江西省宜丰重点中学创新部2023-2024学年高三上学期期中英语考试试卷（含答案 无听力音频 无听力原文）

2023-2024（上）江西省宜丰中学创新部高三期中考试英语试卷
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）
1. Why didn't the woman sleep well last night
A. There was a dog barking. B. There was some loud music.
C. There were some birds singing.
2. What is the man doing
A. Driving a car. B. Checking a map. C. Pointing the directions.
3. What does the woman mean in the end
A. The man is the only one to take the subway. B. The train is unreliable on rainy days.
C. The man made a poor excuse.
4. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a car shop. B. At a garage. C. At a car park.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about
A. A budget. B. An event. C. The boss.
第二节（共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分）
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. What are the speakers discussing
A. When to get full prepared. B. When to meet the accountant.
C. When to visit a customer.
7. What will the woman do at 2:30 p. m.
A. Attend an appointment. B. Talk with the accountant. C. Meet the man.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. What's the best language study method according to the man
A. Speaking with local people. B. Listening to news. C. Using an app.
9. What does the man value most
A. Touring the country. B. Exploring local cafes.
C. Getting involved in culture.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. Where is Pizza Delight
A. In the city center. B. Near the man's house. C. By the movie theatre.
11. What is the woman’s opinion of the pizza in Pizza Delight
A. It's fancy. B. It's fine. C. It's bad.
12. How soon will the speakers leave
A. In 15 minutes. B. In 30 minutes. C. In 45 minutes.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. What is the key factor in windsurfing
A. High-quality equipment. B. Personal physical condition.
C. Previous sporting experience.
14. What advice does Lily give on safety
A. Use noticeable board and sail. B. Prepare life-saving equipment.
C. Tell someone how you can be identified.
15. What does Lily enjoy most about windsurfing
A. Forgetting everyday worries. B. Learning new techniques. C. Developing her muscles.
16. What might Lily do in the future
A. Give up windsurfing. B. Act as a windsurfing coach.
C. Take part in windsurfing competitions.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. What can the listeners do during the opening
A. Enter a competition. B. Meet a sportsman. C. Get a signed copy.
18. What will all competitors receive
A. Tickets for sports events. B. Sports calendars. C. Signed copies of CDs.
19. How much does the fitness test cost this month
A.15. B.30. C.50.
20. What does the speaker encourage listeners to do in the end
A. To book a place via email. B. To try out equipment at opening mornings.
C. To open an account for more offers.
第一部分 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 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Inspired by his mentor Louis Sullivan, an influential figure in the world of modernist architecture, Frank Lloyd Wright coined the term “organic architecture” around 1908.
Rather than imitating nature or organic elements within the natural world, organic architecture is more concerned with re-interpretation of nature and harmony between the organic and the built environment. It ensures that the individual elements within buildings are put together to reflect the order within nature. Here are four of the most striking examples.
Casa Milà
Location: Barcelona, Spain
Year of completion: 1910
Architect: Antoni Gaudi
Considered the greatest master of Catalan Modernism, Antoni Gaudi was devoted to nature and the Catholic religion. While he originally intended this organic building to have a religious purpose, it is now an apartment building. True to the organic style, it features honey shapes that seemingly emerge from the earth.
Learning Hub at Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Location: Singapore
Year of completion: 2015
Architect: Thomas Heatherwick
Earning the nicknames “dim sum basket building” and “the Hive”, the Learning Hub consists of 12 eight-storey towers arranged around a public atrium (天井). The organic nature of the building extends to its interior with features like gardens that are intended to encourage social interactions and study among students.
Falling Water
Location: Mill Run, Pennsylvania
Year of completion:1939
Architect: Frank Lloyd Wright
A classic of modernism and organic architecture, Falling Water sits on top of a waterfall. Frank Lloyd Wright designed it for the Kaufmann family who—though they had originally hoped for a view of the waterfall—came to love the home.
East Beach Café
Location: Littlehampton, UK
Year of completion: 2007
Architect: Thomas Heatherwick
Located in a seaside area with an industrial history, East Beach Café resembles a piece of driftwood. Forty meters long, seven meters wide and five meters high, it initially polarized locals, but has since been well-received by the whole community. It was the first building for Thomas Heatherwick who previously was better known as a sculptor.
