1、广东肇庆二高2012届高中毕业班第三次高考模拟考试英 语 2012-05-24本试卷共三部分，共10页。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，并在答题卡上将该题涂黑。We convince ourselves that life will be better after we get married, have a baby, then another. Then were dissatisfied that th
2、e kids arent old enough and well be more 1 when they are. After that, were frustrated that we have 2 teenagers to deal with. Well certainly be happy when we are out of that 3 . We tell ourselves that our life will be 4 when we get a nice car, are able to go on a nice vacation and when we retire. But
3、 the 5 is: there is no better time to be happy than right now. Your life will always be filled with challenges. Its best to 6 this and decide to be happy anyway. One my 7 quotes (语录) comes from Alfred D. Souza, who said, “For a long time it had seemed to me life was about to begin-real life. But the
4、re was always some 8 in the way.” This viewpoint has helped me to see that there is no 9 to happiness. Happiness is the way itself. So, 10 every moment that you have now and share it with your loved ones and 11 that time waits for no one. So, 12 waiting until you finish school, until you go to unive
5、rsity, until you start work, until you find a boy or girl friend, until you get married, until you get a new car or home, until you have kids, until your kids leave the house, until you get 13 , until you get remarried, until you retire, until spring, until summer, until you die, until you are born
6、again to decide that to be happy you have no 14 time than right now. Happiness is a journey, not a(n) 15 . （292）1. A. available B. contentC. confident D. generous2. A. troublesome B. foolishC. naive D. ridiculous3. A. problem B. routine C. stage D. area4. A. normal B. casual C. simple D. perfect5. A
7、. truth B. problem C. doubt D. answer6. A. recall B. confirmC. admit D. trust7. A. famous B. direct C. valuable D. favorite8. A. barrier B. attraction C. surprise D. harm9. A. time B. way C. limit D. right10. A. treasure B. spend C. celebrate D. develop11. A. think B. forget C. remember D. confirm12
8、. A. keep B. stopC. practise D. tolerate13. A. satisfied B. stressed C. divorced D. deserted14. A. more B. longer C. worse D. better15. A. vacation B. destinationC. achievement D. settlement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使用括号中词语的正确形式填空，并将答案填写在答题卷标号为16-25的相应位置上。
9、Experts say there are several ways to deal with stress. They include deep breathing and a method of guided thought called meditation. They also include exercise, eating healthy foods, getting enough rest and balancing the time 16 ( spend)working and playing.Exercise is one of _17_ most effective str
10、ess-reduction measures. Running, walking or playing sports causes physical changes 18 make you feel better. Exercise also improves the bodys defense system 19 disease. And studies have found that 20 helps protect against a decrease in mental ability.Doctors say deep, slow breathing is also helpful.
11、Many _21_(medicine ) studies have shown that clearing the mind through quiet meditation_22_ (help ) you become calm. This causes lower blood pressure, reduces muscle tension 23 decreases heart rate.Experts also say keeping stress to yourself can make problems 24 ( bad ). Researchers have linked the
12、failure 25 identify and express emotions to many health conditions. These include eating disorders, fear disorders and high blood pressure. （160） 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。A I had the meanest mother in the world. While other kids ate candy for b
13、reakfast, I had to have cereal, eggs and toast. Others had cokes and candy for lunch, while we had to eat a sandwich. As you can guess, my supper was different than the other kids. But at least I was not alone in my suffering. My sister and two brothers had the same mean mother as I did.My mother in
14、sisted on knowing where we were at all times. She had to know who our friends were and what we were doing. We had to wear clean clothes every day. Other kids always wore their clothes for days. We reached the height of disgrace because she made our clothes herself, just to save money.The worst is ye
15、t to come. We had to be in bed by 9:00 each night and up at 7:45 the next morning. So while my friends slept, my mother actually had the courage to break Child Labor Law. She made us work. I believed she lay awake all night thinking up mean things to do to us. Through the years, our friends report c
16、ards had beautiful colors on them, black for passing, red for failing. My mother, however, would merely be content with black marks. None of us was allowed the pleasure of being a dropout.She forced us to grow up into educated and honest adults. Using this as a background, Im now trying to bring up
17、my three children. Im filled with pride when my children think I am mean because now I thank God every day for giving me the meanest mother in the world.26. From the passage we can learn that the writers mother was _.A. not generous at all B. very strict with her childrenC. very mean with money matt
18、ers D. very cruel to her children27. Which of the following things did the writer hate to do most? wA. Eating differently from other kids. B. Wearing clean clothes made by motherC. Going to bed early and getting up early D. Letting mother know where they were28. It can be inferred from the passage t
19、hat_.A. the writer worked hard and usually got good grades in studiesB. mother was punished for breaking the Labor LawC. all the other kids studied better than the writerD. the writers family lived a miserable life29. Which of the following statements is Not true according to the passage ?A. Mother
20、practised economy in running her homeB. The writer is very thankful for her motherC. The writer is severe with her children when bringing them upD. The wrier has a deep hatred for her mother30. The passage was written in a way of _ tone. A. humorous B. hateful C. ridiculous D. critical BSydneyA shar
21、k savaged a schoolboys leg while he was surfing with his father at a beach in Sydney on February 23.It was the third shark attack along the coast of Australias largest city in a month.The 15-year-old boy and his father were in the water off Avalon，on Sydneys northern beaches，around dawn when he was
22、attacked. The citys beaches are packed with locals and tourists during the summer months. “The father heard a scream and turned to see his son thrashing(激烈扭动)about in the water，”police said. “Fortunately，the shark swam away and the boy was helped to the shore by his father.”Lifesaving Club spokesman
23、 Nick Miller said，“It got him around the top of his left leg and the father came and dragged him out of water.” He said the boy was bleeding heavily when he was brought to the shore. “There was a lot of pain，as you can imagine. ”The teenager was airlifted to hospital for treatment for leg injuries.
