第一部分 阅读(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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项
A
Plan Your Visit to the British Museum
We've made a few changes to ensure you can safely enjoy your visit: How to book tickets
·Tickets for the permanent collection can only be hooked online in advance.
·To book tickets for exhibitions, visit our exhibition pages. If you want to guarantee your visit to the permanent collection as well as the exhibition on your visit, you will need to book a separate ticket.
·We are limiting numbers of people in the museum to ensure there is room for you to safely enjoy your visit. Everyone, including members and volunteers, will therefore need to book a free, timed ticket in advance.
Important information about your ticket booking
·You can book up to six tickets for people who live in the same family.
·We will email yourticket to you, and you will need to show it either printed out or on your device (设备) when you arrive.
·Please arrive at the time stated on your ticket-we cannot guarantee admission before or after it. Following the route
We have created a new one-way route through the museum which will allow you to safely explore world cultures from the Mediterranean to the Middle East and from the Americas to Africa.
·View a map of the route (Open in a new window).
·Our audio guides (音频指南) are not available. However, youcan pay to download the audio introductions from iTunes (Open in a new window) or Google Play (Open in a new window) to each of the galleries and listen on your own device. Please remember to bring along your own headphones. 1.Why does the museum offer timed tickets?
A.To earn more money. B.To hire more volunteers.
C.To save room for collections. D.To control the number of visitors. 2.How can a visitor learn about the new route in advance? A.View an online map. B.Buy a new headphone.
C.Buy audio guides from the museum. D.Download video introductions from iTunes. 3.Where can you probably find the text?
A.In a newspaper. B.In a magazine. C.On a website. D.In a report.
B
Dogs are often called as “man's best friend”, MacKenzie, a four-pound Chihuahua(吉娃娃), was named winner of the 2020 American Hero Dog Competition on October 19, 2020.
In its tenth year in 2020 the annual contest is the brainchild of American Humane, the country's first national charitable organization founded for the safety and well-being of animals. Often called the “Oscars for dogs”, the award recognizes dogs who make extremely great contributions to society.
The competition of 2020 attracted over 400 entries(参赛者)from across the country. These heroic dogs have gone above the call of duty, saving lives, comforting the ill and aged and reminding us of the powerful, age-old ties between animals and people. While all were impressive, it was tiny MacKenzie who wonthe judges' hearts.
MacKenzie's growth was not easy. Born with a mouth disability, she had to be fed through a tube(管子)for the first year of her life. Despite her own struggles, she always seemed to think more of other animals in need. “Never have I seen such a will to live. Though sick, she carefully looked after the baby animals at the rescue(救助)center,” said her caretaker.
A life-saving operation performed in 2014 gave MacKenzie the ability to eat independently. The seven-year-old chihuahua is now working for the Mia Foundation, an organization that rescues and nurses animals with inborn disabilities. The chihuahua does an excellent job and has raised various animals. She plays nurse, cleans, comforts and hugs them, acting as their mother and teaching them how to socialize, play and have good manners.
In addition to her role as an animal caretaker, MacKenzie also visits schools to educate kids about the importance of accepting physical differences in both animals and people. Her heartwarming and inspiring story makes MacKenzie a worthy receiver ofAmerica's top dog honor. 4. What can we infer about the American Hero Dog Competition?
A. It was first held in 2010 B. It was held to honor caretakers of dogs. C. It takes place every ten years. D. It was started by a charitable organization. 5. With what quality did MacKenzie win the award?
A. Talent and bravery B. Friendliness and care.
C. Courage and selflessness. D. Confidence and independence. 6. In which aspect can students benefit from MacKenzie's visits? A. Learning from failures. B. Understanding the disabled. C. Valuing physical health. D. Developing practical ability. 7. What's the best title for the text?
A. Dogs Are Man's Best Friends. B. Treat Dogs the Way We Want to Be Treated.
C. Touching Stories between MacKenzie and People D. 2020 American Hero Dog: A TinyChihuahua.
C
UK physicist Isaac Newton once said, ''Nature is pleased with simplicity and nature is no dummy (傻子). '' Indeed, Mother Nature can provide almost everything human beings need if we follow her rules. But if we break the rules, she is likely to be cruel andlash out at us.
The outbreak of the novel coronavirus pneumonia (新型冠状病毒肺炎, NCP) in China and some other countries at the beginning of this year is an example. According to Xinhua News Agency, the new coronavirus is similar to a virus found in a bat in 2017 and probably has an intermediate host (中间宿主). It's believed that the virus originated from the Huanan Seafood Market in Wuhan, Hubei province, where live wild animals were sold.
The Wall Street Journal reported that Dr Peter Daszak, president of the US-based health organization EcoHealth Alliance, said, ''This outbreak is a lesson for us. On a global scale, human population density, wildlife diversity, and land use change are what drive new pandemics (流行病). ''
In ancient times, people needed to rely on nature to survive so they held it in awe (敬畏). For example, the American Indians believed that humans are a part of nature and nature is a part of humans. Chinese ancients always pursued the harmony between nature and human beings.
