1、第一部分选择性必修第一册UNIT 3阅读理解A(湖北省巴东第一中学2021届高三下学期第二次模拟考试)Buckingham Palace TourWatching the traditional changing of the guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace is a must when in London, and on this 45hour youll get to experience this event, as well as other typical British traditions. The package combines thr
2、ee major attractions: the changing of the guard, a tour of the State Apartments and traditional afternoon tea. The guided tour passes through St. James Park before stopping to watch the guard ceremony with soldiers dressed in traditional uniforms, followed by entry into Buckingham Palace for an audi
3、o tour. After, travelers will head to a luxury hotel for traditional afternoon tea, scones and sandwiches. Thames River Sightseeing CruiseAfternoon tea is a British tradition, and to make this casual, elegant experience even more relaxing, you can combine it with a sightseeing cruise of Londons Tham
4、es River, the main waterway that flows through the heart of the city. Board a windowlined vessel for an hourandahalf voyage from Tower Pier to Westminster that includes traditional tea service with pastries, scones and sandwiches. The boat will float past iconic sites like the Tower of London, Big B
5、en, the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye, as well as Shakespeares famous Globe Theatre. On the return, feel free to wander the outside deck for photos and listen to informative commentary from the staff. London Royal Parks Bike TourLondon has some spectacular parks that are located among the
6、citys most famous attractions and a guided bike tour is a fun and relaxing way to cover a lot of ground quickly and experience these lovely public spaces. The fourhour, morning or afternoon bike tour begins in Central London where bicycles and helmets are issued, followed by a leisurely ride through
7、 Westminster to the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben with narration from the tour guide followed by busy Trafalgar Square. Next, the ride heads to all four Royal Parks: Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, Green Park and St Jamess Park. Before returning to the start, riders can visit th
8、e Princess Diana Memorial at Kensington Palace. Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day TripIf youre interested in exploring some of the worldfamous attractions outside of London, consider booking the Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip. The fullday tour departs from London in an aircon
9、ditioned bus, spans about nine hours and includes three of Englands architectural gems. The first stop is the Queens official residence: Windsor Castle for audio tours and a chance to see the changing of the guard followed be free time to explore the streets of Windsor. Next up is a visit to the mys
10、terious UNESCO site of Stonehenge, followed by a walking tour of the city of Oxford. Along the way, the guide points out historical landmarks and other attractions and provides an indepth commentary. Food and beverages are not included, but you can pick something up in Windsor. 1Which tour is the sh
11、ortest?ABuckingham Palace Tour. BThames River Sightseeing Cruise. CLondon Royal Parks Bike Tour. DWindsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip. 2All the above tours are in London, except _. ABuckingham Palace Tour BThames River Sightseeing CruiseCLondon Royal Parks Bike Tour DWindsor Castle, Stone
12、henge and Oxford Day Trip3If you choose the Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip, you may _. Asee three gems Bvisit the Queens official residenceCboard a vessel Dvisit the Princess Diana Memorial【语篇导读】本文是一篇应用文，主要介绍了四个特色的英国旅行行程，包括行程时间和旅行安排等。1B细节理解题。通览四个旅行行程有关内容可知，Thames River Sightseeing Cr
13、uise行程最短。故选B项。2D细节理解题。根据Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip部分中“If youre interested in exploring some of the worldfamous attractions outside of London, consider booking the Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip. ”可知，除了Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip，其他行程均在伦敦。故选D项。3B
14、细节理解题。根据Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip部分中“The first stop is the Queens official residence: Windsor Castle for audio tours and a chance to see the changing of the guard followed be free time to explore the streets of Windsor. ”可知，如果您选择Windsor Castle, Stonehenge and Oxford Day Trip，您可以
15、参观女王的官邸。故选B项。B“At that time, I could not believe that there was such a nice person there to help me，” Xiuxiu whose father died from COVID19 on Feb. 8 and mother was admitted to ICU two days afterwards, said this when dredging up Lou Weichens help. The morning of April 8, Lou Weichen, a young man bor
16、n after 1995, left Wuhan city of central Chinas Hubei province, the former epicenter(中心)of the COVID19 disease. On the first day of the lunar year, Lou was one of the volunteers who came from another part of the country to aid Wuhan, bringing along 4,000 surgical masks he bought at his own expense.
