1、20192019年度 高三年级 英语 第一次月考 试卷（考试时间：120分钟 满分：120分） 命题人：高三英语组注意：考试结束时，交第三页答题卷即可。第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 略第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节 (共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。AWhats On?Electric Underground7: 30 p.m.-1: 00 a.m.Free at the Cyclops TheatreDo you know whos playing in your area? Were bringi
2、ng you an exciting evening of live rock and pop music from the best local bands. Are you interested in becoming a musician and getting a recording contract? If so, come early to the talk at 7.30pm by Jules Skye, a successful record producer. Hes going to talk about how you can find the right person
3、to produce your music.Gee Whizz8: 30 p.m.-10: 30 p.m.Comedy at KaleidoscopeCome and see Gee Whizz perform. Hes the funniest stand-up comedian on the comedy scene. This joyful show will please everyone, from the youngest to the oldest. Gee Whizz really knows how to make you laugh! Our bar is open fro
4、m 7.00 p.m. for drinks and snacks(快餐).Simons Workshop5: 00 p.m.-7: 30 p.m.Wednesdays at Victoria StageThis is a good chance for anyone who wants to learn how to do comedy. The workshop looks at every kind of comedy, and practices many different ways of making people laugh. Simon is a comedian and ac
5、tor who has 10 years experience of teaching comedy. His workshops are exciting and fun. An evening with Simon will give you the confidence to be funny.Charlotte Stone8: 00 p.m.-11: 00 p.m.Pizza WorldFine food with beautiful jazz music; this is a great evening out. Charlotte Stone will perform songs
6、from her new best-selling CD, with James Pickering on the piano. The menu is Italian, with excellent meat and fresh fish, pizzas and pasta(面食). Book early to get a table. Our bar is open all day, and serves cocktails, coffee, beer, and white wine.21. Who can help you if you want to have your music r
7、ecorded? A. Charlotte Stone. B. James Pickering. C. Gee Whizz. D. Jules Skye.22. At which place can people of different ages enjoy a good laugh?A. Cyclops Theatre. B. Kaleidoscope. C. Victoria Stage. D. Pizza World.23. What do we know about Simons Workshop?A. It is run by Jules Skye. B. It provides
8、fine food with jazz music.C. It is held every Wednesday. D. It lasts three hours each time.24. When will Charlotte Stone perform her songs?A. 5: 00 p.m.-7: 30 p.m. B. 8: 30 p.m.-10: 30 p.m. C. 8: 00 p.m.-11: 00 p.m. D. 7: 30 p.m.-1: 00 a.m.BWind even the slightest of winds can prevent frost (霜冻). Th
9、ats because wind is like a spoon in your cup of tea: it stirs things down and brings down a lot of warm air that often floats just above housetops and trees.It may seem strange, but ice itself sometimes can protect crops from frost. Some growers actually spray their crops with water on a freezing ni
10、ght. Water freezes quickly on plants and then a strange thing happens. As long as ice stays wet, it cant get colder than 32 F, a temperature many plants can stand. By continual spraying water on the ice, the growers keep it from going below 32 degrees even if the air is much colder. This may defeat
11、frost and save plants.This strange kind of ice blanket works only on plants that are strong enough to stand the weight of frozen spray. This is used even to protect banana plants on some Central American farms.25. According to the passage, what might happen if the ice keeps wet? A. The plants might
12、not benefit from it. B. The strong plants will be frozen to death. C. It may not defeat frost or save plants. D. The ice cant get below 32 F.26. Ice can save plants rather than destroy them on condition that they are _. A. not strong enough B. quickly frozen C. used to frost D. sprayed continually27
13、. In which of the following sentences stand has the same meaning as in the last paragraph?A. He stands in terrible danger. B. The train stood for an hour.C. This house stands the test of time. D. He could hardly stand.28. The best title of this passage would be “_”. A. Ice Can Be Nice B. Frost Saves
14、 Crops C. Ice Battle D. Ice Is GoodCA few years ago I had an “aha!” moment regarding handwriting. I had in my hand a sheet of paper with handwritten instructions on it for some sort of editorial task. It occurred at first that I did not recognize the handwriting, and then I realized whose it must be
15、. I finally became aware of the fact that I had been working with this colleague for at least a year，maybe two，and yet I did not recognize her handwriting at that point. It was a very important event in the computerization of life a sign that the informal friendly communication of people working tog
16、ether in an office had changed from notes in pen to instant messages and emails. There was a time when our workdays were filled with little letters, and we recognized one anothers handwriting the way we knew voices or faces. As a child visiting my fathers office，I was pleased to recognize，in little
17、notes on the desks of his staff，the same handwriting I would see at home in the notes he would leave on the fridgeexcept that those notes were signed “dad” instead of “RFW”. All this has been on my mind because of the talk about The Rise and Fall of Handwriting, a book by Florey. She shows in her bo
