静安区 2023学年度第一学期期末教学质量调研
高三英语试卷
（满分 140分， 完卷时间 120分钟）
2023年 12月
考生注意：
1. 完卷时间 120 分钟，试卷满分 140 分。
2. 本调研设试卷和答题纸两部分，全卷共 10 页。所有答题必须涂（选择题） 或写（非选择题）在
答题纸上，做在试卷上一律不得分。
3. 答题前，务必在答题纸上填写准考证号和姓名。
第 I卷（共 100分）
I. Listening Comprehension
Section A
Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each
conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken
only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper,
and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.
1. A. In a gallery. B. At the barber’s.
C. In a restaurant. D. At the tailor’s.
2. A. Fellow workers. B. Family members.
C. Doctor and patient. D. Driver and passenger.
3. A. Choosing psychology. B. Choosing economics.
C. Neither is a good choice. D. Choosing a major of interest.
4. A. She did not feel sorry for being late for the appointment.
B. She did not inform the man of her delay in advance.
C. She wasn’t really caught in the traffic jam.
D. She wasn’t always late for the appointment.
5. A. It was lost and won’t be found.
B. It was transferred to a different city.
C. It was delivered to her hotel already.
D. It was stolen during her trip.
6. A. He has realized he still leaves much to be desired.
B. He is angry with not getting the lead role in the play.
C. He is confident about getting the lead role next time.
D. He feels reluctant to take the new responsibilities.
7. A. They told a lot of stories during the meeting.
B. There is no need for them to argue so fiercely in public.
C. Both perspectives should be considered before judging.
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D. They should have resolved their issues in private.
8. A. She has already been to the café.
B. She is not interested in going to the café.
C. She knows about the café but hasn’t visited it.
D. She wants to go to the café right away.
9. A. She expects the man to help Brian move to a new house.
B. She expects the man to take mum to Brain’s new house.
C. She expects the man to celebrate mum’s birthday together.
D. She expects the man to make a phone call to Mum.
10. A. The fantastic and high-quality camera.
B. The need for better internet connectivity.
C. Their favorite photography techniques.
D. The pros and cons of a new smartphone.
Section B
Directions: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation. After each passage or
conversation , you will be asked several questions. The passages and the conversation will be read twice, but the
questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and
decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
11. A. Its regular driving practices and poor vehicles.
B. Its lack of green spaces and air cleaners.
C. Its excessive water pollution and rubbish.
D. Its high air pollution and crowded roads.
12. A.Establishing a high interest loan scheme.
B. Removing outdated black and white taxis.
C. Encouraging customers to create new ideas.
D. Making advertisements on old vehicles.
13. A. Because customers are more friendly and richer.
B. Because all new cabs provide air-conditioning.
C. Because all new cabs are equipped with meters.
D. Because car manufacturers can earn extra money.
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
14. A. Canceling all the gifts.
B. Applying a ‘one-gift’ rule.
C. Giving children less time to play.
D. Encouraging buying second-hand gifts.
15. A. Buying a rare and expensive souvenir.
B. Buying a hand-made craft product.
C. Giving something that won’t cost money.
D. Giving an experience of something new.
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16. A. The waste caused by Christmas gifts.
B. The importance of buying gifts for children.
C. The creative ideas of giving gifts to avoid waste.
D. The negative effects of receiving too many gifts.
Questions 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.
17. A. By trading physical items.
B. By exchanging artistic creativity.
C. By hosting art exhibitions.
D. By making artistic advertisements.
18. A. Painting and writing.
B. Graphic design and photography.
C. Music and album cover design.
D. Video editing and project management.
19. A. Members can benefit without efforts.
B. Members can make money by providing artistic services.
C. Members can get copyrights of other artistic offerings.
D. Members can have access to the creative exchange list.
20. A. Competitive individualism.
B. Artistic cooperation and inspiration.
C. Individual fame in the art field.
D. Material collaboration and exchange.
II. Grammar and Vocabulary
Section A
Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically
correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other
blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.
