_.”21A.seen Bhad Cdone Dthought22A.necessities Bfacilities Cvaluables Dtools23A.monitored Benjoyed Cignored Dnoticed24A.forgive Banswer Cwatch Daccept25A.seeking Bfollowing Cmissing Dscolding26A.Before BWh
115、en CUntil DAfter27A.called Barrived Cknown Dasked28A.pushed away Bfell off Cgot on Dheld onto29A.quickly Bimpatiently Cunhappily Dgently30A.unimportant Bimproper Cunfair Dimpolite31A.ridiculous Bsad Cunconfident Dnervous32A.cry Blaugh Cnod Djump33A.puzzled Bunsatisfied Cexhausted Dunwilling34A.discu
116、ssion Bplan Cquarrel Dchoice35A.life Bchance Cexperience Dfortune【文章大意】本文是记叙文。每个人似乎都更关注我的妹妹Lisa，我受够了，决定带着我最爱的玩具和衣服等必需品去奶奶家，在我去奶奶家的路上，妈妈一路偷偷跟着我，最后妈妈用一种特殊的方式使我接受了妹妹。21B根据语境可知，每个人似乎都更关注我的妹妹Lisa，我已经受够了。have had enough of sth.意为“再也忍受不住，受够了”，为固定短语。22A由空后的“like clothes”并结合常识可知，此处表示其他的必需品，比如衣服。necessity意为“必
117、需品”；valuables意为“贵重物品”。23D根据下文中的“Are you going to Grandmas？”可知，妈妈注意到了我要离开。24B根据上文妈妈问我的去向可知，此处表示我没有回答妈妈的话就走了出去。25B根据语境可知，我专注于离开，没有觉察妈妈一直跟着(following)我。26A根据语境可知，甚至在我敲门之前，门就开了。我意识到妈妈已经提前打过电话了。27A参见上题解析。28C根据语境并结合该句中的“I was hot and tired”可知，妈妈走进来坐下，拍了拍大腿让我过去；我不想去，但由于我又热又累，所以我坐到妈妈的腿上。故选C。29D根据该句中的“She pu
118、shed my hair behind my ear”以及“Dear”并结合语境可知，妈妈轻柔地问我为什么离开。30C根据文章第一段可知，大家都非常关注Lisa，我受够了，所以才离家出走。此处应表示我觉得这是不公平的。31B根据语境并结合选项可知，妈妈不想让我如此难过。32A根据上文中的“Ill call the orphanage and send her away tomorrow”以及下文中的“No. Dont send her away！”可知，此处应是我哭了，恳求妈妈不要把Lisa送走。33D根据语境可知，妈妈同意了我的请求，但是看起来不情愿。34C根据语境可知，从那以后，无论何时我
119、们发生争吵(quarrel)，如果我说：“妈妈，Lisa对我很刻薄！”妈妈就笑着说：“你有过机会(chance)。”35B参见上题解析。第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)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。2020石家庄市重点高中高三毕业班摸底考试 Translated fiction sales in the United Kingdom 36._ (rise) by 5.5 percent last year, with growing demand for Chinese titles, said Nielsen Book on Wednesda
120、y.British newspaper The Guardian featured Liu Cixins The ThreeBody Problem and Jin Yongs A Hero Born in its report on this trend 37._(say) that both “sold strongly” in 2018.The research, by the International Booker Prize (formerly known as the Man Booker International Prize), shows more than 2.6 mil
121、lion 38._(copy) of translated titles 39._ (sell) in 2018, at an estimated value of 20.7 million, the highest ever since Nielsen started the study in 2001.Fiammetta Rocco, from the International Booker Prize, said, “Reading fiction is one of the best ways we have of putting 40._(we) in other peoples
122、shoes. The rise in sales of translated fiction shows 41._ hungry so many British readers are for terrific writing from other countries.”To Anna Holmwood 42._ news is a signal that “a new era has arrived”. Holmwood, who translated A Hero Born, told China Daily, “Its a big moment 43._ Chinese fiction
123、abroad.”Holmwood has worked as a literary agent and 44._ (translate) for nine years, and has seen firsthand how Chinese titles continue to gain a greater audience worldwide,45._ (particular) in the English-speaking world.体裁：说明文主题语境：人与社会文学翻译小说销量在英国上升 【文章大意】本文主要介绍了在英国翻译小说销量上升，对中国小说需求增大。36rose考查时态。根据空后
124、的“last year”可知，此处描述的是发生在过去的事情，应用一般过去时，故填rose。37saying考查现在分词。分析句子结构可知，此处作伴随状语，say和句子主语为逻辑上的主谓关系，故填现在分词形式saying。【易错分析】本题考生易错填said，误认为此处缺谓语动词。若此处是谓语动词，那么本句就有两个谓语动词了，这不符合“一句一谓语”原则。38copies考查名词的单复数。copy此处意为“一册”，为可数名词，根据空前的“more than 2.6 million”可知，此处需填其复数形式，故填copies。39were sold考查动词的时态、语态和主谓一致。分析句子可知，主语为复
125、数形式，谓语动词也应用复数形式，又因为时间是2018年，且谓语动词sell与主语是被动关系，故此处需用一般过去时的被动语态。故填were sold。40ourselves考查反身代词。阅读小说是我们所拥有的最好的换位思考的方式之一。put oneself in other peoples shoes“设身处地，处于某人的境地”是固定用法，又由句中的“we”和语境可知，此处应填ourselves。41how考查副词。hungry是形容词，应用副词修饰，又根据语境可知，此处表示被翻译的小说销量的增长表明如此多的英国读者对来自其他国家的优秀文学作品是多么渴望。故填how。42the考查冠词。对Ann
126、a Holmwood来说，这则消息是“新时代到来”的标志。根据语境可知，这则消息就是上文所讲的中国小说在英国销量好的情况，表示特指。故填the。43for考查介词。根据语境并分析句子结构可知，此处表示这对于走向国外的中国小说来说，是一个重要的时机。故填for。44translator考查名词。根据本句中的“worked as a literary agent and”可知，空处词性应与agent相同，应填名词形式，又根据语境可知，此处表示Holmwood作为一名作品经纪人兼译员已经工作9年了。故填translator。45particularly考查词形转换。修饰介词短语需用副词，故填part
