肇东四中2023-2024学年上期末考试高三英语试卷
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）
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。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来冋答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段 对话仅读一遍。
例:How much is the shirt
A. 19. 15. B. 9. 18. C. 9. 15.
答案是C。
1. Where does the conversation probably take place
A. In a supermarket. B. In the post office. C. In the street.
2. What did Carl do
A. He designed a medal. B. He fixed a TV set. C. He took a test.
3. What does the man do
A . He’s a tailor. B. He’s a waiter. C. He’s a shop assistant.
4. When will the flight arrive
A. At 18：20. B. At 18：35. C. At 18：50.
5. How can the man improve his article
A. By deleting unnecessary words.
B. By adding a couple of points.
C. By correcting grammar mistakes.
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。
听下面一段对话，回答6-7题。
6. What does Bill often do on Friday night
A. Visit his parents. B. Go to the movies. C. Walk along Broadway.
7. Who watches musical plays most often
A. Bill. B. Sarah. C. Bill’s parents.
听下面一段对话，回答8-9题。
8. Why does David want to speak to Mike
A. To invite him to a party.
B. To discuss a schedule.
C. To call off a meeting.
9. What do we know about the speakers
A. They are colleagues.
B. They are close friends.
C. They’ve never met before.
听下面一段对话，回答10 - 12小题。
10. What kind of camera does the man want
A. A TV camera. B. A video camera. C. A movie camera.
11. Which function is the man most interested in
A. Underwater filming. B. A large memory. C. Auto-focus.
12. How much would the man pay for the second camera
A. 950 euros. B. 650 euros. C. 470 euros.
听下面一段対话，回答13-16题。
13. Who is Clifford
A. A little girl. B. The man’s pet. C. A fictional character.
14. Who suggested that Norman paint for children’s books
A. His wife. B. Elizabeth. C. A publisher.
15. What is Norman’s story based on
A. A book. B. A painting. C. A young woman.
16. What is it that shocked Norman
A. His unexpected success.
B. His efforts made in vain.
C. His editor’s disagreement.
听下面一段独白，回答17 - 20小题。
17.Who would like to make small talk according to the speaker
Relatives. B. Strangers. C. Visitors.
18. Why do people have small talk
A. To express opinions. B. To avoid arguments. C. To show friendliness.
19. Which of the following is a frequent topic in small talk
A. Politics. B. Movies. C. Salaries.
20. What does the speaker recommend at the end of his lecture
A. Asking open-ended questions.
B. Feeling free to change topics.
C. Making small talk interesting.
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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Whether you’re searching for a relaxing beach break, a cultural journey, or an active adventure, there are several must-see destinations offered to content you in 2024.
Cyprus
Cyprus is an attractive island in the eastern Mediterranean Sea and has been noted since ancient times for its mineral wealth, superb wine and produce, and natural beauty. Cyprus is home to a number of ancient archaeological (考古的) sites, peaceful beaches and lively cities. With a diverse range of experiences, Cyprus invites you to uncover its cultural treasures.
Huludao
Located in the southwest coastal area of Liaoning Province, China, Huludao neighbors the Bohai Bay to the south, and is bounded on the west by Shanhaiguan Pass. The continuous coastline provides not only rich seafood but also many sun-kissed beaches. There are many cultural landscapes, including Xingcheng Ancient City and Jiumenkou Great Wall. Xingcheng Ancient City is one of the four most complete ancient cities from the Ming Dynasty with many ancient buildings.
Maldives
In the Indian Ocean, the Maldives is a dream destination with greenish-blue waters and pure white sands. Whether you’re in search of relaxation or romance, the Maldives has it all and more. Be sure to explore the colourful coral reefs (珊瑚礁) and the amazing surroundings, or simply just relax on the sands.
Dubai
On the southeast coast of the Arabian Peninsula, Dubai has grown to become a global centre for tourism, business, and cultural experiences. Home to a typical skyline with the tallest building in the world, Dubai has world-class attractions and inviting shopping malls. Head to the untouched beaches to relax or be shocked at futuristic architecture and design. You could even take a bit of a risk in the desert.
