1、广东省广州市北大附中为明广州实验学校2020-2021学年高一英语下学期3月月考试题考试用时：120分钟 试卷总分：150分一、阅读理解(共15小题;每小题3分,满分45分)阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。A As an old saying in China goes, The days of the Sanjiu period are the coldest days.“Sanjiu period, which is in Minor Cold, refers to the third nine-day period (the 19th to the 27t
2、h day) after the day of the Winter Solstice(冬至). There are many different customs related to Minor Cold in China. Eating hotpot During Minor Cold people should eat some hot food to benefit the body and defend against the cold weather. Winter is the best time to have hotpot and braised mutton with so
3、y sauce. But it is important to notice that too much spicy food may cause health problems. Eating huangyacai In Tianjin, there is a custom to have huangyacai, a kind of Chinese cabbage, during Minor Cold. There are large amounts of vitamins and B in huangyacai As huangyacai is fresh and tender, it i
4、s fit for frying, roasting and braising. Eating glutinous rice(糯米饭) According to tradition, the Cantonese eat glutinous rice in the morning during Minor Cold. Cantonese people add some fried preserved pork, sausages and peanuts and mix them into the rice. Eating vegetable rice In ancient times, peop
5、le in Nanjing took Minor Cold quite seriously, but as time went by, the celebration of Minor Cold gradually disappeared. However, the custom of eating vegetable rice is still followed today. The rice is steamed and is unspeakably delicious. Among the ingredients(原料), aijiaohuang( kind of green veget
6、able), sausages and salted duck are the specialties in Nanjing.21. What do we know about Minor Cold?A. It refers to the Winter Solstice. B. The Sanjiu period is in this period.C. It lasts twenty-seven days. D. It marks the first day of winter.22.What is a special custom in Tianjin in Minor Cold? A.
7、Eating hotpot. B. Having vitamin A and B pills. C. Having huangyacai D. Buying cabbage.23. This text may be taken from the column of a newspaper.A.travel B. culture C. fashion D. scienceB When was a kid, always used to wonder how in the world my father worked outside in the winter without a coat. It
8、 could be -20 C and thered be Dad, removing snow, or perhaps chopping some woodhis coat thrown asidewearing a shirt, cap, and a pair of gloves. “Arent you cold,Dad? Id ask “No, Dad would reply. “Im not cold working too hard to be cold.”Many times I wondered whether my father was an extremely tough m
9、an, or whether he was foolish. One time when I was quite young, perhaps five or so, I went ice fishing with Dad. It was a bright, clear day and bitterly cold. After wed been out on the ice for a little while, my feet started getting cold.“Daddy, my feet are cold, said“Tell you what,he said.“Walk aro
10、und Make some circles in the snow. See how many different patterns you can make. That will get your feet warm.” Now, I was just a little girl at the time but I remember thinking,How in the world will walking around in the snow make my feet warm? Dad must be out of mind. But he was my father, after a
11、ll. made circles in the snow. I made squares. Pretty soon I was having so much fun making patterns in the snow. I forgot about my feet being cold. Now, all these years later, know, too, from personal experience how my father was able to take his coat off and work outside in the winter wearing just a
12、 shirt, a cap and gloves. Because do it,too.“Arent you cold?”my husband asked one winter day.“o, replied.“Im not cold-working too hard to be cold. I hope my husband has decided Im both tough and smart. But I guess quite a bit of the time he thinks Im foolish. Wherever Dad is in that great big farm i
13、n the sky- Im sure he cant help but smile whenever I take my coat off while Im working outside in the winter.24. When the authors feet felt cold, her father advised her toA. go home alone first B. keep walking in the snow C. draw pictures in the snow with fingers D. light a fire on the ice25. Hearin
14、g her fathers advice, the author thought her fatherA. forgettable B. warm-hearted C. crazy D. cruel26.What might the authors husband think of her? A. Tough. B. Smart. C. Brave. D. Foolish.27.The authors purpose of writing this passage is to _A. remember her tough and smart father B. show how her fat
15、her cared about herC. describe memories of her childhood D. explain why her father loved her so muchC Christmas Day is for eating, drinking, watching bad TV-and trying to cover up your embarrassment as you realise your husbands aunt Maud has spent her pension on your present while you bought her a s
16、et of Christmas cards. Present-buying can be a minefield: from how much to spend, to whether to risk surprising receivers with a gift they dont want, to knowing if you should buy your neighbour you only say hello to little something.bo Here, FEMAIL has asked experts for their top tips on how to sele
17、ct present to ensure the only thing thats red this Christmas is Santa Claus nose. If youve just started seeing someone you dont need to spend fortune, says dating advisor James Preece. Its much better to impress them with your imagination by choosing a gift thats a little bit different. 20 is about