However, as human beings master more knowledge and make more advanced tools, people try to change and even conquer nature. They use more land to make buildings, genetically modify (改变) plants, capture some wild and rare animals to suit their own needs. In this process, humans gradually lose contact with nature and even throw it out of balance. For example, cutting a large number of forests means carbon dioxide must build up in the atmosphere and it contributes to global warming.
Although we don't know for sure what first caused the NCP outbreak, Brian Lamacraft at Medium said it's time for people to ''reflect on our relationship with our planet'' and ''reconnect with this world and everything that we've been given''. After all, according to US poet Gary Snyder, ''Nature is not the place to visit. It's our home. ''
8. What does the phrase ''lash out at'' in Paragraph 1 probably mean? A. punish B. control C. test D. challenge
9. What lesson did Daszak think human beings should learn from the NCP outbreak? A. Bats are one of the most dangerous wild animals. B. It's impossible to prevent new pandemics globally. C. We should stop the wildlife trade around the world. D. Humans should live peacefully with nature. 10. What is the main idea of Paragraph 5? A. How human beings become their own masters. B. How human activities cause global warming. C. How human beings break the balance of nature. D. How humans use technology to improve their lives. 11. What is the author's purpose in writing this article? A. To reflect on the NCP outbreak. B. To explain what led to the NCP outbreak.
C. To describe experts' predictions on new pandemics. D. To compare ancient and modern attitudes toward nature.
D
Texas has been one of the most restrictive gun-rights states in America.Thanks to a new law,however,the state will be one of the most relaxed,to the degree that police are discouraged from even asking about someone's guns. And if they do, they may not have much power to do anything if the person refuses to show a license.
To be sure, the law is strict in its own way,offering a model for regulation. Under the law, open-carry citizens have to be licensed, a process that includes safety and shooting tests. They also have to show no prior psychological problems, and they have to be at least 21 years old.
It is true that gun violence dropped sharply after restrictive laws were put in place in countries like Great Britain and Australia. However,the US public seems more interested than ever in weapons and the power they convey,despite gun control groups' concern over the increase of violence. Most states in America have steadily expanded gun rights since the end of a 10-year assault(攻击)weapons ban in 2004. Black Friday this year saw the biggest gun cache(贮存)ever purchased in one day.
Considering those trends,there's a heated debate about whether the new Texas law is a model piece of legislation(立法)for a changing America,or a walking disaster just begging for trouble. As the law doesn't provide any punishment for those who refuse to show a license to a police officer, critics fear that officers may find it tough to handle potentially deadly situations. After all, armed citizens will no longer be considered suspicious, even though a lot of people might be alarmed by the sight. Most police in Texas have been told to not engage gun carriers unless they are doing something questionable or appear drunk.
For sure,New Year's Day will be an exciting one for Texas gun owners. What's not yet known is how the rest of Texas will respond.
12. All of the following are required in the new Texas law for open carry EXCEPT A. age limit B. mental condition C. online registration D. gun-operating skills
13. What is mainly talked about in Paragraph 3? A. The reason for putting forward the new Texas law. B. The present situation of gun possession in America. C. The impact of the assault weapons ban in 2004. D. The inaction of the US government as to gun control. 14. What do critics think the new Texas law will probably lead to? A. Heavier workload for policemen. B. Disrespect for officers. C. Lack of trust among citizens. D. Difficulty in crime prevention.
15. What is the author's attitude towards the new Texas law? A. Negative. B. Cautious. C. Indifferent. D. Approving.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2分,满分10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
Many of us like to dine out and treat ourselves to delicious food. We are used to choosing hearty fat-filled dishes and sugar-charged desserts, which are not easily cooked at home.
___16___According to Economic Daily, low-calorie, low-fat and high-fiber meals have become popular in China’s restaurants and online delivery platforms.
___17___According to a report released by a major online food delivery platform, the number of light meals ordered online also rose 75 percent from the previous year.
Having a light meal, however, doesn’t mean eating only vegetables. Different from the meat-free lifestyle, a typical light dish avoids oily, salty and spicy food.____18____Healthy nutrients are the theme of the light meal.
These dishes are useful for keeping healthy and controlling your weight.____19____Diners see it as “a great way to avoid bloating,” wrote the Telegraph.
These changes in eating behavior are connected to deeper changes in how people think about food, says Walter Willett, chair of the nutrition department at the Harvard T. Chan School of Public Health, US. “Diet quality, not quantity, is important for both weight control and long-term well-being,” Willett told The New York Times.
So the next time you have a party with friends, try a light meal.___20___ A.That’s probably why so many people, especially millennials are into them. B.The country saw a rapid expansion of restaurants specializing in light meals. C.People tend to choose the food they suit their taste.
D.Instead, it contains things like boiled meat, whole grains, fruits and vegetables. E.So light meals have a promising future.
F.It will satisfy not only your stomachs but maybe also your hearts. G.The recent rise of light meals, however, gives diners a smarter choice.
第二部分 语言运用(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
Jennifer works for Plato’s Closet, the clothing chain that buys and sells used clothing and accessories. When she performed a routine___21___on a coat that was___22___by a man earlier that day, she___23___$7,000 in $100 bills zipped inside a pocket.