17、Xiuxiu was the first Wuhanese that Lou lent a helping hand. On Feb. 11, after learning about Xiuxius family situation, Lou bought her two boxed meals along with a note saying “There is no winter insurmountable; there is no spring that will not come. Hang in there. Take care of your brotherPlease cal
18、l my phone when you are in trouble. ”During his 74day volunteer life in Wuhan, Lou has never stopped helping others. He believed, “When all the money is gone, I will be able to earn it back. However, when a life standing in front of you is gone, if I hesitate for a moment, there will be consequences
19、 that I will regret for the rest of my life. ”A few days before Wuhans lockdown ended, Lou noticed there were more pedestrians and vehicles while he was wandering on the streets. “Its starting to get busy again. This contrast is really too big I was part of it, and I felt that everything I did was w
20、orthwhile. ”Before leaving Wuhan, Lou received a message from someone he once helped, stating “Thank you for bringing colour to our black and white world. ”4What can we know from Paragraph 1?AXiuxiu was a volunteer in Wuhan. BLous father died of COVID19CLous mother supported his actions. DXiuxiu was
21、 touched by what Lou did. 5How did Lou Weichen volunteer in Wuhan?AHe gave first aid to the locals. BHe helped to transport masks. CHe donated money to the old people. DHe passed out free surgical masks he had bought. 6What can we know about Lou Weichen from Paragraph 4?AHis volunteer life had some
22、regrets. BHe realized the exactly true meaning of life. CNothing is impossible to a willing heart. DHe never hesitated to give help and hope to those in need. 7Which column is the passage probably taken from?AEducation Report. BScience in the News. CDiscover Nature. DHeroes Around Us. 【语篇导读】本文是一篇记叙文
23、，讲述了新冠病毒爆发期间楼威辰在武汉的志愿者活动。4D细节理解题。根据第一段内容可知，这位女孩的父亲死于新冠病毒，母亲2天后入院。回想起楼对自己的帮助，她非常感激，甚至到现在还不敢相信(这是真的)。故选D项。5D细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句“Lou was one of the volunteers who came from another part of the country to aid Wuhan, bringing along 4,000 surgical masks he bought at his own expense. ”可知，楼威辰把自己花钱买的4,000个医用口罩带到
24、了武汉。故选D。A项表述“他帮助运输口罩”的说法是不正确的；B项“他给当地人实施急救”和C项“他给老人们捐钱”文中并未提到。故选D项。6D推理判断题。根据第四段的描述可知，他相信，当所有钱都花光的时候，还能把它挣回来，但当一个生命就在面前走过的时候，如果犹豫了一下，就会后悔一辈子。由此可推知，Lou在竭尽全力帮助需要帮助的任何人。故选D项。7D材料来源题。通览全文内容可知，本文重点讲述楼威辰的志愿者活动，面临疫情，他成了最美逆行者，是我们学习的榜样，我们应该向英雄致敬。故选D项。C(原创)For much of the past hundred years, classrooms have b
25、een designed with the teacher seated in front of desks for students. The desks are almost always positioned in lines facing the teacher. But educators now say children can do better in a less structured learning environment. And designers have been providing spaces and seating to meet those suggesti
26、ons. Bob Pearlman works as an education consultant in the United States. He helps teachers and school administrators with educational planning and other issues. He told The Associated Press traditional classrooms are a thing of the past. Now students work in “extended learning areas” that include pr
27、ojectplanning rooms, workrooms, and laboratories，as well as learning spaces for groups and individuals. Pearlman points to Albemarle County Public Schools, in Charlottesville, Virginia. The school system invited teams from all its schools to develop learning spaces that would help students deal with
28、 complex ideas and work on creative building projects. Now, its elementary school classes have exchanged traditional desks for things like soft seating and connectable tables. Another change to the design of classrooms is the ability to connect to the Internet. “Classrooms and libraries used to be t
29、he only spaces where students spent their school hours. Wireless, laptops and project learning have changed that，” Pearlman said. He noted that this has made all school spaces into possible extended learning areas. “Natural light, reduced outside noise and good air quality are all considerations in
30、classroom design，” says Aaron Jobson. He is with the Quattrocchi Kwok Architects in Santa Rosa, California. “More and more evidence connects the physical environment to learning outcomes，” Jobson said. New designs include glass walls inside buildings and doors that increase connectedness among stude
31、nts and create more open space for teachers. 8Where can students learn better?AIn wellordered classrooms. BIn traditional classrooms. CIn less structured classrooms. DIn classrooms with modern equipment. 9Whats the change of the elementary school classes in Albemarle County?ANew desks are positioned
32、 facing teachers. BLibraries become the places for students to learn. CSoft seats and connectable tables are equipped. DStudents study at home through the Internet. 10What can we infer from the text?ASchool education is extremely important. BClassroom design has nothing to do with learning outcomes.
