宁夏平罗中学2019届高三英语上学期期中试题无答案.doc

1、平罗中学2018-2019学年度第一学期期中考试试卷高三英语第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分）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.What are the speakers talking about? A. The weather. B. The jacket. C. The sun.2.What will the woman do this afternoon? A. Ta

2、ke a piano class. B. Visit sick Lily. C. Play volleyball.3.How does the man go home? A. By train. B. By car. C. By plane.4.Why does Mary refuse to see the film? A. She has watched it. B. She thinks it is boring. C. She wants to see another film.5.What is the man going to do? A. Fetch his camera B. P

3、ut his coat on. C. Take a photo.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，并标在试卷的相应位置。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6、7题。6.What is the probable relationship between the two speakers? A. Workmates. B. Husband and wife. C. Bos

4、s and employee7.What does the woman think of Debbie? A. Friendly. B. Serious. C. Strict. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。8.Whats wrong with the man? A. He has a toothache. B. He has a headache. C. He has a stomachache.9.What might cause the mans sickness? A. The salad. B. The beer. C. The meat听第8段材料，回答第1012题。10. For

5、 whom does the woman buy a birthday gift?A. Her father. B. Her brother. C. Her husband11.What does the man suggest buying first?A. A shirt and a tie. B. Jeans and a shirt. C. A belt and jeans. 12. How much does the woman need to pay? A.40 dollars. B.48 dollars. C. 60 dollars. 听第9段材料，回答13-16题。13.How

6、long has Mike been cooking? A. For over twenty years. B. Since he was a young boy. C. Since he was twenty years old.14.What is the easiest way to make friends according to Mike? A. Having something in common B. Eating and drinking together. C. Speaking the same language15.Which country is beef more

7、popular in? A. America. B. Finland. C. Denmark 16. What does Mike probably use in his dishes? A. Fancy sauces. B. Expensive stuff. C. Local ingredients听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17.Which module will the speaker teach this year? A. Industry and Climate. B. Industry and Rivers C. Population and Climate18.How o

8、ften will the students have homework? A. Once a week. B. Twice a week. C. Twice a term.19.How can students improve their geographical skills? A. By writing essays. B. By doing some reading. C. By doing some fieldwork.20. What is the speaker going to do next? A. Read the textbook. B. Introduce the co

9、urse book. C. Show the students a book list.第二部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题，每题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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。A Welcome to one of the largest collections of footwear（鞋类）in the world that will make you green with envy. Here at the Footwear Museum you can see exhibits（展品）from all o

10、ver the world. You can find out about shoes worn by everyone from the Ancient Egyptians to pop stars.Room 1 The celebrity（名人）footwear section is probably the most popular in the entire museum. Started in the 1950s, there is a wide variety of shoes and boots belonging to everyone from queens and pres

11、idents to pop stars and actors! Most visitors find the celebrities choice of footwear extremely interesting.Room 2 Most of our visitors are amazed and shocked by the collection of special purpose shoes on exhibition here at the Museum of Footwear. For example, there are Chinese shoes made of silk th

12、at were worn by women to tie their feet firmly to prevent them from growing too much!Room 3 As well as shoes and boots, the museum also exhibits shoe-shaped objects. The variety is unbelievable. For example, there is a metal lamp that resembles a pair of shoes, and Greek wine bottles that like legs!

13、The Footwear Library People come from all over the world to study in our excellent footwear library.Designers and researchers come here to look up information on anything and everything related to the subject of footwear. 21.What can you find in Room 1? A.Chinese special purpose shoes. B.Queens boot

14、s. C. Metal lamps. D.Bottles of Greek wine.22.What can we know about Room 2? A.It is the most visited place in the museum.B.It has a richer variety of exhibits than the other two. C.It has the oldest exhibits than the other two.D. It mainly exhibits shoes that have some special purposes.23.Where can

15、 you find some data that have something to do with the subject of footwear? A.In the Footwear Library. B.In Room 1.C.In Room 2 D. In Room 3.BMy father was always a good gardener. One of my earliest memories is standing without shoes in the freshly tilled soil, my hands blackened from digging in the

