重庆市南开中学2023-2024学年高三英语上学期12月第四次质量检测试题（PDF版附答案）.pdf

1、 英 语 试 题 2023.12命审单位：重庆南开中学注意事项：1.本试卷由四个部分组成。其中第一、二部分和第三部分的第一节为选择题。第三部分的第二节和第四部分为非选择题。共 150 分，共 12 页。2.全部答案在答题卡上相应区域内完成，在本试卷上作答无效。选择题请使用2B 铅笔填涂，非选择题请使用0.5 毫米黑色签字笔作答。要求字体工整、笔迹清晰。3.请在答题卡规定的地方填写好个人信息，并认真核对答题卡上所粘贴的条形码是否与本人的信息一致。4.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。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

2、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.What is the woman making?A.Chocolate.B.Cookies.C.Cakes.2.Where does the conversation take place?A.In a library.B.In a bookstore.C.In a classroom.3.What does t

3、he man want to do?A.Admire the scenery.B.Continue walking.C.Have a rest.4.What are the speakers talking about?A.The womans hesitation about going abroad.B.The advantage of homestay accommodation.C.The womans fear of traveling abroad.5.What do we know about the woman?A.She is more sensitive to hot we

4、ather than the man.B.She doesnt want to buy an air conditioner.C.She cooled herself down by a fan.英语试题 第 1 页(共 12 页)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.What is the woma

5、n planning to do next year?A.Go on a diet.B.Compete in a marathon.C.Improve her health.7.What food does the woman need most at present?A.Meat.B.Rice.C.Vegetables.听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。8.What are the speakers organizing?A.A company dinner.B.A wedding celebration.C.A birthday party.9.When will the event

6、take place?A.On July 10th.B.On August 10th.C.On September 10th.听第 8 段材料,回答第 10 至 12 题。10.Where did the woman know about the advertisement?A.On the Internet.B.From a newspaper.C.From her friend.11.Why will the man sell the dining table?A.He has bought a smaller one.B.He doesnt like it anymore.C.He wi

7、ll move house.12.What will the woman probably do this afternoon?A.Talk with her friend.B.Check on the dining table.C.Tidy up her room.听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。13.What is the man doing?A.Painting a picture.B.Admiring a masterpiece.C.Having his meal.14.What does the woman think of the food at the cantee

8、n?A.Disappointing.B.Acceptable.C.Satisfactory.15.What dishes does the woman like best?A.Hot dogs.B.Rice and fish.C.Bread and fish.16.What does the woman suggest doing for the talent show?A.Singing a song.B.Bringing some food.C.Painting a backdrop.英语试题 第 2 页(共 12 页)听第 10 段材料,回答第 17 至 20 题。17.What is

9、the speaker?A.A teacher.B.A manager.C.A film-maker.18.How did the speaker feel after his first project?A.Joyful.B.Embarrassed.C.Surprised.19.When do the courses end?A.In July.B.In August.C.In September.20.What does Pow Pictures offer throughout the year?A.Design courses.B.Language programs.C.Work ex

10、perience.第二部分 阅读理解(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，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C 和 D)中，选出最佳选项。AThe Best Volunteer Abroad Programs in AfricaLooking for the best volunteer abroad opportunities to join?Here are the best volunteer programs in Africa.Volunteer in ZanzibarLooking to unplug from ever

11、yday life?Zanzibar program is perfect for animal and nature lovers.As a volunteer traveler,you can live in a beachside bungalow(平 房)and regenerate wild turtle populations.Alternatively,you can stay in a forest camp to protect endangered species,such as snakes,lizards and tortoises.Volunteer in Victo

12、ria FallsImagine volunteering in a setting where your backyard has breathtaking views over a zebra-filled grasslandVictoria Falls is just that.It is one of the best wildlife conservation volunteer programs,which has been recommended in the Lonely Planet s Best in Travel for2023.While the volunteer w

