1、三水实验中学2015届高三第二次模拟考试（2014-10-14）英语试题本试卷共11页,三大题,满分135分.考试用时120分钟I. 语言知识及应用（共两节，满分45分）第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从115各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。It has been difficult to sit on the bench most of the time, watching my team from the sideline. I always wonder why I am not good enoug
2、h to be on the floor. After endless hours of work and devotion, 1 myself through drill after drill, the last thing I want is to be a cheerleader. The feeling of being 2 is sometimes too much and drives me to 3 on the spot. I often feel as though my 4 are wasted and my time is eaten away, devoted to
3、nothing. It is heartbreaking to be a spectator(观众) for the game I love, knowing that no one has enough faith to give me the chance to 5 on the floor. Tears well up, but I 6 them back. I shouldnt be so 7 over something so silly.Away from the game, Its easier to put my thoughts together, rather than l
4、etting my 8 drive my reasoning. I consider why I am where I am. I have played basketball my whole life. I have a strong 9 for the sport and always have. There is nothing like the 10 of playing: the swish of net, the sweat rolling off my cheeks, even the bruises are battle wounds worn 11 after every
5、game.Even if I dont play much, I participate in every game. I am part of a team of girls who 12 together like a family. I am there for them, as they are for me.Should I move on? Or should I stay with my team and continue playing basketball with great passion just a little longer? The 13 isnt difficu
6、lt when I consider the joy that being part of a team 14 me-not just any team, but my team. I love basketball and my teammates. When I think about that, my 15 from the bench really isnt so bad after all.1. A. supportingB. followingC. pushingD. discovering2. A. worthless B. homelessC. selflessD. carel
7、ess 3. A. struggleB. delayC.stayD. quit 4. A. effortsB. beliefsC. chancesD. experiences5. A. identifyB. performC. respondD. survive6. A. giveB. takeC.holdD. call 7. A. scaredB. upsetC. nervousD. amazed8. A. feelingsB. hardshipsC. possessionsD. achievements9. A. admissionB. passionC. imaginationD. ca
8、ution10. A. excitementB. embarrassment C. disappointmentD. encouragement 来源:学+科+网Z+X+X+K11. A. bravelyB. regretfullyC. painfullyD. proudly 12. A. stickB. addC. fixD. argue13. A. patience B. conflict（冲突）C. decisionD. challenge 14. A. urgesB. controlsC. cheatsD. brings 15. A. intentionB. requestC. amb
9、itionD. view第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，在空格处填入一个适当的词或者括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卡标号为1625的相应位置上。Keeping a diary in English is one of the effective ways to improve our English writing ability. 16 (compare) with other forms of writing, it is shorter and takes _17_ (little) time.
10、 It can help us to develop the habit of thinking in English. _18_ we persist in this practice, gradually well learn how to express ourselves in English. In keeping a diary in English, we certainly run up against many difficulties. In the first place, it often happens _19_ we have trouble _20_ (find)
11、 appreciate words and phrases to give expression to our mind. Secondly, there are many idiomatic ways of saying things in Chinese. And it is extremely hard for us to put _21_ into English properly. As far as I am concerned, my _ 22_(suggest) is that we should always have a notebook and a Chinese-Eng
12、lish dictionary within easy reach. Whenever something _23_ (beat) us , we can first put it down in our notebook and then consult our dictionary. We can also turn to our English teacher for help, if necessary. In short, I believe that it is _24_ great use to keep a diary in English for _25_ developme
13、nt of our writing skills. 阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节 阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AWhen I was a boy growing up in New Jersey in the 1960s, we had a milkman delivering milk to our doorstep. His name was Mr. Basille. He wore a white cap and drove a white truck. As a 5-year-ol
14、d boy, I couldnt take my eyes off the coin changer fixed to his belt. He noticed this one day during a delivery and gave me a quarter out of his coin changer.Of course, he delivered more than milk. There was cheese, eggs and so on. If we needed to change our order, my mother would pen a note-“Please
15、 add a bottle of buttermilk next delivery”-and place it in the box along with the empty bottles. And then, the buttermilk would magically appear.All of this was about more than convenience. There existed a close relationship between families and their milkmen. Mr. Basille even had a key to our house