21．What do Cyprus and Huludao commonly share
A．Ancient culture. B．Lively cities.
C．Research sites. D．Superb wine.
22．Which destination would an adventurous person choose
A．Cyprus. B．Huludao. C．Maldives. D．Dubai.
23．Where might we find the text
A．In a history book. B．On an adventure poster.
C．On a travel website. D．In a scientific journal.
B
“Attention,everyone!”Miss Dalrymple looked at her class of ten-year-olds. “Today we are going to create a special card for Father's Day, which falls on this weekend.” Then she busied herself handing out the paper and art materials to her noisy pupils．
They were a mixed punch. Some came from the rich side of the town,but the majorities were from parents who struggled to get jobs．So she had not been eager to carry out this activity．
“Think about all the things that your dad does that make him special,”she said loudly as she approached the last table. “You can write a poem or short story thinking of the positive characteristics that make your dad special.The written part of this activity should be completed before you start to decorate your card.”
Andrew looked at the blank page. He had never met, spoken to, or been hugged by his dad, so how could he write about him Once when he was looking in his grandma's photo box, he had seen an old black and white photo but it was badly creased（弄皱） and difficult to recognize any clear features.She had quickly taken it from him and buried it deeply among the rest, never to be found again. After thinking for a while, he wrote：
Dear Dad,
You are a person I do not know and would probably not recognize as I only saw an old photo of you a long time ago. I think and wonder about you often, especially when I have no one to talk to about the Saturday fixtures. One day when I grow up I will do an Internet search to find you,but I am not sure whether I will be successful as several attempts by the Child Support Agency have not been successful.Happy Father's Day, Dad．
Love,
Andrew
What did Miss Dalrymple ask her students to do？
A. Hand out the paper and art materials．
B. Make a celebration plan for Father's Day．
C. Make a special card for their fathers．
D. Carry out a school activity on the weekend．
What does the underlined sentence in Paragraph 2 indicate？
The students were not willing to finish the task．
The students' family conditions were quite different．
The students didn't get along well with each other．
The students were eager to carry out the activity．
Why did Andrew have difficulty in making a special card for his father？
Because he had never seen his father．
Because his father was not a successful man．
Because he forgot all the things his father did．
Because he and his grandma didn't like his father．
27.What can we learn from Andrew's letter？
A. Andrew's father has been dead．
B. Andrew is eager to meet his father．
C. Andrew's father can't recognize him．
D. Andrew is sure of finding his father．
C
It’s known that reading is good for a child’s vocabulary and literacy skills, teaching them math or science concepts and helping them learn history. Apart from those, reading has another benefit. Have you read a story and felt tears well up because of a character’s suffering If so, that is because you have empathy (共鸣) for the character — and empathy can be learned through various fictions. “It’s a magic eye that sees into other people’s hearts,” explains author Cressida Cowell.
Research shows that human brains react differently to stories and facts. “Many more areas of your brain light up when you’re enjoying a story,” explains Miranda McKearney from EmpathyLab, an organization that builds empathy through reading. “Your brain thinks you are in the story… This means you experience the characters’ thoughts as if they are real.”
Empathy helps you to read people’s emotions and work out the best way to respond. This skill, called emotional intelligence, can make it easier to communicate and connect with people. Research has shown that building empathy can lead to greater kindness and tolerance. One study found that children who read the Harry Potter novels — which tell stories about humans fighting against the evil — were less likely to behave unfairly towards powerless groups including refugees (难民).
This theory has been put into practice by St Michael’s Primary School. After reading The Boy at the Back of the Class — a story about a boy who is a refugee escaping from the war — students in that school were inspired to do a 10-mile walk for the non-profit organization Refugee Action. Their empathy also spurred them to raise 1,000 for people who were forced to leave their homes because of war.
Reading encourages children to empathise with others, which could potentially lead to several beneficial learning outcomes, new research suggests. For society to develop, creative, communicative and empathetic individuals really matter.
