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1、2021 年茂名市第十九中学高三英语期末试题及答案解析 第一部分 阅读（共两节，满分 40 分）第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 30 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 The Internet has revolutionized our lives to such an extent(程度)that for most people,the global network has become more than just a tool but rather an important aid in everyday life.More an
2、d more people go online as wireless networks have brought the Internet closer and closer:its on our mobile phones,in our cars and TV sets,in hospital surgery rooms and in fishing boats that battle the waves of the Atlantic.And this revolution has brought along with it a new way of shopping.Both big
3、and small,e-business websites have flooded the Internet by the hundreds of thousands.Anything you can buy from a brick and mortar store(实体店)you can also buy online:from food and clothes to toys,no matter what youre looking for,youre bound to find the right online store with just a few clicks of the
4、mouse.You can use the Internet to find new suppliers,post buying requests or search for products and services.This revolution has affected brick and mortar business owners greatly.And what was their reaction?Theyve opened online stores to go hand in hand with their conventional business.But do the b
5、ig players have reasons to be afraid?Are we going to start seeing ghostly,deserted Walmarts(沃尔玛)across the country?Probably not in the near future but the day will come when most people will just stop shopping offline anymore.A trip to Walmart wastes time,burns gas.The recent advancements in mobile
6、technology and the introduction of mobile phones with enhanced(提高的)web capabilities have even made some people order their groceries when they get out from work and have them delivered at their doorstep by the time they get home.And as“Time is money”,this practice is lifesaving for people whowork tw
7、o jobs.Technology will continue to advance and e-business will follow closely in its footsteps.Everything will become easier and less time consuming,leaving us more time to enjoy the things that really matter in life:the ones we love,our friends and hobbies.1.What is Paragraph 1 mainly about?A.The p
8、opularity of mobile phones.B.The great influence of the Internet.C.The importance of the Internet.D.The function of the global network.2.In response to the threat of online business,the brick-and-mortar store owners_.A.have stopped their traditional business B.have started their dislike of the Inter
9、net C.have established their own website D.have opened their online stores 3.What would be the best title for the passage?A.A New Way of Shopping.B.The Internet Revolution.C.What is the Reaction to Online Shopping?D.Is Online Shopping the Future of E-business?B The Nez Perce Indians are a tribe that
10、 lived in the Pacific Northwest of theUnited States.At the time of the Lewis and Clark expedition(探险队),which was one of the first journeys by Americans from the Atlantic coast to the Pacific coast and back again,the Nez Perce territory(领土)covered about 17 million acres,covering parts of Washington,O
11、regon,and Idaho.Butthat was a brief sweet history.In September 1805,when Lewis and Clark came off theRockieson their westward journey,the entire exploring party was hungry and ill-too weak to defend themselves.Had the Nez Perce chosen to attack them,they could have put an end to the Lewis and Clark
12、expedition there on the banks ofClearwater River.Instead the Nez Perce welcomed the white Americans and looked after them until they made a full recovery.Thus began a long friendship between the Nez Perce and white Americans.But white mens greed for land and gold finally broke the friendship.In 1855
13、 Governor Isaac Stevens ofWashingtonTerritoryinvited the Nez Perce to a peace conference.He said there were a great many white people in the country,and many more would come.But the Chief of the tribe at that time,Old Joseph,replied,“Take away your paper.I will not touch it with my hand.”Things were
14、 quiet for a while after that,but not for long.When Old Joseph died,the chiefship was passed onto Young Joseph.In the late 1870s,government officials came to order the Nez Perce to leave theWallowaValleyand then began hard battles between the Nez Perce and the white soldiers.After the tribe had foug
15、ht thirteen battles and moved 1,600 miles to-wards Canada in an attempt to retreat(撤退)north,Young Joseph,gave in to the United States Army.Here was his famous statement,“Hear me my chiefs.I am tired;my heart is sick and sad.From where the sun now stands I will fight no more forever.”In 1885,Chief Jo
16、seph was sent along with manyof his band to the Colville Reservation inWashingtonwhere Joseph continued to lead his band for another 25 years,at times coming into conflict with the leaders of 11 other tribes living on the reservation.(保留地，居留地)4.What isTRUEabout the Lewis andClark expedition?A.They w
17、ere well cared for by the Nez Perce.B.They ended their expedition on the banks ofClearwater River.C.They started the first battle with the Nez Perce.D.They were the first Americans to travel from theAtlanticto the Pacific.5.What ended the friendship between the Nez Perce and the Whites?A.Old Josephs