18、ok a deep concern about the fall of handwriting and the failure of schools to teach children to write well, but many others argue that people in a digital age cant be expected to learn to hold a pen. I dont buy it! I dont want to see anyone cut off from the expressive, personal associations that a p
19、en still promotes better than a digital keyboard does. For many a biographer, part of really getting to know their subjects is learning to read their handwriting. What some people advocate is teaching one of the many attractive handwritings based on the handwriting of 16th-century Italy. That may so
20、und impossibly grandas if they want kids to learn to draw by copying classical paintings. However, they have worked in many school systems. 29. Why was the author surprised at not recognizing his colleagues handwriting?A. His colleagues handwriting was SO beautiful. B. His colleagues handwriting was
21、 SO terrible.C. He had worked with his colleague long enough. D. He still had a lot of work to do.30. People working together in an office used to _.A. know better one anothers handwriting B. talk more about handwritingC. communicate better with one another D. take more notes on workdays31. The auth
22、ors father wrote notes in pen _.A. to his family in small letters B. to both his family and his staffC. to his family on the fridge D. to his staff on the desk32. We can learn from the passage that the author _.A. puts the blame on the computer B. thinks it impossible to teach handwritingC. does not
23、 agree with Florey D. does not want to lose handwritingDWeve all been there: in a lift, in line at the bank or on an airplane, surrounded by people who are, like us, deeply focused on their smart-phones or, worse, struggling with the uncomfortable silence. Whats the problem? Its possible that we all
24、 have compromised conversational intelligence. Its more likely that none of us start a conversation because its awkward and challenging, or we think its annoying and unnecessary. But the next time you find yourself among strangers, consider that small talk is worth the trouble. Experts say its an in
25、valuable social practice that results in big benefits.Dismissing small talk as unimportant is easy, but we cant forget that deep relationships wouldnt even exist if it werent for casual conversation. Small talk is the grease(润滑剂) for social communication, says Bernardo Carducci, director of the Shyn
26、ess Research Institute at Indiana University Southeast. “Almost every great love story and each big business deal begins with small talk,” he explains. “The key to successful small talk is learning how to connect with others, not just communicate with them.”In a 2019 study, Elizabeth Dunn, associate
27、 professor of psychology at UBC, invited people on their way into a coffee shop. One group was asked to seek out an interaction (互动) with its waiter; the other, to speak only when necessary. The results showed that those who chatted with their server reported significantly higher positive feelings a
28、nd a better coffee shop experience. “Its not that talking to the waiter is better than talking to your husband,” says Dunn. “But interactions with peripheral (边缘的) members of our social network matter for our well-being also.”Dunn believes that people who reach out to strangers feel a significantly
29、greater sense of belonging, a bond with others. Carducci believes developing such a sense of belonging starts with small talk. “Small talk is the basis of good manners,” he says.33. What is important for successful small talk according to Carducci?A. Making business deals. B. Showing good manners.C.
30、 Focusing on a topic. D. Connecting with other people.34. What does the coffee-shop study suggest about small talk?A. It raises peoples confidence. B. It improves family relationships.C. It brings people positive feelings. D. It matters as much as a formal talk.35. What is the best title for the tex
31、t?A.Ways of Making Small Talk B. Uncomfortable SilenceC. Conversation Counts D. Benefits of Small Talk第二节 (共5小题；每小题2分，满分10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。Tips for Choosing a CareerChoosing a career is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. While selecting a career can be
32、a difficult process, the following tips can make this process easier for you.Careful reading about potential careers is vital. 36 Its important to collect information such as career descriptions, career outlooks, employment statistics, educational requirements, and potential earnings. 37 Do this fre
33、quently since these lists keep changing. A “hot job” today may not be “hot” next year or the year after next year. When evaluating these lists, keep in mind your interests, skills and job satisfaction requirements.Find a mentor. Many colleges and employers have a formal mentoring program. 38 It is a
34、 great way to learn about a career, and a mentor can provide valuable networking opportunities.Interviewing people in the field is an excellent way to learn about the various aspects of a career. _39_ Informational interviews often change a persons perspective about an occupation. You can find inter
35、view candidates by asking friends, teachers and neighbors. You can also contact relevant professional associations and societies and visit appreciate social and professional networking sites online.The skills required for a career are an essential factor for an individuals potential for success in t