16、, for those times when it was so cold outside that we put the box indoors, so that the milk wouldnt freeze. And I remember Mr. Basille from time to time taking a break at our kitchen table, having a cup of tea and telling stories about his delivery. There is sadly no home milk delivery today. Big co
17、mpanies allowed the production of cheaper milk, thus making it difficult for milkmen to compete. Besides, milk is for sale everywhere, and it may just not have been practical to have a delivery service. Recently, I saw an old milk box in the countryside. I took it home and planted it on the back por
18、ch （门廊）. Every so often my sons friends will ask what it is. So I start telling stories of my boyhood, and of the milkman who brought us friendship along with his milk.26. Mr. Basille gave the boy a quarter out of his coin changer_. A. to show his magical power B. to satisfy his curiosity C. to pay
19、for the delivery D. to please his mother 27. What does “this” in the third paragraph refer to?来源:学,科,网A. The milkmans magic powerB. The milkmans kindness to meC. The note to change an orderD. The home delivery service 28. What can be inferred from the fact that the milkman had the key to the boys ho
20、use? A. He wanted to have tea there. B. He was a respectable person. C. He was fully trusted by the family.来源:学科网 D. He was treated as a family member. 29. Why does home milk delivery no longer exist? A. It has been driven out of the market. B. Nobody wants to be a milkman now. C. Its service is get
21、ting poor. D. It is forbidden by law.30. Why did the author bring back home an old milk box? A. He planted flowers in it. B. He wanted to tell interesting stories. C. He missed it for his milk bottles. D. He missed the good old days.BRobert Owen was born in Wales in 1771. At the age of ten he went t
22、o work. His employer had a large private library so Owen was able to educate himself. He read a lot in his spare time and at nineteen he was given the job of superintendent(监工) at a Manchester cotton mill. He was so successful there that he persuaded his employer to buy the New Lanark mill in Scotla
23、nd.When he arrived at New Lanark it was a dirty little town with a population of 2,000 people. Nobody paid any attention to the workers houses or their childrens education. The conditions in the factories were very bad. There was a lot of crime and the men spent most of their wages on alcoholic drin
24、ks.Owen improved the houses. He encouraged people to be clean and save money. He opened a shop and sold the workers cheap, well-made goods to help them. He limited the sale of alcoholic drinks. Above all, he fixed his mind on the childrens education. In 1816 he opened the first free primary school i
25、n Britain.People came from all over the country to visit Owens factory. They saw that the workers were healthier and more efficient than in other towns. Their children were better fed and better educated. Owen tried the same experiment in the United States. He bought some land there in 1825,but the
26、community was too far away. He could not keep it under control and lost most of his money.Owen never stopped fighting for his idea. Above all he believed that people are not born good or bad. He was a practical man and his ideas were practical. If you give people good working conditions, he thought,
27、 they will work well and, the most important thing of all, if you give them the chance to learn, they will be better people. 来源:学|科|网31. For Owen, his greatest achievement in New Lanark was _.A. improving workers housesB. providing the children with a good educationC. preventing men from getting dru
28、nk D. helping people to save money32. From the passage we may infer that Owen was born _. A. into a rich family B. into a noble family C. into a middle class family D. into a poor family 33. Owens experiment in the United States failed because _. A. he lost all his money B. he did not buy enough lan
29、d C. people who visited it were not impressed D. it was too far away for him to organize it properly34. We may infer form the passage that no children in Britain could enjoy free education until _. A. 1771 B. 1825 C. 1816 D. 186035. We can know from the passage that Owen was_. A. kind, determined an
30、d generous B. poor-ridiculous and well-educated C. rich, cruel and handsome D. rich, weak and meanCBicycle SafetyOperation Always ride your bike in a safe, controlled manner on campus (校园). Obey rules and regulations. Watch out for walkers and other bicyclists, and always use your lights in dark con
31、ditions. Theft PreventionAlways securely lock your bicycle to a bicycle rack - even if you are only away for a minute. Register your bike with the University Department of Public Safety. Its fast, easy, and free. Registration permanently records your serial number, which is useful in the possible re
