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1、20202020 届文登市米山中学高三英语上学期期末考试试卷及参考答案届文登市米山中学高三英语上学期期末考试试卷及参考答案第一部分第一部分阅读（共两节，满分阅读（共两节，满分4 40 0 分）分）第一节（共第一节（共 1515 小题；每小题小题；每小题 2 2 分，满分分，满分 3030 分）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 AThe Middlerby Kirsty ApplebaumEleven-year-old Maggie lives in Fennis Wick,enclosed and protected from the outside wo
2、rld.Her brother Jedis the eldest,a hero.Her younger brother is Trigeveryone loves Trig.But Maggies just a middler；she is leftbehind.In this book,we experience the sadness of being the forgotten middle child,the child with no voice,evenin her own family.Dennis in Jurassic Barkby Nigel AuchterlounieBe
3、anotown is in trouble again,and this time the danger is Jurassic!Dennis，latest adventure is filled with fun,including Vikings,Victorians and soon,along with puzzles for you to finish.Can you help Dennis save Beanotownfrom the prehistoric invasion?Little Book for Big Changesby Karen Ng and Kirsten Li
4、epmannIncluding more than 100 activities,try-outs,games,puzzles and tips,Little Book for Big Changesoffers fun andcreative ways to bring people together to help change the world.Understand more about big problems in theworld such as inequality and climate change,and be empowered to help make the wor
5、ld a better place.The Saga of Erik the Vikingby Terry JonesIn this illustrated story,Erik the Viking sets out with his trusty team of men in search of the land where theSun goes at night.On his journey,he will meet adventures that will put his courage to the test.1.Who told a story about an unseen c
6、hild in a family?A.Terry Jones.B.Kirsty Applebaum.C.Nigel Auchterlounie.D.Karen Ng and Kirsten Liepmann.2.Which book is proper for kids who love prehistoric-related stories?A.The Middler.B.Little Book for Big Changes.C.Dennis in Jurassic Bark.D.The Saga of Erik the Viking.3.What is special aboutLitt
7、le Book for Big Changes!A.It is about two people.B.It is an adventure book.C.It has picturesinside to help kids read.D.It teaches kids to care for the world.BMark Bertram lost the tips of two fingers at work in 2018 when his hand became trapped in a fan belt.“Itslife-changing but its not life-ending
8、,”he says.After two surgeries and occupational therapy,Bertram decided to ask Eric Catalano,a tattoo artist,to createfingernail tattoos.The idea made everyone in the studio laughuntil they saw the final result.“The moodchanged,”Catalano recalls from his Eternal Ink Tattoo Studio in Hecker,Illinois.“
9、Everything turned from funny towow.”Catalano posted a photo of the tattoos,and it eventually was viewed by millions of people around the world.The viral photo pushed Catalano,40,further into the world of paramedical tattooing.Now people who want tocover their life-altering scars come from as far awa
10、y as Ireland to visit his shop.Leslie Pollan,a dog breeder,was bitten on the face by a puppy.She underwent countless surgeries but thosegave her no hope.She ultimately traveled six hours for a session with Catalano.HecamouflagedPollans lip scar,giving her back confidence.Though he is now known for h
11、is talent with intricate fingernail,Catalano uses the techniques he picked upyears ago while helping breast cancer survivors.Those tattoos are among the most common paramedical requests.His grandmother had breast cancer,and her battle with the disease is one reason Catalano is so dedicated tohelping
12、 those with the diagnosis.Catalano performs up to eight reconstructive tattoos each“Wellness Wednesday”.While he charges$100 perregular tattoo,he doesnt charge for paramedical tattoos:A GoFundMe page established last year brought in morethan$16,000,allowing Catalano to donate his work.“Financially,i
13、t doesnt make sense,”Catalano says.“But every time I see emotions from my customers,I am100 percent sure this is something that I cant stop doing.”4.How did people in the studio react to Bertrams idea at first?A.They took it lightly.B.They found it creative.C.They were confused.D.They were impressed
14、.5.What does the underlined word“camouflaged”in Paragraph 4 probably mean?A.Exposed.B.Hid.C.Ignored.D.Removed.6.What does Catalano say about his work with paramedical tattoos?A.It is flexible.B.It is demanding.C.It is profitable.D.It isrewarding.7.Which of the following can best describe Catalano?A.