Japan’s robot revolution in senior care
Japan’s artificial intelligence expertise is transforming the elder care industry, with __21__ (specialize)
robotic care accomplishing more than just taking pressure off the critical shortage of caregivers. Senior care
facilities across Japan are testing out such new robots __22__ deliver a collection of social and physical health
care and the government-backed initiative has been met with positive reviews by elderly residents.
The rapidly graying population __23__ (eye) by the government as a potential market for medical technology
now. Disappointing government predictions show that by 2025, Japan’s first baby boomers will have turned 75
and about 7 million people are likely to suffer from some form of dementia （痴呆）. The nation won’t be able to
avoid a dementia crisis __24__ an additional 380,000 senior care workers.
The long-standing shortage of professional care workers has encouraged the Japanese government __25__
(simplify) procedures for foreign caregivers to be trained and certified. The current Technical Intern Training
Program between Vietnam, the Philippines, and Indonesia, under __26__ Economic Partnership Agreement, was
extended to include nursing care as well as agriculture, fishery, and construction sectors.
__27__ the government made efforts to increase the numbers of senior care workers, the target number of
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foreign graduates has still fallen flat, with the national caregiver examination proving a major obstacle to pass.
The success rate for foreign students was a merely 106 students last year, __28__ has slightly improved to 216
students this year. Another depressing reality is that 19 to 38 percent of foreign nurses who pass the exam opt to
leave the industry and return home, __29__ (cite) tough work conditions and long hours. Given the challenges,
this is __30__ the government believes care robots will be able to step in.
Section B
Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once.
Note that there is one word more than you need.
A. smoothing B. remain C. switched D. likelihood E. impact F. tip
G. broadly H. headed I. booming J. positioning K. reliably
Sea-level rise predictions
A team of University of Idaho scientists is studying a fast-moving glacier in Alaska in hopes of developing
better predictions on how quickly global sea levels will rise.
Tim Bartholomaus, a professor in the Department of Geography and Geological Sciences, spent several
weeks on Turner Glacier in Alaska’s southeastern __31__ near Disenchantment Bay. The glacier is unique because,
unlike other glaciers, it rises greatly every five to eight years.
A surging glacier is defined , __32__ , as one that starts flowing at least 10 times faster than normal. But the
how and why of that glacial movement is poorly understood, although recent research suggests that global climate
change increases the __33__ of glacial surging.
During Turner’s surges, the mass of ice and rock will increase its speed from roughly 3 feet a day to 65 feet
per day.
All of that is important because glaciers falling into the ocean are a major contributor to sea-level rise, and
current climate change models don’t __34__ account for these movements. For example, Greenland’s glaciers are
one of the leading contributors to global sea-level rise. Since the early 2000s, Greenland __35__ from not having
any effect on world sea levels, to increasing sea level by about 1 millimeter per year. Half of that yearly increase is
due to warmer average temperatures, which leads to more ice melting. The other half, however, is because glaciers
in Greenland are, as a whole, moving faster and running into the ocean more frequently.
Glacial movement has something to do with water running underneath the glacier. Glaciers are full of holes,
and water runs through those holes. When the water pressure is high underneath a glacier, it starts to move,
partly because it’s lifting the mass of ice and rock off the ground and partly because it’s __36__ the underside of
the glacier.
But how exactly does that water move through the glacier, and how does the movement __37__ the glacier’s
speed Those are the questions the scientists hope to answer.
Bartholomaus, some graduate students and researchers from Boise State University, __38__ onto the ice in
August. They set up a base camp at the toe of the glacier and spent their days flying in on helicopters. They placed
roughly 30 instruments, burying them deeply into the glacier and __39__ them on rock outcroppings（露岩）
alongside the glacier. This summer the team will return to get the instruments and replace batteries. Those
instruments will __40__ on and around the glacier until the glacier surge stops, providing researchers with before
and after data.
III. Reading Comprehension
Section A
Directions: For each blank in the following passages there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill
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in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.