18、the right amount, with maximum of E50 if you can afford it. Or you dont even need to go that far, says relationship expert and founder of Be Love Curious. com, Helen Rice. Plan to spend a romantic evening together or have a fun day out. Feel free to give the person youre dating something thoughtful,
19、 just dont spend a lot of money, If youre in long-term relationship then your budget really reflects on your personal situation, adds James. You dont need to go crazy, but its a great opportunity to show you love and appreciate them.“ Its also best to buy few cheaper presents rather than big one. Pa
20、rt of the fun is the mystery and unwrapping, so it will last longer if you give them several to enjoy.”28.What is the purpose of the first paragraph in this article? A. To arrest the attention of readers B. To criticize greed of mean couples. C. To describe traditional customs of Christmas Day. D. T
21、o express sympathies for embarrassed senior citizens29.What does the underlined part in Paragraph 3 imply?A. To accumulate red symbols for Christmas atmosphere. B. To calculate how much paint they need to decorate the house.C. To surprise their friends with their delicate intention. D. To avoid unne
22、cessary embarrassment when sending gifts.30.Which statement does James Preece agree？A. Only rare treasures can move a stone heart.B. Diamonds are girls best friends.C. Curiosity to gifts adds to fun.D. True friends need nothing but trust.31.Who are the target readers of this article? A. Those who ca
23、nnot afford expensive eating. B. Those who want to fix their broken friendship. C. Those who have trouble in picking proper gifts D. Those who have once quarreled with their neighbours.D We Brits love the idea of a real Christmas tree-but not so many of us like the realities of dragging a 7ft Norway
24、 spruce through the house and leaving needles all over the place If you count yourself among the reluctant group,then it may be time to go fake （假的）After all, buying an artificial Christmas tree doesnt mean accepting defeat. Theres a huge range of options and sizes, including pre-lit trees, which wi
25、ll save you the frustration of trying to string your own lights. Another big bonus of choosing an artificial Christmas tree is the cost: artificial trees can last for decades, so they work out cheaper than paying for a real tree every year. Like now retailers(零售商) are offering great deals at the mom
26、ent; at Tesco, artificial Christmas trees are 25 percent off. Meanwhile, you can take advantage of the current 3 for 2 offer at Argos to fill your house with not one, not two, but three. You may perhaps partner up with friends who are also looking to invest. Of course, keep your tree for years and y
27、ears and it will start to pay you back in terms of carbon footprint: however, a real one will always have to be transported, used and dealt with every year. Are there any downsides? Yes. You might think youre saving the planet, but a fake tree is actually not an environmentally friendly option. Most
28、 are made in factories in Asia. Theyre made from metal and plastic, and many end their lives in landfills. Another problem with a fake tree is that it doesnt look very natural -and of course you wont get that lovely pine smell either. Youll also need to find space for storage.32.What does the underl
29、ined wordreluctant in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A.Passive. B.Related C.Unwilling. D. Supportive.33.Which is the benefit of buying an artificial Christmas tree? A. Abundant choices. B. The lovely pine smell.C. Cheaper than a real one. D. Free for transportation.34.What can we learn from the passage?
30、 A. Fake Christmas trees are environmentally friendly. B. British people like to drag a real Christmas tree home. C. People need to find space to store a fake Christmas tree.D. People may get three more if they buy two fake Christmas trees.35. What is the passage mainly about?A. Different reasons fo
31、r choosing fake Christmas trees.B. Valuable suggestions on choosing fake Christmas trees. C. Efficient ways of saving money on choosing Christmas trees.D. Advantages and disadvantages of choosing fake Christmas trees.二、七选五 (共5小题;每小题3分,满分15分) 阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项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。 It feels good t
32、o buy gifts for others. So whats the best way to manage your money, and shop wisely and smartly this holiday season? Susan Beacham has recently given kids some money management skills.“My first tip is to make list and check it twice. Start by writing down whom to include in your gift giving,says Bea
33、cham. Then put the amount of money next to each name and add up.36_ If not, make changes.” Take the list with you to the store.“37_ If youve just spent$30 on someone you had planned to spend$25 on, youre going to have to spend $5 less on somebody else,says Beacham. The key is staying within the limi