15、Humorous and experienced.B.Devoted and generous.C.Cooperative and grateful.D.Professional and tolerant.CPhotographer Rebecca Douglas has always been fascinated by the night sky.Her love for stars has takentheU.K.resident on“star walking”trips toIcelandand into theArctic,where she steps out onto dark
16、ened trails tocapture twinkling stars and glowing planets in her images.Hiking at night isnt uncommon.Plenty of people hike after dark to get to campsites or watch the sunrisefrom a mountaintop.Star walking goes a step further by blending hiking with stargazing.Rather than heading toan observatory o
17、r setting up a telescope in your backyard,star walking takes you on a brief journey to look at thestars from different viewpoints.Whether youre in the mountainside or by the lake with stars reflecting on the water,star walking is oftenmuch more dynamic than traditional stargazing.Whats more,star wal
18、king is good for you.There are plenty of studies that show the health benefits of beingin nature.Spending at least two hours a week outdoors,particularly while engaging in what involves“effortlessattention”,can decrease blood pressure,heart rate,and stress levels.So how does an aspiring star walker
19、get started?It doesnt take much more than a sturdy pair of boots.While telescopes and binoculars obviously have their uses,people are encouraged tostart with naked-eyestargazing.Using only the eyes allows one to get lost in the infinite expanse of space and lets the mind go.It is advised that one re
20、ad up on the night sky before heading out.Free mobile apps,such as Star Walk 2,canhelp identify celestial bodies（天体）and are easy to usesimply point your phone at the sky to reveal a map.Websites like Sky&Telescope and NASAs Space Place cover the basics,have in-depth explanations on stars,andoffer ad
21、vice on equipment.Space Place posts monthly skywatching updates,so you can plan outings aroundevents such as meteor showers.In the United States,national parks are great options for inexperienced night hikers.Many offer guidedoutings that explain the importance of protecting night skies.Those with a
22、 good number of walks under their beltmay want to try GlacierNational Park in Montana.If national parks and other dark-sky designated areas are out of range,check local astronomy clubs andobservatories for guided sessions.Sites like the International Astronomical Union are useful for finding resourc
23、esby area.At the end of the day,the best advice is to take it slow and enjoy the journey.“With all of the chaos（混乱）thats happening around us,the one constant has been the night sky,”explainsDouglas,who hasbeen exploring popular places nearby,long after the crowds have gone home for the day.“Walking
24、is quite a mindful way of looking up and being reminded that,although everything feels so different,some things are still the same.”8.According to the passage,star walking refers to _.A.going to an observatoryB.looking at stars in mountainsC.combining hiking and stargazingD.setting up a telescope in
25、 the backyard9.One of the reasons why people go on a star walking is that _.A.its easier to identify celestial bodiesB.it is good for physical and mental healthC.they can enjoy the journey without crowdsD.they can raise awareness of protecting night skies10.According to the passage,a star walking be
26、ginner is advised to _.A.prepare a pair of strong bootsB.start by observing with telescopesC.join an astronomy club or an observatoryD.find guided outings with the help of mobile apps11.The main purpose of the passage is to _.A.excite peoples interest in star walkingB.recommend some places for star
27、walkingC.explain the health benefits of star walkingD.introduce the preparations for star walkingD“Your mind is a garden;your thoughts are the seeds.The harvest can either be flowers or weeds,”WilliamWordsworth wrote.In the above quote,William suggests that the process of gardening mirrors human lif
28、e.Depending on what we“plant”in our lives,we bloom(生长茂盛)or dont.Before you start to work in your garden,its necessary to have a vision for it.Thinking of what youwant to grow in your garden and how to lay it out is agood first step in making your vision a fruitful reality.In life,you should consider
29、 what you want to create andwhat you want to achieve,because your mind-garden is like the white paper and the possibilities are endless.Regardless of what you choose to plant,poor soil isnt suitable for growth.This is why gardeners take the time andenergy to upgrade the soil before planting.So,creat
30、ing the right soil is important to the realization of your goalsand dreams.Fortunately,there are countless ways to make your personal bedrock better.Getting an education isone of the most effective ways,which can help you enrich your lifes soil.You dont have to be an enthusiastic gardener to underst
31、and the meaning of“You reap(收获)what you sow.”When a gardener wants tomatoes,they just need to plant tomatoseeds.Its a very clear act that produces anexpected result.Each of us has the power to decide which“life seeds”to plant.For example,if you plant ill seeds,its likely that youll experience pain i
32、n return.Contrarily,if you plant seeds of kindness and understanding,yourlife will bloom with happiness and love.A gardeners trulyarduouswork begins after the seeds are in the ground because a garden requires a lot of careand attention.Regular watering and weeding are required for a healthy garden.S