18、 proud manner B.White mens increasing demand for land and gold C.A growing number of white men in the land D The breakdown of the peace talk 6.Young Joseph gave in at last because _.A.he grew older B.he was terribly ill C.he hated the war D.he lost other chiefs support 7.The passage might be followe
19、d by a paragraph about _.A.the customs and traditions of the Nez Perce Indians B.the last years of Chief Joseph in the Colville Reservation C.lasting fights between the Nez Perce and the whites D.constant conflicts between the Nez Perce and other tribes C If you ever find yourself trapped in the wil
20、derness without food,youllhave to figure out how to feed yourself.Many plants in the wild areedible,but many are also poisonous.So it is necessary to learn how to determine whether the plants you find can be eaten safely.Avoid using this method without careful planning.Some plants can be deadly,and
21、even if you follow these guidelines perfectly,there is always a chance that a plant will make you seriously ill.Prepare yourself for wilderness outings by learning about the local plants,and carry a guidebook to help you identify plants.Even if you are unprepared and cannot find food you know to be
22、safe,remember that,depending on your activity level,the human body can go for days without food,and youre better off being hungry than being poisoned.Testing the plant in your mouth is dangerous,so go forward very slowly and carefully.First,hold a small portion of the prepared plant part against you
23、r lip for 3 minutes.Do not put the plant in your mouth.If you notice any burning,tingling(刺痛),or other reactions,discontinue testing.Second,place another small portion of the plant part on your tongue.Hold the plant on your tongue without chewing for 15 minutes.Discontinue testing if you notice any
24、reaction.Third,chew the plant and holdit in your mouth for 15 minutes.Chew the plant well,and do not swallow.Discontinue testing if you notice any reaction.Fourth,swallow the small portion of the plant.Wait 8 hours.Do not eat or drink anything during this period except purified water.If you feel sic
25、k,immediately throw up what you eat and drink plenty of water.If activated charcoal(活性炭)is available,take that with the water.8.Whats the meaning of the underlined world“edible”in paragraph 1?A.Suitable for using as food.B.Widely spread.C.Existing in large quantities.D.Not widely known.9.What can we
26、 know from paragraph 2?A.Planning is unnecessary when using the method.B.Not all plants in the wild can serve as food generally.C.Suffering hunger can be more dangerous than testing plants.D.Following the method perfectly can ensure safety.10.Which is the correct order of testing plants in the mouth
27、?wait and see chew it in the mouth put it on the tongue put it against lips swallow it A.B.C.D.11.Where might the passage come from?A.A students diary.B.A science report.C.A guide book for camping.D.A doctor s notebook.D“One persons trash is another persons treasure.”Thats a common expression,but th
28、e next time you throw something away,think about a twist on the old saying.What if your trash could become your own treasure?Many creative,thrifty,and environmentally minded people have come up with a way to makethathappen.Its called upcycling.Our world would be a better place if everyone would begi
29、n upcycling.Upcycling is the practice of taking an unwanted item and turning it into something useful.For example,how about that pair of jeans with a hole in one knee?It could become a new pillow for your bedroom.Upcycling is not the same as recycling.Upcycling is actually much better for the enviro
30、nment.Recycling takes an item made of glass,paper,metal,or plastic,breaks it down to its base material,and then uses that material to make another product.This requires a great deal of energy.On the other hand,when you choose to upcycle,the only energy you use is your own.And upcycling not only redu
31、ces the amount of trash that goes into our landfills,but it also protects natural resources,such as oil and gas.Recycling is good for the environment,but upcycling is even better.Upcycling also makes a familys budget stretch further.Of course,the idea of reusing items to save money is not new.During
32、 the Great Depression in the 1930s,many families lived on a tight budget.People had to use what they already had in order to meet their needs.As responsible citizens,we should all be concerned with protecting our environment and budgeting our resources.Upcycling is a fun and creative way to help.The
33、 next time you go to toss something into the trash can,stop and think about what it could become.Chances are,theres a brand-new item in your hand just waiting to be upcycled.12.Why does the author mention an old saying in the first paragraph?A.To arise readers awareness of upcycling.B.To stress the
34、importance of upcycling.C.To lead in the topic of upcycling.D.To show the idea of upcycling.13.Which one below belongs to upcycling?A.An old ladder is transformed into a bookshelf.B.Old tin cans are transported to landfill.C.A broken wooden door is chopped up.D.Old cloth is made into a paper bed.14.