Investors probably expect that following the suggestions of stock analysts would make them better off than
doing the exact opposite. __41__, recent research by Nicola Gennaioli and his colleagues shows that the best way
to gain excess returns would be to invest in the shares least favored by analysts. They compute that, during the last
35 years, investing in the 10 percent of U.S. stocks analysts were most __42__ about would have yielded on
average 3 percent a year. __43__, investing in the 10 percent of stocks analysts were most pessimistic about would
have yielded a surprising 15 percent a year.
Gennaioli and colleagues shed light on this __44__ with the help of cognitive sciences and, in particular,
using Kahneman and Tversky’s concept of representativeness. Decision makers, according to this view, __45__
the representative features of a group or a phenomenon. These are defined as the features that occur more
frequently in that group than in a baseline reference group.
After observing strong earnings growth — the explanation goes — analysts think that the firm may be the
next Google. “Googles” are in fact more frequent among firms experiencing strong growth, which makes them
__46__. The problem is that “Googles” are very __47__ in absolute terms. As a result, expectations become too
optimistic, and future performance __48__. A model of stock prices in which investor beliefs follow this logic can
account both qualitatively and quantitatively for the beliefs of analysts and the dynamics（动态变化）of stock
returns.
In related work, the authors also show that the same model can __49__ booms and busts in the volume of
credit and interest rate spreads.
These works are part of a research project aimed at taking insights from cognitive sciences and at __50__
them into economic models. Kahneman and Tversky’s concept of “representativeness” lies at the heart of this
effort. “In a classical example, we __51__ to think of Irishmen as redheads because red hair is much more
frequent among Irishmen than among the rest of the world,” Prof. Gennaioli says. “However, only 10 percent of
Irishmen are redheads. In our work, we develop models of belief formation that show this logic and study the
__52__ of this important psychological force in different fields.”
Representativeness helps describe __53__ and behavior in different fields, not only in financial markets. One
such field is the formation of stereotypes about social groups. In a recent experimental paper, Gennaioli and
colleagues show that representativeness can explain self-confidence, and in particular the __54__ of women to
compete in traditionally male subjects, such as mathematics. A slight prevalence of __55__ male math ability in
the data is enough to make math ability un-representative for women, driving their under confidence in this
particular subject.
41. A. Consequently B. Furthermore C. Nevertheless D. Meanwhile
42. A. curious B. controversial C. concerned D. optimistic
43. A. In brief B. By contrast C. In addition D. Without doubt
44. A. engagement B. concentration C. puzzle D. definition
45. A. memorize B. prioritize C. modernize D. fertilize
46. A. representative B. argumentative C. executive D. sensitive
47. A. harsh B. adaptable C. crucial D. rare
48. A. cheers B. disappoints C. stabilizes D. improves
49. A. account for B. count on C. suffer from D. hold up
50. A. pouring B. admitting C. integrating D. tempting
51. A. pretend B. afford C. offer D. tend
52. A. effects B. delights C. intervals D. codes
53. A. companions B. scales C. expectations D. findings
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54. A. necessity B. involvement C. perseverance D. reluctance
55. A. equivalent B. exceptional C. mysterious D. distressing
Section B
Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished
statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according
to the information given in the passage you have read.
(A)
Montessori was born in Italy in 1870 with progressive parents, who frequently communicated with the
country’s leading thinkers and scholars. This enlightened family environment provided Montessori with many
advantages over other young girls of the time.
Her mother’s support was vital for some important decisions, such as her enrolment in a technical school
after her elementary education. Her parents’ support also proved to be essential for her decision to study medicine,
a field that was dominated by men.
Soon after graduating, in 1896, Montessori began work as a voluntary assistant in a clinic at the University of
Rome, where she cared for children with learning difficulties. The rooms were bare, with just a few pieces of
furniture. One day, she found that the children were enthusiastically playing with breadcrumbs （面包屑） that
had dropped on the floor. It then occurred to her that the origin of some intellectual disabilities could be related
with poverty. With the right learning materials, these and other young minds could be nurtured, Montessori
concluded.