33、o,to ensure your dreams takeroot,you should be devoted,aware,and present.After countless hours and energy spent,the crops have grownwell and are finally ready to be harvested.12.What is important before gardeners break ground in their gardens?A.Receiving some training in planting.B.Drawing up a good
34、 plan for their gardens.C.Having the courage to accept the worst outcome.D.Doing research on the common local garden plants.13.What is compared to getting education by the author?A.Improving the condition of the soil.B.Growing your most favorable plants.C.Taking care of the plants in your garden.D.S
35、electing proper goals in gardening work.14.What does the author want to express in Paragraph 3?A.Your quality of life depends on your positive action.B.Your experience can help you understand plants better.C.Your choice of soil is an important part in your gardening.D.Your knowledge of planting will
36、 make you a successful gardener.15.What does the underlined word“arduous”in Paragraph 4 probably mean?A.BeneficialB.CreativeC.Boring.D.Tough第二节（共第二节（共 5 5 小题；每小题小题；每小题 2 2 分，满分分，满分 1 10 0 分）分）阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项Do People Need Small Talk to Be Happy?Psychologists(心理学家)have long
37、said that connecting withothers is an important part of happiness,but justhow much conversation we require is under examination.In one study，researchers found that small talk made uponly 10%of their conversation related with happiness._16_.Scientists believe that small talk could promote bonding.Lat
38、e last year,Princetonresearchers reportedthat small talk keeps closeness with loved ones,and isnt merely the stuff of awkward exchanges with strangers.Still,chatting with strangers could brighten your morning.In a series of experiments,psychologistsgaveChicagopassengers different directions about wh
39、ether to talk with fellow passengers-something they typicallyavoided._17_.None of the chatters reported being rejected.Small talk can also help us feel connected to our surroundings.People who smiled at，made eye contact with,andbriefly spoke with their Starbucks baristas(服务员)reported a greater sense
40、 of belonging than those who rushedthrough the transaction(交易)._18_One report found that when volunteersbroke the silence to chat withgallery goers,the visitors felt happier and more connected to the exhibit than those who were not approached._19_.In one study,people who were rated“less curious”by r
41、esearchers had trouble getting a conversationrolling on their own,and had greater luck building closeness with others when they were supplied with questionsthat encouraged personal disclosure(透露).But people who were considered“curious”needed no help whentransforming conversations about ordinary thin
42、gs into personal exchanges._20_.A.The same is true of gallery goers.B.They found that small talk is related with happinessC.But dontplay down small talk just yet.D.Of course,some people are better than others at turning small talk into something bigger.E.A“curious mindset”，the author concluded,can l
43、ead to“positive social interactions”.F.Making small talk is an important skill for all the social situations.G.Those told to chat with others reported a more pleasant journey.第二部分第二部分语言运用（共两节，满分语言运用（共两节，满分4545 分）分）第一节（共第一节（共 2020 小题；每小题小题；每小题 1.51.5 分，满分分，满分 3030 分）分）阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D 四个选项中选出可以填入
44、空白处的最佳选项During the month I spent studying in England last summer,one day stood out.I was only 16 and I was loose onthe streets of London.The freedom was wonderful,_21_for someone who had lived in a small town all herlife,the city represented a world of_22_.This was not my first_23_to London.A year e
45、arlier,I had been there with my mother,trying to_24_allthe major sightseeing attractions in merely three days.That trip was_25_but wonderful,but this time I wasgrateful to be able to simply enjoy the_26_and culture.My friend and I discussed where we should go,and decided to go_27_.This led us to Cov
46、entGarden,home of the giant Doc Martens store and trendy cafes.The market area is one of my favorite places inLondon.Its a great place to_28_:You can find everything from the latest fashions to souvenirs thatcan_29_befoundinEngland.Thestreet_30_,fromclassicalmusicianstomagicians,werefully_31_.Many t
47、ourists gathered to_32_them.I did not linger（逗留）because I was_33_just to feelthe activity in the street rather than become a_34_of it.As the sun set,we headed to the River Thames.The river itself is_35_special to look at;the_36_oftenappears muddy,and no one would like to swim in it.But the view make
48、s the visit_37_.From there,you can seeit all:the Tower of London,the Houses:of Parliament,St.Pauls Cathedral and the Tate Modern Museum.As I stood on the bridge taking in my_38_,I realized what an incredibly rich history the city had.Over thenext hundred years,the city may change as older buildings
49、will probably_39_bigger structures,but certainelements will_40_.21.A.althoughB.becauseC.unlessD.while22.A.excitementB.wealthC.developmentD.challenge23.A.accessB.visitC.reactionD.introduction24.A.passB.knowC.coverD.hear25.A.boringB.tiringC.relaxingD.important26.A.foodB.educationC.atmosphereD.economy2
50、7.A.cyclingB.eatingC.climbingD.shopping28.A.restB.exploreC.exerciseD.develop29.A.evenB.nearlyC.almostD.only30.A.policeB.judgesC.performersD.dealers31.A.courageousB.appealingC.noisyD.proud32.A.assistB.questionC.watchD.protect33.A.satisfiedB.anxiousC.unwillingD.puzzled34.A.guestB.groupC.partD.tourist3