34、ts you ve set for yourself. How to get the best deals? Beacham says skip the supermarkets. 38_ Things sold there often cost less than those at traditional stores. Youll also be able to save a lot more money, says Beacham. 39_ Beacham points out that some of the best presents are free. They are gifts
35、 from the heart. Kids can give time or talent, says Susan Beacham. For parents, write a note telling them how special they are to you. For a friend, you may just create a work of art, like a poem or a drawing. For people in your community, show that you care by volunteering 40_ Giving your time to h
36、elp others may end up being the best gift of all! A. Shop online instead.B. Do you have enough money?C. Choose gifts with practical value. D. Make sure that you do the math. E. Find out who needs your help and what you can do. F. And dont forget -not everyone needs a store-bought gift.G. Its also im
37、portant to praise the fine taste of the gift- giver.三、完型填空 (共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 A thief dropped winning lottery ticket(彩票) at the scene of his crime, but he has been given a lesson in 41_. The man whom he robbed 42 the ticket and won the f25, 000 prize. But the
38、 man managed to find the thief, and handed over the43 . The robbery happened when Professor Sabbatucci was changing a tyre on a highway. Another motorist, who stopped“to 44 ”, stole suitcase from his car and drove off. The professor found the 45ticket and brought it home.The next day, the professor
39、saw the lottery 46 on TV and realised it was a winner. He 47 the E25,000 prize, but he decided not to keep the money. He made an announcement on the radio, 48 Im trying to find the man who robbed me. have25,000 for him- lottery49_ Please meet me.”The professor received hundreds of 50 from people who
40、 were hoping to 51 him into handing them the money. But there was one voice he 52 and he arranged to meet the man in a park.The robber gave back the 53 and burst into tears. He could not 54 what was happening Why didnt you keep the money? he asked. The professor replied,“Because its not mine.” Then
41、he walked off, turning down the thiefs 55 to share the prize.41.A. friendship B. honesty C.bravery D.adventure42.A. held out B. took out C. made up D. picked up43. A. crime B. lecture C.money D.evidence44.A. explore B.rest C.watch D.help45.A. stolen B. dropped C. forgotten D. damaged46.A. results B.
42、story C.loss D. sales47.A.presented B. took C. donated D. shared48.A.joking B.saying C. wondering D. replying49.A. number B.case C. win D.receipt50.A. note B. emails C.letters D. calls51.A.trick B.find C.lead D. draw52.A.recognised B. reminded, C.recorded D.recovered53.A.car B.suitcase C.package D.c
43、heck54.A.explain B.blame C.believe D.realise55.A.deal B.promise C.payment D. offer四、语法填空 (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。A few weeks ago, a friend and I, both travelling in the south of France, 56 (decide) go to the chocolate festival, 57 (call)Feria du Chocolatin French. I had
44、58 fantastic time.There were stalls ( 货摊）selling boxes of chocolates, sweets, dessert wines, etc. All the stall owners were very friendly and happy to see the 59 (arrive) of foreigners like us. They explained their methods of 60 (make) chocolate, showed us photos of their factories, and, of course,
45、let us try their products! My friend bought some chocolate cups,61 think is great novelty(新鲜事物)- you drink your drink, and then you can eat the chocolate cup !We then went to a masterclass where we learnt how to make chocolate. I was a little 62_ (worry)before the masterclass, as there were only 12
46、people in class, and I wasnt sure if my French would be good enough 63 (understand)everything! Luckily, everyone was 64 (extreme) friendly the lady next 65 me was making notes of everything we did, so she explained when I didnt understand. At the end, our class stayed in the room and chatted about h
47、ow much we were enjoying the day and eating lots of chocolate!五、根据所给的中文或所给单词的适当形式填空 （共10小题，每小题1分，共10分）66.As your friend, I know how hard you have been studying Chinese and I am proud of your_ (成就).67._(围绕)by a river, the park had a central pond with flowers floating on it.68.He formally _(宣布)his int
48、ention to retire in January 2021 on Thursday.69.My classmates and I have decided to organize some wonderful singing and dancing performances (表演) for them, which will last about 3 hours.70.With spring _(到来), the flowers in the garden begin to come to life.71. _（目前） more and more people have come to
49、realize the importance of a balanced diet to their health. 72. For these _(现象), ideas differ among many people.73. I was very grateful to Anna for giving me the_ (机会) to join the club.74. Children, when_ (accompany) by their parents, are allowed to enter the stadium.75. _(translate) into English, th
50、e sentence was found to have an entirely different word order.六、短语填空 （每空1分，共20分）76.I do hope that you can _ _ _（摆脱，戒掉）the bad habit. The earlier, the better.77.Everyone has a strong desire for success while success only _ _ （属于）the hard-working people.78.The pencil-box on the desk _ _ _ （和，也） the bo