No one was___24___;Plato’s Closet employees check clothes all day long. And___25___, the man who brought the coat didn’t___26___where he had left the money. Some people would have___27___the “opportunity”. But not Jennifer. She said, “It wasn’t mine, so I didn’t get too___28___about that thick pile of cash.”___29___, she safely stored the money until it could be___30___to its rightful owner.
Sure, Plato’s Closet has___31___about sending back personal items found in the clothing, but what Jennifer did___32___her character. It wasn’t the result of outside pressure. “It’s just about integrity, ”She said. “You just have to make sure that you’re___33___and that you do the right thing.”
Reputation is easy; character is hard. Doing the right thing when others are watching is easy.
___34___public integrity, resolve or sincerity often results in recognition and praise. Doing the right thing when no one is watching is hard. Your nonpublic integrity gains no___35___or applause. Doing the right thing is also hard___36___it often runs against our best interests. The true test of___37___is what you do when people aren’t watching. Maybe___38___is Jennifer’s main character and maybe it’s not, but that doesn’t___39___. The fact that she___40___to do the right thing is more important.
21. A. service B. analysis C. experiment D. inspection 22. A. dropped off B. picked up C. paid for D. tried on 23. A. earned B. donated C. discovered D. spent 24. A. listening B. moving C. speaking D. watching 25. A. obviously B. fortunately C. hopefully D. consequently 26. A. determine B. remember C. indicate D. wonder 27. A. provided B. deserved C. seized D. confirmed 28. A. annoyed B. excited C. guilty D. confident 29. A. Also B. Otherwise C. Indeed D. Instead 30. A. recommended B. applied C. returned D. linked 31. A. regulations B. remarks C. issues D. reservations 32. A. preserved B. reflected C. developed D. affected 33. A. greedy B. honest C. polite D. curious
34. A. Covering B. Measuring C. Previewing D. Displaying 35. A. admiration B. knowledge C. apology D. cooperation 36. A. if B. while C. since D. unless
37. A. character B. motivation C. education D. relationship 38. A. weakness B. cheerfulness C. carelessness D. selflessness 39. A. occur B. matter C. match D. continue 40. A. expected B. promised C. arranged D. chose 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
It was my first day in Hangzhou, the Chinese city famous for its natural beauty and history and I didn't have much time to spare. I wanted to see___41.___much of the city as possible in the two days___42.___I was to return to Guangzhou. My first task was to decide where to go and___43.___to get there. I took out my guide book in which there was a lot of information about the city's well-known tourist___44.___(attract) and started to read. At that moment an attractive young lady___45.___noticed my book, came up to me and introduced___46.___(her). She said her name was Miss Bai. She kindly offered to show me___47.___the city. I was delighted and was about to accept her proposal when she suggested we first___48.___(go) to the West Lake and walk along the Broken Bridge. I quite liked the idea of visiting the West Lake but wasn't so sure about crossing the Broken Bridge.___49.___it was broken, did she expect me to jump across?And I couldn't swim, so if I fell in then I would drown. That was definitely not an attractive idea so I politely declined her invitation,____50.____(close) my book and walked away. 第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分) 第一节短文改错(满分10分)
51.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;
只允许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分。 Dear Tom,
I'm glad to hear that you are very interesting in Guoxue. Let me to give you a simple introduction to it.
Generally speaking, Guoxue refers to the excellent traditional Chinese culture,that includes philosophy, literature, history, music, painting and so on. Guoxue has been playing an increasing important part in China,especially for them students. Not only did it tell us how to study,but it also teaches us how to live. More and more Guoxue courses is given in schools of different levels all over China.
If you want to get better understanding of Guoxue, you are welcome to China to learn it,feel it and enjoy it. I'm sure you’11 benefit from living in two different culture. I'm looking forward to see you soon in China.
Yours, Wang Kai
第二节书面表达(满分25分)
52.假设你是红星中学高三学生李华。你所在的城市夏季台风频发,你班交换生Jim之前从未经历过台风,请你给他写封邮件,提醒他注意事项,内容包括:
1.台风的危害; 2.防范措施; 3.表示愿意提供帮助。 参考词汇:台风typhoon 注意:1.词数100左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯; 3.邮件的开头和结尾已给出,不计入总词数。 Dear Jim,
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours, Li Hua
参考答案
1. D 2. A 3. C
4. D 5. C 6. B 7. D
8. A 9. D 10. C 11. A
12. C 13. B 14. D 15. B
16. G 17. B 18. D 19. A 20. F
21. D 22. A 23. C 24. D 25. A 26. B 27. C 28. B 29. D 30. C 31. A 32. B 33. B 34. D 35. A 36. C 37. A 38. D 39. B 40. D 41. as 42. before
43. how 44. attractions 45. who/that 46. herself
47. around 48. (should) go 49. Since 50. closed
51.(1).interesting→interested
(2).去掉to (3).that→which
(4).increasing→increasingly (5).them→us (6).did→does (7).is→are
(8).get后加a
(9).culture→cultures (10).see→seeing 52.略
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