湖南省懷化市2021屆高三英語上學(xué)期期中新博覽聯(lián)考試題

1、湖南省懷化市2020屆高三英語上學(xué)期期中新博覽聯(lián)考試題PAGE PAGE - 32 -湖南省懷化市2020屆高三英語上學(xué)期期中新博覽聯(lián)考試題注意事項：1. 答題前，考生務(wù)必將自己的姓名、準(zhǔn)考證號寫在答題卡和該試題卷的封面上，并認(rèn)真核對條形碼上的姓名、準(zhǔn)考證號和科目。2. 考生作答時，選擇題和非選擇題均須做在答題卡上，在本試題卷上答題無效?？忌诖痤}卡上按答題卡中注意事項的要求答題。3. 考試結(jié)束后，將本試題卷和答題卡一并交回。4. 本試題卷共8頁，如缺頁，考生須聲明，否則后果自負(fù)。第一部分 聽力 (共兩節(jié), 滿分30分)做題時, 先將答案標(biāo)在試卷上。錄音內(nèi)容結(jié)束后, 你將有兩分鐘的時間將試卷上

2、的答案轉(zhuǎn)涂到答題卡上。第一節(jié) (共5個小題：每小題1.5分，滿分7.5分)聽下面5段對話。每段對話后有一個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項。聽完每段對話后，你都有10秒鐘的時間來回答有關(guān)小題和閱讀下一小題。每段對話僅讀一遍。例：How much is the shirt?A.19.15. B.9.18.C.9.15.答案是 C。1. Where is the woman probably?A. At the airport. B. In the classroom. C. On a plane. 2. What does the woman order for the twi

3、ns? A. Coffee B. CokeC. Orange juice3. How much was the skirt yesterday?A.15 dollarsB. 50 dollarsC. 30 dollars4. What can we know from the conversation? A. There was a car accident. B. Many people were shot. C. A plane crashed.5. What does the man think of the show?A. Useful.B. Dishonest.C. Interest

4、ing.第二節(jié) (共15小題：每小題1.5分，滿分22.5分)聽下面5段對話或獨(dú)白。每段對話或獨(dú)白后有幾個小題，從題中所給的A、B、C三個選項中選出最佳選項。聽每段對話或獨(dú)白前，你將有時間閱讀各個小題，每小題5秒鐘；聽完后，各小題給出5秒鐘的作答時間。每段對話或獨(dú)白讀兩遍。聽第6段材料，回答第6、7題。6. What kind of car does the woman have?A. A brand new one.B. An old one.C. A broken one.7. what will Joseph do?A. Take a job overseas.B. Go into th

5、e car business.C. Help sell his cousins car. 聽第7段材料，回答第8、9題。8. Why did the woman stay at home yesterday evening?A. To take care of her sisterB. To do her homeworkC. To watch TV.9. What did the man do last night? A. He went to the cinemaB. He enjoyed a concertC. He watched a match聽第8段材料，回答第10至12題。10.

6、 What is the man looking for?A. A box.B. A book.C. A letter.11. How does the woman feel?A. WorriedB. ConfusedC. Annoyed.12. What is the probable relationship between the two speakers? A. Boyfriend and girlfriend.B. Brother and sister.C. Husband and wife.聽第9段材料，回答第13至16題。13. What is the woman doing?A

7、. Listening to jazz music.B. Talking on a program.C. Introducing some singers.14. Who introduced the woman to jazz music?A. Her grandfather B. Her grandmotherC. Her father.15. Whose voice does the woman feel is the most unforgettable?A. Bessie Smiths. B. Billie Holidays.C. Louis Armstrongs.16. Which

8、 song does the woman like best?A. Stormy Weather.B. Get Happy.C. Over the Rainbow. 聽第10段材料，回答第17至20題。17. What is the discount on fish on sale?A. 10% off. B. 20%off. C. 50% off. 18. How long will the sale last?A. For seven hours. B. For five hours. C. For two hours. 19. Who are allowed to use the las

9、t three express lines?A. Only the elders. B. Shoppers with 15 items or fewer. C. Only the members.20. What is the speaker doing?A. Selling steaks, chicken and fish.B. Giving a speech in a supermarket.C. Announcing the items on sale.第二部分 閱讀理解(共兩節(jié)，滿分40分)第一節(jié) (共15小題：每小題2分，滿分30分)閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的 A、B、C和D四個選項

10、中,選出最佳選項。ASome of the worlds most fascinating places can be impossible or nearly impossible to get to. War, natural disasters and over tourism can turn a previously popular destination into a no-go area. But sometimes the reasons can be quite fantastic, as youll see from our selection of locations u