13、ork is physically demanding,youll be rewarded with night camping outside the reserve.Volunteer in ZambiaFor those who want to explore the incredible area of Victoria Falls,but also want to volunteer in the community,check this out.Volunteer in Zambia includes construction,teaching and medical care.T

14、hanks to its thrilling activities,this is the“pe rfect destination for adventure-seekers”according to Lonely Planet!Whether you want to swim on the ledge of a英语试题 第 3 页(共 12 页)waterfall or take a walking safari(徒步野生动物观光),Zambia is the perfect spot to witness nature at its best while making a positiv

15、e impact.Volunteer in GhanaVolunteers on the Ghana program consistently talk about the immersive cultural experience.The local people youll work with will make you feel at home from the mo ment you land in Ghana.As a volunteer here,youll develop a strong sense of connection to your host community an

16、d local traditions in Ghana.21.What do Volunteer in Zanzibar and Volunteer in Victoria Falls have in common?A.They provide beautiful sea views.B.They offer camping in the reserve.C.They aim to offer wildlife protection.D.They are recommended by Lonely Planet.22.Which program is the best choice for s

17、omeone keen on taking risks?A.Volunteer in Zambia.B.Volunteer in Ghana.C.Volunteer in Zanzibar.D.Volunteer in Victoria Falls.23.Who is the passage intended for?A.People fascinated by wildlife conservation.B.Individuals seeking a relaxing travel experience.C.People with enthusiasm for travel and volu

18、nteering.D.Individuals interested in African cultures and traditions.BOne summer night,a boy felt himself lifted from bed by his father.Dazed with sleep,he saw stars flashing across the heavens.“What is it?”the child whispered.“Shooting stars.They come every year in August.”Decades have passed,but I

19、 remember that night still,because Iwas the fortunate boy whose father believed a new experience was more important than an unbroken nights sleep.Some parents like my father have the gift of opening doors for their children.This art of adding dimensions to a child brings the reward:the marvelous mom

20、ent when the spark bursts into a flame that will burn brightly on its own one day.At a Golf Association tournament,a ten-year-old girl played creditably.“How long have you been interested in golf?”someone英语试题 第 4 页(共 12 页)asked.“I got it for my ninth birthday,”she said.“Your father gave you a set of

21、 clubs?”“No,”she said,“he gave me golf.”I have a friend,a psychiatrist,who says there are two types of people:those who think of life as a privilege and those who think of it as a problem.The first type is enthusiastic and energetic.The other type is suspicious and self-centered.And he adds,“Tell me

22、 about your childhood and I can tell you which type you are likely to be.”The real purpose,then,of trying to open doors for children is to build eager and outgoing attitudes,which is the most valuable legacy we can pass on to the next generation.But why dont we work harder at it?Probably because som

23、etimes we dont have the awareness or the selflessness or the energy.And yet,for those of us who care what becomes of our children,the challenge is always there but the opportuniti es also come repeatedly.Many years have passed since that night.And next year,when August comes with its shooting stars,

24、my son will be seven.24.Why does the author mention the girl in Paragraph 2?A.To show parental impact on childrens passion.B.To suggest hobbies always start from the small.C.To highlight the importance of diverse experiences.D.To prove true passion usually arises from the reward.25.What do the under

25、lined words“adding dimensions to”in Paragraph 2 mean?A.Setting an example for.B.Broadening the horizons of.C.Providing attentive care for.D.Narrowing the possibilities of.26.What will the authors psychiatrist friend agree with?A.Stability in upbringing builds confidence.B.Parenting styles requires p

26、rofessional guidance.C.Childhood experience determines adult happiness.D.Ones personality is related to childhood experiences.27.What can we infer from the last paragraph?A.The author is always addicted to shooting stars.B.It is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to motivate kids.C.The author will go to se