21. Which building was designed to serve a religious purpose
A. Casa Milà. B. Learning Hub at NTU.
C. Falling Water. D. East Beach Cafe.
22. What do we know about the four buildings in the text
A. They are architectural classics of modernism.
B. They feature imitations of animals or elements in nature.
C. East Beach Café was not welcomed by all the locals initially.
D. The designer of Learning Hub at NTU invented the concept “organic architecture”.
23. Which of the following magazines is the text probably taken from
A. National Geographic B. Architectural Digest
C. Organic Gardening D. BBC History
B
“Dana, how are you feeling today ” I ask, my eyes clocking her dirty uniform, and the dark circles under her eyes.
“OK,” Dana mumbles (嘟囔).
“Have you eaten today ”
She nods. Another lie.
“Can I get you anything ” But what could I possibly get her A bedroom of her own A family with love
“No, thanks.”
Her repeated absence from school recently has worn out teachers’ patience. But I don’t want to send her back to class. What use is it knowing all the square numbers and all the grammatical rules when she has to work out how to wash, cook and decide between feeding herself or her younger sister
“A biscuit ” I offer. It works and Dana takes the biscuit I hand her.
I remember the first time I met Dana, the day after she locked herself in the house when her mum abandoned the family. I remember thinking how young she was to have built such a high wall around herself and how on earth I could possibly break through. As a social worker, it is my job to knock down such walls no matter how.
I know it would take more than a biscuit to ease out one of her bricks. But I will try.
“How are you feeling ” I push slightly, hoping the biscuit might have softened her.
“OK,” she shrugs. I’m about to change topics when her eyes rest on my arm.
“How does that feel, Mia ” Dana stares at me. The sleeve of my blouse has rolled up, evidence of how deep I had put it into the biscuit can. A deep scar along my arm is obvious against my fair skin.
I roll my sleeve back down, “It’s from a fire. It hurt. But everything will be OK when you think it’s OK.”
Dana pauses and picks up another biscuit. In that instant, I know something has changed in the room and we might actually be OK.
24. Why is Dana often absent from school
A. Because she locks herself up. B. Because school lessons are useless.
C. Because she is struggling with life. D. Because she is disliked by her teachers.
25. What do we know about Mia
A. She tries to reach out to Dana. B. She is sensitive about her scar.
C. She is a demanding social worker. D. She works to improve parent-child relationship.
26. What does the ending of the text imply
A. Mia gains a better understanding of Dana.
B. The atmosphere is happy and harmonious.
C. Troubled teens require more care and support.
D. A close bond is forming between Mia and Dana.
27. What is a suitable title for the text
A. OK B. Biscuits C. A white lie D. A deep scar
C
In our information-driven society, shaping our worldview through the media is similar to forming an opinion about someone solely based on a picture of their foot. While the media might not deliberately deceive us, it often fails to provide a comprehensive view of reality.
Consequently, the question arises: Where, then, shall we get our information from if not from the media Who can we trust How about experts- people who devote their working lives to understanding their chosen slice of the world However, even experts can fall prey to the allure of oversimplification, leading to the “single perspective instinct” that hampers (阻碍) our ability to grasp the intricacies (错综复杂) of the world.
Simple ideas can be appealing because they offer a sense of understanding and certainty. And it is easy to take off down a slippery slope, from one attention-grabbing simple idea to a feeling that this idea beautifully explains, or is the beautiful solution for, lots of other things. The world becomes simple that way.
Yet, when we embrace a singular cause or solution for all problems, we risk oversimplifying complex issues. For instance, championing the concept of equality may lead us to view all problems through the lens of inequality and see resource distribution as the sole panacea(灵丹妙药). However, such rigidity prevents us from seeing the multidimensional nature of challenges and hinders true comprehension of reality. This “single perspective instinct” ultimately clouds our judgment and restricts our capacity to tackle complex issues effectively. Being always in favor of or always against any particular idea makes you blind to information that doesn’t fit your perspective. This is usually a bad approach if you would like to understand reality.
