广东省韶关市2022-2023学年高三下学期第二次模拟考试 英语.pdf

1、学科网（北京）股份有限公司秘密启用前韶关市 2023 届高三综合测试（二）英语本试卷共 10 页,卷面满分 120 分。考试用时 120 分钟。注意事项：1.答卷前,考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名、准考证号和班级填写在答题卡指定的位置上。2.选择题每小题选出答案后,用 2B 铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动,用橡皮擦干净后,再选涂其他答案。写在本试卷上无效。3.非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答,答案必须写在答题卡指定区域内的相应位置上；如需改动,先划掉原来的答案,然后再写上新答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。写在本试卷上无效。4.考生须保持答题卡的整洁,考试结束后,

2、将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。第一部分 阅读（共两节,满分 50 分）第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2.5 分,满分 37.5 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。AStaying at home and watching Netflix is quite cozy.To help you figure out what to watch,wetake a dive into the collection and list some options released in the last year or so that are well-worth a wa

3、tch.Penguin Bloom（2021）95 mins,directed by Glendyn IvinNaomi Watts stars in this emotional roller-coaster of a film about a woman struggling torecover from a catastrophic injury.After her children bring home an injured bird,her charactersefforts to nurse the magpie nicknamed“Penguin”back to health u

4、nfold in parallel with her ownhealing journey.Metal Lords（2022）97 mins,directed by Peter SollettJaeden Martell and Adrian Green smith play a pair of teenage friends who decide to form aheavy metal band and enter their high schools Battle of the Bands competition.What they dontexpect,however,is to ha

5、ve their friendship tested and to learn a lot more than about music whenthey recruit a shy cellist to join them.学科网（北京）股份有限公司The Sea Beast（2022）115 mins,directed by Chris WilliamsChris Williams directs this animated high-sea adventure about a young girl who boards afamous monster-hunting ship secret

6、ly,only to discover that everything she thought she knew aboutmonsters and hunters might be wrong.Karl Urban voices legendary hunter Jacob Holland in thisall-age feature.Guillermo del Toros Pinocchio（2022）117 mins,directed by Guillermo del Toro,MarkGustafsonOne of Hollywood most visionary filmmakers

7、 turns his attention to one of the most belovedtales in childrens literature in this animated adaptation of Carlo Collodis 1883 novel TheAdventures of Pinocchio.The film records Pinocchios chase to become a living boy-a journey thatbrings him through one adventure after another.21.What is the purpos

8、e of this passage?A.To introduce famous directors.B.To give instructions on diving.C.To advertise for Netflix company.D.To offer movie recommendations.22.Which film would probably encourage viewers who suffer from pain?A.Penguin Bloom.B.Metal Lords.C.The Sea Beast.D.Guillermo del Toros Pinocchio.23.

9、What do the last two films have in common?A.They are animations.B.They last over two hours.C.They are based on real adventures.D.They are adapted from childrens novels.BMy father,Michael,led me through the outside shed hed filled with his paintings.“When Ihave an exhibition.”he began,pointing to the

10、 artworks hed created,before stopping.Poor Pa,Ithought.In 1994 hed been diagnosed with Parkinsons disease only in his forties.But after finding theright medication,he could continue on as normal and so had our family-Parkinsons just wasntsomething we spoke about.A husband and father to three,he had

11、had a successful career and had always been extremelycreative.Even when his Parkinsons advanced,my father decided to attend a painting course.In artlessons,the class practised painting still life objects,like pears,but my father had other ideas.Inspired by his favourite artist,Jackson Pollock,a lead

12、ing abstract expressionist,he beganproducing abstract pieces.He thought that it helped us to see the world in a different way.Soon,Irealized he was right.When I observed my fathers works,I could interpret each of them in many学科网（北京）股份有限公司ways.While in 2019,my father was diagnosed with kidney cancer

13、and given just three months tolive.We all couldnt contain our sadness,but we soon received great news that a new form ofimmunotherapy shrunk the cancer considerably.As weeks turned to months,it felt like my fatherwas a walking miracle.To our sadness,his health battles had started to take a toll on h

14、im,and as hecontinued speaking about wanting to share his paintings with the world,I knew what had to be done.In October this year,we welcomed the public to“My Kids Could Do That,my fathers firstpublic showing.Everyone loved his works.His eyes lit up with pride when he saw the walls filledwith his w

15、orks.Ive got three of his pieces in my home and I couldnt be more proud of what hesachieved.24.What can we learn about Michael from Paragraph 1?A.He imagined his future life.B.He held an exhibition in the shed.C.He dreamed of sharing his paintings.D.He showed off his masterpieces before his child.25