28．Why do readers cry about a character’s experience
A．They have magic eyes. B．They want to show empathy.
C．They understand his feelings D．They have the same experience.
29．What does the author show by referring to the Harry Potter novels
A．The process of building empathy.
B．The benefits of developing empathy.
C．The definition of emotional intelligence.
D．The results of the school’s activity.
30．What does the underlined word “spurred” mean in paragraph 4
A．Reminded. B．Permitted. C．Persuaded. D．Encouraged.
31．What might the author advise children to do
A．Read to learn empathy.
B．Become empathetic to others.
C．Put themselves in others’ shoes.
D．Read as many books as possible.
D
For the first time, scientists have grown plants in the moon soil collected by NASA’s Apollo astronauts. The scientists had no idea if anything would grow in the moon dirt. They wanted to see if it could be used to grow food by the next generation of moon explorers. The results surprised them. Plants actually can grow in lunar (月球的) soil.
The researchers planted thale cress (芥蓝), a small flowering plant, in moon soil returned from the Apollo missions. The good news was that all of the seeds grew. The bad news was that after the first week the lunar soil stressed the plants so much that they grew slowly. Most of the moon plants ended up stunted—meaning small or not fully developed.
The longer the soil was exposed to radiation and solar wind on the moon, the worse the plants seemed to do. The soil collected by the Apollo 11 mission was the least helpful for growth. It was exposed a couple billion years longer to the elements.
Scientists said, “This is a big step forward to know that we can grow plants. The real next step is to go and do it on the surface of the moon.”
Moon dirt is full of glass particles from micrometeorite (微小陨石) impacts. One solution might be to use younger geologic spots on the moon, like lava flows, for digging up soil. The environment also could be changed by adding special nutrient (营养物) mixtures or artificial lighting.
Only 382 kilograms of moon rocks and soil were brought back by the six Apollo erews that landed on the moon. Most of them are still locked away, forcing researchers to experiment with soil made of volcanic ash on Earth.
Early last year NASA finally gave out 12 grams of soil to the University of Florida researchers for the planting experiment. NASA said the timing for such an experiment was finally right with the space agency looking to put astronauts back on the moon in a few years.
32．What is the result of the planting experiment with lunar soil
A．The plants couldn’t grow normally. B．It was difficult for the seeds to grow.
C．They were struck by some diseases. D．The soil was too stressed for the plants to grow.
33．What is the final purpose of this experiment
A．To create a new crop. B．To improve lunar soil.
C．To plant on the moon. D．To find the right amount of light.
34．Why did the scientists use volcanic ash for testing
A．Lunar soil cannot be brought back by humans. B．Lunar soil was difficult to obtain for testing.
C．Lunar soil is not suitable for planting. D．Lunar soil is the same as volcanic ash.
35．Which of the following can be the best title for the text
A．Future Astronauts Will Grow Food on the Moon
B．It’s Time to Study Growing Crops on the Moon
C．Lunar Soil Consists of Tiny Glass Particles
D．Scientists Grow Plants in Dirt from the Moon
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。选项中的两项为多余选项。
Five Ways to Fight Depression
If you feel depressed, it’s best to do something about it. In addition to getting help from a doctor, here are five things you can do to feel better.
Exercise.____36______ Or you can dance, jog, or bike if you prefer. People who are depressed may not feel much like being active. But make yourself do it anyway. Once you get in the exercise habit, it won’t take long to notice a difference in your mood.
Nurture yourself with good nutrition（营养）. One person may not feel like eating at all, but another might overeat. If depression has affected your eating, you’ll need to be extra mindful of getting the right nutrition. Proper nutrition can influence a person’s mood and energy.____37______
Identify troubles. Try to identify any situations that have contributed to your depression. _____38______.Talking is a way to release the feelings and to receive some understanding.
