佳市八中2021-2022学年高三上学期期中考试
英语试卷
考试时间:100 分钟 试卷总分:120 分
阅读理解
第一节:(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项。
A
The Erie Canal was the first important national waterway built in the US.It crossed New York from Buffalo on Lake Erie Troy to Albany on the Hudson River.It joined the Great Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean.The canal served as a route over which industrial goods could flow into the west,and materials could pour into the east.The Erie Canal helped New York develop into the nation's largest city.
The building of the canal was paid for entirely by the state of New York.It cost $7,143,789,but it soon gained its price many times over.Between 1825,when the canal was opened,and 1882,when toll charges(过运河费) were stopped,the state collected $121,461,891.
For a hundred years before the Erie was built,people had been talking about a canal which could join the Great Lakes and the Atlantic Ocean.The man who planned the Erie Canal and carried the plan through was De Witt Clinton.Those who were against the canal laughingly called it “Clinton's Ditch(沟)”.Clinton talked and wrote about the canal and drew up plans for it.He and Governor Morris went to Washington in 1812 to ask for help for the canal,but they were unsuccessful.
Clinton became governor of New York in 1817,and shortly afterwards,on July 4,1817,broke ground for the canal in Rome,N.Y.The first part of the canal was completed in 1820.As the canal grew,towns along its course developed fast.The length of the canal is 363 miles.
21.We can see that the Erie Canal .
A.joined the Great Lakes together
B.crossed New York from north to south
C.played an important part in developing New York City
D.was the first waterway built in the US
22.It can be inferred that into the Atlantic Ocean.
A.the Great Lakes flow
B.the Hudson River flows
C.Lake Erie flows
D.the Erie Canal flows
23.Which of the following is true according to the passage
A.The Erie Canal brought profits of over $114,000,000.
B.It's 363 miles from the Great Lakes to the Atlantic Ocean.
C.The West was more advanced than the East when the canal was built.
D.Many other states helped New York built the canal.
24.Which of the following is true according to the passage
A.Clinton broke ground for the canal at both ends.
B.Clinton started building the canal before he became governor.
C.All parts of the canal were completed at the same time.
D.Construction of the canal took eight years.
B
My first term at MIT(麻省理工学院)was awesome—I got all A's,and I declared math as my major.My parents were expecting me to become a doctor like them so I was trying to satisfy them.But I was desperately running away from them.I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life.My third term,I ended up with a D in math.I didn't do that well in my other classes,either.It seemed like all my friends were doing so well,getting opportunities over the summers.
My fifth term,I realized that I was awful at higher level math.I had lost all confidence in myself.I went to a few classes at the beginning of the term,but after by midterm,I had totally stopped.My only relief was the dance team I was on.I would sleep all day,and then go to dance practice,and then go back to sleep.As expected,I failed in all of my classes and had to withdraw from MIT.
I had no choice but to tell my parents.Instead of yelling or hitting me,though,they just held me and cried.The next day,my dad took a day off from work and took me to a nearby,small arts college.
I had lost all confidence in myself.Before my first biology test,I didn't think I could pass.I did pass.Since I had so much free time,I decided to join a biology lab.I realized that was what I wanted to do! I wanted to be a scientist!
This past May,I graduated with the highest honors,and now I have my PhD in biology.Though it ended up taking me 5 years to graduate from college,I can say now that dropping out of MIT was one of the best things that ever happened to me.I've realized that a person is not their grades.I've realized how much my parents loved me.I've finally discovered my passion(热情)in life!
25.How was the author's first term at MIT
A.He was busy with exams.
B.He knew his goals clearly.
C.He did well in all subjects.
D.He was fed up with math.
26.How did the author's parents react to his failing at MIT
A.They hit him.
B.They yelled at him.
C.They quit their jobs to teach him.
D.They forgave him for what he did.
27.In the arts college the author .
A.rebuilt his confidence
B.volunteered at many labs
C.found it hard to learn biology
D.hated the learning environment
28.What do we know about the author from the last paragraph
A.He felt sorry for his parents.
B.He discovered his true interest.
C.He realized the importance of grades.
D.He felt ashamed of his failing at MIT.
.C
Do plants listen to music How can a plant possibly respond to music Well,plants breathe through their many mouths,which are also known as stomata and it has been discovered that plant stomata respond to music!
A few years ago,scientists at the University of California,San Diego discovered what controls a plant's stomata.The two cells that form the stoma consist of specialized cells adjusted to the resonant(共鸣的)frequency of calcium(钙).When exposed to this frequency the stomata close.However,if the frequency isn't exactly right the cells will open again within an hour.This happens even if the concentration of calcium is high enough that the stomata would normally close.
When specific music or bird songs cause the plant to vibrate(颤动),but not at the exact frequency for calcium resonance,the stomata will open after a misjudgment of time,even though the plant would keep them closed under normal circumstances.
