湖北省宜昌市第二中学2020届高三上学期期中考试英语试卷 WORD版含答案.doc

1、英 语（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：150分）第一部分听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1. Where does this conversation take place?A. In a classroom.B. In a hospital.C. In a museum.

2、2. What does Jack want to do?A. Take fitness classes.B. Buy a pair of gym shoes.C. Change his work schedule.3. What are the speakers talking about?A. What to drink.B. Where to meet.C. When to leave.4. What is the relationship between the speakers?A. Colleagues.B. Classmates.C. Strangers.5. Why is Em

3、ily mentioned in the conversation?A. She might want a ticket.B. She is looking for the man.C. She has an extra ticket.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6. How long did James run his busi

4、ness?A.10 years.B.13years.C.15 years.7. How does the woman feel about James situation?A. Embarrassed.B. Concerned.C. Disappointed.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。8. What has Kates mother decided to do?A. Return to school.B. Change her job.C. Retire from work.9. What did Kates mother study at college?A. Oil painting

5、.B. Art history.C. Business administration.10. What is Kates attitude toward her mothers decision?A. Disapproving.B. Ambiguous.C. Understanding.听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。11. What is the man doing?A. Chairing a meeting.B. Hosting a radio program.C. Conducting a job interview.12. What benefits Mary most in her

6、 job?A. Her wide reading.B. Her leaders guidance.C. Her friends help13. Who will Mary talk about next?A. Her teacher.B. Her fatherC. Her mother.听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。14. Why does the man seldom do exercise?A. He lacks motivation.B. He has a heart problem.C. He works all the time.15. What does Jacob Satte

7、lmair probably do?A. Hes an athlete. B. Hes a researcher. C. Hes a journalist.16. Why does the woman speak of a study? A. To encourage the man.B. To recommend an exercise.C. To support her findings.17. How much time will the man probably spend exercising weekly?A.300 minutes.B.150 minute.C.75 minute

8、s.听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。18. What did the scientists do to the road?A. They repaired it. B. They painted it.C. They blocked it19. Why are young birds drawn to the road surface?A. Its warm. B. Its brown. C. Its smooth. 20. What is the purpose of the scientists experiment? A. To keep the birds there for a

9、whole year.B. To help students study the birds well.C. To prevent the birds from being killed. 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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AWant a family-friendly spot? Dont miss the followings!Railroad Museum of Long IslandThe Railroad Museum (200 New Hwy.

10、, Commack) highlights the LIRRs rich history. Families can learn about the Islands railroad heritage as well as checking out various restored train cars on displays.Cold Spring Harbor Whaling MuseumHead to the Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum (301 Main St., Cold Spring Harbor) to learn about histor

11、ic marine life. The museums aim is to inform and encourage members and visitors to make informed decisions about marine life through exhibits about their environmental significance on Long Island. Some exhibit favorites include a fully-equipped 19th century whaleboat with original gear, tools used b

12、y whalers, the jaw of a whale and a diorama (透景画) of Cold Spring Harbor in 1850. Visitors can touch whale bones or partake in family workshops filled with toys, puzzles and games. American Airpower MuseumThe goal of American Airpower Museum (1230 New Hwy, Farmingdale) is to preserve the legacy (遗产)

13、of all Americans who sacrificed themselves to defend our liberties. They seek to educate new generations about their courage and heroism by presenting armor(盔甲) in the museum through displays, exhibits and programs.Cradle of Aviation MuseumAir and space is a fascinating topic for some kids, and the

14、Cradle of Aviation (Charles Lindbergh Blvd., Garden City) features more than 75 air and spacecraft, a dozen cockpits and 30 hands-on exhibits in nine galleries. A favorite among kids is the Sesame Street show featuring Big Bird, Elmo and more as they learn about the Big Dipper, the North Star, the s

15、un and the moon. 21. Which museum offers us a chance to appreciate a variety of air and spacecraft? A. Railroad Museum of Long Island.B. Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum. C. American Airpower Museum.D. Cradle of Aviation Museum.22. What can the visitors do at Cold Spring Harbor Whaling Museum? A. G