51、okmarks belongs to my little sister.79.Many trees standing together form a forest and many people _ _（组成，构成）a society.80._ _ _ （参加）after-class activities, which not only makes our school life colorful but also improves our learning, is very popular in our school.81.The picture _ me_（使想起）those who su
52、cceed in unfavorable conditions.82. _ _ （被鼓舞） her words, he works harder.83.Every time I see the old man in the park, he_ _ _（专心于）reading newspapers.七、书面表达 （15分） 假定你是李华，你和同学组建了一个名为Starry Skies的乐队。你的朋友美国留学生Mike擅长吉他演奏，请你给他写一封电子邮件，邀请他加入乐队。内容要点如下：1写信目的；2乐队介绍；3排练时间和地点。注意：1.词数100左右；2可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；3开头和结尾
53、已为你写好，不计入总词数。Dear Mike，How are you doing？_ _Yours， Li Hua答案：新人教版必修三 第一单元测试卷第二部分阅读(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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。A As an old saying in China goes, The days of the Sanjiu period are the coldest days.“Sanjiu period, which is in Minor Cold, refers to the third nine-
54、day period (the 19th to the 27th day) after the day of the Winter Solstice(冬至). There are many different customs related to Minor Cold in China. Eating hotpot During Minor Cold people should eat some hot food to benefit the body and defend against the cold weather. Winter is the best time to have ho
55、tpot and braised mutton with soy sauce. But it is important to notice that too much spicy food may cause health problems. Eating huangyacai In Tianjin, there is a custom to have huangyacai, a kind of Chinese cabbage, during Minor Cold. There are large amounts of vitamins and B in huangyacai As huang
56、yacai is fresh and tender, it is fit for frying, roasting and braising. Eating glutinous rice(糯米饭) According to tradition, the Cantonese eat glutinous rice in the morning during Minor Cold. Cantonese people add some fried preserved pork, sausages and peanuts and mix them into the rice. Eating vegeta
57、ble rice In ancient times, people in Nanjing took Minor Cold quite seriously, but as time went by, the celebration of Minor Cold gradually disappeared. However, the custom of eating vegetable rice is still followed today. The rice is steamed and is unspeakably delicious. Among the ingredients(原料), a
58、ijiaohuang( kind of green vegetable), sausages and salted duck are the specialties in Nanjing.语篇解读:本文是一篇应用文。文章主要介绍了在中国的不同地区与小寒节气有关的习俗。 21. What do we know about Minor Cold? A. It refers to the Winter Solstice. B. The Sanjiu period is in this period. C. It lasts twenty-seven days. D. It marks the fir
59、st day of winter.解析:选B细节理解题。根据第一段中的“Sanjiu period, which is in Minor Cold.”可知,三九在小寒节气内,故B项正确。22. What is a special custom in Tianjin in Minor Cold? A. Eating hotpot. B. Having vitamin A and B pills. C. Having huangyacai D. Buying cabbage.解析:选C细节理解题。根据第三段中的“In Tianjin, there is a custom to have huang
60、yacai, a kind of Chinese cabbage, during Minor Cold.”可知,天津人在小寒节气里吃黄芽菜,故C项正确。 23. This text may be taken from the column of a newspaper. A.travel B. culture C. fashion D. science解析:选B文章出处题。根据文章内容,特别是第一段中的“There are many different customs related to Minor Cold in China.”可知,本文介绍了在中国的不同地区与小寒节气有关的习俗,属于文化
61、范畴,最有可能出自报纸的文化栏目,故B项正确。B When was a kid, always used to wonder how in the world my father worked outside in the winter without a coat. It could be -20 C and thered be Dad, removing snow, or perhaps chopping some woodhis coat thrown asidewearing a shirt, cap, and a pair of gloves. “Arent you cold,Dad
62、? Id ask “No, Dad would reply. “Im not cold working too hard to be cold.”Many times I wondered whether my father was an extremely tough man, or whether he was foolish. One time when I was quite young, perhaps five or so, I went ice fishing with Dad. It was a bright, clear day and bitterly cold. Afte
63、r wed been out on the ice for a little while, my feet started getting cold.“Daddy, my feet are cold, said“Tell you what,he said.“Walk around Make some circles in the snow. See how many different patterns you can make. That will get your feet warm.” Now, I was just a little girl at the time but I rem
64、ember thinking,How in the world will walking around in the snow make my feet warm? Dad must be out of mind. But he was my father, after all. made circles in the snow. I made squares. Pretty soon I was having so much fun making patterns in the snow. I forgot about my feet being cold. Now, all these y
65、ears later, know, too, from personal experience how my father was able to take his coat off and work outside in the winter wearing just a shirt, a cap and gloves. Because do it,too.“Arent you cold?”my husband asked one winter day.“o, replied.“Im not cold-working too hard to be cold. I hope my husban
66、d has decided Im both tough and smart. But I guess quite a bit of the time he thinks Im foolish. Wherever Dad is in that great big farm in the sky- Im sure he cant help but smile whenever I take my coat off while Im working outside in the winter.语篇解读:本文是一篇记叙文。文章回忆了父亲在寒冬脱掉外衣,不顾寒冷忘我的工作,以及父亲告诉作者如何抵御寒冷。
