1、七选五专题江苏省苏州市2021届高三上学期期中考试英语试题第二节(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。No one will be surprised to hear that the arts are under fire in this day and age. We view the arts as something of a hobby, something thats fun but certainly cant pay the rent. Do we really need art in o
2、ur lives?It seems as though the loss of art in daily life is a sad fact of life, but it doesnt have to be. _36_ For example, art therapy has helped people with a range of illnesses, both mental and physical, cope with their symptoms. Art is found almost anywhere you look in your home. Practical item
3、s, such as bedspreads, furniture or clothing, are all art forms in themselves and arouse emotions in the people interacting with them._37_ History tells us what happened and when it happened, but it cant tell us how the population at large felt about it, which is where art steps in. We know a lot ab
4、out how people in the past lived and worked, because their art has given us such a deep insight into their daily lives.Most of all, we need art in our lives as it gives us a form of selfexpression. _38_ You may not think you talk about your feelings, but you may express them in other ways. Some like
5、 to cook or bake, some like to work on machinery, and others may like to paint or draw. _39_So, do we need art in our lives? Many people would say no, but the art theyre thinking of is the art you see in galleries. _40_ It helps those in need, gives people in the future an idea of what life was like
6、, and is a vital form of selfexpression.A. Art also gives us insight into the world.B. Art doesnt have to be something that everyone understands.C. There are actually a lot of practical uses for art for many people.D. Art is much more accessible and is truly needed in everyday life.E. Being able to
7、talk about our feelings is essential to staying healthy.F. We use art to express ourselves, showcase talent, and grow as people.G. Whatever you like to do in your spare time, youre probably creating art.第二节 3640CAEGD江苏省南通市20202021学年度第一学期高三期中学情检测试卷英语第二节（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,
8、并在答题纸上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。How to Make a Good Impression on Your TeacherMaking a good first impression on your teacher is an important part of having a good school year. You dont have to be smart to get a teacher to appreciate you.Introduce yourself at the first opportunity. Talk to them for a minute o
9、r so if you want to. This shows that you arent afraid to socialize and that you have confidence. Most teachers like students who have confidence and share the same hobbies with them. 36 Do what you are expected to, especially for the first few weeks of school. Always raise your hand before speaking.
10、 Dont hesitate to ask questions if you dont understand anything. 37 This implies that you want to learn and that you strive to do well in school. Just make sure you dont ask questions too often. 38 Teachers love cheerful students. So keep a positive attitude. Besides, participating shows that you un
11、derstand what your teacher is talking about. It will seem like that you are prepared and listening in class.Listen carefully and study hard. Know when to pay attention. Having to ask the teacher to repeat themselves can be embarrassing. 39 If you do, youll score highly in your first test. Maintainin
12、g your grades throughout the whole year (or semester) is a must.Turn in assignments on time. As children grow older, homework as well as the amount of time engaged in homework increases in importance. 40 Late homework can result in punishments and your teacher wont be happy either.A. That means no c
13、omplaining, being angry or displaying unhappiness.B. Your teacher will be more than happy to help you.C. Work hard in preparation for tests.D. Try to find something you both have in common.E. Homework is an effective way to provide additional instruction.F. Remember to keep a positive attitude.G. Sm
14、ile and participate in some activities.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）36-40 DBGCE江苏省镇江市镇江中学2021届高三上学期期中教学质量检测试卷第二节（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。First established as a state capital in 229 CE, Nanjing, China, has long been one of the countrys most important (and largest) inlan
15、d river ports and is recognized as one of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China.Why do people love it?36._ Xuanwu Lake provides a peaceful escape right in central Nanjing, with temples, teahouses and restaurants located in nearby Xuanwu Lake Park. Unlike city walls in Beijing or Xian, Nanjings ol
16、d wall isnt geometric and instead contours the lake and mountain areas. 37. _ The sense of surprise delivered by these central natural expanses, like the Yangtze River, Zhongshan Mountain range and Xuanwu Lake, is what new residents love about living here.Whats it like living here?For those who miss
17、 the foods of home, theres no shortage of foreign restaurants and cafes that cater to expats and international students. 38._ Nanjing has an efficient and expansive metro system that covers most of the city, but cycling is also an option, with bike-friendly wide and straight roads.Residents rave abo
18、ut how affordable Nanjing is compared to other Chinese cities, especially when it comes to housing. 39. _ That said, the weather can be rough in winter, since most buildings lack central heating. Summers are also very hot and humid.In general, a certain traditionalism and conservatism can be felt mo