16、o hunting for free.B. Play with the whale. C. Learn the life of sea animals now. D. Observe a well-reserved whaleboat.23. Which spot is an astronautics fan likely to explore?A. Commack.B. Garden City.C. Cold Spring Harbor.D. Farmingdale.BTalent shows are common on Chinese television, but instead of

17、casting starry-eyed (幻想的) hopefuls, a new series pairs young famous actors with big-name experienced professionals who are ready to teach them a lesson. The Birth of Performer first appeared on Zhejiang Satellite TV in October and has already received 330 million online views for just its first two

18、episodes. The show has caused debate on social media about the acting skills of some stars.A flood of investment in Chinas TV and film industry has driven up paychecks for popular young attractive persons and soap opera sweethearts, but some stars have been slammed by critics and the public for lack

19、ing professionalism and acting skills. “People wonder why some actors dont take acting seriously with more and more money pouring in,” Wu Tong wrote. However, he said that he had met many devoted young actors through the show, whose A-list cast of mentors(导师) includes Zhang Ziyi, who starred in the

20、Oscar-winning kung fu epic Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon; and comedy queen Song Dandan.One highlight from the first episode saw Zhang appear to become angry when she disagreed with her fellow judge-mentor Liu Ye over the performance of contestant Zheng Shuang. “Do you know what acting is?” Zhang qu

21、estioned Liu. In response, Liu slammed his phone on the table and then his shoe.As the audience and contestants were left stunned (震惊的), Zhang turned to Liu and warmly said, “Give me a hug.” The two mentors explained that their quarrel was intended to show how to act out a scene of conflict but late

22、r, online commentators speculated (推测) that Zhang was containing her genuine anger.24. What can we learn about The Birth of Performer according to Paragraph 2?A. Only the young love it.B. It proves popular.C. The performers are excellent.D. There are fewer stars present.25.What does the underlined w

23、ord “slammed” in Paragraph 3 mean?A. Praised.B. Employed.C. Criticized.D. Applied.26. By mentioning Zhang Ziyi, Wu Tong wants to show _.A. she is famous worldwideB. she earned a lot of moneyC. she is devoted to performanceD. she has drawn public attention27. How did Liu react when Zhang Ziyi questio

24、ned Zheng Shuangs performance?A. He consulted with her patiently.B. He behaved rather rudely.C. He had words with her.D. He fought against her.CWhile visiting the North Pole in winter may not be at the top of your list, the ever-changing ICEHOTEL, which opened its doors to visitors on December 14 th

25、is year, may change your mind. Lying 200 km north of the Arctic Circle in Jukkasjrvi, the hotel, which is carved entirely from ice, is rebuilt annually, with each getting increasingly beautiful and impressive.The 29-year-old tradition began accidentally in 1989, after Jukkasjrvi residents organized

26、an art show in a 5.5-square-meter ice house to try to call tourists attention to the remote village during the freezing winter months. The exhibition was a huge success, attracting many day visitors. However, it was not until a group of adventurous souls arrived with sleeping bags, announcing their

27、intention to spend the night inside the house, that the idea of the frozen hotel was born.The ICEHOTEL has come a long way since its beginnings. It covers an area of over 5,500 square meters. The planning begins months earlier in March when about 5,000 tons of ice are harvested from the river and tr

28、ansferred to cold storage, where they sit till the beginning of winter. Construction begins in earnest in November, when about 100 workers come to the region. By December, the unique frozen accommodation is ready to open for business.Regardless of whether visitors select the luxury carved suites or

29、the basic ice rooms, the temperature is always set to a bone-chilling -5C! That is why guests are advised to lie close inside warm sleeping bags and wear gloves and winter hats all night. Not surprisingly, most end up spending just a single night at this unique hotel before moving on to the conventi

30、onal, and warmer, cabins nearby.In addition to the unique rooms, the hotel also offers guests fun activities like snowshoeing, or dog sledding, and for those brave enough to suffer through the below freezing temperatures overnight wilderness camping! The hotels single restaurant serves food, while t

31、he drinks are always chilled to perfection in the world-famous ICEBAR!28. Why did Jukkasjrvi residents organize an art show in 1989?A. To attract tourists.B. To follow a tradition.C. To excite adventurers.D. To experience cold.29. How to deal with tons of ice harvested from the river in March?A. Car