11、nlikely be on your bucket list any time soon Komodo Island, IndonesiaKomodo Island, famed for its Komodo dragon population, is closing its doors to tourists from January 2020. The Indonesian islands resident dragons are under threat of man stealing. A dragon smuggling ring was recently arrested for

12、trying to sell 41 dragons for $35,000 (26,600) each.The World Animal Foundation estimated that there were only 6,000 wild Komodos left in 2019. After closure, the government will attempt to grow the endangered Komodo dragon population. Theres no news about when tourists will be allowed to return.Nor

13、th Sentinel Island, IndiaNorth Sentinel Island, a small island in the Indian Ocean is officially off-limits to all visitors. Its inhabitants, the Sentinelese, live their life completely untouched by the outside world. The Indian government forbids contact with the tribe to protect them from contract

14、ing diseases they have no immunity against.The islands tribes people do not welcome visitors. American missionary(傳教士), John Allen Chau was killed when he illegally landed on the island in 2018. Attempts to find back his body have now been called off due to fears of further attacks and the risks it

15、could post to the Sentinelese, too. Maya Bay, ThailandYouve probably seenThe Beachstarring Leonardo DiCaprio, but if not, you might have seen a photo of one of your friends posing at the hot spot. Maya Bay, the beautiful Thai setting of the popular film, has been overrun with tourists in the past fe

16、w years.More than 80% of the bays coral has now been destroyed due to pollution from tourism. Things have got so bad that Thai authorities are closing the beach until further notice. The government hopes that by shutting the tourist traps theyll be able to recover the excellent beachs ecosystem.21.

17、Why will Komodo Island become a no-go place?A. Because of war, natural disasters and over tourism. B. Because of the dragon thieves stealing and smuggling. C. Because too many Komodo dragons die of disease.D. Because of the pollution from tourism.22. What do we know about North Sentinel Island, Indi

18、a?A. It is officially announced open to all visitors.B. Its people keep in touch with the outside world.C. The Sentinelese are kind and friendly to visitors.D. Its inhabitants are easily affected with diseases.23. Which of the following leads to the destruction of Maya Bays ecosystem?A. Filmmaking.

19、B. Natural disaster. C. Over tourism. D. Tourist trap.BColorados Grays Peak rises 14,278 feet above sea level, high enough that trees cant grow toward the top, though there are plenty of bushes and rocks. It was August 2018, and Wedelstedt, 56, was on her way back down the trail with three friends.

20、A storm was around the corner, and they were anxious to get off the mountain. When they approached a rocky drop of a couple of feet, Wedelstedt decided that instead of slowly moving down on her bottomthe safe way to goshe would leap. She landed on her left leg. Then she heard the sudden sound of som

21、ething breaking.Every step after that was extremely painful. Before long, she had to stop. As one friend ran down to get help, a number of other hikers, all strangers, attempted to help Wedelstedt down the narrow trail by walking on either side of her to support her weight, but that proved slow and

22、dangerous. “One man was so close to the cliff I could see rocks falling down from where he stepped on them,” Wedelstedt says.Finally, one hiker, Matt, asked her, “How do you feel about a firemans carry?” Before she knew it, he had lifted her over his shoulder. “Now, Im not tiny,” says Wedelstedt, a

23、former college basketball star. Matt clearly couldnt carry her all the way down by himself. So six hikers and one of her friends took turns carrying her while she tried to make light of a difficult situation: “I told them I wanted to meet a lot of guys, but this isnt the way I wanted to do it.” Thre

24、e hours and two miles later with rocks everywhere, this human conveyor belt finally met the medics, who took Wedelstedt to the hospital.She has mostly recovered from her ill-fated hike, but Wedelstedt knows shell never shake one thing from that day: the memory of the band of strangers who came to he

25、r rescue. “Im still in admiration.”24. What happened to Wedelstedt?A. She got stuck in the mountain with three friends. B. She chose a safe way to move down a rocky drop.C. She found a good method to make friends with strangers. D. She went hiking and had her left leg broken.25. Which of the followi

26、ng words can best describe the strangers?A. Warm-hearted. B. Painful. C. Talented. D. Indifferent.26. We can know from Paragraph 5 that _. A. Wedelstedt met a fireman on her way back B. Wedelstedt is a professional basketball player C. Wedelstedt was optimistic toward a difficult situation D. the hi

27、kers carried Wedelstedt back by using a conveyor belt 27. What can we infer from the passage?A. No plants can grow on Colorados Grays Peak.B. Wedelstedt showed respect and thanks to those who saved her.C. Matt went hiking with Wedelstedt.D. Six strangers formed the human conveyor belt .CIf you look