The observation would lead Montessori to develop a new method of education that focused on providing
optimal stimulation during the sensitive periods of childhood.
At its centre was the principle that all the learning materials should be child-sized and designed to appeal to
all the senses. In addition, each child should also be allowed to move and act freely, and use their creativity and
problem-solving skills. Teachers took the role of guides, supporting the children without press or control.
Montessori opened her first Children’s House in 1907. When the Fascists（法西斯主义者）first came into
power in Italy in 1922, they initially embraced her movement. But they soon came to oppose the emphasis on the
children’s freedom of expression. Montessori’s values had always been about human respect, and the rights of
children and women, but the Fascists wanted to use her work and her fame.
Things reached a breaking point when the Fascist tried to influence the schools’ educational content, and in
1934 Montessori and her son decided to leave Italy. She didn’t return to her homeland until 1947, and she
continued to write about and develop her method until her death in 1952, at the age of 81.
56. The primary reason for Montessori to develop a new educational method was __________.
A. her family’s supportive influence on her education
B. her experience as a voluntary assistant in a clinic
C. her observation of children playing with breadcrumbs happily
D. her decision to study medicine, a field dominated by men
57. What was a central principle of Montessori’s educational method as described in the passage
A. Providing standardized, one-size-fits-all learning materials.
B. Encouraging strict discipline and control over children’s actions.
C. Focusing on rote memorization and competition.
D. Creating a free and children-centered learning environment.
58. Montessori decided to leave Italy in 1934 because __________.
A. she wanted to explore other countries and cultures
B. she wanted to avoid the Fascist’s influence on her work
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C. she was offered a better job in a different country
D. she wanted to retire and enjoy a peaceful life in another country
59. Which of the following words can best describe Montessori in this passage
A. Observant and innovative. B. Traditional and emotional.
C. Progressive and dependent. D. Open-minded and indifferent.
(B)
Reducing the workweek to four days could have a climate benefit. In addition to improving the well-being of
workers, cutting working hours may reduce carbon emissions. But those benefits would depend on a number of
factors, experts emphasize, including how people choose to spend nonworking time.
Commuting and travel
Transportation is the biggest contributor to greenhouse emissions. A November 2021 survey of 2,000
employees and 500 business leaders in the United Kingdom found that if all organizations introduced a four-day
week, the reduced trips to work would decrease travel overall by more than 691 million miles a week.
But the climate benefits of less commuting could be eliminated, experts said, if people choose to spend their
extra time off traveling, particularly if they do so by car or plane.
Energy usage
Shorter working hours could lead to reductions in energy usage, experts said. According to a 2006 paper, if
the United States adopted European work standards, the country would consume about 20 percent less energy.
Energy could also be conserved if fewer resources are needed to heat and cool large office buildings,
reducing demands on electricity. For example, if an entire workplace shuts down on the fifth day, that would help
lower consumption — less so if the office stays open to accommodate employees taking different days off.
Lifestyle changes
It’s possible that fewer working hours may lead some people to have a larger carbon footprint, but experts
say research suggests that most people are likely to shift toward more sustainable lifestyles.
One theory is that people who work more and have less free time tend to do things in more carbon-intensive
ways, such as choosing faster modes of transportation or buying prepared foods. Convenience is often
carbon-intensive and people tend to choose convenience when they’re time-stressed. Meanwhile, some research
suggests that those who work less are more likely to engage in traditionally low-carbon activities, such as
spending time with family or sleeping.
“When we talk about the four-day workweek and the environment, we focus on the tangible, but actually, in a
way, the biggest potential benefit here is in the intangible,” experts said.