Express yourself. With depression, a person’s creativity and sense of fun may seem blocked. Exercise your imagination and you not only get those creative juices flowing, you also loosen up some positive emotions. Take time to play with a friend or a pet, or do something fun for yourself. Find something to laugh about — a funny movie, perhaps. _____39______.
____40______.Depression affects a person’s thoughts, making everything seem negative, and hopeless. If depression has you notice only the negative, make an effort to notice the good things in life. Try to notice one thing, then try to think of one more. Consider your strengths, gifts, or blessings. Most of all, don’t forget to be patient with yourself. Depression takes time to heal（治愈）.
Laugh at it anyway.
Try to notice good things.
Laughter helps lighten your mood.
Take a 15-30 minute walk every day.
So eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and get regular meals.
As we know, depression has a bad and lasting influence on us.
G．When you know what's got you feeling blue and why, talk about it with a caring friend.
第三部分：英语知识运用(共两节，满分 30 分)
第一节：完形填空 (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 in the back seat of a yellow taxi grabbing my mother’s hand like a 5-year-old. But in fact, I was 28 years old, still____41_____ , and hoping my mom would make it all right.
We were coming home from the____42______ , and I was in a full-body brace, having survived spinal (脊柱的) surgery exactly a week earlier and headed to my tiny apartment in San Francisco. Each time the taxi______43________ over the steep hills, I felt as if my bones were____44______ . I doubted that I would get hurt again during the journey.
I was about to open my mouth to shout at the driver or at least_____45_____ , when my mom leaned forward and said cheerfully, “Thank you!” The driver glanced at us____46_____ from his mirror. “You’re just the best driver I’ve ever seen,” my mom continued. “These hills must be so____47____ to drive on. And I am so____48____ . My daughter had surgery on her back and is so_____49____ . Because of you, she’s going to get home safe. Thank you. You’re wonderful.”
In the mirror, I could see the driver_____50_____ proudly. I felt a flash of____51_____ , but before I had a chance to____52_____ my mother’s words, a miracle happened. The driver slowed down. He stretched his neck left and right to ____53_____a smooth ride before making each turn. Indeed, he drove us home like the best driver I’d ever seen.
In that moment of ____54______, what my wise mom had instinctively done was only obvious to me:____55_____ is powerful.
41．A．scared B．tired C．upset D．confused
42．A．shelter B．hospital C．college D．countryside
43．A．bounced B．blocked C．interrupted D．trapped
44．A．out of shape B．out of reach C．out of control D．out of place
45．A．whisper B．explain C．warn D．complain
46．A．especially B．doubtfully C．properly D．personally
47．A．interesting B．hard C．easy D．familiar
48．A．grateful B．hopeful C．great D．guilty
49．A．proud B．patient C．weak D．soft
50．A．shaking B．smiling C．joking D．applauding
51．A．embarrassment B．pity C．satisfaction D．anger
52．A．receive B．forgive C．contradict D．recognize
53．A．expect B．experience C．delay D．ensure
54．A．crisis B．account C．guidance D．recognition
55．A．Praise B．Love C．Trust D．Communication
第二节（共10小题：每小题1.5分，满分15分）
阅读下列材料，在空格处填入适当的内容或使用括号单词的正确形式填空。
Shark fin(鱼翅) soup, ___56____is a famous and expensive dish in southern China, is endangering certain species of sharks and threatening the ocean’s ecosystem.
Sharks are ___57___the top of the food chain and they are of great ___58___(important) for the ocean’s ecosystem. However, around 70 million sharks ___59___(kill) for the fin soup each year and the number of sharks has been falling during the last decades. If their number drops ___60____(low) than the current level, life circle in the ocean will be ____61____(serious) threatened.
Environmental protection____62_____(group) around the world, such as WildAid, are trying to stop the fin soup. They have even asked governments ____63____(pass) laws to ban the sale of shark fins. But___64___ is not enough. We need to stop ____65____(enjoy) the fin soup to save our sharks.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是李华，暑假在伦敦学习，得知当地美术馆要举办中国画展览，正在招募活动志愿者。请写一封信申请信。
要点包括：1. 写信目的；
2. 个人具备的条件；
3. 表达态度，期盼回复。
注意:1. 词数80～120；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
3. 开头已给出，不计入总词数。
参考词汇: recruit 招募 Chinese painting exhibition中国画展览
Dear Sir/Madam,
My name is Li Hua, a Chinese student who is taking a summer course in London now.