28、around the streets of London, youll see many methods people use to move around. Whether its on the wayto work, a trip to the shops, or asightseeing journey, there are people on buses,the Tube, cars, motorbikes, bicycles and even roller skates. The roads are alreadycrowded; and now theres a new addit

29、ion: electric, or “e-scooters”.This traditional childrens vehicle has become more complicated over the years. And now, with the addition of a smallelectric motor, its become a cheap and easy mode of transport. Scootingaround town can be fun and doesnt involve much effort, so its no wonder theyre bec

30、oming increasingly popular in cities around the world. But following whats believed to be the first fatal accident involving an electric scooter in the UK, questions are being asked about their safety and whethertraffic lawsshould be changed.Some scooterridershave been seen onpavements; others on th

31、e roadjumping redtraffic lights, adding to the frustration ofmotoristsstuck injams. In the UK, the law states that riding one on thepublic highwayor pavement is forbidden. Riders currently face a 300fixed-penalty noticeand six points on their driving license for doing so. But, despite this, it seems

32、 the increasing popularity of e-scooters means they can be seen everywhere. And now users are calling on regulations to be changed.The UK government is looking at how safely they can be used on the road and is “reviewing” the law. But its transport minister, Michael Ellis, has told the BBC that, “Mi

33、cro mobilityproducts are appearing in countries across the globe and are an exciting invention for which we know there is demand. However, safety must always be our top priority when considering their use on public highways in this country.”Theres no doubt there are dangers in riding atwo-wheeledsco

34、oter. Despite the fact that some of them can go faster than 30mph, they sometimes only have onebrakeand no lights. They also become unstable if the rider hits alarge hole in the surface of a road, and however confident the rider may be, largervehicleson the road make them easy to be hurt. So it seem

35、s more work needs to be done to give e-scooters a safe and legal space to travel in.28. Why are e-scooters popular now?A. Because they are traditional childrens vehicles.B. Because riding them is a new way.C. Because they are convenient but not expensive.D. Because people dont need a driving license

36、.29. Which of the following is allowed in the UK?A. Scooter riders ride on pavements. B. Scooter riders jump red traffic lights.C. Scooter riders ride on thepublic highway.D. Scooter riders ride them in a park.30. What will the UK government most probably do next?A. Conduct surveys about the safety

37、of e-scooters. B. Change the law and regulations.C. Develop new micro mobilityproducts. D. Forbid the use of e-scooters.31. Which is the best title of this passage?A. Electric Scooter Safety B. The Invention of A New Vehicle C. Ways of Riding E-scooters D. Traffic Laws and RegulationsDHow do you rel

38、ax after a stressful day in the office? There are manyremediesto help yourelax, but the best solution, according to some experts, lies in the great outdoors. It takes a little effort to get there but the benefits can be a perfectthingfor our stressed out lives. I am talking about the activity of for

39、est bathing.The Japanese concept of shinrin-yoku or forest bathing originates from the 1980s, when it was introduced as a national health programme by the countrys government. Stressed Japanese workers are today still relaxing andreconnectingwith nature. The Forest Therapy Society has proved 62 fore

40、sttherapysites in the country and the forest bathing movement is alsoon the risein other parts of the world. It says, “Just as bathing in a hot spring helps to absorb your cares away, going for a walk in the woods is said to have acomforting effect.”If youre worried that bathing involves taking off

41、your clothes, dont be! This is about taking time to wander through woodland with no fixed plan or route and just completely involve yourself in the forest atmosphere. Some health experts have said that having thisexposure to nature seems to promotewell-beingand thats particularly good for people wit

42、hmental healthissues. A study conducted in 24 forests across Japan found that walking among trees loweredblood pressure, thepulse rate, and the levels of thehormone cortisol(荷爾蒙皮質(zhì)醇), which is released in response to stress. It also foundphytoncideschemicalsgiven off by trees, have an anti-microbia(抗

43、菌的) effect on humans, improving ourimmune systems.Another study carried out a few years ago by Stanford University in the US, found similar benefits. Brain scans showed reduced activity in an area of the brain linked to the risk of mental illness in participants who took a 90-minute walk among oaks,

44、 birds and squirrels. One of the researchers, Gregory Bratman, said, Theres an increasingbody of evidenceshowing that natural versus urban areas benefit us at least emotionally with ourmoodand possibly also ourcognitive(認(rèn)知) developmenttoo.” The evidence seems clear that forest bathing isa shot in th