67、多年后,作者的人生经历让她意识到父亲的坚强和睿智。 24. When the authors feet felt cold, her father advised her to A. go home alone first B. keep walking in the snow C. draw pictures in the snow with fingers D. light a fire on the ice解析:选B细节理解题。根据第七段中的“Walk around. Make some circles in the snow. See how many different patter
68、ns you can make. That will get your feet warm.”可知B项正确。 25. Hearing her fathers advice, the author thought her father A. forgettable B. warm-hearted C. crazy D. cruel解析:选C推理判断题。根据第八段中的“Dad must be out of mind,”可知,女孩开始以为父亲疯了。 26. What might the authors husband think of her? A. Tough. B. Smart.C. Brave
69、. D. Foolish.解析:选D细节理解题。根据倒数第二段中的“But I guess quite bit of the time he thinks Im foolish.”可知应选D。27. The authors purpose of writing this passage is to A. remember her tough and smart fatherB. show how her father cared about her C. describe memories of her childhood D. explain why her father loved her
70、 so much解析:选A写作目的题。通读全文可知,作者回忆父亲在寒冬季节,脱掉外衣,不顾寒冷忘我的工作,以及告诉作者如何抵御寒冷。多年后,作者的人生经历让她意识到父亲的坚强和睿智。由此可知她写文章的目的是怀念父亲。C Christmas Day is for eating, drinking, watching bad TV-and trying to cover up your embarrassment as you realise your husbands aunt Maud has spent her pension on your present while you bought
71、 her a set of Christmas cards. Present-buying can be a minefield: from how much to spend, to whether to risk surprising receivers with a gift they dont want, to knowing if you should buy your neighbour you only say hello to little something.bo Here, FEMAIL has asked experts for their top tips on how
72、 to select present to ensure the only thing thats red this Christmas is Santa Claus nose. If youve just started seeing someone you dont need to spend fortune, says dating advisor James Preece. Its much better to impress them with your imagination by choosing a gift thats a little bit different. 20 i
73、s about the right amount, with maximum of E50 if you can afford it. Or you dont even need to go that far, says relationship expert and founder of Be Love Curious. com, Helen Rice. Plan to spend a romantic evening together or have a fun day out. Feel free to give the person youre dating something tho
74、ughtful, just dont spend a lot of money, If youre in long-term relationship then your budget really reflects on your personal situation, adds James. You dont need to go crazy, but its a great opportunity to show you love and appreciate them.“ Its also best to buy few cheaper presents rather than big
75、 one. Part of the fun is the mystery and unwrapping, so it will last longer if you give them several to enjoy.”语篇解读:本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲述了圣诞节是西方的一个盛大节日,给亲朋好友送去圣诞祝福也是非常重要的一种庆祝方式。那么如何避免圣诞节送礼不当所产生的尴尬呢?文章就此提出了几点建议。 28. What is the purpose of the first paragraph in this article? A. To arrest the attention of r
76、eaders B. To criticize greed of mean couples. C. To describe traditional customs of Christmas Day. D. To express sympathies for embarrassed senior citizens解析选A写作目的题。根据第一段可知,那天,人们吃吃喝喝,看看没营养的电视剧在圣诞节 还要试图掩饰因送礼不当而产生的尴尬,如你丈夫的阿姨莫德还要试用退休金给你买了贵重礼物,而你却只送了她一套圣诞卡。下文紧接着讲买圣诞节礼物是件很棘手的事情,并为此提出了建议。第一段通过假设点明问题，从而吸引读
77、者的注意力29. What does the underlined part in Paragraph 3 imply?A. To accumulate red symbols for Christmas atmosphere. B. To calculate how much paint they need to decorate the house.C. To surprise their friends with their delicate intention. D. To avoid unnecessary embarrassment when sending gifts.解析:选D
78、推理判断题。联系上文可知,买圣诞节礼物需要考虑很多因素。 FEMAIL就如何选择礼物征求了专家的建议,就是为了避免大家在送圣诞节礼物时产生不必要的尴尬。30. Which statement does James Preece agree？A. Only rare treasures can move a stone heart.B. Diamonds are girls best friends.C. Curiosity to gifts adds to fun.D. True friends need nothing but trust.解析:选C细节理解题。根据最后一段最后一句詹姆斯普里
79、斯说的话可知,詹姆斯普里斯认为对礼物的好奇心会增加乐趣。31. Who are the target readers of this article? A. Those who cannot afford expensive eating. B. Those who want to fix their broken friendship. C. Those who have trouble in picking proper gifts D. Those who have once quarreled with their neighbours.解析:选C推理判断题。根据文章前三段可知,本文是
80、向那些不知道如何挑选恰当的圣诞节礼物的读者提出了几点建议。D We Brits love the idea of a real Christmas tree-but not so many of us like the realities of dragging a 7ft Norway spruce through the house and leaving needles all over the place If you count yourself among the reluctant group,then it may be time to go fake （假的）After al
81、l, buying an artificial Christmas tree doesnt mean accepting defeat. Theres a huge range of options and sizes, including pre-lit trees, which will save you the frustration of trying to string your own lights. Another big bonus of choosing an artificial Christmas tree is the cost: artificial trees ca
82、n last for decades, so they work out cheaper than paying for a real tree every year. Like now retailers(零售商) are offering great deals at the moment; at Tesco, artificial Christmas trees are 25 percent off. Meanwhile, you can take advantage of the current 3 for 2 offer at Argos to fill your house wit
83、h not one, not two, but three. You may perhaps partner up with friends who are also looking to invest. Of course, keep your tree for years and years and it will start to pay you back in terms of carbon footprint: however, a real one will always have to be transported, used and dealt with every year.
