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1、2021 届东莞市石碣文晖学校高三英语下学期期末试卷及答案 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 history ofpop art begins with abstract art.Pop art emerged from the foundation of abstract art in the 1950s,first gaining recognition in Great Britain,then establishing itself in the
2、 United States in the 1960s.In the 1930s and 1940s,abstract art was greatly popular,but people began to hate this art form.Most abstract art produced in this era could be found in art galleries or the homes of the elite(名流),not in the homes of everyday people.Pop art sprung onto the scene as the peo
3、ples art.Some art critics say pop art is a rebellion against abstract art;others say it is an extension of abstract art.You can see elements of abstract art in many pop art prints,especially those that consist of a collage（拼贴画）of images.However,some pop art pieces have nothing to do with abstract ar
4、t,looking more like a photo of a popular consumer item,which impressed people deeply.Richard Hamilton and Eduardo Paolozzi were two of the first contemporary pop art pioneers recognised in Great Britain.They were a part of the Independent Group,an organised group of British artists who wanted to cha
5、llenge ruling modernist approaches to culture.They recognised the value of modern advertising and comic book images.They used these popular images in art as a social commentary,often building irony and humour into their artworks,thus creating a new form of art.These pieces were mass-produced and sol
6、d at affordable prices.When pop art took off in the United States,it expanded to include a celebration of kitsch and the common images found in movies and television.Andy Wharhol is perhaps the most famous American pop art artist,known for his prints of the actress Marilyn Monroe,the singer Elvis Pr
7、esley and of Campbells soup cans.Andy Wharhol was inspired by images from advertisements and common consumer items.He also made a series of paintings which showed images of car accidents.1.Why did people dislike abstract art?A.People found it hard to understand.B.Ordinary people couldnt afford it.C.
8、People disliked enjoying it in galleries.D.It wasnt based on everyday life.2.What impression do pop art works leave on people?A.They are a rebellion against abstract art.B.They have many elements of abstract art.C.They are created so real.D.They are products of advertisers.3.The Independent Group wa
9、s set up to _.A.introduce a new art form to the world B.develop modern advertising further C.create new comic book images D.make British culture better known B A cheap printed sensor could transmit wildfire warnings.Wildfires have recently destroyed regions across the world,and theirgravityis increa
10、sing.Hoping to reduce harm,researchersled by Yapei Wang,a Chinese chemist ofRenminUniversity,say they have developed an inexpensive sensor to detect such fires earlier with less effort.Current detection methods rely heavily on human watchfulness,which can delay an effective response.Most wildfires a
11、re reported by the general public,and other alerts come from routine foot patrols and watchtower observers.Passing planes and satellites also occasionally spot something,but“the fire first appears on the ground,Wang says.“When you see the fire from the sky,it is too late.”The team says its new senso
12、r can be placed near tree trunks bases and send a wireless signal to a nearby receiver if there is a dramatic temperature increase.That heat also powers the sensor itself,without replacing batteries.The team printed the substances onto ordinary paper to create a sensor for just$0.40.But improving co
13、ordination among the different agencies involved in firefighting is even more crucial to address,says Graham Kent,an earthquake expert at theUniversityofNevada,Reno,who was not part of the study.Kentis director of ALERTWildfire,a network that uses cameras and crowd sourcing to watch for fires inCali
14、fornia,NevadaandOregon.“The whole way that you respond to a fire until its put out is like a ballet,he says.“Youd have to choreograph(设计)it just so,with resources precisely used at the right time and place and in the right order from detection to confirmation to assignment to extinguishment(熄灭).Fire
15、 detection is just step one.Wang says his teams next steps are to extend the devicessignal range beyond the current 100 meters,which can limit practical use,and to develop a protective shield for it.The transmitters effectiveness,he notes,will also need to be examined in the field ahead.4.What does
16、the underlined word“gravity”in paragraph 1 probably mean?A.Pull.B.Extinction.C.Popularity.D.Severity.5.What do we know about the sensor?A.Its price remains high.B.Its batteries are replaceable.C.It can detect fires earlier and easier.D.It can reduce firefighters pain.6.What doesKentmean in paragraph
17、 4?A.Firefighting is easy but crucial.B.Fire detection resources are rich.C.Putting out a fire is an orderly activity.D.Technology is the key to extinguishing a fire.7.Whats the plan for the new sensor according to Wang?A.Improving and testing it.B.Limiting its use and transmission.C.Examing and red