16、ground. As a child, I loved following Dad around in the garden. I remember Dad pushing the tiller(耕作机) ahead in perfectly straight lines. Dad loved growing all sorts of things: yellow and green onions, watermelons almost as big as me, rows of yellow corn, and our favorite red tomatoes. As I grew int

17、o a teenager, I didnt get so excited about gardening with Dad. Instead of magical land of possibility, it had turned into some kind of prison. As Dad grew older, his love for gardening never disappeared. After all the kids were grown and had started families of their own, Dad turned to gardening lik

18、e never before. Even when he was diagnosed with cancer, he still took care of his garden. But then, the cancer, bit by bit, invaded his body. I had to do the things he used to do. What really convinced me that Dad was dying was the state of his garden that year. The rows and rows of multicolored veg

19、etables were gone. Too tired to weed them, he simply let them be. He only planted tomatoes. For the first few years after he died, I couldnt even bear to look at anyones garden without having strong memories pour over me like cold water from a bucket. Three years ago, I decided to plant my own garde

20、n and started out with just a few tomatoes. That morning, after breaking up a fair amount of soil, something caught the corner of my eye and I had to smile. It was my eight-year-old son Nathan, happily playing in the freshly tilled soil. 24.Why did the author like the garden when he was a child? A.

21、He loved what his father grew in the garden.B.The garden was just freshly tilled by his father.C. He enjoyed being in the garden with his father.D.The garden was planted with colorful flowers.25.When all the kids started their own families, the authors father _. A.stopped his gardeningB. devoted mor

22、e to gardeningC.turned to other hobbies D.focused on planting tomatoes26.What happened to the garden when the authors father was seriously ill? A.The authors son took charge of the garden. B.No plant grew in the garden at all.C. It brought the author a great harvest. D.The garden was almost deserted

23、27.We can infer from the last paragraph that _. A. the authors son reminded him of his own childhood.B.the authors son played happily in the garden C.the authors son was very glad to help the authorD.the authors son will continue gardening as wellCSports can help you keep fit and get in touch with n

24、ature. However, whether you are on the mountains, in the waves, or on the grassland, you should be aware that your sport of choice might have great influence on the environment.Some sports are resourcehungry. Golf, as you may know, eats up not only large areas of countryside, but also tons of water.

25、 Besides, all sorts of chemicals and huge amounts of energy are used to keep its courses(球场) in good condition. This causes major environmental effects. For example, in the dry regions of Portugal and Spain, golf is often held responsible for serious water shortage in some local areas.There are many

26、 environmentfriendly sports. Power walking is one of them that you could take up today. You dont need any special equipment except a good pair of shoes; and you dont have to worry about resources and your purse. Simple and free, power walking can also keep you fit. If you walk regularly, it will be

27、good for your heart and bones. Experts say that 20 minutes of power walking daily can make you feel less anxious, sleep well and have better weight control.Whatever sport you take up, you can make it greener by using environmentfriendly equipment and buying products made from recycled materials. But

28、 the final goal should be “green gyms”. They are better replacements(代替物) for traditional health clubs and modern sports centers. Members of green gyms play sports outdoors, in the countryside or other open spaces. There is no special requirement for you to start your membership. And best of all, it

29、s free.28. Which of the following is the author most probably in favor of? A. Cycling around a lake. B. Motor racing in the desert.C. Playing basketball in a gym.D. Swimming in a sports center.29. What do we know about golf from the passage? A. It is popular in Portugal and Spain.B. It pollutes the

30、earth with chemicals and wastes.C. It needs water and electricity to keep its courses green.D. It causes water shortages around the world.30. The author uses power walking as an example mainly because _A. it improves our health. B. it uses fewer resources. C. it is an outdoor sport. D. it is recomme

31、nded by experts.31. The author writes the passage to _A. show us the function of major sports.B. introduce different types of environmentfriendly sports.C. discuss the major influence of popular sports.D. encourage us to go in for green sports.D Although most hitchhikers (搭便车的人) are people, passers-