16、.Which do you think matches Michaels painting style?26.What does the underlined phrase in Paragraph 4 mean?A.Play a trick on.B.Cause suffering to.C.Take advantage of.D.Leave an impression on.27.Which of the following best describes Michael?A.Proud and selfless.B.Caring and generous.C.Devoted and res

17、ponsible.D.Productive and optimistic.CInternational demand for black rhinos horn has seen the animals killed cruelly for decades incountries such as Namibia,Zimbabwe and South Africa.In 1960 there were an estimated 100,000left,and by 1995 fewer than 2,500 remained.Conservation efforts have brought t

18、he number up toaround 5,600 today,but the species is still critically endangered,and poaching（非法捕猎）is学科网（北京）股份有限公司among its biggest threats.Scientists have worked to protect these rare creatures by tracking themwith GPS devices tied to their necks or ankles or implanted in their horns.The resulting

19、data letresearchers monitor the rhinos numbers and when they enter poaching hot spots.But the devicescan fail,and drugging the animals to attach them may cause harm.A recent study describes a new tracking technology that uses smart phones to record rhinofootprints.Called the footprint-identification

20、 technique（FIT）,this system includes software thatcan analyze the animals movements from a distance to help keep them safe from poachers.Theidea came from working with local trackers in Zimbabwe.These footprint-reading experts canidentify individual black rhinos from the shape of their feet and,when

21、 visible,the impressions leftby cracks in the animals heel pads,which are as distinctive as a human fingerprint.“We probablywouldnt even have looked at the footprints in the first place if we didnt have local trackers,saysSky Alibhai,co-founder of WildTrack.To use the system,scientists gather rhino

22、footprint images with a smart phone application andupload the pictures to a global database.FIT software analysis can then identify the individualanimal and determine its age and sex with up to 99 percent accuracy.Researchers can also estimatethe number of black rhinos in an area and watch their mov

23、ements.Researchers have adapted the technology for diverse animals,including African lions,Bengaltigers.“I think this is great for monitoring animals and counting individuals,”says CiskaScheijen,a conservation scientist in South Africa.He wonders about FITs performance during therainy season,when fo

24、otprints are often indistinct,and if it can track larger herds as opposed to the35-odd individuals this study monitored.28.What is mainly described in Paragraph 1?A.Illegal hunting is on the rise.B.Black rhinos horn is a major business.C.Black rhinos are at risk of extinction.D.Conservation efforts

25、are getting nowhere.29.What is the function of FIT?A.To check rhino footprints.B.To analyze black rhinos daily routines.C.To keep track of black rhinos for their safety.D.To monitor the rhinos numbers at poaching spots.30.What does Ciska Scheijen think of FIT?A.It may fail with footprints unclear.B.

26、It will monitor animals on rainy days.C.It can be used for tracking larger herds.学科网（北京）股份有限公司D.It can track other animals besides rhinos.31.Which of the following might be the best title for the passage?A.How Does the Tracking System Work?B.Why Are Black Rhinos Endangered?C.Measures Are Taken to Pr

27、otect Black RhinosD.New App Tracks Black Rhinos Through FootprintsDMany of us seem to have lives that follow a certain path.From kindergarten all the way tomarriage,every stage of our lives seems to be preset.Although this works well for many people,according to British motivational philosopher Jay

28、Shetty,there is no“right”schedule to live ourlives by.A few months ago,a video of Shettys speech Before You Feel Pressure went viral on theInternet across the world.In the video,he sends an important message that we should think“outside of the path”and have the courage to follow our hearts.Shetty ad

29、ds that,we dont haveto get stressed and put ourselves in a race with our peers or judge our lives based on others.Everything in life happens according to our time,our clocks.In his inspiring speech,Shetty points out that UK author J.K.Rowling got her famous HarryPotter series published at age 32,aft

30、er being turned down by 12 publishers.Shetty also mentionsthat Chinese businessman Jack Ma didnt even start the Alibaba Group until he was 35 and US actorMorgan Freeman didnt get his big break until he was 52 years old.We shouldnt let anyone rush us.As Albert Einstein once said,“Not everything that

31、countscan be counted,and not everything thats counted truly counts.”The key to staying on our own tracks is to be patient and embrace our own passions.InAustralian nurse Bronnie Wares best-selling book,she recorded the regrets of her dying patients,and the top one on the list was,“I wish l had the c

