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1、2021 届广州市天河区南国学校 高三英语下学期期末试题及答案 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 t
2、he 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 p
3、eoples 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
4、art,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 c
5、hallenge 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 s
6、old 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
7、Presley 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.
8、C.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
9、was 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 Vietnammade preparations for theLunar New Year with a fish release on Thursday.The tradition involves releasing fish called carps into riv
10、ers and lakes in the country a week before the holiday known as Tet officially begins.The tradition comes from an ancient story of three“Kitchen Gods”.The three,two males and a female,take a ride on the brightly color1 ed carp at the end of the year.They go to Heaven to meet with the Jade Emperor,th
11、e God who rules there.The“Kitchen Gods”report news about the families they represent to seek the emperors care and protection.Their efforts help to keep the kitchen fires burning,and families happy and healthy.As the Gods go to Heaven,families clean their houses in preparation to celebrate Tet.A cle
12、an house,Vietnamese believe,will bring luck in the new year.On Lunar New Years Eve,the Gods will return to Earth and their duties in the kitchen of the house.Thursdays event inVietnamthis year was more controlled than ever before because of COVID-19.It is spreading in several northern areas of the c
13、ountry.However,Vietnamhas increased contact examination,mass testing,and quarantine measures to slow the spread.The aggressive action has limited infections and deaths in the country.“Vietnamese will still follow the tradition of releasing the fish,but COVID-19 has made people keep a safe distance,”
14、said Tran Van Toi as he released a carp from a plastic bag atHanoisWestLake.This year,due to COVID-19,there were fewer people releasing fish there,but there was a major change in attitude towards plastic bags.After years of persuasion,now they dont throw the plastic bags into the water anymore but c
15、ollect them to be recycled.4.What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about?A.Kitchen fires inVietnam.B.Traditional customs ofVietnam.C.A report on family activities inVietnam.D.A tale about Vietnamese Lunar New Year.5.Whats the authors attitude towards theVietnams actions to control COVID-19?A.Critical.B.
16、Positive.C.Doubtful.D.Unconcerned.6.What was the change about fish release inVietnamthis year?A.It required few lake fish.B.It was more interesting and diverse.C.It was more environmentally friendly.D.It required more people and plastic bags.7.What can be the best title for the text?A.Vietnamese Res
17、pect Gods During the Festive Time B.Vietnamese Mark Lunar New Year with Fish Release C.Vietnamese Lunar New Year Celebrations Are Funny D.Traditional Lunar New Year Promotes Animal Protection C If you travel inAthens,against popular belief,I would highly recommend saving the Acropolis for your secon
18、dday.As attractive as it is to head straight to the most famous building in the city,there are several reasons why you should hold off until later.Sunriseis the best time to see the ruins,and who wants to spend their first day in anew citywaking up at6 a.m.?On top of that,the Acropolis is going to m
19、ake every other site inAthensless important in comparison,so I recommend not hitting it on your first day.We got to the southeast gate at 7：30,half an hour before it opened at 8.When the gate opened,we rushed to the hill.Our plan paid off because we had the whole complex to ourselves for five minute
20、s.In this age of overtourism,getting to the greatness of the Acropolis with nobody else around felt special and excited.The Acropolis is the name given to the complex on top of the hill,and its made up of several buildings.Theres theTempleofAthena Nike,the Parthenon,the Old Temple of Athena,the Lege
21、ndary Olive Tree of the Pandroseion,the Porch of the Caryatids at the Erechtheion.and on your way down,the Odeon of Herodes Atticus.Something that sounds boring but isnt is theAcropolisMuseum,and I recommend spending a couple of hours there.As someone who is a museum-avoider,I listened to the recomm