Instead, constantly test your favorite ideas for weaknesses. Be humble about the extent of your expertise. Be curious about new information that doesn’t fit, and information from other fields. And rather than talking only to people who agree with you, or collecting examples that fit your ideas, consult people who contradict you, disagree with you, and put forward different ideas as a great resource for understanding the world. If this means you don’t have time to form so many opinions, so what
Wouldn’t you rather have few opinions that are right than many that are wrong
28. What does the underlined word “allure” in Para.2 probably mean
A. Temptation. B. Tradition. C. Convenience. D. Consequence.
29. Why are simple ideas appealing according to the passage
A. They meet people’s demand for high efficiency.
B. They generate a sense of complete understanding.
C. They are raised and supported by multiple experts.
D. They reflect the opinions of like-minded individuals.
30. What will the author probably agree with
A. Simplifying matters releases energy for human brains.
B. Constant tests on our ideas help make up for our weakness.
C. A well-founded opinion counts more than many shallow ones.
D. People who disagree with us often have comprehensive views.
31. Which of the following can be the best title of the passage
A. Embracing Disagreement: Refusing Overcomplexity
B. Simplifying Information: Enhancing Comprehension
C. Understanding Differences: Establishing Relationships
D. Navigating Complexity: Challenging Oversimplification
D
Whom should you marry Where should you live How should you spend your time For centuries, people have relied on their gut instincts (直觉) to figure out the answers to these life-changing questions. Now, though, there is a better way. We are living through a data explosion, as vast amounts of information about all aspects of human behavior have become more and more accessible. We can use this big data to help determine the best course to chart.
There has long been overwhelming—and often surprising—evidence that algorithms (算法) can be much better than people at making difficult decisions. Researchers have collected data on various kinds of choices people make, the information they base those choices on, and how things turn out. They have found, for example, that a simple data-driven algorithm would have been better than judges at deciding whether a defendant should stay in prison or be released; better than doctors at deciding whether a patient should undergo surgery; and better than school principals at deciding which teachers should be promoted.
The power of data analysis has been proved in the sports and business worlds, too. As made famous by the book and movie Moneyball, baseball teams found that algorithms were better than scouts (星探) at picking players, and better than managers at picking strategies. In finance, the hedge fund Renaissance Technologies remarkably defeated competitors by seeking out patterns in stock market data and using them to inform its investment strategy. Tech firms in Silicon Valley have found that data from experiments provides better insights into how to design their websites than designers could.
These are the early days of the data revolution in decision-making. I am not claiming that we can completely count on algorithms to make our lifestyle choices, though we might get to that point in the future. I am claiming instead that we can all improve our decision-making a lot by consulting evidence mined from thousands or millions of people who faced dilemmas similar to ours. And we can do that now.
32. What’s the main idea of the passage
A. Big data is a double-edged sword.
B. Data revolution will change people’s life.
C. Big data is helpful in making important decisions.
D. Algorithms behaves better than people in many fields.
33. According to paragraph 2, algorithms might NOT defeat people in_________.
A. court rulings B. job promotions
C. operative estimation D. teaching practices
34. What is the writing purpose of paragraph 3
A. To provide further evidence. B. To show potential applications.
C. To encourage the use of big data. D. To explain how to use algorithms.
35. Which of the following will the author most probably agree with
A. Algorithms offer perfect advice now.
B. Big data will certainly cause a revolution.
C. Big data can make up for our lack of experience.
D. Algorithms are bound to be fully trusted in the future.
第二节 (共 5 小题;每小题 2.5 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。
Body image is a person’s opinions and feelings about his or her own body and physical appearance. 36 You appreciate your body for its capabilities and accept its imperfections. So, what can you do to develop a positive body image Here are some ideas.
Recognize your strengths. Different body types are good for different things. What does your body do well Maybe your speed, strength, or coordination makes you better than others at a certain sport. That may be basketball, table tennis, mountain biking, dancing, or even running. Or perhaps you have non sports skills, like drawing, painting, singing, playing a musical instrument, writing or acting. 37
Exercise regularly. Exercise can help you look good and feel good about yourself. Good physiques(体型) don’t just happen. 38 A healthy habit can be as simple as exercising 20 minutes to one hour three days a week. Working out can also lift your spirits.
39 Practicing good habits—regular showering; taking care of your teeth, hair, and skin;
wearing clean clothes, and so on—can help you build a positive body image.
Be yourself. Your body is just one part of who you are. 40 So try not to let small imperfections take over.
A. Respect your body.
B. Use this as an opportunity to discover what you’re good at.
C. Your talent for comedy, a quick wit, and all the other things make you unique.
D. They take hard work, regular workouts, and a healthy diet.
E. Having a positive body image means feeling satisfied with the way you look.
F. Just explore talents that you feel good about.
G. The good news is that self-image and body image can be changed.
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）
阅读短文, 从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Shawn Cheshire rode across the country on her bicycle, depending on Jesse Crandall, a chemistry professor, to guide her every step of the way. Cheshire lost her 41 after an accident nine years ago and turned to 42 because she believed sports and physical challenges gave her “another opportunity at 43 ”. Through a friendship with Crandall, she has 44 bicycling to her activities, traveling across the country, meeting and inspiring people all along the way.