32、ourage to live a life true to myself,not the oneothers expected of me.”Indeed,we are all unique in our personalities and gifts,and theres noperfect fit for all.We should listen to our inner voices and unlearn what the world has taught us.It is important to allow people to go back to being self-aware

33、 of their own interests,needs andconcerns,Shetty told National Geographic.“Its disconnecting from what makes sense to whatactually moves you and what makes sense internally.32.What is many peoples life path like according to Paragraph 1?A.It suits everyone fine.B.It is preset by parents.C.It include

34、s two major stages.学科网（北京）股份有限公司D.It seems to be a fixed pattern.33.What does Shetty want to convey in the video?A.Run your own race.B.Follow the preset path.C.Think outside the box.D.Integrate our ideas with others.34.How does Shetty prove his idea in Paragraph 3?A.By using quotes.B.By giving examp

35、les.C.By making comparison.D.By analyzing figures.35.Which statement does the author most probably agree with?A.Accept what others teach us.B.Stick to our own internal thoughts.C.Live up to others expectations of us.D.Reflect on what we undergo in our life.第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2.5 分,满分 12.5 分）阅读下面短文,从短文后的

36、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。When people think about ways to help the environment,encourage biodiversity and decreasegreenhouse gases,they dont usually think about the impact of food waste.36Producing food for a.growing global population is a complex challenge with a lot of negativeenvironmental co

37、nsequences,so food waste creates unnecessary stress on our fragile environment.Here are four things you can do to cut food waste.37 This can help increase the shelf life of many of the most commonly wasted foods,includingfruit,vegetables and dairy products.About 90%of milk waste happens in the home.

38、Adjusting yourfridge to the right temperature can save 50,000 tons of milk waste every year.Single-use plastics.Many of us are seeking to decrease the amount of single-use plastics in ourlives,and in our shopping baskets.This is good.but often these plastics and packaging keep foodfresh for longer.3

39、8 Scientists are working on developing methods of treating and storing food thatcan extend its shelf life.Dish up smaller portions.This results in up to 20%less food waste.Many of us put ourleftovers in the fridge,then forget about them.Fortunately.there are many ways to manage ourfridge contents ef

40、fectively and decrease food waste.39 Labeling leftovers reminds us when they学科网（北京）股份有限公司went in-and when they need to be eaten by.Try and freeze meat.dairy and bread if they are close tospoiling-this will extend their life.Buy directly from local suppliers.Our food systems and supply chains are inc

41、redibly complex,which leads to high levels of food loss and waste.In contrast,buying directly from local suppliersresults in less waste.40A.Set your freezer to below 5.B.Store the food in the fridge.C.These range from apps,to the humble Post-it note,or pen.D.Support a local business,eat quality food

42、,and decrease waste.E.The most commonly wasted foods are fresh fruit and vegetables.F.Fortunately,there are significant developments towards a post-plastic world.G.Yet food waste is responsible for up to 10%of global greenhouse gas emissions.第二部分 语言运用（共两节,满分 30 分）第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 1 分,满分 15 分）阅读下面短文,从

43、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。I had never been more anxious in my life.I had just arrived at the airport to travel home.As Iwatched the bus driver set my luggage on the airport sidewalk,I realized my 41 had just begun.This was my first visit alone to the international terminal（航 站 楼）of the airpo

44、rt,andnothing was 42.I couldnt make sense of any of the 43 Where was the check-in counter?I felt as ifI were deaf and blind and stupid.I began to 44.I had to find help!I tried to ask a passing businessman for help,but my 45 came out wrong.He frowned andwalked away.I had been in this country for a se

45、mester,but could not even remember how to ask fordirections.Awful!Another 46 arrived at the terminal,and the passengers came out carrying lots ofluggage.Right!I could 47 them to the right place.I dragged my enormous suitcase,went after them and reached the elevators.Oh,no!They allfit in it,but not e

46、nough room for me.I watched 48 as the elevator doors closed.I was abandonedagain!I got on the elevator when it returned and 49 all the buttons.Which one could it be?I pressedbutton 3 because I thought I saw those passengers pressed 3,though only a quick glance.Theelevator climbed up to the third flo

47、or and stopped.A high,unpleasant noise 50 the opening of thedoors,and I looked around 51.Tears formed as I saw the empty hall and realized I would 52 my plane.Just then an elderlyairport employee walked towards me.He guessed I was 53 and offered to help.He patted my学科网（北京）股份有限公司shoulder to ease my a

48、nxiety.We walked up some stairs,turned a corner,and reached the check-incounter!When I turned to thank him,he was gone.I never got an opportunity to know that mans name,but I would always remember his unexpected 54 Without his timely help,I would have missed myplane.I hope I will be able to do the s