32、covery of the bike stolen. 来源:学,科,网Equipment* BrakesMake sure that they are in good working order and adjusted properly.* HelmetA necessity, make sure your helmet meets current safety standards and fit properly.* LightsAlways have a front headlight - visible at least 500 feet in front of the bike. A
33、 taillight is a good idea.Rules of the RoadRiding on CampusAs a bicycle rider, you have a responsibility to ride only on streets and posted bicycle paths. Riding on sidewalks or other walkways can lead to a fine. The speed limit for bicycles on campus is 15 mph, unless otherwise posted. Always give
34、the right of ways to walkers. If you are involved in an accident, you are required to offer appropriate aid, call the Department of Public Safety and remain at the scene until the officer lets you go.Bicycle ParkingOnly park in areas reserved for bikes. Trees, handrails, hallways, and sign posts are
35、 not for bicycle parking, and parking in such posts can result in a fine.If Things Go WrongIf you break the rules, you will be fined. Besides violating rules while riding bicycles on campus, you could be fined for:* No bicycle registration-$25* Bicycle parking banned-$30* Blocking path with bicycle
36、-$40* Violation of bicycle equipment requirement -$3536. Registration of your bicycle may help you _.A. receive free repair services B. settle conflicts with walkers C. find your stolen bicycle D. get your serial number37. According to the passage, what bike equipment is a free choice for bicycle ri
37、ders? A. Brakes. B. A helmet. C.A taillight D. A headlight38. When you ride a bicycle on the campus, _. A. put the walkers right of way first B. ride on posted bicycle paths and sidewalks C.cycle at a speed of over 15 mph D. call the police before leaving in a case of accident39. If you lock your bi
38、cycle to a tree on the campus, you could be fined _. A. $25 B. $30 C. $35 D. $4040. What is the passage mainly about? A. Rules for riding motor vehicles on campus B. Directions for bicycle tour on campus. C. Regulations of bicycle race on campus. D. A guide for safe bicycling on campus.DIt had been
39、some time since Jack had seen the old man. College, career, and life itself got in the way. In fact, Jack moved clear across the country in pursuit of his dreams. There, I n the rush of his busy life, Jack had little time to think about the past and often no time to spend with his wife and son. He w
40、as working on his future, and nothing could stop him.Over the phone, his mother told him,“Mr. Belser died last night. The funeral is Wednesday.”Memories flashed through his mind like an old newsreel as he sat quietly remembering his childhood days.“Jack, did you hear me?”“Oh, sorry, Mom. Yes, I hear
41、d you. Its been so long since I thought of him. Im sorry, but I honestly thought he died years ago,”Jack said.“Well, he didnt forget you. Every time I saw him hed ask how you were doing.Hed reminisce(回忆) about the many days you spent over his side of the fence as he put it,”Mom told him.“I loved tha
42、t old house he lived in,”Jack said.“You know, Jack, after your father died, Mr. Belser stepped in to make sure you had a mans influence in your life,” she said.“Hes the one who taught me carpentry（木工艺）. I wouldnt be in this business if it werent for him. He spent a lot of time teaching me things he
43、thought were important.Mom, Ill be there for the funeral,” Jack said.Busy as he was, he kept his word. Jack caught the next flight to his hometown. Mr. Belsers funeral was small and uneventful. He had no children of his own, and most of his relatives had passed away.The night before he had to return
44、 home, Jack and his Mom stopped by to see the old house next door one more time, which was exactly as he remembered. Every step held memories. Every picture, every piece of furniture.Jack stopped suddenly.“Whats wrong, Jack?” his Mom asked.“The box is gone,” he said.“What box?” Mom asked.“There was
45、a small gold box that he kept locked on top of his desk. I must have asked him a thousand times what was inside. All hed ever tell me was the thing I value most,” Jack said.It was gone. “Now Ill never know what was so valuable to him,” Jack said sadly.Returning to his office the next day, he found a
46、 package on his desk. Jack tore open the package. There inside was the gold box and an envelope.Jacks hands shook as he read the note inside.“Upon my death, please forward this box and its contents to Jack Bennett.Its the thing I valued most in my life.” A small key was taped to the letter. His hear
47、t racing, and tears filling his eyes, Jack carefully unlocked the box. There inside he found a beautiful gold pocket watch. Running his fingers slowly over the fine cover, he opened it.Inside he found these words carved: “Jack, thanks for your time! Harold Belser.”“Oh, my God! This is the thing he v