18、ucing its signal range.D.Getting it on the market ahead of time.C Some of the oldest art in human history is being damaged,scientists say.And climate change may be speeding up its loss.Newresearch reports that ancient rock art in Indonesian caves is degrading over time,as bits of rock slowly break o
19、ff from the walls.Its a huge loss for human history.Salt crystals（结晶）building up on the walls are a key part of the problem,the study suggests.These salt crystals go into the cave walls,changing sizes as temperatures rise and fall.This process causes the rock to slowly break down.Salt crystals may b
20、ecome larger when exposed to repeated changes between wet conditions and periods of drought.These kinds of changes are expected to become more obvious as the climate continues to warm.In particular,the researchers say,climate change may cause more intense El Nino（厄尔尼诺）events in the future.These even
21、ts can strengthen the kinds of conditions that help salt crystals form Scientists are still debating the exact influence of climate change on El Nino,a natural climate cycle that drives changing patterns of warming and cooling in thePacific Ocean.The new study,led by Jillian Huntley,examined 11 anci
22、ent cave art sites in South Sulawesi,Indonesia.The researchers found evidence of salt formation at all 11 sites.Its merely a small part There are more than 300 known eave art sites around the region.The researchers note that salt crystals may indeed be part of the problem,adding that climate change
23、is a growing threat,one that deserves more attention.8.What is the main cause of the rocks breaking off from the wall?A.Weather patterns.B.Salt crystals.C.Wet conditions.D.Drought Periods.9.Which of the following may researchers agree with?A.El Nino events prevent salt crystals forming.B.Climate cha
24、nge makes little difference to El Nino.C.Salt crystals may become much larger in wet conditions.D.Constant warm weather may cause salt crystals to change size.10.Which word best describes Huntleys attitude to climate change?A.Worried.B.Curious.C.Doubtful.D.Positive.11.What can we learn from thelast
25、paragraph?A.The formation and patterns of salt crystals.B.The impact of climate change on ancient rock arts.C.The historical value of ancient rock art in cave sites.D.The threats of human activities to ancient eave art sites.D In this day and age,there seems to be a move towards secondary school sub
26、jects.For that reason,some parents and some students feel that the compulsory study of English literature is misguided and disadvantageous to students,particularly if they are second language learners of English.However,there are still good reasons for the study of English literature.Students of Eng
27、lish language sometimes fail to see the point of studying English literature,especially if they have no plans to study English or translation at university.But English literature can introduce students to a range of aspects,not only of the English language but also the culture of English-speaking co
28、untries.There are aspects of English culture that are summarised by English literature.Of course,this is quite obvious when studying the works of Shakespeare or of writers,poets and playwrights of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries.It is,however,also true when studying other works of English li
29、terature.Students can learn about good stories and references to different aspects of English culture.They can also learn the context and meanings of famous quotes and phrases.Studying literature does not confine the students to the traditions ofEnglandbut includes the possibility of introducing the
30、m to traditions which inform English literature,such as the study of Ancient Greek drama,and to literature in other contexts,such as American literature.An enjoyment and appreciation of literature will give students the ability to develop this into an interest in books and reading as they move away
31、from their studies and into the adult lives.They will have the confidence to approach and cope with new forms of books and writing,since they were exposed to a range of literature during their school days.When studying literature,students can learn not only language aspects such as vocabulary items
32、but also the language aspects which can be used for specific purposes.For example,if the students are familiar with the concepts of beat and rhythm of English poems,they can improve their own writing as they are able to appreciate and apply these ideas.Finally,the study of literature can provide stu
33、dents with a fresh and creative angle,from which the students can approach their studies in particular and their lives in general.So the next time you are reading a newspaper article complaining of the lack of creativity and initiative in the local workforce,remember that in a small way the study of