45、e armfor stressed out workers, so now is the time to get out and lose yourself in the natural environment you could even hug a tree as it could be your new best friend!32. The underlined word “remedies” in Para. 1 means _.A. medicinesB. therapies C. sweets D. persons 33. Which of the following is NO

46、T the advantage of forest bathing?A. Reducing anxiety. B. Lowering thepulse rate.C. Curing mental issues. D. Developing immune system.34. Which of the following is TRUE? A. Staying outdoors is better than indoors for a stressed person.B. Bathing in a forest has exactly the same effects with bathing

47、in a hot spring .C. You need to wear a bathing costume to take part in forest bathing. D. A fixed plan or route should be considered before a forest bathing.35. In which section can you most probably find this passage?A. Voice & Views. B. Leisure & Entertainment.C. Science & Technology. D. Health &

48、Fitness.第二節(jié) (共5小題：每小題2分，滿分10分)根據(jù)短文內(nèi)容，從短文后的選項中選出能填入空白處的最佳選項。選項中有兩項為多余選項。Dogs helping stressed out studentsSome people say that dogs aremans best friend goodcompanions, loyal and loveable. 36 We know about the amazing helpguide dogsgive to blind people and, more recently, a new role has been found for

49、 the animals working astherapy dogsin universities. 37 Patricia Pendry from the university told the BBC that a study of 300 undergraduates had found weekly hour-long sessions with dogs brought to the university by professionalhandlers(訓(xùn)狗師)had made stressed students at high risk of academic failure o

50、r dropping out, feel relaxed and accepted. The dogs helped them to concentrate, learn and remember information.Another research has shown thatpettinganimals can reduce stress hormone levels and anxiety. 38 The BBCs education correspondent Sean Coughlan writes that around 1,000 campuses in the US alr

51、eady use therapy pets and its becoming more common in the UK. 39 Fiona Suthers, head of clinical skills at the university, says that fiveLabradors(拉布拉多)had a “strict assessment” to ensure the students had the rightmood.Using dogs for therapy can also help the dogs themselves. In Wales, Swansea Unive

52、rsity Students Union has used rescuedgreyhounds(靈緹犬)to help students relax between exams. Sessions allowmistreatedandabandoneddogs to interact with humans and begin to trust them again. Student Union education officer Chloe Hutchinson told the BBC that “a lot of students have dogs at home and might

53、be a bit homesick, especially around exam time when it is stressful and you just want your home comforts.”So if youre a student whos beenworking like a dog, but you still feel like you haventa dogs chancein passing your exams, think about it. 40 A. Research by Washington State University, has found

54、spending time with adogcan help stressed out students. B. I dont know thatstrokinga dog helps me to relax.C. Of course, they can be more than just apetas certainbreedsare excellent working dogs too.D. But she adds “its hard to describe the impact of just having a dog lying down in the corner of a cl

55、ass.”E. For example, the University of Middlesex has employed “dogteaching assistants” to help stop lonely students dropping out.F. So it makes sense to introduce them into an environment where people are stressed.G. Maybe introducing afour-legged friendinto your life might be the help you need.第三部分

56、 語言知識運(yùn)用 (共兩節(jié)，滿分45分)第一節(jié) (共20小題：每題1.5分，滿分30分)閱讀下面短文，從短文后各題所給的 A、B、C和D四個選項中，選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項。Raised by a single, immigrant mother, Veronica Wirges and her two sisters didnt grow up with much. She married her husband with the same 41 . Two years ago, Veronica and her husband feared they might be at the 42

57、 of their music careers. Their projects had all broken up or finished and with no more work next, they considered 43 for good. One day when the family was listening to the radio and heard a 44 contest announced, Veronica 45 this was their opportunity to get something more. She called in and after an

58、swering a few questions, had a small stroke of good luck, 46 the radio contest from WFMC Jams. The 47 ? A pair of chance-won tickets to Bonnaroo, a music festival in Tennessee. “It wasnt 48 but to me, it was everything because it showed me there were bigger things and 49 out there,” Veronica says. T

59、he couple took in the shows and seized the opportunity. They 50 extra time by performing at one of the campgrounds. They were hoping to just sell a few of their remaining CDs but instead, they attracted the attention of a 51 who put their story onMTV.com. That story led to more work and the couple s

60、tarted an indie-pop(獨(dú)立流行樂) band they namedMonsterboy. Monsterboy officially 52 ! And theyre now playing festivals of their own, including Austins SXSW. “Winning that contest was like 53 had stepped in and pointed us back towards music,” she says. “I want to 54 people not to give up because every sin