27、e shooting stars with his son.D.It is impossible to unlock kids potential without eagerness.英语试题 第 5 页(共 12 页)CIf someone asked whether you like the arts,youd probably say you doat least in theory.According to a survey,more than two-thirds of U.S.adults say the arts“lift me up beyond everyday experi

28、ences.”However,only 30 percent attended a concert of any type in2017;23 percent went to an art museum.Fewer than half actively created art of any kind.The mismatch can boil down to the fact that we are weighed down by our day-to-day responsibilities,leaving our schedule packed.Maybe you like to play

29、 a little background music while you work or do the chores,but even before the pandemic,most of us rarely,if ever,saw a live performance,let alone visited a gallery or watched a play.Too often,we let the dull reality of life get in the way of the arts.But this is a mistake.The arts are the opposite

30、of an escape from reality;they might just be the most realistic glimpse we ever get into the nature and meaning of life.If you make time for consuming and producing artthe same way you make time for work and exercise and family commitmentsI assure you that youll find your life getting fuller and hap

31、pier.Think of a time when you heard a piece of music and wanted to cry.Or maybe your dizziness as you emerged from a narrow side street in an unfamiliar city and found yourself in a beautiful town square as if in a fantasy.They probably stimulated a sudden awakening,much like the shock from a lungfu

32、l of pure oxygen after breathing in smoggy air.If you are among the people who feel that art is pure pleasure to experience and participate in,you might see it as a luxury item,while a preferable attitude is to treat art less like a distracting pleasure,and more like exercise or sleep,a necessity.Th

33、en draw up a schedule of your art exposure journey,and gradually weave art into your everyday life.28.What prevents people from enjoying the arts?A.Shortage of time.B.Avoidance of duty.C.Lack of interest.D.Art space inaccessibility.29.What can we learn about the role of art according to the passage?

34、A.It explores mysteries of life.B.It sparks emotional responses.C.It enhances physical well-being.D.It offers a getaway from daily life.英语试题 第 6 页(共 12 页)30.What will be talked about next in the passage?A.Ways to integrate art into routine.B.Barriers to combine art and life.C.Forms of distracting pl

35、easures.D.Benefits of engaging with art.31.Which is the most suitable title for the text?A.Art Journey:Refreshing SoulB.Art Pursuit:Transforming Dull into FullC.Embracing Art:From Luxury to NecessityD.Connecting with Art:From Reality to FantasyDBiodegradable(可降解的)food packaging is designed to detect

36、 to what degree the food has gone bad by changing its color.Best-before labels are often poor predictors of when food becomes dangerous to eat,which can lead to waste and food poisoning,says Benedetto Marelli at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology.So he and his colleagues tried to create the p

37、ackage that can react to changes in food.They made four films(膜)similar to plastic package,each consisting of two layers.One layer was made from a protein extracted from silkworm silk,while the other was made of one of four so-called covalent organic frameworks(COFs).These materials contain carbon a

38、nd hydrogen,as well as atoms like oxygen or nitrogen,all arranged in a network that allows air and water to go through easily.After checking the films were non-toxic and strong,the researchers tried to compost(堆肥处理)them.For the best performing film,50per cent of it degraded after being placed in soi

39、l for 30 days,which is comparable to existing biodegradable plastics.The material also changed colour when immersed in water with different pH values,due to the COF layers interaction with the liquid.Because the pH of food increases as it spoils,the researchers tried to use a piece of the film as a

40、colour-changing label attached to a packet of raw chicken.The label started off orange but turned yellow and got 17 percent lighter after 20hours at 30,indicating that the meat had begun to spoil.The researchers also loaded the英语试题 第 7 页(共 12 页)COF layer with a chemical.After 15 days,so ya beans pac

41、kaged in the film and left in high heat and humidity went bad,but only a third as much as beans wrapped in traditional plastic.“For a successful market entry,the material will need to be affordable and easy to produce.The standard for competing with plastic production is very high.”says Marelli.32.W