34、 English literature can help to add a refreshing and further dimension to a persons life.12.The author may agree that the study of English literature_.A.has a long-lasting influence on students B.is misguided and has more disadvantages C.is not necessary for second language learners D.only allows th
35、e students to learn the traditions ofEngland 13.We can learn from the passage that _.A.schools fail to care about students needs B.learning English literature makes students smarter C.English culture is closely related to English literature D.the more you read literary works,the more you complain 14
36、.Whats the authors attitude towards the study of English literature?A.Critical.B.Cautious.C.Supportive.D.Anxious.15.Whats the best title of the passage?A.Parents and Students Demands B.Why We Learn English Literature C.English Culture and English Literature D.Suitable Courses for Secondary Schools 第
37、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 Food is a deeply rooted expression of identity,values and ways of life._16_That is,eating is an element of common ground in terms of human existence and an experience that brings people together.Food is family treasure in the way re
38、cipes are passed on from one generation to another,maintaining family connection and cultural and geographical ancestral links.Food is an expression.What we cook is an expression of who we are and where we come from._17_The traditional meals of a place touch on identity and ancestry.Every destinatio
39、n has a dish or cuisine associated with it,which is fixed on culture and identity.You may not know it,but that is why experiencing the local dishes of a new place usually tops ones to do list in a foreign land._18_It is one of the interactions and processes of connecting with the people.Food is symb
40、olic.Home is where the heart is and in sensory response to food,familiar flavor arouses homesickness._19_The ordinary smell of food takes one back to particular times in the past.The beautiful and merry essence of eating with family and friends from home adds to the pleasant tastes of meals._20_Food
41、 and food habits serve as a culture channel of display of affection and emotional association and the sharing of delicious,nutritional food signals a bridge of closeness and acceptance.A.Accepting food is hard.B.Eating food is a universal experience.C.Food is largely cultural as well as nutritional.
42、D.Food is therefore a reminder of fond memories of home.E.Eating a local dish is a way to connect with the local people.F.Food,however,sometimes gives us bad emotional experiences.G.This is obvious in how seafood is popular with the coastal people.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）
43、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 Like many writers,Im an expert at procrastination(拖延).When I ought to be working on a(n)_21_,Ill sit there watching pointless videos.According to traditionalthinking,my problem is_22_management.Increasingly,however,psychologists are_23_this is wrong.Tim Pych
44、yl at Carleton University in Canada has proposed that procrastination is an issue with_24_our emotions,not time.The task were_25_is making us feel bad-perhaps its too boring,too difficult or were too_26_failing-and to make ourselves_27_better in the moment,we start doing something else,like watching
45、 videos.One of the first_28_to inspire the emotional effect of procrastination was published in the early 2000s by researchers at Case Western Reserve University,Ohio.Researchers first made people feel bad by asking them to read sad stories and showed that this_29_their possibility to procrastinate
46、before an intelligence test.The further research has also highlighted the_30_of procrastination.A recent study has shown that_31_procrastination can affect mental and physical health due to a build-up of guilt and frustration over avoiding important work.Over time,high_32_and poor health behaviors a
47、re well known to have an effect on health as they can increase the_33_of serious and chronic health conditions such as heart disease,diabetes,arthritis and even cancer.All of the following means of_34_procrastination could have a major positive effect on your life.The next time you feel_35_to procra
48、stinate,make your focus as simple as“Whats the next_36_-a simple next step-I would take on this task if I were to get started on it now?”said Pychyl.“_37_this takes your mind off your feelings and onto_38_achievable action.Our research and personal experience has_39_us very clearly that once we get
49、started,were typically able to keep going.Getting_40_is everything.”21.A.task B.protect C.issue D.job 22.A.emotion B.time C.motivation D.preference 23.A.assuming B.supposing C.wishing D.realizing 24.A.accessing B.managing C.using D.voicing 25.A.going over B.taking on C.going through D.putting off 26
50、.A.tired of B.worried about C.ready for D.concerned with 27.A.look B.live C.feel D.get 28.A.cases B.experiments C.investigations D.proofs 29.A.increased B.proved C.lessened D.ignored 30.A.development B.dangers C.process D.types 31.A.occasional B.regular C.accidental D.monthly 32.A.stress B.expectati