32、ve them roughly.B. Keep them with cold storage.C. Design unique forms. D. Construct them slowly.30. Which of the following characteristics is necessary for those going camping all night?A. Wealth.B. Good health.C. Near distance.D. Braveness.31. Whats the best title for the passage?A. ICEHOTEL, A Wis

33、e ChoiceB. ICEHOTEL Is in the Arctic CircleC. ICEHOTEL Has a Unique SceneryD. ICEHOTEL Opens for the 29th YearDAs solar power becomes a bigger part of our overall energy mix, scientists are working on more efficient ways of storing the power of the sun for use during the night-time, or on particular

34、ly cloudy days. And now a new type of material has been developed that can do just that store solar energy when its in abundance, and release it as heat later on as required.“This work presents an exciting way for energy harvesting and storage within a single material,” the University of Torontos Te

35、d Sargent told MIT News. “The approach is innovative and distinctive.”Many solar energy storage schemes focus on transforming the energy to electricity and then keeping the electricity saved for later use. This approach instead uses a chemical reaction that produces heat rather than power.The key to

36、 the process is a molecule (分子) that can remain stable in one of two structures. Sunlight kicks it into a long-lasting “charged” mode, and then another stimulus (刺激物) such as light, heat, or electricity is used to return it to its original, “not charged” state, and a burst of heat was given off as a

37、 result.Such solar thermal fuels (STF) have been developed before, but this new method is the first based on a solid-state material rather than a liquid one, and that can make all the difference in terms of how it can be used. Whats more, its based on inexpensive materials and with widespread manufa

38、cturing in mind.The researchers want to remove the slight yellowish smell that the material currently has, and increase the heat level from 10C to 20C. One of the first practical uses could be in electric cars, which can suffer from reduced driving ranges in cold weather due to the extra energy requ

39、ired for heating.32. What is the most special of the new type of material?A. It saves electricity for later use.B. It changes the energy to electricity.C. It stores plenty of heat and power as well.D. It produces heat through a chemical reaction.33. What does the fourth paragraph mainly tell us?A. T

40、he principle of producing heat.B. The difficulty of producing heat.C. The long process of absorbing heat.D. The basic structures of a molecule.34. Which of the following is right about the STF mentioned in the passage? A. It hasnt been tried out before.B. It cant be got from a liquid.C. It is of lit

41、tle value in real life.D. It proves not a bit expensive. 35. What do the researchers think of the heat level?A. Its low.B. Its high.C. Its proper.D. Its unimportant.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人空白处的最佳选项。选项有两项为多余选项。For many kids, reading just doesnt come easily. 36. _. Others have yet to

42、discover a special story that sparks their imagination and shows just how fun reading can be. For all kids, though, being at ease with letters, their sounds, and words is an important foundation for learning throughout life.Read to and with your kids as often as possible, and try these other simple

43、ways to help them become eager readers:37. _. Comics or joke books may not be your first choice to boost literacy, but the reality is they can be very motivating. Kids will often amaze you with their ability to read something that they really want to read.Read and reread. Many kids reach for the sam

44、e books over and over again. 38. _! Through repetition, kids learn the text and eventually read it with ease and confidence. 39. _. Read aloud. Reading aloud to your kids helps them build their vocabularies and introduces new concepts, facts and ideas. You also show that you enjoy reading for fun, a

45、nd help them connect sounds with letters on the page. 40. _. And it doesnt have to end once kids get older the comfort of a parents voice and undivided attention is something kids never outgrow.A. Select the best bookB. Start with your childs picksC. Thats not only OK, its a good thingD. Reading alo

46、ud needs many important foundational skillsE. Reading aloud provides together time that youll all enjoyF. Some kids have difficulty connecting letters and their corresponding soundsG. Each new reading of the book also may help them understand the story better第三部分语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节 完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.