48、alued most.”Jack held the watch for a few minutes, then called his assistant and cleared his appointments for the next two days. “Why?” his assistant asked.“I need some time to spend with my son,” he said.41.Why did Jack think Mr.Belser died years ago?A. College and career prevented him from remembe
49、ring Mr. Belser.B. His present busy life washed away his childhood memories.C. Jack was too busy realizing his dreams to think about Mr. Belser.D. Jack was too busy with his business and family to think about Mr. Belser42.Jacks mother told him on the phone about Mr. Belser EXCEPT that.A. Mr. Belser
50、often asked how Jack was doingB. Mr. Belser had asked for Jacks mailing addressC. Mr. Belsers funeral would take place on WednesdayD. Mr. Belser had pleasant memories of their time together43.Why did Belser send Jack his gold watch? A. Because he thought he had to keep his wordB. Because he had no c
51、hildren or relatives.C. Because. he was grateful for Jacks time with him.D. Because Jack had always wanted it during his childhood.44.Why did Jack say he needed some time to spend with his son?A. He was very tired of his work and wanted to have a good rest.B. He had promised to spare more time to st
52、ay with his son.C. He had missed his son and his family for days.D. He came to realize the importance of the time with his family.45.Which of the following is the most suitable title for this passage?A. The Good Old Times B. An Old Gold WatchC. What He Valued Most D. The Lost Childhood Days第二节 信息匹配（
53、共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。以下是有需求的六个人的相关信息：AToms mother is worried because Toms wounded this morning when he jumped off the speeding bicycle. The soft tissue of his right leg was broken.BAlex is going to take a course of computer. But he is not sure whether this course will be useful wh
54、en he goes to the university.CMummy is unhappy because she feels painful when she bites into something cold or hot. Her teeth are really a trouble to her.DMarys younger brother Tim, who is 8 years old, felt uncomfortable, because he had eaten too much ice-cream.ELily wants to visit some places of in
55、terest during the long holiday. But she doesnt know where to go and how to have a good tour and not waste money.FLee is really frustrated nowadays. He doesnt know why other students dont want to speak to him. Whats wrong? It seems that he can never get out of it. He gets angry easily recently. He wa
56、nts to talk to someone to get out of it.以下是各位专家的有关信息，请匹配需求者与他们所对应的信息。46Doctor LisaDoctor Lisa is an excellent school consultant. Educational consultants counsel students and their families in the selection of programs, schools and treatment centers, based on the students individual needs. When stude
57、nts graduate from high school, some of them want to continue their study; they may be not sure which university is more appropriate for them, or what subject they will choose. In that case, most of them will turn to their educational consultants.47Doctor AllenDoctor Allen is a dentist. The dentist i
58、s a doctor who is specially trained to care for teeth. When you visit your dentist for a checkup, he or she will look at your teeth and gums to check for any problem. The dentist also wants to make sure your teeth are developing properly as you grow. Its important to visit your dentist every 6 month
59、s to make sure youre taking good care of your teeth and that your teeth and gums are healthy.48Doctor PhilipsDoctor Philips is a pediatrician. Basically, pediatricians focus on the physical, emotional, and social health of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults from birth to 21 years. Thei
60、r patient -care lens is focused on prevention, detection, and management of physical, behavioral, developmental, and social problems that affect children. Even more basically, pediatricians take care of children. This might involve treating an ear infection, talking to parents about school or behavi
61、oral problems, or seeing them for well child checkups and giving them their shots.49.Doctor SmithDoctor Smith is a surgeon, who is a physician specializing in surgery. General Surgeons perform comprehensive general surgery examinations, consultation, diagnosis, and treatment planning, which includes
62、 trauma, wounds, and conditions of soft tissue, including aspiration，biopsy, and repair, etc.50Doctor StewardDoctor Steward is a clinical psychologist, who is trained and educated to perform psychological research, testing, and therapy. Clinical psychologists may simply, but importantly, provide an
63、opportunity to talk and think about things that are confusing and worrying. They would also discuss with you different ways of understanding or interpreting your problems or situations. Clinical psychologists are trained to use a range of different approaches aimed to help you become more expert abo