60. What is identified as the leading cause of greenhouse emissions according to the passage
A. The well-being of employees.
B. The conservation of energy.
C. Commuting and travel.
D. The European work standard.
61. What can be inferred from the underlined sentence “the biggest potential benefit here is in the intangible” in
the last paragraph
A. People will have big potential in achieving intangible benefits while working.
B. People are more likely to engage in carbon-intensive activities due to time constraints.
C. People may shift toward more sustainable lifestyles and lower carbon footprints.
D. People may travel more frequently by car or plane during their extra time off.
62. The passage is mainly written to ______.
A. highlight the importance of shortening working time in the context of well-being
B. provide an overview of transportation emissions worldwide
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C. analyze the impact of reduced working hours on mode of business
D. illustrate factors affecting the climate benefits of a shorter workweek
(C)
The cultivation of plants by ants is more widespread than previously realized, and has evolved on at least 15
separate occasions.
There are more than 200 species of ant in the Americas that farm fungi（真菌）for food, but this trait evolved
just once sometime between 45 million and 65 million years ago. Biologists regard the cultivation of fungi by ants
as true agriculture appearing earlier than human agriculture because it meets four criteria: the ants plant the fungus,
care for it, harvest it and depend on it for food.
By contrast, while thousands of ant species are known to have a wide variety of interdependent relationships
with plants, none were regarded as true agriculture. But in 2016, Guillaume Chomicki and Susanne Renner at the
University of Munich, Germany, discovered that an ant in Fungi cultivates several plants in a way that meets the
four criteria for true agriculture.
The ants collect the seeds of the plants and place them in cracks in the bark of trees. As the plants grow, they
form hollow structures called domatia that the ants nest in. The ants defecate（排便）at designated absorptive
places in these domatia, providing nutrients for the plant. In return, as well as shelter, the plant provides food in
the form of fruit juice.
This discovery prompted Chomicki and others to review the literature on ant-plant relationships to see if
there are other examples of plant cultivation that have been overlooked. “They have never really been looked at in
the framework of agriculture,” says Chomicki, who is now at the University of Sheffield in the UK. “It’s definitely
widespread.”
The team identified 37 examples of tree-living ants that cultivate plants that grow on trees, known as
epiphytes（附生植物）. By looking at the family trees of the ant species, the team was able to determine on how
many occasions plant cultivation evolved and roughly when. Fifteen is a conservative estimate, says Campbell.
All the systems evolved relatively recently, around 1 million to 3 million years ago, she says.
Whether the 37 examples of plant cultivation identified by the team count as true agriculture depends on the
definitions used. Not all of the species get food from the plants, but they do rely on them for shelter, which is
crucial for ants living in trees, says Campbell. So the team thinks the definition of true agriculture should include
shelter as well as food.
63. According to biologists, why is ant-fungus cultivation considered as a form of true agriculture
A. Because it occurred earlier than human agriculture.
B. Because it fulfills the standards typical of agricultural practices.
C. Because it redefines the four criteria for true human agriculture.
D. Because it is less common than previously thought.
64. What motivated Chomicki and others to review the literature on ant-plant relationships
A. They determined on new family trees of the ant species.
B. They overlooked some tree-living ants that provided nutrients for the plants.
C. They never studied the ant-plant relationships within the context of agriculture.
D. They never identified any ant species that engaged in cultivation of fungi.
65. Which of the following statements is supported by the team’s findings according to the passage
A. Ants’ cultivation of plants is limited to a few specific species.
B. The cultivation of fungi by ants is considered the earliest form of agriculture.
C. True agriculture in ants involves only food-related interactions with plants.
D. Ants have independently cultivated plants on at least 15 distinct occasions.
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66. What is the passage mainly about
A. The evolution of ants in the plant kingdom.
B. The widespread occurrence of ant-plant cultivation.
C. The discovery of a new ant species engaging in agriculture.
D. The contrast between ant agriculture and human agriculture.
Section C
Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence
can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.
A. In the end, it turned out to be a case of mistaken identity.
B. Doppelg ngers will also have some of the same DNA as you.
C. To enter your workplace, you likely need to be recognizable.
D. Why are people interested in finding their possible doppelgangers
E. Eventually, discovering a person’s doppelg nger might widen trust boundaries.
F. A doppelg nger was said to be a spirit-double that copied every human and beast on earth.
What is the likelihood of you having someone who looks just like you Would it be a good thing And if you
did have one, would you want to meet them
Consider how often your facial features are used to identify you. Your passport, ID card and driving licence
all feature your face. __67__ You may need your face to unlock your smartphone and possibly even need it to
exclude you from being present at a crime scene.