33、 CTeaching methods contribute much to students exam results. DClassroom design should take physical environment into account. 11Whats the best title of the passage?AThe New Educational PlanningsBSome Creative Teaching TheoriesCTraditional Teaching MethodsDThe New Design of Classrooms【语篇导读】本文是一篇文化类说明
34、文。传统教室已经是“过去时”了，现代教育工作者认为孩子们在桌椅排列不规则的环境内学习效果会更好，同时要注重拓展学生们学习的空间。8C细节理解题。根据第一段中的“But educators now say children can do better in a less structured learning environment. ”可知，现在很多教育工作者表示孩子们在不太结构化的学习环境中能够表现得更好。故选C项。9C细节理解题。根据文章第二段中的“Now, its elementary school classes have exchanged traditional desks for
35、 things like soft seating and connectable tables. ”可知，现在阿尔伯马尔县的小学已经将传统的课桌改变成了柔软的座椅和相连的课桌。由此可知C项表述正确。A项是传统教室的布置安排；B项“图书馆变成了学生们学习的地方”这一现象在以前也是如此；D项“学生们通过因特网在家学习”文中并未提到。故选C项。10D推理判断题。A项“学校教育非常重要”与C项“教学方法有利于学生们的考试结果”在文中并未提到；根据最后一段中的“More and more evidence connects the physical environment to learning ou
36、tcomes”和首句“Natural light, reduced outside noise and good air quality are all considerations in classroom design. ”可知，教室的设计应该充分考虑到物理环境问题，因为这些与孩子的学校效果紧密相关。故选D项。11D标题推测题。通览全文内容可知，本文重点讲述改变传统的教室风格，拓展学习空间和领域对孩子的学习更加有益。故选D项。七选五阅读Endangered species(2021广州市高三年级阶段训练)An endangered species is a group of animals
37、 or plants that could soon become extinct. _1_ Many species are nearly extinct and could disappear off the face of the earth very soon if we dont do anything to save them. There are many reasons why species become endangered. Habitat destruction is the main reason why animals become endangered and t
38、his happens in two ways. When humans move into a new area, the animals habitat is destroyed and there is nowhere for them to live and nothing for them to eat because humans chop down trees and build houses and farms. _2_ Chemicals in rivers and poisons on farms cause the destruction of animals homes
39、 and food supplies. _3_ Animals have been brought to the edge of extinction because they are killed for their highly valued meat, fur, bones or skin, or just for sport. Overfishing has resulted in many large sea creatures like whales and sharks becoming endangered species. _4_ We should take care no
40、t to pollute natural areas, and farmers or companies who destroy animal habitats should face severe financial penalties(处罚). The public can help out by refusing to buy any product made from these animals body parts. Governments can help, too, by making it against the law to hunt, fish or trade in en
41、dangered species. They can also provide funding for animal sanctuaries(保护区), to protect animals from extinction by breeding more endangered animals, which they later release into the wild. _5_AAnimal habitats are also destroyed because of pollution. BEndangered species are also the result of hunting
42、 and fishing. CEventually, all the creatures on the earth will enjoy being together. DRecent changes, however, have helped to improve the situation. ESo what can individuals and governments do to protect endangered species?FExtinction happens when the last of the species has died out and there will
43、be no more. GIf we all cooperate and take these steps, we will protect these animals for future generations. 【语篇导读】本文主要介绍了使动物濒临灭绝的几个原因以及个人和政府为保护濒危动物可以采取的措施。1F该题要注意extinct和species在上下句中的复现。根据空前一句“An endangered species is a group of animals or plants that could soon become extinct. ”和空后一句中的“Many specie
44、s are nearly extinct”可知，此处应是对extinct的进一步说明，故F项“当一个物种的最后一个个体消失，不会再有了，灭绝就发生了”与上下文衔接。故选F项。2A根据空后一句“Chemicals in riversand food supplies. ”可知，此处说明的应是动物的栖息地受到破坏的另外一个原因，故A项“动物的栖息地也因为污染而遭到破坏”符合语境，空后一句中的“Chemicals”和“poisons”与A项中的“pollution”呼应。该题要注意A项中的关键词also对上下文的衔接作用。故选A项。3B根据下文描述的“because they are killed
45、for their highly valued meat, fur, bones or skin, or just for sport. Overfishing has resulted in”可知，该段主要讲了人类的猎杀和过度捕捞也是造成物种临灭绝的原因。该题要注意B项中的hunting和fishing与下文内容的联系。故选B项。4E通读空后内容可知，该段讲的是个人和政府可采用的保护濒危动物的具体做法，故选E项。该题要注意E项中individuals和governments与下文内容的呼应。故选E项。5G根据该段内容可知，本段重点讲了个人和政府可以采用的保护濒危动物的做法以防止物种灭绝。该题要注意G项中的“these steps”是对上文做法的概括。故选G项。