42、hy did Marelli decide to create the package?A.To improve the biodegradability of food.B.To compete with plastic for market share.C.To make a breakthrough in biotechnology.D.To tackle food waste and enhance food safety.33.What does Paragraph 2 mainly talk about?A.The functions of films.B.The categori

43、es of films.C.The application of films.D.The composition of films.34.What is the feature of the film?A.It prevents food from spoiling.B.It shows sensitivity to chemicals.C.It has incomparable biodegradability.D.It is unaffected by unfavorable conditions.35.What is Marellis attitude towards the prosp

44、ect of the film?A.Realistic.B.Hopeless.C.Optimistic.D.Indifferent.第二节(共 5 小题;每小题 2.5 分,满分 12.5 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。选项中有两项为多余选项。How to Ease AI AnxietyRapid advances in generative artificial intelligence(AI)have brought big challenges and its logical for humans to feel anxious about it.36 .

45、The following can prove it and ease your anxiety.Remember context is keyKeeping in mind that the present moment is far from the first time people have feared the rise of an unfamiliar technology.“Computer anxiety”and“technostress”date back decades.Before that,there was uncontrollable worry over indu

46、strial automation.37 .But many of the worst sci-fi predictions did not come true.英语试题 第 8 页(共 12 页)Address the problem togetherRather than sticking your head in the sand,gain new skills to prepare for a career change or learning about ongoing efforts to regulate AI.Meanwhile,confronting anxiety over

47、 AI might begin with coming up with collective solutions and finding community.38 .Switch your attentionAnother way to feel better about AI is to avoid too much attention to it.39 .Taking breaks from technology to reconnect with nature or loved ones in the physical world is critical for men tal heal

48、th.Stepping away from tech can also provide a reminder of all the ways that humans are distinct from AI.40 The current technology is not truly producing new things but rather imitating or following what people can do.AI may be able to answer questions and solve problems,but it lacks the power to con

49、vey emotions,empathy and create original content.Therefore,unbiased judgment and certainty about your own skills can help with uneasiness.A.Focus on what you can controlB.Remind yourself of its limitationsC.More attention should be attached to AID.Getting involved in it is crucial to seeking securit

50、yE.There is more to life than just programs and screensF.But humans arent yet headed for a complete replacementG.Past advances did lead to big social and economic changes第三部分 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，从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和 D)中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。I was only eleven years old but I

51、d been the best runner,high jumper and long jumper in my school since kindergarten!But the one hundred meter race was the most 41 competition for me.Nothing boosted my ego more than my schoolmates 42 me as Isprinted across the finish line.But the 43 news crushed my spirit a knee injury meant I might

52、 never compete again.It hit me like a knockout punch that left my ears ringing in 44 .英语试题 第 9 页(共 12 页)The next day I was 45 inside,while the other kids were outside running.Mr.Lewis encouraged me to 46 my energy into the town poetry contest.Determined to find comfort in this new endeavor,I diligen

53、tly crafted poems each day,47 their rhyme and rhythm.But the sadness of being 48 from track and field was overwhelming.One day writing in the classroom,I caught Mr.Lewis 49 scolding the boys in the next classroom who were exhausted and desiring to quit.“Im 50 of you boys!At this moment theres a girl

54、 in the next classroom dreaming about competing in track and field!Shed do anything to take your 51 ,but because of a bad knee,she cant!You should be embarrassed!You should be happy you can run every day without 52 !”For the first time,I felt 53 and appreciated.Mr.Lewis understood how much Id lost b

55、ecause of the injury.From that day forward,I created my 54 with a strong belief that I would win the contest,for me and for Mr.Lewis!That year,my small Ontario town 55 my triumph as I claimed first prize.I owed my success to Mr.Lewis,his support fueling my inner fire.41.A.challenging B.frustrating C