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Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。 续写的词数应为150左右。
Sean was a single father of three kids who had just lost their mother to cancer. Shortly afterwards, he had to sell his house to pay the medical bills. Worse still, he had to quit his job as a regional manager due to too many absences he acquired in taking care of his wife while she was sick. Their lives sank into extreme poverty. He had to do part-time work to pay off his debts. He never imagined what his life would become. Everything felt hopeless. Anyway, he continued with his life, earning barely enough money to feed his kids.
Today was a bit different.He went to the nearest gas station after work.He had an extra $2 with which he could buy himself a cheap hot dog. It was a little treat he would give himself. As he walked toward the gas station, he saw a man panicking, saying something to a woman in the car. Not knowing why they were so worried,he continued walking until the man called out to him.
“Sir, I’m so sorry to ask, but my wife is in labor(临产), and we’re out of gas. I left my wallet and phone at home as we were rushing out of the house. Is there any way you can help me ” the man said. His desperate eyes pulled at Sean’s heartstrings.
“Well, sir. I only have 2 dollars, but you can have it!” Sean said, reaching into his pocket and producing the 2 dollars. “Thank you! That works. I have a few coins in the car, but I can get a gallon and reach the hospital with that.” The man took the bills gratefully.
“I’m Matthew. Please give me your contact information so I can pay you back.” “No need. I only hope you and your wife get to the hospital safely,” Sean smiled. But Matthew insisted. Finally, Sean gave him his number.
注意：
1.续写词数应为150左右;
2.请按如下格式作答。
The following morning, Sean received a video call from Matthew.
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Knowing Sean’s experience, Matthew invited him to be a regional manager in his company.
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听力 1-5 CBACA 6-10 BBCCB 11-15 ACCAB 16-20 ABCBA
第二部分 阅读（共两节,每小题2. 5分，满分50分）
21-23 ADC 24-27 CBAB 28-31 CBDA 32-35 ACBD 36-40 DEGCB
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）
41—45 ABADD 46—50 BBACB 51—55 DCDAA
第二节（共10小题;每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
56. which 57. at 58. importance 59. are killed 60. lower
61.seriously 62. groups 63. to pass 64. it/that 65. enjoying
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
【答案】Dear Sir/Madam,
My name is Li Hua, a Chinese student who is taking a summer course in London now. Knowing that you are recruiting volunteers for the coming London Chinese painting exhibition, I’m more than delighted to write with the intention of applying to be a volunteer.
Having studied English for 12 years, I possess a good command of spoken English. What’s more, I have participated in several similar activities, which equip me with a relevant experience. If accepted, I can serve as a guide, introducing Chinese paintings and answering questions. I have the confidence that my enthusiasm and devotion will surpass your expectation.
I’d appreciate it if you could take my application into consideration. Looking forward to your reply.
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节（满分25分）
【答案】The following morning, Sean received a video call from Matthew. Matthew showed him his lovely baby and invited Sean to come to his office when he was free. He thanked Sean for what he had done after they met in person.“I could tell that those 2 dollars were all you had, but you still gave them away!” Later, they had a chat and hit it off. Sean told Matthew everything, his family and previous job included, and was surprised to know Matthew was the owner of a company.
Knowing Sean’s experience, Matthew invited him to be a regional manager in his company. He would expand his company and needed a partner. Sean’s mouth dropped open in disbelief and then accepted the offer excitedly. He was great at his job, and although the pain of his wife’s passing would never go away, he had something to fight for. His hope was back, and his children no longer had to live in poverty. Afterwards, Sean and Matthew often reached out to help others, who both learned not to hesitate to offer kindness.