47、5分，满分30分）阅读下面的短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。“What you see as junk, I see as possible treasure.”Next week is clean-up week in my community, so we get to 41 all the things we no longer need to the dumpsters(垃圾运输车) outside the township building. There was, indeed, a 42 treasure in this pi

48、le of throw-aways. It was during my cleaning-up that I found it.It was this tiny 43 , about two inches high and a half inch thick, like a perfume bottle. All kinds of 44 flashed in my mind. I wondered who it 45 , where it came from, was it a 46 from a young man to his sweetheart? I showed it to my n

49、eighbor and 47 him with the idea. “Its junk! Look, theres a piece broken on the top. Id 48 it out.” he concluded. Not me. Its still 49 . I know every time I see it my mind will 50 . I like seeing it as a gift. Not only the imagined one from a guy to his girl, but the gift I was 51 just before I foun

50、d it.It can still 52 something. Ill find a small glass cap and add a little colored water to it. Junk? Absolutely not. Just because its 53 damaged doesnt mean it has lost its 54 .Like me. Ive been 55 , but after all that, I still have a purpose. 56 picked me up out of the trash pile, 57 me off and f

51、ound in me something new. Maybe, just maybe, I needed to be broken and abandoned in order to 58 His plans for me. So, next time you pass by a lost 59 , beaten down and damaged, deserted and seen as 60 by others, remember, that is a vessel(器皿) filled by God, pouring out for His purpose. 41.A. donateB

52、. storeC. sellD. drag42.A. falseB. hiddenC. steadyD. mental43.A. jewelB. rockC. yardD. bottle44.A. surroundingsB. opportunitiesC. possibilitiesD. approaches45.A. belonged toB. appealed toC. responded toD. objected to46.A. promiseB. wishC. signalD. gift47.A. touchedB. challengedC. directedD. delighte

53、d48.A. pickB. hangC. throwD. let49.A. usefulB. expensiveC. awfulD. effective50.A. sinkB. restC. disappearD. dance51.A. mailedB. carriedC. owedD. given52.A. feedB. ruinC. holdD. take53.A. severelyB. intentionallyC. hardlyD. slightly54.A. powerB. ownerC. purposeD. color55.A. searchedB. damagedC. surro

54、undedD. appreciated56.A. GodB. LoveC. NatureD. Life57.A. droppedB. wipedC. dustedD. kept58.A. accomplishB. changeC. researchD. destroy59.A. worldB. soulC. dreamerD. wallet60.A. treasureB. burdenC. junkD. pain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。The major construction work on the

55、 worlds 61 (long) cross-sea bridge was completed Tuesday, 62 connects Zhuhai with Hong Kong and Macao. A ceremony was held in Zhuhai 63 (celebrate) completion of the 55-km cross-sea route. More than 400,000 tons of steel had been used, enough to build 60 Eiffel Towers. Construction began in December

56、 2009 at Zhuhai. 64 Y-shaped bridge starts from Lantau Island in Hong Kong with 65 (branch) to Zhuhai and Macao. The bridge cut travel time from Hong Kong to both Zhuhai and Macao from previous 3 hours by road 66 30 minutes drive. This was the first time that China 67 (build) an immersed(浸入的) tube t

57、unnel in open waters. Two floating cranes(起重机), with a load capacity(容量) of 3,200 tons and 2,300 tons 68 (separate), worked together to lift and roll the tower, 69 (make) a world record. The “China technology” and “China standard” 70 (set) by the HongKong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge will influence the world

58、 market.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。Last Saturday our class went hiking in a countryside. We

59、 meet at our school gate and set off at 8:00 am. We were sung and laughing happily on the way while a girl suddenly fell into a deep hole. She felt so frightening and even burst into tear. One of my classmates found a long rope and we finally got him out. Fortunately she didnt suffer seriously injur

60、ies, but it seemed that her ankle was slightly twisted. We managed send her to the nearest hospital. It is an experience well never forget it, though we didnt enjoy ourselves much that day.第二节书面表达（满分25分）假如你是李华，你的英国网友Forbes打算抽空到中国学习太极(Tai Chi)，他写信向你求助，请你根据下列要点给对方写一封回信：1.介绍学太极好处；2.负责联系学习地点和老师；注意:1.词数1

61、00左右。2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。Dear Forbes,_ Yours, Li Hua期中英语试题参考答案听力部分15 BABCA610 CBACC1115 BACAB1620 ACBAC阅读理解：21-23 DDB24-27 BCCB28-31 ABDD32-35 DADA3640 FBCGE完形填空4145 DBDCA 4650 DBCAD 5155 DCDCB 5660 ACABC语法填空61. longest62. which63. to celebrate64. The65. branches66. to67. had build68. separately69. mak