19、re strongly here than in other Chinese cities, which can make it more of a challenge to make local friends quickly. The language and cultural barrier tends to be high. 40. _A. Rent for an 85-sq-m apartment is more than 50% cheaper than Beijing and 65% less than Shanghai.B. If you want to experience
20、more of Nanjings past, the streets of Lao Men Dongis a must-see.C. As a result, natural sites often appear in unexpected areas of the city.D. Though home to 8.3 million people, Nanjing is one of the few big cities left in China to offer easy access to peace.E. The city also has plenty of low-key and
21、 live-music clubs.F. Getting around the city is easy.G. So learning and speaking Mandarin Chinese can help with integrating into the local community.七选五：DCFAG江苏省南京市六校联合体2021届高三上学期11月联考试题英语试题第二节 (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。A popular Yale University psychology
22、course now available for free online. I decided to see what it was all about. 36 After taking the course, Im convinced that anyone who adopts and practices the strategies provided can truly become happier. Reconnecting with a friend can boost happiness, but so can a meaningful encounter with a stran
23、ger. One of the most complex things we can engage with is another persons mind. 37 In fact, many studies have found that the more you use social media, the less happy you are. This is because social mediaespecially picture-heavy platformspresent things others have that you dont, making you want more
24、 and appreciate less. 38 However, varying your approach is key. If you perform the same act of kindness over and over, it may begin to feel like an obligation or a boring task. The reactions you got made you feel better about yourselves. Kindness brings other happiness benefits, too. Helping others
25、takes the focus away from our own worries and problems, which can boost happiness. And being generous wont increase levels of the stress hormone cortisol. Perhaps surprisingly, kindness improves overall physical health. Taking exercise causes hormonal changes in the body that make you feel good and
26、help interrupt negative thoughts. Clinically depressed people who exercised regularly improved just as much as those who took antidepressants. 39 But anecdotally, most people who exercise will tell you they feel better. Shortchanging your sleep can make you bad-tempered. 40 A lot of people know that
27、 sleep is good but some are forced to sacrifice sleep because they have other things taking up their time. A. I was curious to see what the course was recommending.B. Volunteering to help someone can make you happier than doing self-centered things. C. Getting enough shut-eye can boost your mood.D.
28、Ways of our minds trick us into being less happy.E. After all, Ive been writing about happiness for years.F. Online friends dont count. G. Getting out of a depression is not exactly the same as happiness.第二节 七选五（共5题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）36-40：E F B G C江苏省苏北四市2020-2021学年高三第一次质量检测英语试题第二节：每小题2.5分Life Lesson
29、sLife is not easy when you are pursuing something worthwhile and ready to learn from the best experiences. _36_Here are some life lessons which people will learn the hard way in majority of cases.It takes consistent time and effort to be successful in any area. However, people usually get discourage
30、d when it takes more time than they thought it would. At this time, people refer only to people who have already achieved what you want to be, which most people fail to do. Look at any successful person and youll notice one thing common in all of them. They took time to learn and mastered their skil
31、ls like no one else. _37_Be brave to take the road less travelled. In our whole life, we always want to follow the same path that everyone suggests, do the same things everyone does, take the same career path everyone takes, wear the same clothes everyone wears, and hang out with the same people we
32、work with._38_But when you get bored of life, you will realize that you are not meant to do what everyone des and that your destiny is different from anyone elses out there in the world. But the price you pay to realize this is high because it takes a great amount of courage to follow your own path.
33、You dont have to live your life in a way society wants you to. _39_Parents sometimes force their children to select a career they dont want because other children have selected that career, Worst of all, people follow them without even asking. There is no harm in old rituals( 惯例) and beliefs but whe
34、n you pursue then before your interest, sooner or later youll realize that yon should first do what you think is right._40_ However, if you are smart enough to learn early and wish not to waste your precious time learning them the hard way, learn them now and apply it to your lifeA. You have to brea
35、k the rules sometimes. B. After al life lessons are always learned the hard wayC. There is no elevator to success; you have to take the stairs.D. The reason why we follow others is that we are scared to fail.E. It always takes tests and then fails us to learn anything worthwhile.F. The general rule goes that the harder you try, the greater results you get.36-40: ECDGB