36、hat career. Write a list of the skills needed for a particular field. Place a check next to each skill you possess. _40 A. At last, please count the number of tickets you have. B. Look for lists of “hot jobs” on the Internet and in magazines. C. Potential careers are the jobs which you will have in
37、the future.D. The more checks you make, the more likely this field is right for you.E. Interviewing others also provides good social communication opportunities.F. You will discover detailed information about careers that you were not aware of.G. Also, formal mentoring organizations are available th
38、at match mentors with individuals.第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分） 第一节 (共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30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，选出可填入空白处的最佳选项。Two weeks earlier, my son, Ben, had got in touch. Hed moved to England with his mum when he was three and it had been 13 years since Id 41 seen him. So imagine my 42 when he e
39、mailed me saying he wanted to come to visit me.I was thrilled! I 43 early at Byron Bay where we were supposed to 44 . The bay was bathed _45_ sunshine, and there was a group of kayakers around 150m off the shore. Getting a little 46 , I realized one kayak（皮划艇）was in 47 . “Somethings not 48 !” I 49_
40、there were two instructors on board and a man lying across the middle. He was 50_ violently. Linking arms with one of the instructors. I helped 51 the young man out of the water. He was unconscious and as I looked at his face, something 52 to me. Those brown eyes were very _53 . “Whats his name?” I
41、asked the instructor. “Ben,” he replied, and immediately I 54 . That stranger was my son!The instructors called for an ambulance. 55 , after a brief stay in hospital, Ben was well enough to be allowed to 56 and later the family met up for dinner. We chatted about everything and then Ben _57 to me. “
42、I just want to say thank you,” he said. “You 58 my life!”I still cant believe what a 59 it was. Im just so glad I was there 60 to help my son.41. A. also B. often C. even D. last42. A. delight B. relief C. anger D. worry43. A. left B. arrived C. stayed D. got44. A. talk B. stay C. meet D. settle45.
43、A. in B. on C. under D. at46. A. faster B. closer C. heavier D. wiser47. A. trouble B. advance C. question D. battle48. A. real B. right C. fair D. fit49. A. stared B. looked C. saw D. watched50. A. arguing B. fighting C. shouting D. shaking51. A. lead B. persuade C. carry D. keep52. A. happened B.
44、occurred C. applied D. appeared53. A. sharp B. pleasant C. attractive D. familiar姓名：考场号：座位号：班级：54. A. agreed B. hesitated C. doubted D. knew55. A. Fortunately B. Frankly C. Sadly D. Suddenly56. A. return B. relax C. speak D. leave57. A. joked B. turned C. listened D. pointed58. A. created B. honored
45、 C. saved D. guided59. A. coincidence B. change C. pity D. pain60. A. on board B. in time C. for sure D. on purpose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。Im not sure 61 is more frightened, me or the female gorilla(大猩猩）that suddenly appears out of nowhere. Im walking on a path in th
46、e forest in the Central African Republic. Unexpectedly, Im face-to-face with the gorilla, who begins screaming at the top of her lungs. That makes her baby 62 , too. Then a 400-pound male appears. He screams the 63 (loud) of all. The noise shakes the trees as the male beats his chest and charges tow
47、ard me. I quickly lower myself, ducking my head to avoid 64 (look) directly into his eyes so he doesnt feel 65 (challenge).My name is Mireya Mayor. Im a 66 (science) who studies animals such as apes and monkeys. Id been searching 67 these three western lowland gorillas many years. No one had seen th
48、em for hours, and my colleagues and I were worried.When the gorillas and I frightened each other, I was just glad to find 68 (they) alive. True to a gorillas unaggressive nature, the huge animal 69 (mean) no real harm to me. He was just saying: Im king of this forest, and here is your reminder! Once
49、 I got his message, he allowed me 70_ (stay) and watch.第四部分 写作（共两节，满分35分） 第一节 短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文，文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（），并在其下面写出该加的词。删除：把多余的词用斜线（）划掉。修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。注意：1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词； 2.只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。Durin
50、g my last winter holiday, I went to the countryside with my father visit my grandparents. It change a lot there. The first time I went there, they were living in a small house with dogs, ducks, and another animals. Last winter when I went there again, he had a big separate house to feed lots of duck
51、. They alsohad a small pond, which they raised fish. My grandpa said last summer they earned quite a lot by sell thefish. I felt happily to hear that. On the end of our trip, I told my father that I planned to return every two years, but he agreed.第二节 书面表达（满分25分）你受学生会委托为校宣传栏英语天地写一则通知，请大家观看一部英语短片Growing Together，内容包括：1. 短片内容：学校的发展；2. 放映时间、地点；3. 欢迎对短片提出意见。注意：1. 词数100左右；2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。答题卡2122232425262728293031323334353637383940414243444546474849505152535455565758596061. _ 62._ 63._ 64._ 65._66. _ 67._ 68._ 69._ 70._