127、icular的副词形式particularly。第三部分写作(共两节，满分40分)第一节(满分15分)假定你是李华，近期你校要举行以“古韵展新风( Ancient Art and New Stage)”为主题的校运动会开幕式，请你写一封电子邮件邀请留学生朋友Peter来观看。要点如下：1写信目的；2开幕式时间；3特色节目(太极拳表演等)。注意：1词数80左右；2可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。_【佳作展台】Dear Peter，Im writing to invite you to enjoy our school sports meets opening ceremony with the
128、theme of Ancient Art and New Stage.The opening ceremony to be held on 15th March will be much different from previous ones since it is aimed at promoting sportsmanship through traditional Chinese culture. Chosen students dressed in costume will perform Tai Chi, which must be one of the most attracti
129、ve parts. In addition, traditional Chinese drums will be played. These special performances are sure to impress everyone present.I do hope youll accept my invitation. Look forward to your early reply.Yours sincerely，Li Hua第二节(满分25分)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。“What do you think
130、 about my audition (试奏) yesterday? My trill (颤音) should have been better, dont you think？” Abbie asked Mel and closed the lid of her violin case before school.“Its no big deal, Abbie，” Mel said as they walked out the door. Mel didnt have time to worry about her little sisters mood. It turned out to
131、be a busy day. She had a test in science class. She hit two home runs in softball. After school, she and her friends talked about their summer plans.She forgot about the audition results until Abbie dragged her to the music room. Mel thought shed probably be in the first violins.Mel and Abbie found
132、the list of names on the board. Abbie. Concertmaster. Abbie screamed, “I cant believe it！” “I cant wait to tell Mum and Dad！” Abbie rushed toward home. Mel kept reading. Mel. Second violins. What? There had to be some mistake. Shed figure out tomorrow.When Mel got home, Abbie was playing her auditio
133、n piece there. Music poured from Abbies bow like water from a teapot pure and perfect. And the trill sounded like a bird singing. Abbie was good really good but that wasnt the point. “Mr. Benson must have made a mistake，” Mel thought.The next morning, Mel slipped into the music room. Gathering her c
134、ourage, Mel said, “Mr. Benson, I want to talk to you about the orchestra (管弦乐队) seats.”“Yes you must be proud of your sister，” Mr. Benson smiled. “Abbie is a rare student. If she continues to practice hard and grow as a musician, she could become a professional. Then well look back on our little orc
135、hestra and think about how lucky we were.”Mel froze as there wasnt any mixup._After school, Mel found Abbie on a bench outside, playing the violin._【文章大意】姐姐梅尔爱打垒球，会拉小提琴，而妹妹艾比对小提琴十分专注，勤加练习。姐妹二人同时参加了管弦乐队的试奏，在音乐教室的公告栏前查看结果时，妹妹艾比惊喜地发现自己被选为管弦乐队的首席小提琴手，而姐姐梅尔本以为自己会进入第一小提琴行列，却没想到自己仅被录入第二小提琴组。梅尔怀疑是本森老师搞错了。她内
136、心虽然被艾比的琴声打动，却仍固执地认为是老师搞错了。第二天，梅尔来到音乐教室见本森老师，本森老师夸艾比是不可多得的人才，说梅尔一定很为自己优秀的妹妹感到自豪。【写作指导】根据Paragraph 1的开头“梅尔僵住了，因为这没有任何差错”可以推断出，本段应该描述梅尔在得知真相以后，进行了自我反思，肯定艾比在小提琴方面付出的努力。根据Paragraph 2的开头“放学后梅尔看到艾比坐在外面的长椅上拉小提琴”可推知，接下来的情节走向很有可能是两人会面交谈，梅尔为自己的行为向艾比道歉，并真诚祝贺艾比，肯定她的优秀。【佳作展台】Mel froze as there wasnt any mixup. Sh
137、e realized she was the one whod made a mistake. Her little sister had earned the first chair through efforts and she hadnt even congratulated her. Mel walked down the hall. Most days, she spent her time thinking about softball, her classes and her friends. Every day was so full that she didnt always
138、 practice her violin while Abbie played every day. Determined to make a change, Mel decided to have a talk with Abbie.After school, Mel found Abbie on a bench outside, playing the violin. Mel made up her mind to apologize to Abbie after a brief inner struggle. She cleared her throat and started, “Im
139、 so proud that youre concertmaster. Im sorry Ive been so mean. I guess I was jealous.” Abbie was surprised. “But youre popular, Mel. You get better grades. Youre better at sports. You can do everything.” Mel shook her head. “I cant make a trill like you can.” “You can if you keep practicing.” Abbie smiled and asked if Mel would like to play with her. Mel agreed delightedly.