49、ame for another traveler experiencing a（n）55 journey.41.A.anxietyB.excitementC.curiosityD.liberty42.A.specialB.wrongC.familiarD.perfect43.A.countersB.destinationsC.regulationsD.signs44.A.doubtB.panicC.weepD.inquire45.A.mannersB.instructionsC.wordsD.tones46.A.busB.planeC.businessmanD.employee47.A.lea

50、dB.followC.guideD.direct48.A.in surpriseB.in reliefC.in delightD.in despair49.A.tried outB.clicked onC.stared atD.sorted out50.A.announcedB.stressedC.suggestedD.promised51.A.joyfullyB.firmlyC.calmlyD.cautiously52.A.aboardB.missC.catchD.abandon53.A.lostB.upsetC.disturbedD.embarrassed54.A.encounterB.d

51、isappearanceC.kindnessD.guidance55.A.awesomeB.unforgettableC.tiringD.terrible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。Dragon Well Tea Shrimp,Longjing xiaren in Chinese,is one of the most well-known dishes inHangzhou.56（traditional）,people use Longjing（Dragon Well）tea to accomp

52、any the friedriver shrimp.Like most 57（story）associated with Dragon Well tea,the origin of the Dragon Well TeaShrimp relates to the Qianlong Emperor of the Qing Dynasty.Legend has it that the dish 58（create）accidentally when he was touring Jiangnan.One day,the emperor took shelter 59 the rain in a g

53、irls home and was entertained with a drinkcontaining freshly 60（pick）tea leaves.Deeply impressed by the taste,he 61（pocket）someleaves and continued with his trip.Then he took a break in an inn and ordered several dishes,among 62 there was fried shrimp.While waiting for 63（he）meal,the emperor passed

54、the leaves to the waiter to make some tea.But the waiter caught a glimpse of the imperial gown（黄袍）underneath and rushed 64（tell）the chef with shock.学科网（北京）股份有限公司Feeling nervous,the chef added the leaves into the dish of fried shrimp,because he mistookthe tea leaves for green onions.But 65 was pleasa

55、ntly surprising was that the lingering fragrance ofthe tea and the crunchy texture of the shrimp won the emperor over.Thus,the classic dish was born.第三部分 写作（共两节,满分 40 分）第一节（满分 15 分）假定你是李华,你的英国笔友 Mike 所在的学校将开设汉语选修课。他来信咨询如何布置一间教室来营造良好的汉语学习氛围。请给他回信,提出建议并说明理由。注意：1.写作词数应为 80 左右。2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。Dear M

56、ike,Greetings from China!Best wishes!Yours,Li Hua第二节（满分 25 分）阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。Friend or Foe?Last year,at day camp,my friend Ollie and I were on the same obstacle-course（障碍赛）team and had a great time.This year,Scotty,the captain of Team Panda,insisted we pick sticks todecide which

57、 team we belonged to.At the beginning,we just wished wed be on the same team again.But to our disappointment,Ollie had picked a short stick for Team Grizzly,while I had a long stick for Team Panda.My heartsank as something were definitely going to be different.We all played a name game together,and

58、then were divided into two groups to make teamflags.“Could you please pass that paint?”asked a boy named Ben,“Were going to destroy theGrizzlies!Right,Arizona?”“But Ollie,my best friend,is in Grizzly.How come I destroy him?”I asked myself shyly.Then at lunchtime,I planned to sit with Ollie at the sa

59、me table as last year,cracking each otherup the way good friends do.“What are you doing?Having lunch with our enemy is not OK!”claimed a girl in my team.Only then did I realize there was an invisible dividing line.All of theGrizzlies sat together,and all of the Pandas sat together.I had no other alt

60、ernative but to saygoodbye to Ollie and concentrate on my lunch.学科网（北京）股份有限公司That night I hardly fell asleep.Bens voice was saying“Destroy the Grizzlies!”on repeat.Iwas wondering if being a good team member meant I was supposed to put my friendship with Ollieaside.One of my best friends was a Grizzl

61、y,and it just didnt seem fun to treat him as an enemy.I woke up with zero energy for our first competition the next morning.We each had two triesto race through an obstacle course.My first try was a disaster!I did OK with the monkey bars,thetunnel,and the slide.But when I did the rope swing over the sandpit（沙坑）,I went too slow andgot stuck in the middle.I felt pretty frustrated.注意：1.续写词数应为 150 词左右。2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。When 1 finished the course,Ollie came over.On my second time through the obstacle course,Ollie stood up for me.