The word ‘doppelg nger’ refers to a person who looks the same as you, essentially sharing your features;
those that you thought were unique to you and your identity. Not identical twins, as a doppelg nger has no relation
to you. The idea originated in German folklore. __68__
So, let’s get real. What are the chances of you having one in the first place There’s said to be a one in 135
chance of an exact match for you existing anywhere in the world, so the chances are pretty low, despite folk
wisdom promising you otherwise. And the chances of meeting The mathematical certainty of finding this
particular person is supposedly less than one in a trillion.
That said, these statistics may be a good thing. Historically, having a double wasn’t always a positive. Back
in 1999, an innocent American man, indistinguishable from the real criminal, was sent to prison for robbery,
where he stayed for 19 years. __69__ In a different case, a woman in New York was accused of trying to poison
her doppelg nger with deadly cheesecake so that she could steal her identity!
__70__ The fascination with doppelg ngers may be rooted in historical beliefs that facial resemblance meant
they were from the same family or had a common ancestor. It leads to the hope that one day you will meet your
lookalike, creating the thrill of a potentially strange meeting. However, as these encounters can be both interesting
and disturbing, we understand that after such an experience, you might not want to meet your doppelg nger again.
IV. Summary Writing
Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no
more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.
Competitive Cheerleading
Over the years, cheerleading has taken two primary forms: game-time cheerleading and competitive
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cheerleading. Game-time cheerleaders’ main goal is to entertain the crowd and lead them with team cheers, which
should not be considered a sport. However, competitive cheerleading is more than a form of entertainment. It is
really a competitive sport.
Competitive cheerleading includes lots of physical activity. The majority of the teams require a certain level
of tumbling （翻腾运动） ability. It’s a very common thing for gymnasts, so it’s easy for them to go into
competitive cheerleading. Usually these cheerleaders integrate lots of their gymnastics experience including their
jumps, tumbling, and overall energy. They also perform lifts and throws.
Competitive cheerleading is also an activity that is governed by rules under which a winner can be declared.
It is awarded points for technique, creativity and sharpness. Usually the more difficult the action is, the better the
score is. That’s why cheerleaders are trying to experience great difficulty in their performance. Besides, there is
also a strict rule of time. The whole performance has to be completed in less than three minutes and fifteen
seconds, during which the cheerleaders are required to stay within a certain area. Any performance beyond the
limit of time is invalid.
Another reason for the fact that competitive cheerleading is one of the hardest sports is that it has more
reported injuries. According to some research, competitive cheerleading is the number one cause of serious sports
injuries to women.Generally, these injuries affect all areas of the body, including wrists, shoulders, ankles, head,
and neck.
There can be no doubt that competitive cheerleading is a sport with professional skills. It should be noted that
it is a team sport and even the smallest mistake made by one teammate can bring the score of the entire team down.
So without working together to achieve the goal, first place is out of reach.
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V. Translation
Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.
72. 如果不好好准备，周五的演讲可能会变得一塌糊涂。(preparation)
73. 市民们呼吁废纸回收再利用,以减少对原材料的消耗。(call for)
73. 电影里出现了许多主人公穿越沙漠的场景，象征着一个自我发现和成长的过程。 (there)
75. 艺术博物馆位于中国著名的文化城市杭州，在那里游客们可以欣赏风格多样的艺术作品，仿佛置身于
艺术的海洋之中。(where)
VI. Guided Writing
Directions:Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese.