To Crandall, teaching and guiding are about helping others through 45 . “For many students, chemistry is something they have no experience with,” Crandall said. “So, when I’m teaching, it helps to think about my experiences 46 my blind friend Cheshire. Then I try talking about the lesson in a language that, 47 , everybody can understand.”
Crandall and Cheshire have been skiing, climbing and bicycling together for the past decade. In 2018, the 48 faced the steep terrain(地形) of the Grand Canyon, completing a 49 hiking in just over twenty-four hours. As they walked forty-two miles through the night, Cheshire 50 warnings of dangers from Crandall, as well as the noise of the bell he wore, which 51 as they advanced. In 2021, Cheshire 52 another world record by being the first disabled to ride her own bicycle from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean.
While their next adventure remains uncertain, Crandall knows that there are no 53 with Cheshire. They have discussed skiing across Antarctica as a potential future endeavor. Their 54 and shared determination will continue to motivate others to overcome setbacks and 55 boundaries.
41. A. hearing B. sight C. balance D. mind
42. A. religion B. nature C. athletics D. art
43. A. living B. struggling C. learning D. testing
44. A. introduced B. adapted C. added D. applied
45. A. disasters B. difficulties C. accidents D. injuries
46. A. interviewing B. evaluating C. following D. coaching
47. A. theoretically B. unexpectedly C. occasionally D. hopefully
48. A. pair B. family C. community D. army
49. A. refreshing B. relaxing C. challenging D. frustrating
50. A. cared about B. listened for C. picked up D. replied to
51. A. broke B. fell C. shone D. sounded
52. A. set B. monitored C. kept D. issued
53. A. secrets B. promises C. limits D. choices
54. A. bond B. encouragement C. techniques D. preferences
55. A. establish B. push C. respect D. maintain
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 year 1970 witnessed the establishment of the World Earth Day. Over 50 years later, 56 started as a grassroots movement has exploded into an international day of attention and campaigns 57 (commit) to preserving the environment. According to the Earth Day Network, one of the largest activist organizations holding Earth Day events, many a 58 (participate) across the globe celebrates Earth Day in a different way.
Rachel Carson's book Silent Spring published in 1962 was among a series of critical environmental issues 59 (help) give birth to the environmental movement. The book brought 60 to light that the use of a pesticide called DDT was polluting rivers and destroying the eggs of birds like bald eagles. The number of the latter declined 61 (dramatic). Then, in 1969, a large oil leak near the Santa Barbara County coast 62 (drive) the then Senator Gaylord Nelson to put Earth Day on the national stage.
In the past years since the first Earth Day, there 63 (be) a large number of major environment wins. Protection has been put in place on everything 64 clean water to endangered species.
The theme of Earth Day 2023 is "Earth for All", the concept of 65 emphasizes human beings must respect nature, follow its ways and protect it.
第四部分写作（共两节,满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假如你是某英文网站负责人李华,你们网站近期将举办以海洋保护为主题的海报设计大赛, 在华交换生 Freddie 对此很感兴趣并写信咨询比赛的相关信息, 请你给他回信, 内容包括:
1.大赛目的; 2.作品要求; 3.参赛方式.
注意:1.写作词数应为80个左右;2.可适当补充细节,使行文流畅。
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。
I knew I would have a beyond-busy summer. I would be a junior teacher for the Little Dragons Karate（空手道）Camp. And I had to do summer swim team. And Ollie and I already had two customers for our dog-walking business.
“You might be biting off more than you can chew,” my mom said with a warning glimpse when I talked to her about it and announced, "I want to do everything!"
“Don’t worry.” I grinned. “I have strong teeth!”
My mom smiled back. “In this case, its your organizational skills, not your teeth, that need to be strong.”I didn't take it to my heart.
And the first week really was no problem. My friend Ollie was out of town and karate camp hadn’t started, so my swim stuff was all I needed to worry about. The next week was great too. I swam, and a Little Dragon at karate camp told me I was his favorite teacher ever!