24、Police said the bites “cut through to the bone”，but the boy did not app ear to have sustained any fractures (骨折)He was in a stable condition now. Several beaches were closed after the attack. Water police and lifeguards were searching for the shark，while police hoped to identify its species by the s
25、hape of the bite marks. But they said it was too early to say what type of shark attacked the boy. “I dont even know if he saw it，”Miller said. Many shark species live in the waters off Sydneys beaches，but attacks on humans are still relatively rare. However，there were two attacks on successive days
26、 earlier this month，one on a navy diver in Sydney harbor，not far from the famous Opera House，and the other on a surfer at the citys world-famous Bondi beach. Fishermen say shark numbers are on the rise. There is a ban on commercial fishing in the harbor，which has increased fish stocks. Marine expert
27、s also claim environmental protection has created a cleaner environment，attracting sharks closer to the shore as they chase fish. Many shark species，including the Great Whitethe maneaters made famous in Steven Spielbergs Jawsare protected in Australian waters.31The report mainly tells us _.Ashark at
28、tacks on humans are on the riseBsharks attacked humans three times in one monthCa boy was attacked by a shark at a Sydney beachDshark numbers are increasing in the waters off Sydneys beaches32The underlined word “savaged” in the first paragraph probably means “_” AattractedBdragged Cbit Dpacked33Wha
29、t do we know about the city of Sydney from the passage? AIt is one of the largest cities in Australia. BSydney harbor is not far from the famous Opera House. CThere are many locals and tourists on its coast all the year round. DThere are few shark species in the waters off Sydneys beaches.34About th
30、e injury of the boy we know that _. Ahe was losing much blood when he was dragged out Bhe was very nervous when he was sent to hospital Che may be in danger of losing his leg Dhe was injured in the right leg35All the following are the causes of Australias sharks increasing EXCEPT that _. Aenvironmen
31、tal protection has created a cleaner environment Ba ban on commercial fishing has increased fish numbers Cmany shark species are protected in Australian waters Dthe film Jaws has made the Great White famousCShe is quiet, soft-spoken and has a kind face and a strong heart. She is my mom, Lili.When I
32、was nine, Lili quitted her job and started her own business. She said she didnt want to stay at home and work as a housewife: “Its a waste of life.” Lili became so busy that she spent less and less time with me. She didnt help me with my schoolwork. It was, in her words, “so that you can develop you
33、r independence”. We quarreled because she rarely showed up at parents meetings.Like mother, like daughter. I have many things in common with Lili. I want everything to be under control. I want to be perfect and I dont expect other people to help me. I push myself hard to achieve my goals.After I sta
34、rted to go to high school, Lili and I were too busy to communicate much with each other.In biology class I began to be depressed. When the teacher showed us a picture of a butterfly, I was scared and screamed. I had a vision of thousands of butterflies flying toward me.That night I told Lili about i
35、t. The next morning, I saw that she had red eyes with black circles around them.She took me to see a therapist (治疗师). Three hours later, the therapist told Lili that my life was like a wheel spinning (旋转) faster and faster and that was the reason for what had happened to me. I only realized it when
36、my body couldnt stand the pressure anymore. At these words, Lili burst into tears. “Its all my fault, shes just a kid and I didnt have time to take care of her.” To be honest, I had never seen Lili cry before.After that, Lili began to spend more time at home, cooking and dragging me to do sports. I
37、realized she was the one who would always be there when I was in real trouble. No mom is perfect, but she is the one who really cares about her kid. (351) 36. Lili quitted her job and started her own business because _.A. she wanted to make more moneyB. she was not willing to look after meC. she did
38、nt want to waste her lifeD. she likes keeping busy37. We quarreled because _.A. she began to spend less and less time with meB. she didnt help me with my schoolwork.C. she seldom attended the parents meetings in my school.D. Lili and I were too busy to communicate much with each other.38. What can w
39、e learn from the passage?A. Most women dont want to be a housewife.B. Most children want their mothers to accompany them at home. C. We need to understand our mothers busy life.D. Although mothers are not perfect, they all love the children39. Which of the following statements is WRONG?A. Lili is a