76. 在不断发展的教育环境中，学生们在课堂上记笔记的方式也发生了显著的变化。为了更深入地了解这
一趋势，明启中学学生会决定展开一项有关“高中生记笔记方式”的调查，想了解高中生在课堂上更青睐
使用传统纸笔记笔记还是现代高科技产品记笔记。假设你是李华，请给学生会写一封邮件表达你的想法。
你的邮件必须满足以下要求：
你的选择；
你的理由。
注：文中不得提及你的真实姓名或学校。
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高三英语试卷参考答案
I. Listening Comprehension
1-5 CADBB 6-10 ACCCD
11-13 DBC 14-16 BDC 17-20 BCDB
II. Grammar and Vocabulary
21. specialized 22. as 23. is being eyed 24. without
25. to simplify 26. an 27. While/Although/Though 28. which
29. citing 30. where/why/how
31-35 FGDKC 36-40 AEHJB
III. Reading Comprehension
41-45 CDBCB 46-50 ADBAC 51-55 DACDB
56-59 CDBA 60-62 CCD 63-66 BCDB
67-70 CFAD
IV. Summary Writing
Competitive cheerleading is a competitive sport rather than an entertainment activity. It is physically
demanding. It is a rule-governed sport where participants are scored for technique, with a strict time constraint
for their performances. Moreover, the sport involves higher injury rates, impacting various body parts. Good
coordination and teamwork are also needed for success.(54 words).
V. Translation
72. Without proper preparation, Friday’s speech can/could/may/might become a complete mess.
73. Citizens are calling for/call for waste paper to be recycled to reduce the consumption of raw materials.
73. In the film, there are many scenes of the hero crossing the desert, symbolizing/which symbolizes a process
of self-discovery and growth.
75. The Art Museum is located in Hangzhou, a famous cultural city in China, where visitors can enjoy a
variety of artistic works as if they were in a sea of art.
VI. Guided Writing
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高三英语试卷
I. Listening Comprehension
Section A
Directions: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end
of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the
questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read
the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question
you have heard.
1. W: The steak here is great but the vegetables are overcooked.
M: Oh, that’s a shame. Maybe you should tell the waiter.
Q: Where are the two speakers
2. W: I hear the manager is sick. Do you think the meeting will be put off
M: I hope so. I haven’t finished my report yet.
Q: What is the probable relationship between the two speakers
3. W: Do you think I should major in psychology or economics
M: Both have their merits, but consider what you’re more passionate about.
Q: What advice is the man giving
4. W: I apologize for being late. I got stuck in traffic.
M: It’s alright, but it would be helpful if you could let me know ahead of time if there’s a
delay next time.
Q: What do we learn about the woman from the conversation
5. M: I’m afraid your luggage got mixed up during the transfer, and it’s currently in a different
city.
W: Oh no, this is such a bother. Can you have it shipped to my hotel as soon as possible
Q: What happened to the woman’s luggage
6. W: I heard you didn’t get the lead role in the play. Aren’t you disappointed
M: Well, I am, but I know I still have a lot to learn and improve as an actor.
Q: What do we learn about the man from the conversation
7. W: Did you hear how Sam argued with his co-worker during the meeting
M: Yes, but there might be more to the story. We should consider both sides before judging.
Q: What does the man imply about Sam and his co-worker
8. M: Mary, did you hear about the new café that opened on Main Street
W: Oh, you must be talking about the one with the cute outdoor balcony and live music. I
haven’t been there yet.
Q: What does the woman mean
9. M: Brian phoned me today. He was wondering whether I could help him move house on
Saturday.
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W: I’d rather you didn’t. It’s mum’s birthday and I thought we could take her out for the
day.
Q: What does the woman expect the man to do on Saturday
10. M: This new smartphone has a fantastic camera, perfect for capturing high-quality photos.
W: That sounds great, but I wish it had more storage capacity to store all those photos.
Q: What are the speakers discussing
Section B
Directions: In Section B, you will hear two short passages and one longer conversation. After
each passage or conversation, you will be asked several questions. The passages and conversation
will be read twice, but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the
four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the
question you have heard.
Questions 11 through 13 are based on the following passage.
Cairo was known for its congested roads, irregular driving practices and shaky old vehicles,
but also for its air pollution. In recent months, though, environmental studies indicate there have
been signs of improvement. That’s due in part to the removal of many of the capital’s
old-fashioned black and white taxis. Most of these dated back to the 1960s and 70s and were in a
poor state of repair.