56、.promising D.rewarding 42.A.cheering for B.relying on C.believing in D.cooperating with 43.A.hopeful B.sorrowful C.harmful D.powerful 44.A.awe B.disbelief C.annoyance D.confusion 45.A.inspired B.tended C.stuck D.monitored 46.A.rush B.store C.divide D.channel 47.A.breaking B.emphasizing C.perfecting

57、D.mastering 48.A.saved B.released C.sheltered D.excluded 49.A.severely B.constantly C.proudly D.patiently 50.A.confident B.ashamed C.guilty D.tolerant 51.A.side B.time C.advice D.place 52.A.expectation B.pain C.warning D.delay 53.A.valued B.ignored C.disrespected D.applauded 54.A.diaries B.models C.

58、works D.outlines 55.A.witnessed B.supported C.secured D.recalled英语试题 第 10 页(共 12 页)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。As night fell on the northwestern Chinese city of Zhongwei,with the Milky Way gradually revealing 56 (it),the astronomy photographer Dong Shuchang skillf

59、ully seized the moment.In the Ningxi a Hui Autonomous Region,under the administration of Zhongwei,stargazing tourism has emerged 57 a famous attraction.Since the year 2000,this inland region has actively pursued a rebranding plan,58 (position)itself as the“hometown of stars”.This ambitious attempt m

60、arks 59 significant milestone in the regions tourism landscape.In the scenic destination of Shapotou,60 is located within Zhongwei,an innovative star-shaped hotel has been constructed.This distinctive hotel,which includes a star theme and enlightens lectures on astronomy,61 (attract)visitors from th

61、e south of China up to now.According to Wu Zhanjun,a marketing manager,the hotel receives such overwhelming demand during peak seasons 62 hotel rooms are consistently fully booked.Ningxia is presently engaged in an 63 (explore)aimed at expanding its array of tourism products.The citys task centers o

62、n the belief that its 64 (star)skies have the potential 65 (inject)energy into the conventional tourism.第四部分 写作(共两节；满分 40 分)第一节(满分 15 分)假定你是新华中学的李华，你校拟申请承办英国文化协会(British Council)主办的“中英校园文化交流论坛”(China-UK Campus Culture Forum 简称 CUCF)。请你用英语为学校写一封承办申请信，内容如下：1.写信目的；2.学校优势；3.希望获准。注意：1.写作词数应为 80 左右；2.请按如下

63、格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。Dear Sir/Madam,Yours faithfully,Li Hua英语试题 第 11 页(共 12 页)学科网（北京）股份有限公司第二节(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。Hannah was my best friend,and our bond went beyond mere friendship;we were inseparable.Whether we were exploring new places,laughing until our stomachs hurt,or comfort

64、ing each other during tough times,our connection grew stronger than anything else in the world.We shared secrets,countless adventures,and,most importantly,our dreams.Both of us aspired to be actresses,and our personalities were equally strong.We were determined and ambitious,always striving to be th

65、e best in everything we did.One day,our school announced an important drama festival,and the highlight of the event was the selection of the leading lady.Hannah and I both set our sights on this prestigious role.As the audition(试镜)approached,our friendship faced a significant test.The day of the aud

66、ition arrived,and the tension between us was obvious.We both delivered outstanding performances that left the judges impressed.However,when the final decision was announced,I was devastated to hear that Hannah had been chosen as the leading lady.The aftermath of the announcement was challenging for

67、me.My ego got the better of me,and I couldnt handle the overwhelming feeling of being left out.As I saw everyone around us celebrating Hannahs success,I felt a wave of shame washing over me.Unable to hold back my tears,I impulsively ran out of the audition hall.Moments later,my phone rang,and I saw

68、that it was Hannah calling.She must have known that I had left.I hesitated,unsure of what to say to her.注意：1.续写词数应为 150 左右；2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。In confusion,I ended up hanging up the phone without a word._On the day of the performance,I took up the courage to attend Hannahs play.英语试题 第 12 页(共 12 页)学科网（北京）股份有限公司