I did learn, though, that staying organized with two activities was harder. My backpack was already stuffed with a towel and swim things, so I needed another for my karate clothing. Riding my bike from karate camp to the pool with two backpacks was a challenge. But I still had it under control until Ollie got back.
“We’re late getting our business together!” he said. “We’ll have to spend every spare minute preparing.”
“But I don't have any spare minutes!” I said.
“Did you forget we agreed to walk Alfie every Saturday And Muffin on Tuesdays at 4:00 ” Ollie asked. I couldn’t let Ollie down, so I took out a third backpack and filled it with dog toys, treats, and plastic bags. I thought I was all set.
But I was wrong! It didn't take long for my dog-walking stuff and karate stuff and swim stuff to get all mixed up, forgotten, or lost. One day, I forgot my karate backpack and had to borrow Emma's extra outfit, which was too tight. The next day, I remembered my karate stuff but forgot my swimsuit, so I had to help out in the snack shop and stay out of the pool all afternoon. And another time, when I reached into my dog-walking pack for plastic bags, all I could find were swim goggles(护目镜)and sunscreen.
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.
Paragraph I: Worse still, I had to keep track of all the special times.
Paragraph 2: Luckily, I, with my parents, came up with a solution to get organized.
创新部高三期中考试英语答案
1-5 AACBA 6-10 BCACC 11-15 BABCA 16-20 CBBAC
21-23 ACB 24-27 CADA 28-31 A BCD 32-35 BDAC 36 -40 EFDAC
41-45 BCACB 46-50 DDACB 51-55 DACAB
56. what mitted 58. participant 59. helping 60. it 61. dramatically
62.drove 63. have been 64. from 65. which
应用文Possible version:
Dear Freddie,
Exceedingly delighted to know that you intend to participate in the poster design contest themed on ocean protection, I’m writing to inform you of some detailed information.
In a bid to arouse the awareness of marine conservation, the Student Union organizes this contest, where all the students are welcome to submit their entries. Originality, by all means, is the first requirement. Plus, the poster you design should be inspiring and thought-provoking, clearly illustrating the significance of the ocean and the urgency to protect it. Moreover, a powerful slogan is also preferred, which will make your work more persuasive and impressive.
If you are interested, submit your entry before November 10th to English club@. Looking forward to your participation.
Yours,
Li Hua
读后续写Version 1:
Worse still, I had to keep track of all the special times. I had to arrive early for the karate test on Monday. I had to stay later to help with swimming pool cleanup on Friday. I had to pick up Alfie 15 minutes early on Saturday. I had to walk Muffin on Tuesday afternoons. I ran around like a chicken with its head off, on the verge of breaking down. It was then that I recalled my mother’s warning. Although embarrassed beyond words, I worked up the nerve and walked to my parents, making a clean breast of my trouble and calling for backup.
Luckily, I, with my parents, came up with a solution to get organized. We started with a calendar, on which I marked all my tasks with a red marker. Then we found three bags respectively used for my dog-walking stuff, karate stuff and swim stuff. We also put a whiteboard in the kitchen to make sure that I took the right bag on the appropriate day. From then on, my beyond-busy summer was smooth sailing, during which I learned a valuable lesson: If you tried to use the dog’s rope as your karate belt, it’s time to improve your organizational skill.
读后续写Version 2:
Paragraph l: Worse still, I had to keep track of all the special times. Karate camp had extra random training
every week for a“Dragon Cup”contest, swim team had varying schedules for different practices, and apparently the dog we were walking also needed different timetables to refresh themselves, according to our clients. It felt like a never-ending juggling act, and I was dropping more and more balls. One day, when I was walking the dog, my swimming coach called to ask why I didn’t show up and before I hung up the phone, the Karate camp beeped in to ask the same question. When I put down the phone, I totally cracked. So, I turned to my parents to ask for advice.
Paragraph 2: Luckily, I, with my parents, came up with a solution to get organized. First, we created a calendar that included all my tasks, which allowed me to see the time conflicts and make adjustments in advance. Then, with my mom’s help, I designated specific backpacks for each activity, and she sewed labels in different colors onto each backpack. To avoid mix-ups, every evening I would check the calendar and pack the backpack accordingly. Besides, Ollie and I had clearer divisions of tasks: Ollie took Alfie and I took Muffin. With these changes in place, my chaotic summer gradually transformed into a well-organized one. I realized that “strong teeth” was not enough to make the summer, but my newfound organizational skills could help me make an efficiently happy one.