84、 Are there any downsides? Yes. You might think youre saving the planet, but a fake tree is actually not an environmentally friendly option. Most are made in factories in Asia. Theyre made from metal and plastic, and many end their lives in landfills. Another problem with a fake tree is that it doesn
85、t look very natural -and of course you wont get that lovely pine smell either. Youll also need to find space for storage.语篇解读:本文是一篇议论文。文章主要讲述了选择假的圣诞树来装点节日氛围的优点及缺点。32. What does the underlined wordreluctant in Paragraph 2 probably mean? A.Passive. B.Related C.Unwilling. D. Supportive.解析:选C词义猜测题。根据第一段
86、中的“.but not so many of us like the realities of dragging a 7ft Norway spruce through the house and leaving needles all over the place.可知,如果你不乐意拽着7英尺的挪威云杉进屋,你可以选择一棵假树。由此可猜测, reluctant的意思是“不乐意的”。 33. Which is the benefit of buying an artificial Christmas tree? A. Abundant choices. B. The lovely pine s
87、mell. C. Cheaper than a real one. D. Free for transportation.解析:选A细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Theresa huge range of options and sizes, including pre-lit trees, which will save you the frustration of trying to string your own lights.”可知,在挑选假的圣诞树方面,人们有很多的选择。的 34. What can we learn from the passage? A. Fake Christma
88、s trees are environmentally friendly. B. British people like to drag a real Christmas tree home. C. People need to find space to store a fake Christmas tree. D. People may get three more if they buy two fake Christmas trees.解析:选C推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“Youll also need to find space for storage.”可知,你需要空间来储藏假树
89、。 35. What is the passage mainly about? A. Different reasons for choosing fake Christmas trees.B. Valuable suggestions on choosing fake Christmas trees. C. Efficient ways of saving money on choosing Christmas trees.D. Advantages and disadvantages of choosing fake Christmas trees.解析:选D主旨大意题。根据第三段首句“
90、Another big onus of.及第五段首句“Are there any downsides?”和第六段首句“Another problem.”可知,本文主要讲述了选择假树作为圣诞树的优缺点。第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项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。 It feels good to buy gifts for others. So whats the best way to manage your money, and shop wisely and smartly this holiday season?
91、Susan Beacham has recently given kids some money management skills.“My first tip is to make list and check it twice. Start by writing down whom to include in your gift giving,says Beacham. Then put the amount of money next to each name and add up.36 If not, make changes.” Take the list with you to t
92、he store.“37 If youve just spent$30 on someone you had planned to spend$25 on, youre going to have to spend $5 less on somebody else,says Beacham. The key is staying within the limits you ve set for yourself. How to get the best deals? Beacham says skip the supermarkets. 38 Things sold there often c
93、ost less than those at traditional stores. Youll also be able to save a lot more money, says Beacham. 39 Beacham points out that some of the best presents are free. They are gifts from the heart. Kids can give time or talent, says Susan Beacham. For parents, write a note telling them how special the
94、y are to you. For a friend, you may just create a work of art, like a poem or a drawing. For people in your community, show that you care by volunteering 40 Giving your time to help others may end up being the best gift of all! A. Shop online instead.B. Do you have enough money?C. Choose gifts with
95、practical value. D. Make sure that you do the math. E. Find out who needs your help and what you can do. F. And dont forget -not everyone needs a store-bought gift.G. Its also important to praise the fine taste of the gift- giver.语篇解读:本文是一篇说明文。过节需要给亲朋好友买礼物。怎样才能买到物有所值的礼物呢?什么样的礼物才是最好的呢?本文就此给出了几条建议。36.