32、by tend to ignore them because they are cautious about giving rides to strangers. But what will they do if they come across a hitchhiking robot? Will they take it to its destination or will they just leave the helpless machine by the wayside?That is the answer Canadian professors, David Harris Smith

33、 and Frauke Zeller, who study the relationship between humans and technology, are seeking for after they came up with the idea of building a hitchhiking robot.HitchBOT is built with cheap household items. Thanks to a PC tablet, GPS tracker and camera, hitchBOT not only can send its thoughts and pict

34、ures to the general public, but also can answer general questions and keep drivers entertained with small talks. The smart robot is even able to quote interesting facts about the areas it has passed through.Not surprisingly, many people are doubtful about hitchBOTs ability. Most people think the cut

35、e robot will be damaged by someone. Actually, they are all wrong. The robot hitchhiked all the way from Halifax, Nova Scotia, to Victoria, British Columbia, a distance of 3,700 miles. It was first picked up on July 27th by an elderly couple. It not only reached its destination on August 21st, but al

36、so had some amazing adventures along the way. It visited national parks, went fishing, went camping, and even attended a wedding where it experienced its first dance and interrupted the brides speech.In addition to helping it get to its destination, its Canadian fans have gone out to ensure its safe

37、ty from covering the robot with a plastic cape (披肩) to help keep it dry to ensuring that it stays healthy with motor oil.32Why is the hitchhiking robot built?A. To find out how people might react to it. B. To help passers-by reach their destinations.C. To see if it will give rides to strangers.D. To

38、 entertain drivers on their way.33The hitchBOT can do all of the following except . .A. talking with the driver. B. dancing with people.C. answering any question raised. D. sending its thoughts and pictures. 34How long did it take the hitchBOT to reach its destination?A. Over one month. B. Nearly a

39、month. C. Two months. D. One week.35What can we learn about the hitchBOT?AIt was ignored by an elderly couple.BIt didnt meet with any danger along the way.CIt will be put into the market quickly.DIt experienced a long and amazing journey.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。选项中有两项为多于选项。

40、Saving Money on Holiday TravelThe holiday season isnt just about shopping and gifts. 36 However, holiday travel can get more expensive than you can imagine. Fortunately, the following tips will help you keep your travel spending under control. Plan ahead. The earlier you book your travel, from fligh

41、ts to hotels, the easier it is to find good deals. 37 In fact, many experts point out that you should book travel about one to three months earlier so that you can have more opportunities to find the best deals and you know what you will be doing. Book your air travel on cheaper days. Travelling by

42、air on Tuesdays and Wednesdays often costs less than travelling on Fridays and Sundays. During the holidays, though, its not just about a specific day of the week. 38 Days immediately before and after a holiday can be expensive. If you can adjust your plans so that you can travel on Thanksgiving Day

43、 or Christmas Day, you might be able to find an even better deal. Consider travelling overnight. Overnight flights often cost less than those at more convenient times. 39 Depending on where you are going, and the options of how to get there, overnight travel can help you avoid a night in the hotel,

44、as well as save your money on travel to your destination. 40 You cant bring liquids with you on the plane, but you can bring sandwiches and other snacks. When youre on the road, you can buy food at local groceries to make your own meals. If you are staying in a hotel for a long time, consider cookin

45、g your own food, especially if you have access to a microwave.A. Consider affordable accommodations.B. Bring your own food.C. If you are flying, consider alternative airports.D. Booking earlier can also save your money.E. A great deal of travel also takes place during this time of the year.F. Other

46、alternatives include sleeper trains, as well as overnight ferries.G. You also need to consider the days surrounding the holiday. 第三部分 英语知识运用（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，从短文候各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。In my second year of high school, I met the anthropology (人类学) teacher, Mr

47、. Croft. I didnt know anything about anthropology, so I never signed up for Mr. Crofts class. _41_, this didnt stop him from positively _42_my life.Mr. Croft was a _43_twenty-four hours a day after school, before school, and in and out of his _44_. Mr. Croft inspired and taught every student at East