35、What is the difference between recycling and upcycling?A.Upcycling is much more creative.B.Recycling is much easier to achieve.C.Recycling is much more cost-saving.D.Upcycling is much more energy-efficient.15.What can be inferred from the text?A.Upcycling is popular at present.B.Upcycling is replaci
36、ng recycling.C.Upcycling is worth recommending.D.Upcycling is a tradition in daily life.第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 10 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 How to Preserve Your Culture Look at any object m your house,meal you eat,or gesture you use,and vou5ll find evidence of culture.Cultural tradi
37、tions are everywhere and have shaped who you are._16_.Share your cultures art Each cultures art has its own unique characteristics._17_.Youll be overjoyed to share your culture with people from other places,such as your hobbies,jobs,crafts,and what you do for fun.This includes traditional art work y
38、ou would find in a museum._18_ Your country,village or religious group almost certainly celebrate major holidays or cultural festivals.Travel to join in these events to get a better understanding of your culture.You can also organize your ownevent if possible.Cook family recipes(菜谱）_19_.Smell and ta
39、ste have powerful connections to memory.As you make bread or try to guess the right amount of spices,you might remember meals from your childhood or holidays.Reading recipes can teach youa lot.Even if some of them are unfamiliar,others have most likely become your comfort food or a source of family
40、pride.Spend time with other members of the community The best way to preserve your culture is to keep it alive._20_.You can also gather for ordinary meals,events,or just conversation.Many aspects of culture are difficult to learn in books and museums,including etiquette,body language,and humor.A.Att
41、end or organize major events B.Its important to copy it from others C.You can gather for holidays as a group D.Find an expert willing to explain it to you E.Here are some tips on how to keep them strong F.Try to learn recipes from your grandmothers cookbook G.For example,it has its own clothing,musi
42、c,storytelling traditions,and many more 第二部分 语言运用（共两节，满分 45 分）第一节（共 20 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 30 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空白处的最佳选项 We have allheard how time is more valuable than money,but is it_21_ to have too much time?I_22_back in high school I spent most of my day at school since I also_23_a
43、team sport.By the time I got home,I only had a few hours to do my homework,and I had to do it_24_.When I got into college,things_25_.I suddenly found myself out of class before noon time.Because of all this_26_time there was no sense of_27_to do my school work immediately.I was performing this actio
44、n of waiting until it later became a _28_.Once that happened,I just kept_29_my studying further and further back in my day.Then I got to the point where I was_30_really late at night to get my work done.One day I_31_a former classmate of mine who was_32_a lot of money running a sideline(副业).Since hi
45、s regular job was_33_,I asked him why he just didnt do his sideline full-time.He said without the job,he would_34_have too much time and would just do what I did back in_35_.He said that if he_36_the job,he would lose his_37_ to work and succeed.So,try_38_your time with other work.This is why there
46、is a_39_ that if you want something done,ask a_40_person to do it.21.A.true B.fair C.strange D.possible 22.A.remember B.admit C.understand D.expect 23.A.watched B.loved C.coached D.played 24.A.at last B.right away C.of course D.as usual 25.A.happened B.repeated C.changed D.mattered 26.A.extra B.diff
47、icult C.valuable D.limited 27.A.duty B.achievement C.urgency D.direction 28.A.burden B.relief C.risk D.habit 29.A.pushing B.taking C.setting D.calling 30.A.hanging out B.staying up C.jogging round D.showing off 31.A.met B.helped C.treated D.hired 32.A.raising B.wasting C.demanding D.making 33.A.safe
48、 B.important C.boring D.rewarding 34.A.luckily B.hardly C.hopefully D.simply 35.A.childhood B.college C.town D.business 36.A.quit B.found C.accepted D.kept 37.A.heart B.chance C.drive D.way 38.A.saving B.filling up C.giving up D.trading 39.A.message B.story C.saying D.fact 40.A.careful B.busy C.reli
49、able D.kind 第二节（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入 1 个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式 One morning,I _41._(wait)at the bus stop，_42._(worry)about being late forschool.There were many people waiting at the bus stop,_43._some of them looked very anxious and disappointed.When the bus finally came,we all hurried o
50、n board.I got a place next_44._the window,so I had_45._good view of the sidewalk.A boy on a bike caught my_46._(attend)-he was riding beside the bus and waving his arms.I heard a passenger behind me shouting to the driver,but he refused to stop_47._we reached the next stop.Still,the boy kept riding.