96、选B根据上下文可知,你需要把要买的东西所花费的钱加起来,看需要多少钱,也就是看看钱够不够。如果钱不够,就得改一下,故B项符合语境。37.选D下一句提到,如果你给某个人买礼物的预算是25美元,却花了30美元,那就要在其他人的礼物的预算中减掉5美元,也就是说要提前算好账,故D项符合语境。38.选A结合上一句可知, Susan Beacham建议不要去超市买礼物,而是在网上买,故A项符合语境。39.选F下文提到最好的礼物可能不是花钱买的,孩子们可以贡献时间和才智。也就是说,不是每个人都需要在店里买来的礼物,故F项符合语境。40.选E下一句提到花时间去帮助别人也许会是最好的礼物。E项建议寻找需要帮助的
97、人,看看你能为他们做些什么,引起下文,符合语境。第三部分语言运用(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,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。 A thief dropped winning lottery ticket(彩票) at the scene of his crime, but he has been given a lesson in 41. The man whom he robbed 42the ticket and won the f25, 000 prize. But the man managed to
98、 find the thief, and handed over the43. The robbery happened when Professor Sabbatucci was changing a tyre on a highway. Another motorist, who stopped“to44”, stole suitcase from his car and drove off. The professor found the 45ticket and brought it home. The next day, the professor saw the lottery 4
99、6on TV and realised it was a winner. He 47the E25,000 prize, but he decided not to keep the money. He made an announcement on the radio, 48 Im trying to find the man who robbed me. have25,000 for him- lottery49 Please meet me.” The professor received hundreds of 50 from people who were hoping to 51
100、him into handing them the money. But there was one voice he 52 and he arranged to meet the man in a park. The robber gave back the 53 and burst into tears. He could not 54 what was happening Why didnt you keep the money? he asked. The professor replied,“Because its not mine.” Then he walked off, tur
101、ning down the thiefs 55 to share the prize.语篇解读:本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了一个关于诚实的故事。一位教授被小偷偷了手提箱,并捡到了小偷遗落的彩票,教授在发现彩票中奖之后,兑换了奖金并找到小偷把钱还给了他 41.A. friendship B. honesty C.bravery D.adventure解析:选B根据下文的故事内容可知,被偷的这位教授把小偷中的奖金还给了小偷,给小偷上了一节关于诚实的课。42.A. held out B. took out C. made up D. picked up解析:选D根据空后内容可知,被偷的这位教授捡
102、到了小偷的彩票并获得奖金。 hold out伸出; take out拿y出; make up构成;编造; pick up捡起。 43. A. crime B. lecture C.money D.evidence解析:选C根据第三段中的“. he decided not to keep the money.和“ have25, 000 for him.”可知,这位教授把钱交到了小偷的手里。 44.A. explore B.rest C.watch D.help解析:选D根据空后内容可知,这个人打着帮忙的幌子,实际上偷了教授的手提箱 45.A. stolen B. dropped C. forg
103、otten D. damaged解析:选B根据语境可知,教授发现了小偷无意中遗落的彩票。 46.A. results B.story C.loss D. sales解析:选A根据空后内容可知,教授意识到了这张彩票中奖了,由此推断他在电视上看到了彩票的中奖结果。 47.A.presented B. took C. donated D. shared解析:选B根据首段中的“won the 225,000 prize”以及空后内容可知,教授领取了彩票中奖的钱。 48.A.joking B.saying C. wondering D. replying解析:选B根据空后教授所说的内容可知,教授在广播上
104、发表了声明。 49.A. number B.case C. win D.receipt解析:选C根据首段中的“won the E225,000 prize”可知,25,000英镑的奖金是彩票中奖赢的。 50.A. note B. emails C.letters D. calls解析:选D根据下文中的 voice可以推断,教授接到了很多认领奖金的电话。 51.A.trick B.find C.lead D. draw解析:选A从故事内容可知,这些打电话的人想欺骗教授以获得巨额奖金。 trick sb into doing sth欺骗某人做某事。 52.A.recognisedB. remind
105、ed, C.recorded D.recovered解析:选A根据上下文可知,教授接到了很多电话,但是他辨认出了那个“帮助”他的人的声音,并安排和他见面。 recognise辨别出,认出; remind提醒;使想起; record记录; recover恢复。 53.A.car B.suitcase C.package D.check解析:选B根据第二段中的“stole suitcase”可知,小偷将手提箱还给了教授。 54.A.explain B.blame C.believe D.realise解析:选C根据下文小偷问的问题可知,小偷不理解教授为什么不留下这些钱,所以他不相信发生的这件事。
106、55.A.deal B.promise C.payment D. offer解析:选D根据语境和常识可推知,教授把中奖的钱还给小偷,小偷会表示感激而主动提出给教授一部分钱,由此推断教授拒绝了小偷分奖金的提议。deal协议,交易;promise诺言; payment支付; offer提议。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。 A few weeks ago, a friend and I, both travelling in the south of France, 56 (decide) go to the choc
107、olate festival, 57 (call)Feria du Chocolatin French. I had 58 fantastic time.There were stalls ( 货摊）selling boxes of chocolates, sweets, dessert wines, etc. All the stall owners were very friendly and happy to see the 59 (arrive) of foreigners like us. They explained their methods of 60 (make) choco