Testing has shown that a leaf fertilizer(肥料)applied to the plant will have more effect on the development and growth of the plant if its stomata are wide open.This is quite logical,because plants absorb the leaf fertilizer through their binations of frequency and leaf fertilizer are available for many different crops.However,if the stomata are forced to remain open,the plant won't be able to control the amount of water lost and so it risks dehydration(脱水).As a result,exposing plants to music for over 3 hours a day could endanger their health.There could also be bad effects on plants if the volume or frequency is too high.
It isn't exactly clear how music influences the development and growth of plants,but more and more is being discovered about resonance physics and we're closer than ever to solid scientific proof and theories in this area.Maybe,in twenty years' time people will laugh if you say plants don't have ears!
29.Why does the author ask the questions in Paragraph 1
A.To express his doubts.
B.To present different ideas.
C.To describe the lifestyle of plants.
D.To introduce points for discussion.
30.What does the underlined word “This” in Paragraph 2 refer to
A.The reopening of the cells.
B.The change in frequency.
C.The frequency of calcium.
D.The closing of the stomata.
31.It call be inferred from the text that .
A.future plants are likely to have ears
B.how music affects plant growth is widely known
C.growers must be careful when exposing plants to music
D.the stomata don't affect the effect of leaf fertilizer on plants
32.Which can be the best title for the text
A.Benefits of Music to Plants
B.Influence of Music on Plants
C.How to Improve Plant Growth
D.How Do Plants Listen Without Ears
D
Basketball Statistician Help Wanted
The Athletic Department is looking for students to help assist staff during the Fall 2020,Winter 2020 21 and Spring 2021 semesters.Students in this position will be keeping live statistics during basketball games.Students must meet all of the following requirements:
·Good computer skills
·Available evenings and weekends
·Knowing basketball rules and statistics
Students interested in working for the Athletic Department should contact the Athletic Coordinator at their respective(各自的) campuses.
·TP/SS Athletic Coordinator,Michael Simone,240 567 1308
·Rockville Athletic Coordinator,Jorge Zuniga,240 567 7589
·Springfield Athletic Coordinator,Gary Miller,240 567 2273
·Germantown Athletic Coordinator,Gauri Chavan,240 567 6915
33.When will the job start
A.In May 2020. B.In May 2021.
C.In September 2020. D.In September 2021.
34.Who is more likely to get the job
A.Sam,English major,member of the college basketball team.
B.Judy,IT staff with night classes,children's basketball team coach.
C.Ted,computer major,basketball fan,free on evenings and weekends.
D.Molly,part time programmer,high school basketball player,new mother.
35.Whom should you contact if you want to apply for the job in Rockville
A.Michael. B.Jorge.
C.Gauri. D.Gary.
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。选项中有两项为多余选项。
No personal success,achievement,or goal,can be realized without self-discipline. 36 It is the ability to control one’s impulses , emotions , desires and behavior.To possess it is to be able to make the decisions,take the actions,and carry out your plan regardless of the obstacles,discomfort,or difficulties,that may come your way.
How to develop self-discipline We’ll explore it together.
● Start with baby steps.No process takes place overnight. 37 So,begin by making the decision to go forward and learning what it takes to get there.
● Learn what motivates you and what your bad triggers are. 38 Sometimes it is very difficult to fight off urges,so know the areas where your resistance is low and how to avoid those situations.Remove the temptations and surround yourself with encouraging items such as motivating slogans and pictures of what you want to achieve.
● Make certain behaviors a routine.Once you have decided what’s important to you and which goals to strive for , establish a daily routine that will help you achieve them. 39 They can put you in a negative frame of mind and hinder(阻碍)your self-discipline.A poor attitude can also be a bad habit.
● 40 Michael Jordan has always maintained that his greatness as a basketball player came as much from his willingness to work hard at his craft,as it did his talent.It was his desire through discipline and focus that made him one of the best basketball players ever.If it worked for him,it could certainly work for the rest of us.
A.What is self-discipline
B.Engage in sports or activities.
C.Get inspiration from those you admire.
D.You can begin by learning about yourself !
E.If you try to do too much at once , you could injure yourself and have a setback.
F.Meanwhile,get rid of some of your bad,self-defeating habits,whatever they may be.
G.It does mean learning how to focus your mind and energies on your goals until they are accomplished.
第二部分 语言知识运用
第一节(共20小题;每小题1.5分,满分30分)阅读下面短文,从短文后所给的ABC和D四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Sometimes people around you can change your life. The change may not be sudden or__41_____, but little habits can produce big __42_____that make you think about what is important in your life. The person who changed my life is Julia Masi. She has___43____ me so many things that I will carry with me__44_____my life.