64、ut yourself, and more able to overcome or cope with life problems. 写作（共两节，满分40分）第一节 基础写作（共1小题；满分15分）假如你叫李华，现正在美国加利福尼亚州上大学，你的一个朋友刘英写信向你了解美国加利福尼亚州的情况，请根据以下内容提示给他回信简介加利福尼亚州。地理方面面积42.4万平方千米，是美国面积第三大的州；位于美国西部，西濒太平洋。人口方面约38,000,000人；据说15000前印第安人首先进入；16世纪欧洲人开始进入； 19世纪世界各地的人带着发财梦进入；未来将还会有人因喜爱加州的气候和生活方式进入。语言
65、方面58% 的人把英语作为母语来讲，42%的人讲其它语言。加利福尼亚州： California；太平洋：the Pacific；印第安人：Indians【写作内容】请根据以上内容给朋友写回信，内容包括：1、加里福尼亚的地理方面的信息;2、人口及其语言方面的信息;3、信的开头和结尾已经给出，不计入句子数。【写作要求】只能用5个句子表达全部内容。【评分标准】句子结构准确，信息内容完整，篇章连贯。Dear Liu Ying, Your letter reached me yesterday. You would like me to tell you something about Californ
66、ia, so now I am writing to you._If you want to know more, you may go to https:/en.wikipedia.org/wiki/California#History. Best wishes to you. Yours ever, Li Hua第二节 读写任务（共1小题；满分25分） 阅读下面短文，然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文The “Clean Your Plate” campaign was started by nongovernmental organizations and activists, w
67、hich urged people to save food by not wasting anything on the dining table. The campaign, launched on Weibo, was soon joined by millions of netizens across China to fight against food waste.The estimated annual waste of grain in China reaches 50 million tons, enough to feed about 200 million people
68、for a year.People from across China support the campaign. The Central Government has promised to take measures to reduce food waste, take the lead in saving food and follow a simple working style.More and more Chinese are saying “No” to food waste. Staff members of a restaurant set off a campaign en
69、couraging customers to stop food waste in Qingdao, Shandong province, Jan. 24. “Did you empty the dishes today?” has become the most popular question in China. Showing an empty dish also turns a new fashion among Chinese netizens.In some restaurants there are signs reminding the diners not to waste
70、food. Some even offer awards to the customers who eat all their food, as part of the campaign to reduce waste. More and more restaurants kindly remind and encourage customers to take their leftovers away.写作内容1. 以约30个词概括上文的主要内容。2. 以约120个词就“光盘行动”的话题谈谈你的想法，内容包括：(1) “光盘行动”产生的背景；(2) “光盘行动”的作用；(3) 你对“光盘行动
71、”的看法和呼求。写作要求 1. 作文中可以使用亲身经历或虚构的故事，也可以参照阅读材料的内容，但不得直接引用原文中的句子。2. 作文中不能出现真实姓名和学校名称。评分标准概括准确，语言规范，内容合适，语篇连贯。三水实验中学2015届高三第二次模拟考试（2014.10-7）英语试题答案I完型填空答案Keys: 1-5 CADAB 6-10 CBABA 11-15 DACDDII语法填空答案16. compared 17. less 18. If 19. that 20. finding 21.them 22. suggestion 23.beats 24.of 25. theIII阅读：26-3
72、0： BDCAD 31-35 BDDCA 36-40 CCABD 41-45: CBCDC 4650BCDAF基础写作：Your letter reached me yesterday. You would like me to tell you something about California, so now I am writing to you. California, the third largest state in size in the USA with a population of more than 38 million, is located in the west
73、 of the United States on the Pacific in the west. It is said that the first settlers were Indians who got there 15000 years ago and only in the 16th century did Europeans come to settle. In the 19th century, people from all over the world rushed into California with the dream of becoming rich. It is
74、 believed that in the future more people, attracted by the climate and lifestyle, will keep immigrating to California. As for language, only 58% of Californians speak English as their native language, while the others speak other languages. If you want to know more, you may go to https:/en.wikipedia
75、.org/wiki/California#History Best wishes to you. Yours ever, Li Hua第二节读写任务（共1小题，满分25分）A possible version:When some people started the “Clean Your Plate” campaign in an effort to reduce food waste, millions of netizens joined it and more and more people are taking real action to prevent food waste.Im
76、 quite delighted by this campaign. As far as I know, while people in advanced countries dont have to worry about their meals, millions of people in some poor areas are suffering from hunger every day. Though most Chinese have enough food to eat, there are still some others who are struggling hard fo
77、r a little food to fill their stomach. Unfortunately, I can always see people leave a large part of their food on their plate and throw it as waste. It is reported that every year the Chinese altogether waste 50 million tons of food, which is enough to feed 200 million people for a whole year. What
78、an alarming waste it is! We should feel guilty to waste so much food.It is high time for us to stop such waste. There is every reason for us to clean our plates at our meals. If all people take action to cut down food waste, a large quantity of food can be saved and more people will be fed.The “Clean Your Plate” campaign is really good and useful. Lets join in and eat up our meals instead of wasting any food.