108、late, showed us photos of their factories, and, of course, let us try their products! My friend bought some chocolate cups,61 think is great novelty(新鲜事物)- you drink your drink, and then you can eat the chocolate cup !We then went to a masterclass where we learnt how to make chocolate. I was a littl
109、e 62 (worry)before the masterclass, as there were only 12 people in class, and I wasnt sure if my French would be good enough 63 (understand)everything! Luckily, everyone was 64 (extreme) friendly the lady next 65 me was making notes of everything we did, so she explained when I didnt understand. At
110、 the end, our class stayed in the room and chatted about how much we were enjoying the day and eating lots of chocolate!语篇解读:本文是一篇记叙文。作者讲述了自己和一个朋友参加“巧克力节”的故事。56. decided考查动词的时态。由 few weeks ago可知, decide所表示的动作发生在过去,故填 decided57. called考查非谓语动词。设空处作后置定语修饰 chocolate festival,因call与 chocolate festival之间是
111、逻辑上的动宾关系,故填 called58.a考查冠词。 have fantastic time意为“度过一段美妙的时光”。59. arrival考查词性转换。设空处作宾语,且前面有限定词the,应用名词形式,故填 arrival。60. making考查非谓语动词。设空处作介词of的宾语,故填 making61. which考查定语从句。设空处引导非限制性定语从句补充说明 chocolate cups,且在从句中作主语,故填 which62. worried考查非谓语动词。设空处作表语,表示“感到担心的”,故填 worried63. to understand考查非谓语动词。“be+形容词 e
112、nough to do.意为“到足以做”。64. extremely考查词性转换。设空处作状语修饰 friendly,故填 extremely65.to考查介词。 next to.意为“在旁边”。 五、根据所给的中文或所给单词的适当形式填空 （共10小题，每小题1分，共10分）66.As your friend, I know how hard you have been studying Chinese and I am proud of your achievements (成就).67. Surrounded(围绕)by a river, the park had a central p
113、ond with flowers floating on it.68.He formally announced(宣布)his intention to retire in January 2021 on Thursday.69.My classmates and I have decided to organize some wonderful singing and dancing performances (表演) for them, which will last about 3 hours.70.With spring approaching(到来), the flowers in
114、the garden begin to come to life.71. Nowadays（目前） more and more people have come to realize the importance of a balanced diet to their health. 72. For these phenomena (现象), ideas differ among many people.73. I was very grateful to Anna for giving me the opportunity (机会) to join the club.74. Children
115、, when accompanied (accompany) by their parents, are allowed to enter the stadium.75. Translated (translate) into English, the sentence was found to have an entirely different word order.六、短语填空 （每空1分，共20分）76.I do hope that you can break away from （摆脱，戒掉）the bad habit. The earlier, the better.77.Ever
116、yone has a strong desire for success while success only belongs to （属于）the hard-working people.78.The pencil-box on the desk as well as （和，也） the bookmarks belongs to my little sister.79.Many trees standing together form a forest and many people make up （组成，构成）a society.80.Taking part in （参加）after-c
117、lass activities, which not only makes our school life colorful but also improves our learning, is very popular in our school.81.The picture reminds me of （使想起）those who succeed in unfavorable conditions.82. Encouraged by （被鼓舞） her words, he works harder.83.Every time I see the old man in the park, h
118、e is absorbed in （专心于）reading newspapers.【应用文】精彩范文Dear Mike，How are you doing? Recently, my schoolmates and I have set up a band named Starry Skies. Now Im writing to invite you to join us. Our band is made up of a group of young people who are keen on pop music and seek to practice and perform toge
119、ther. We gather at music hall to practice from 3 pm to 5 pm every Saturday afternoon. I know that you are an enthusiastic music lover like us and that you are very good at playing the guitar. We really hope that you can be our guitarist. We will surely have some wonderful music experiences together. Please feel free to contact me if you are interested.Looking forward to your reply.Yours，Li Hua