One thing I've learned from Julia is how to balance___45____. Julia has shown me how to __46_____ahead so that I can finish all my school work, enjoy sports and__47_____ have time for my friends. She has taught me that you can do anything if you are__48_____ and if you never give up. I've also learned that you can find anything fun or _49______if you connect it with something that you enjoy.
Last year I hated studying vocabulary, but I loved playing on my computer. Julia _50_______the two and showed me a website called “” where you can__51______a word game that gives you 5 grains of rice to donate to the poor with every correct word. She __52______me to learn a hundred new __53______by filling up the rice bowl. I liked playing the game so much that I ___54_____about 1,000 words in just one month.
Julia has always ___55______me to try new hobbies. She showed me that going to the theater could help me become a better writer.__56________, she taught me that discussing a play can excite an interest in reading.
___57_____it wasn't for Julia I probably wouldn't have__58______how easy it is to help the poor. There are so many ways that one person can _59_______. I've learned to be more appreciative of what I own. I am ___60_____for the opportunities that I have been given. I will continue to think of ways to help those less fortunate for the rest of my life.
41.A. impressive B. simple C. necessary D. slight
42.A. results B. ideas C. problems D. decisions
43.A. bought B. served C. offered D. taught
44.A. throughout B. of C. for D. into
45.A. work B. money C. time D. career
46.A. plan B. get C. move D. stay
47.A. never B. seldom C. still D. yet
48.A. excited B. careful C. determined D. patient
49.A. interesting B. easy C. possible D. important
50.A. shared B. combined C. remembered D. separated
51.A. watch B. improve C. raise D. play
52.A. reminded B. invited C. permitted D. challenged
53.A. words B. skills C. lessons D. stories
54.A. used B. read C. learned D. spelled
55.A. encouraged B. warned C. forced D. allowed
56.A. Therefore B. Besides C. However D. Otherwise
57.A. If B. Since C. Although D. Unless
58.A. imagined B. noticed C. realized D. dreamed
59.A. make a difference B. turn away C. show off D. make a mistake
60.A. ready B. thankful C. sorry D. anxious.
第二节:根据句子填空或所给词的适当形式填空(每小题1.5分,共10小题,总分15分)
I was one of the people _61___ work on Qinghai Tibet Railway,which was completed by ___62____(overcome) the most difficult engineering challenges to protect the delicate ecosystem.To allow animals to move __63___(safe) and freely,thirty three passages have been built.To prevent damage to wetlands and grasslands,675 bridges,which is about 160 kilometres in ___64____(long),were build and 140,000 square metres of wetland __65____(move) to protect its distinct ecosystem.Tanggula Station,___66____(locate) at over 5,000 metres above sea level,is the highest railway station in the world.To keep us ___67_____(health),several oxygen making stations were constructed.To protect Cuona Lake ___68____construction waste,a twenty kilometre wall was built.Thanks to our___69___ (effort),passengers who have been attracted by the Qinghai Tibet Plateau,have been enjoying these ___70____(magic) landscapes.
第三部分 写作
71.第一节短文改错(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
The other day, I was invited my friend Sam’s home for dinner. I felt a bit surprising when I saw Bill there. It was two month since we two had quarreled, so I was embarrassed and didn’t know how to do. I sat down on the sofa but began to watch TV. Late Sam came to ask me to make up with Bill. Until then I realize that Sam had arranged the meeting on purpose. He went up to Bill and greeted him warmly, smiled at him. He looked very happily and talked with me excitedly. That night , we had a great fun together.
作文
72.设你叫李华,你将作为高三毕业生代表,根据以下要点在毕业晚会上用
英文作简短的告别演讲:
1、对三年高中生活的怀念;
2、对老师的感谢;
3、对母校的祝福。注意:1. 词数100左右;
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佳市八中2021-2022学年高三上学期期中考试
英语答案
阅读(A)21-24CBAD(B)25-28CDAB
(C)29-32DACB(D)33-35CCB七选五36-40AEDFC
完型41-45ABDAC46-50ACCAB
51-55DDACA56-60BACAB
61who62overcoming63safely64length65was moved66lacated67healthy68from69efforts70magical
改错1invited加to2surpring-surprised3month-months
4how -what 5but-and 6late-later7realize-realized
8smiled-smiling9happily-happy10a去掉
My teachers and fellow students,
In a couple of weeks, we’ll say goodbye to our mother school. How time flies! Now It’s really hard for me to put my feelings into words. The past three years has been really a wonderful journey with you guys, full of laughter and tears.
To make the journey safe and fruitful, our great teachers contributed their time, energy, love and the whole heart. Here, we are extremely grateful for all that you, dear teachers, have done for us.
It’ll soon be the time for us to depart, though unwillingly. But it is not the end. It just means that we’re going to begin a new journey.
Finally, on behalf of all the graduates present here, let me extend our sincere wishes for our mother school and respectable teachers. Thank you!