40、quiet, strong-willed woman.B. Lili began to spend more time at home after visiting the therapist.C. I was scared and screamed in biology class because I hate butterflies.D. I only realized my life was like a wheel when my body couldnt stand the pressure anymore.40. What is the best title for the pas
41、sage? A. Mom Does Care. B. A Busy but Successful Mother.C. Change From Mother to Businessman. D. A Students Opinion on Mother.D Nobody knows for absolute certainty all the details of the life of Aesop. However, scholars have been working to established some facts and this is the brief story of Aesop
42、 as it is accepted today. Aesop was born a slave around the year 620 B.C. In , it was a privilege and tradition of freedmen to be interested in public affairs, so Aesop worked hard to raise himself from a servile slaves position to a high position of renown. He was a thinker and philosopher and even
43、tually became widely admired. Aesop was a smart man and a good speaker. He liked to learn and to also teach people, so he traveled through many countries. He came to Sardis, the capital of the famous king Croesus of Lydia who was a patron of learning and learned men. Croesus was so impressed by Aeso
44、p that he invited Aesop to permanently reside at Sardis. The king hired Aesop to do diplomatic government work such as trying to establish peace between the various republics of Greece. Aesop reconciled the inhabitants of these cities by telling his wise fables. It was on one of these ambassadorial
45、missions that Aesop was killed. Croesus had sent him to Delphi with lots of gold which was to be distributed among the citizens. After talking with the people of Delphi, Aesop got so mad at the citizens because of their covetousness. He refused to divide the money and instead sent it back to his mas
46、ter. The Delphians were so mad they executed Aesop as a public criminal. As it often happens in Greek history, the Delphians were visited by a series of calamities as a sort of retribution for Aesops death. This is where the phrase the blood of Aesop originated. The saying means wrongful deeds will
47、not go unpunished. In memory of Aesop, a statue was erected in Athens. The statue was created by the famous Greek sculptor, Lysippus.41. Why did Aesop work so hard? A. Because he wanted to be an official. B. Because he desired to join in public affairs. C. Because he wanted to make more money. D. Be
48、cause he wanted to write wise fables.42. According to Paragraph 3, Aesop traveled through many countries to _.A. spread knowledge B. seek help C. admire the scenery D. collect facts43. Croesus hired Aesop to _. A. establish relations with other republics B. handle interal affairs of Lydia C. be in c
49、harge of his wealth D. publish the neighboring republics of Greece44. Which of the following word can best describe Croesus? A. Strong-willed. B. Generous. C. Adventurous. D. Knowledgeable.45. The phrase “the blood of Aesop” probably means “_”. A. No pains, no gains. B. Well begun is half done. C. I
50、ts no use crying over spilt milk. D. Wrongful deeds will not go unpunished.第二节信息匹配（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。首先， 请阅读下面招聘信息：A. Sales Manager Requirement: Minimum of 2-year sales experience; University / College degree; Good command of English; Excellent communication skills; Responsible
51、, patient, energetic, enthusiastic; Customer service, teaching experience is preferred; Basic office computer skills ( Excel, Word, E-mail).B. Project Management Assistant Requirements: Good English and computer skills; Related working experience is a must; Patient, careful, supportive; Strong team
52、spirit.C. English Teacher Requirements: Universiy degree or above in English major; Eager to learn and open-mind with creativity; With deep understanding and respect for different cultures.D. Marketing Assistant Requirements: College degree or above with good English (speaking and writing) skills; W
53、ith basic ideas of sales and marketing; Working experience is not necessary; Good communication and presentation skills;E. Accountant Requirements: College degree or above in finance area; Good English and computer skills; Good sense of finance management; At least two years of experience as an acco
54、untant in an international organization is a must; Self-management, hard-working, independent and able to deal with pressure.F. Nurse Requirements: College degree or above in medicine area;Good communication and nursing skills;Good sense of responsibility; At least two years of experience as a nurse
55、 in a big hospital; Patient, careful, polite, hard-working.请阅读下列职位申请者的信息，然后匹配申请者和合适的招聘信息。46. Harry Evans graduated from the University of Oxford. At the university, he majored in English Literature, and got a Bachelors degree.47. Jack Blunkett has been an accountant in an international company for f