After new legislation demanded their removal from the roads, a low interest loan scheme was
set up with three Egyptian banks so drivers could buy new cars. The government pays about $900
for old ones to be disposed of and advertising on the new vehicles helps cover repayments.
The idea has proved popular with customers. They can now travel in air-conditioned comfort
and because the new cabs are metered, they don’t have to argue over fares. Banks and car
manufacturers are glad for the extra business in tough economic times. As for the taxi drivers,
most are delighted to be behind the wheel of new cars, although there have been a few complaints
about switching from black and white to a plain white colour.
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Questions:
11. Which of the following were Cairo’s environmental issues, according to the passage
12. What contributed to the improvement in Cairo’s environmental conditions
13. Why do customers no longer argue with new cab drivers over fares
Questions 14 through 16 are based on the following passage.
There is so much waste when it comes to Christmas giving, so we need to think outside the
box – use our imagination and be more creative with our generosity. This is particularly true for
children, who tend to receive mountains of toys, some of which end up not even being looked at.
One idea is to implement a 'one-gift' rule so that children don’t grow up spoiled. Getting too many
gifts can also send out the wrong message. Speaking to BBC online, clinical psychologist Linda
Blair says, “When we are given a lot, we expect to receive a lot… even if it’s only at Christmas
and on birthdays, it will have impact on children’s attitudes.” She also suggests, “If you want to
give a gift, give your time”.
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She makes a good point for children and adults alike. When it comes to giving, think about
offering something other than a material object that may get forgotten, discarded
or re-gifted. Buying an experience is one alternative. It is a chance for someone to try something
out and do something different. It will cost you money, but for the recipient it could be an
opportunity to try something they could not normally afford or would not have thought about
doing. It would therefore be memorable and, hopefully, much appreciated.
(Now listen again please.)
Questions:
14. What is one suggestion for reducing waste during Christmas gift-giving, according to the
passage
15. What is one alternative to material gifts, according to clinical psychologist Linda Blair
16. What is the passage mainly about
Questions 17through 20 are based on the following conversation.
W: Hi there! I’m Sarah, and I’d like to welcome you to the Creative Minds Alliance. Today, I’ll
explain how our system works. Instead of using money, we trade our creativity to help each
other grow artistically. So, what kind of creative skills do you offer
M: Well, I’m a musician. I love creating music and designing album covers.
W: That’s fantastic! Your creative skills will be a great addition to our alliance. When you join,
you’ll add your name to the creative exchange list and specify the artistic services you can
provide. Everyone in the alliance will have access to this list.
M: That sounds exciting! But how do I know what kind of creative services others are offering
W: Once you’re a member, you’ll receive a copy of the creative exchange list or access it
through our website. You’ll be amazed at the diverse range of artistic offerings – from
photography and painting to writing and video editing.
M: Wow! It seems like there are a lot of talents in the alliance. So, how exactly does the creative
exchange process work
W: It’s quite straightforward. Let’s say someone needs original music for a project they’re
working on. They’ll reach out to you, and if you agree to help, you can form an alliance.
M: I’m really interested in this idea. It seems like a wonderful way to collaborate and inspire
each other.
W: That’s the spirit of the Creative Minds Alliance! We thrive on artistic collaboration and the
exchange of ideas. When you’re ready to join, we’ll provide you with the necessary forms to
get started.
M: I’m definitely on board! I can’t wait to share my creativity and learn from others in the
alliance.
W: We’re thrilled to have you! Let’s get you signed up so you can start sharing your artistic
talents and inspiring others in our creative community. Here are the forms you’ll need. Feel
free to reach out if you have any questions. Together, we’ll create a world of artistic
possibilities!
(Now listen again please)
Questions:
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17. How does the Creative Minds Alliance work
18. What kind of creative skills does the man offer to the alliance
19. What’s the benefit of being a member of Creative Minds Alliance
20. What is the spirit of the Creative Minds Alliance
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