22、endations of everyone who had been,and made myself go inside.And I loved it.The museum houses tons of sculptures unearthed from the Acropolis,and it was interesting to check them out.Head toSyntagma Squarenext to watch the changing of the guard.This takes place every hour on the hour,so try to time
23、your visit perfectly.The guards wear fun clothes and make for interesting photos.8.The author suggests visiting the Acropolis on the second day so that _.A.it can save visitors a lot of time B.it can save visitors from getting up early C.it can make for a better travel experience D.it can give visit
24、ors a better understanding ofAthens 9.How did the author feel when he ran to the top of the hill?A.Bored.B.Worried.C.Relaxed.D.Amazed.10.With what may the author agree about theAcropolisMuseum?A.It is so great that it should be visited last.B.It is enjoyable and worth visiting.C.It wastes a lot of t
25、ime.D.It should be avoided.11.What is the purpose of the text?A.To provide some advice on visiting the Acropolis.B.To introduce the history of the Acropolis.C.To call on people to protect historic sites.D.To encourage people to travel around.D The prevalence of melanoma(黑素瘤)has been rapidly rising a
26、round the world for nearly a century.While some of the increase may be due to better detection,researchers also believe its because were spending more time outdoors in the sun,vacationing to warmer climates during the winter and using tanning beds.That rise is concerning,since melanoma is the most d
27、angerous kind of skin cancer.Most of us know to cover up and apply sunscreen on hot,sunny days,but when fall arrives,we tend to drop those habits.Experts warn thats a mistake.Though theres less need for sun protection after summer ends,exposure to UV rays still adds up.What precautions you should ta
28、ke to defend against melanoma during the cooler months depends on where you are in the world.Thats because the further away you are from the equator,the more UV rays weaken in the winter.“In southern England or Canada,the daily dose of UVA on a clear summer day is 6.5 times higher than on a clear wi
29、nter day,”says Professor Brian Diffey of the British Association of Dermatologists.“People in those countries typically receive only about 5%of their annual UV exposure in the winter months.”But no matter where you are,even during colder,lower risk months,its a mistake to put your sun-protection hab
30、its on ice.“Its important to wear sun-screen when there is a lot of glare from the snow,”says Victoria Mar,director of the Victorian Melanoma Service at Alfred Hospital in Melbourne,Australia.Finally,you should monitor your moles(痣).“Early detection of melanoma is vital for successful treatment,”say
31、s Diffey.If its caught before it spreads to other parts of the body,the patient will have 99%of chance to survive for five years.If its caught late,that can drop to 25%.Warning signs are a mole thats changing size,shape or colour,or one thats asymmetrical sometimes referred to as“ugly duckling”moles
32、.If you have concerns,talk to your doctor.12.Whats the main cause of the rise ofmelanoma?A.The climate change.B.Better detection.C.More exposure to the sun.D.The increase ofskin cancer.13.Whats a mistake according to experts?A.Applying sunscreen in summer.B.Wearing sun-screen when there is snow.C.Us
33、ing sunscreen during lower risk months.D.Dropping sun-protection habits in winter.14.What can we learn from the last paragraph?A.Prevention is better than cure.B.Health is better than wealth.C.A disease known is half cured.D.When the sun comes in,the doctor comes out.15.What is the best title of the
34、 text?A.Detect Melanoma.B.Beware Winter Rays.C.Monitor Your Moles.D.Spend Less Time Outdoors.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 You cant help spending much money during the festival season.However,its not impossible to save.Here are some tips you can take to prevent
35、 yourself from overspending.Surround yourself with people who make you feel good.Theres a common trick played by the advertising industry._16_,the advertising industry tries their best to appeal to your emotions in order to motivate you to buy their products.So,instead of falling into their marketin