62、ing70. set短文改错：Last Saturday our class went hiking in countryside. We at our school gate and set off at 8:00 am. We were and laughing happily on the way a girl suddenly fell into a deep hole. She felt so and even burst into . One of my classmates found a long rope and we finally got out. Fortunately

63、 she didnt suffer injuries, but it seemed that her ankle was slightly twisted. We managed send her to the nearest hospital. It is an experience well never forget it, though we didnt enjoy ourselves much that day.书面表达Dear Forbes, It is amazing for me to know that you show great preference for Tai Chi

64、 and are willing to learn it soon. Im quite sure that I can give you a hand gladly.Tai Chi is not only an ancient martial art, but has also been widely acknowledged as an effective health exercise. Famous/known for its graceful and well-balanced movements, Tai Chi provides the mental relaxation and

65、physical fitness that are so essential in our modern stressful lives. Concerning your learning location and instructor, Im so proud to tell you that I have the ability to recommend the best school and best trainer in our city to you, for actually my uncle is a master of Tai Chi who is always invited

66、 to instruct others all over the country. As a result, you can rely on me. Looking forward to your coming! Yours, Li Hua人谓“垃圾”，我视“珍宝”！一个有缺损的瓶子，作者居然舍不得扔掉？！上帝把我从垃圾堆中捡拾出来，掸去尘土，赋我以新的生命意义。或许，真的也许，我只有历经放逐，饱受锤炼才能完成“他”对我的生命的期许！Oh, My Holy God! 【答案解析】41. 答案D. 我们把不再需要的东西（从家里）“拖”出来，扔到垃圾运输车里，送出社区。答案A捐赠给垃圾运输车？我没

67、听错吧！答案B储存一般和介词in搭配。42. 答案B. 事实上在这堆废弃物中“隐藏”着珍宝。43. 答案D. 从下文知道，这是一个有缺损的瓶子。44. 答案C. 初见小瓶，（它看起来像是一个香水瓶），我思绪纷飞，各种“可能性”纷至沓来。它属于谁？它从何而来？是不是一个年轻人送个爱人的小礼物？一颗八卦的心！45. 答案A. 见上句分析。46. 答案D. 见44题的解析。47. 答案B. 我把它拿给邻居看，“考验他认不认同”我以上的想法（一个小礼物）。但邻居坚持认为它仅仅只是一个无用的垃圾。48. 答案C. 邻居认为小瓶顶部有一小块破损，他会把它视为一个无用的垃圾“扔掉”。pick sth out

68、 挑出，hang sth out 晾出，挂出，let sth out 暴露，泄露49. 答案A. 但是我不这样认为，（在我心里）它是“有用”之物。这儿的“有用”正好对应上文邻居认为它是一个“无用”的垃圾。50. 答案D. 每一次我看见它，我的思维就“活跃起来”。dance一词，形象，传神！51. 答案D. 我喜欢视它为礼物。不仅愿意视之为一份想象中的浪漫情物，更是认为是上天 “给” 我的一份特殊礼物。因为是我亲手在垃圾堆中发现了它。52. 答案C. 它依然可以“盛”东西。从下文可知是可以装一点水。53. 答案D. 垃圾？绝对不是！仅仅就因为颈部一小块破损，“轻微受损”就认为它没有自己的“功能和

69、作用”？下文56空前面的purpose 是提示词。54. 答案C. 见上句分析。55. 答案B. （此瓶）就像我一样，饱受“打击”，历经这一切，我依然有我的人生意义。天生我才必有用！56. 答案A. 上帝把我从垃圾堆中捡拾出来，掸去尘土，赋我以新的生命意义。或许，真的也许，我只有历经放逐，饱受锤炼才能完成“他”对我的生命的期许！57. 答案C. 见上句分析。58. 答案A. 见56题的解析。59. 答案B. 下次，你遇到一个迷失的“灵魂”，颓废不堪，饱经伤害，被人视为“垃圾”，请记住：他（她）或是上帝遗失在人间的一件器物（就像这个破损的瓶子一样），表面蒙尘不堪，实则意义非凡！60. 答案C.见上句分析。