56、our years after graduating from the Finance University, and he is good at English and computer.48. Peter Hessler is a manager of an international company, and his duty is to sell the products of the company.49. Thomas Wright got a masters degree. His spoken English is excellent, but he hasno working
57、 experience. He is good at writing and communication.50. Alice Elizebeth has worked in a Building Material Company for ten years. And she is expert in management. She can communicate in English very well.III 写作（共两节，满分40分）第一节 基础写作（共1小题，满分15分） 写作内容请根据以下内容给校报写一篇英语短文，介绍我市“天然气车辆（natural gas vehicles）”的情况
58、。 现状我市最近投入使用70辆天然气公交车，兴建两座天然气站。优势和传统燃料相比，天然气节省能源，降低成本；废气排放少，噪音小，有益人们健康及城市环境。更多举措除政府投入外，还鼓励公司和个人使用天然气车，共建低碳城市。 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。第二节 读写任务 (共1小题，满分25分)阅读下面的短文，然后按照要求写一篇150词左右的英语短文。Dear Jane，My dear daughter, do you know how shocked I was to be told that you have chosen to be a j
59、ournalist? A short, slim and weak girl like you should take such a job as her career! Do you know how worried I am? Do you still remember your dear Uncle Danny, my handsome and wise younger brother? The insightful and strong willed journalist honored in the press circle, was sent to report what was
60、happening in the Middle East. He left with a strong sense of duty but never returned home. We did not get the news until 4 months after his death, and his ashes until 2 years later. I was crying my heart out with you in my arms.You are only 18 years old and never old enough to make such a hasty deci
61、sion for your life. Let s try to see what you have. You are learning as one of the top students in a school famous all over the country. You can choose to go to an ideal university without sitting for the exam. You are now one of the masters among your contemporaries. Just think of 4 years later whe
62、n you graduate from an excellent university and, I am sure, many good jobs are waiting for you, but not to be a journalist. I am so proud of you and you have been my hope in my heart since your father s death. I would not like to be alone when my only daughter finishes college and works for a job th
63、at totally fails to give me a sense of security.Jane, think about it carefully.Sincerely，Mom【写作内容】假设你是Jane，请你给母亲回信。1以约30个词概括来信的大意；2然后以约120个词说服你的母亲让你当记者，并包括以下要点：(1)当记者是你的理想；(2)记者工作的重要性；(3)让母亲不要担心。【写作要求】1作文中可使用自己的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文中不能出现真实姓名。【评分标准】概括准确，语言规范，内容合适，语篇连贯。广东肇庆二高2012届高中毕
64、业班第三次高考模拟考试英语参考答案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）1-5BACDA 6-10CDABA 11-15CBCDB 第二节 语法填空（共10小题; 每小题1.5分，满分15分）16. spent 17. the 18. that / which 19.against 20. it 21. medical 22. helps 23. and 24. worse 25.to / with 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 26-30BCADA 31-35 CCBAD 36-40CCDCA 41-45BAABD 46-50
65、CEADBIII 写作（共两节，满分40分）第一节 基础写作（共1小题，满分15分） One possible versionIt is reported that recently 70 natural gas buses have been put into use and two gas stations have been set up in our city. Compared with traditional fuels, natural gas is not only energy-saving but also environmentally friendly. For one
66、 thing, Natural gas vehicles consume much less fuels, thus greatly reducing cost. For another, unlike traditional vehicles, natural gas vehicles release very small amounts of harmful gases and they dont make loud noises, which is beneficial to the health of people as well as the environment of the c
67、ity.Apart from the effort of the government, companies and individuals are also encouraged to use natural gas vehicles because only by joint efforts can we build up a low-carbon city.第二节 读写任务 (共1小题，满分25分)One possible versionDear Mum，How moved I am to receive your letter, from which I know your unsel
68、fish love for me. I know the reason you dont want me to be a journalist is that Uncle Danny s death makes you worried about my safety.I can never do enough to repay your love. However, my dream is to be a journalist, because it is a noble job with a deep concern for society. A good journalist can go
69、 deep into society to cover the most shocking, exciting and amazing events, and also interview those who can benefit people and those who should be helped. It is a job with not only sweat but also the pleasure of its own. The real meaning of journalism is to work for the community and for the public
70、 cause. Journalists are capable of doing right to what is unfair.Mum, I know very well what a great challenge it is for me to be a journalist. It means less rest and more hard work. This is so harsh for a little girl like me. But such difficulty seems nothing to me when compared to a great cause of journalism. I can look after myself. Mum, please think about my idea.Yours，Jane