36、g trap,surround yourself with the people you love and make yourself feel good.Dont buy anything hot-headedly.Ever heard of the saying,“A fool and his money are soon parted”?_17_.Consider renting._18_.After all,how often will you be wearing that normal dress?_19_.When it comes to clothes,you should o
37、ften pick out the unused.Selling them on eBay or Carousell can give you extra cash to go shopping with.Remind yourself of the things you have.You may not know about yourself.Every time you look at your closet(壁橱)and organize it,you find just how many items of clothing you have._20_.A.Sell items you
38、dont need B.If you are in a bad mood C.Put away the clothes you dont wear D.When you are attracted to buy certain products E.This prevents you from wanting to go shopping even more F.It warns you not to be a man who doesnt think twice about parting with his money G.Renting a dress or a bag for a spe
39、cial occasion could actually save you more money 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 It was just the three of usmy parents and me.My dad is a truck driver,and was gone most of the time,_21_supplies around theMidwest.So my mother was always li
40、ke a_22_mother.We moved there on my third birthday.My first memory is our next-door_23_Arlene and her husband Bill,to whom I was always talking.I think what drew me to Arlene and Bill is that they never_24_listening to me.I also think Arlene saw a lot of herself in me-we were both lonely,anxious kid
41、s.Bill too.And that may be_25_she always took the time to listen to me.It was a wonderful_26_.One day,my parents asked Bill and Arlene whether theyd_27_me while they went out on a date.This worked well,so it became a monthly_28_.When I was about five,I had an idea,“What if Bill and Arlene_29_me as t
42、heir granddaughter?”The next day,I knocked on their door,sat down in their living room,and asked,“Will you guys be my grandparents?”They started crying and_30_accepted.Soon after they printed an adoption certificate,and_31_it on their living room wall from then on.I was surprised that they took my o
43、ffer so_32_.They could have_33_it off.Thinking of that moment still brings tears to my eyes.There is something truly_34_about a child offering up her love and adults being so excited to accept it.Over the years,Bill and Arlene_35_me in all my dreams.They encouraged me to apply for college.And when I
44、 got accepted toColoradoStateUniversity,they presented me with a_36_.They told me theyd been putting away money for me.Since Ive become an adult,Ive learned more about my grandparents.Both of them grew up poor.Their lives werent as_37_as they appeared to be.But the two of them always seemed genuinel
45、y happy in each others_38_.Arlene passed away in 2013.Bill gave me the ring hed_39_to Arlene on their 25thwedding anniversary which I wear on my ring finger as a_40_of the kind of love I wish to put into this world.21.A.providing B.carrying C.producing D.delivering 22.A.lonely B.single C.desperate D
46、.young 23.A.friends B.neighbors C.colleagues D.s 24.A.get tired of B.get rid of C.get away with D.get on with 25.A.what B.how C.why D.where 26.A.devotion B.appreciation C.connection D.contribution 27.A.watch B.see C.observe D.monitor 28.A.existence B.occurrence C.preference D.consequence 29.A.treat
47、B.make C.appoint D.adopt 30.A.gently B.ly C.eventually D.enthusiastically 31.A.painted B.hung C.removed D.held 32.A.secretly B.flexibly C.seriously D.automatically 33.A.smiled B.teased C.dropped D.laughed 34.A.admirable B.beneficial C.ambitious D.satisfactory 35.A.supported B.favoured C.conducted D.
48、congratulated 36.A.bank B.figure C.fund D.picture 37.A.specific B.casual C.perfect D.tough 38.A.company B.way C.commitment D.appearance 39.A.sent B.gifted C.donated D.lent 40.A.warn B.sign C.message D.reminder 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 Of all the wonderful creat
49、ures living under the sea,perhaps the_41._(strange)are jellyfish.Some jellyfish species have a bad reputation for_42._(scare)away tourists.But with more and more plastic rubbish ending up in these days you are as likely to swim in a plastic bag_43._a jellyfish.In the past few years,tiny pieces of pl
50、astic called micro plastics_44._(be)a significant problem for the worlds seas and oceans.Now the UN lists plastic pollution as one of the worlds top environmental_45._(threat).Scientists are using jellyfish mucus(黏液),which is thick and_46._(stick)liquid produced in jellyfishs bodies,to breakdown mic