48、 High, _45_me. He often _46_me to become all I could possibly be. How could I possibly _47_Mr. Croft?After I graduated from high school, I had an opportunity to _48_football for thirteen-year-olds. To get a feel for the boys _49_, I had each of them run out for a _50_. I wanted to see who could run,

49、 catch and throw so I could _51_a team in my mind.Two days into practice, a tall kid appeared on the field. He got in _52_, and when he ran out for a pass, I threw the ball. It hit him square on the _53_. He picked up the _54_and ran it back to me. It came time for his second pass and I _55_him on t

50、he head again. With his nose bleeding and his lip swelling, he _56_the ball, raced it back to me, and got back in line.Later I got to know that he was the son of my anthropology teacher, Tommy Croft. I was _57_. He said, “Im here because I want to play football. And I promise _58_youll help me, I kn

51、ow I can do it!”“Get back in line,” I told him. Here, at last, was my _59_to be a Mr. Croft to a Croft. Here was my chance to give something back. For the first time in my life, I _60_the meaning of “an educational system”. What goes around really does come around!41A Besides B Otherwise CTherefore

52、D However 42A controlling B saving C influencing D supporting43A worker B teacher C helper D director44A classroom B bedroom C home D office45A directly B simply C especially D eventually46A askedB encouraged C persuaded D reminded47A respect B forget C refuse D repay 48A coach B playC follow D watc

53、h49A abilities B courage C characters D success50A show B pass C testD score51A join B train C manage D organize52A way B teamC line D competition53A head B back C arm D chest54A glove B ball C hat D sweater55A kicked B knocked C hit D beat56A threw away B put aside C got backD picked up 57A interes

54、ted B touched C shocked D puzzled58A if B whenC because D though59A aim B dream C chance D part60A interpreted B found C conveyed Dunderstood 第二节 语法填空（共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分）第三节 阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。Although English is not as old as Chinese, it is spoken by many people around the world every d

55、ay. English 61 (speak) are always making new words and we should be able to know where most words come from. Sometimes, however, no one may really know where a word comes from. Did you ever think about why hamburgers 62 (be) called hamburgers, 63 （especial）when they are not made of ham? About a hund

56、red years ago, some men went to America 64 Europe. They came from a big city in Germany 65 (call) Hamburg. They did not speak good English, but they ate good food. Some Americans saw them eating round pieces of beef. Never had they seen such a strange way. They couldnt help 66 （ask）the Germans what

57、it was. The Germans did not understand the question and answered, “We came from Hamburg. ” One of these Americans owned a restaurant, and had an idea. He made up 67 mind to do something new. He cooked some round pieces of the beef like 68 the men from Hamburg ate and 69 （sell）it quite a few countrie

58、s around the world. Whether this story is true or not, it certainly is 70 （interest）. 61. 62. 63. 64. 65. 66. 67. 68. 69. 70. 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)文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处.请找出，并按下列情况改正：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；2.只允许修

59、改10处，多者(从第11处起)不计分。 With the Internet playing an important part in our daily life, more and more students can get access the Internet. They mostly use the Internet for three major purposes, among them seeking informations is the most popular. They also use it for communication and funny, such as wat

60、ching movies and playing games. Beside, shopping online is gradually becoming part of their life. However, the Internet meanwhile bring about problems. Some students spend much time online games. Worst still, something unhealthy on the Internet does greatly harm to students. Thus, proper guidance should be giving on how to make a good use of the Internet.第二节书面表达(满分25分)假定你是李华，将作为一名交换生到伦敦某高中进行为期一个月的学习。请你根据以下提示给该校宿舍管理办公室的负责人Peter写一封电子邮件，内容包括：1询问有关学校住宿的情况；2希望在校园内找一个带卫生间的房间，最好在一楼，不介意与其他学生共用。3.如果学校这个要求不能满足， 询问学校能够提供什么样的住宿条件。注意：1词数100左右；2 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；Dear Peter， Yours, Li Hua