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1、（全国卷）2023届高三英语下学期冲刺模拟试题12第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。AAnyone can book a trip, but not everyone can plan the best adventure thats affordable and fun. Here are tips that wed like to share with you about hotels.Check Distances on a MapIts not uncommon fo
2、r hotels to slightly exaggerate(夸大) their closeness to attractions around town. If being close to a particular airport is important for your trip, confirm distances on Google Maps before you book a hotel.Be polite to the StaffA little niceness goes a long way, especially with hotel staff that has to
3、 deal with difficult guests on a regular basis. When you check in, simply say hello to the cleaning staff when you pass them in the hall. This is not only common politeness, but it also increases your chances of getting perks(额外待遇) during your stay.Skip the Package DealsTo appeal to new guests, some
4、 hotels will offer themed package deals(主题套餐) that sound exciting but may not be worth it. Sometimes these packages include things you dont want or need and the special rate could be higher than the regular rate.Ask about ParkingEspecially when you stay in large cities, parking costs really add up.
5、Look for hotels offering parking rates. If parking is expensive, apps like Best Parking can help you find nearby parking lots at cheaper rates if you dont mind walking a bit.We hope that you can find the tips on this page. Please visit us again to keep getting the best deals and travel tips.1. Befor
6、e booking a hotel, tourists are advised to _.A. check reviews of the hotel on the InternetB. confirm whether they have empty roomsC. make sure of the hotels locationD. compare prices of different hotels2. When it comes to themed package deals, the author thinks _.A. they are reasonableB. they have a
7、 lower special rateC. they may not be really worth trying D. they can satisfy tourists all needs.3. Where does this passage probably come from?A. A travelling guide. B. A tourist website.C. An adventure book. D. An entertainment magazine.BCalifornia has lost half its big trees since the 1930s, accor
8、ding to a study to be published Tuesday and climate change seems to be a major factor(因素).The number of trees larger than two feet across has declined by 50 percent on more 46,000 square miles of California forests, the new study finds. No area was spared or unaffected, from the foggy northern coast
9、 to the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the San Gabriels above Los Angeles. In the Sierra high country, the number of big trees has fallen by more than 55 percent; in parts of southern California the decline was nearly 75 percent.Many factors contributed to the decline, said Patrick Mclntyre, an ecologis
10、t who was the lead author of the study. Woodcutters targeted big trees. Housing development pushed into the woods. Aggressive wildfire control has left California forests crowded with small trees that compete with big trees for resources(资源).But in comparing a study of California forests done in the
11、 1920s and 1930s with another one between 2001 and 2010, Mclntyre and his colleagues documented a widespread death of big trees that was evident even in wildlands protected from woodcutting or development.The loss of big trees was greatest in areas where trees had suffered the greatest water shortag
12、e. The researchers figured out water stress with a computer model that calculated how much water trees were getting in comparison with how much they needed, taking into account such things as rainfall, air temperature, dampness of soil, and the timing of snowmelt(融雪).Since the 1930s, Mclntyre said,
13、the biggest factors driving up water stress in the state have been rising temperatures, which cause trees to lose more water to the air, and earlier snowmelt, which reduces the water supply available to trees during the dry season.4. What is the second paragraph mainly about?A. The seriousness of bi
14、g-tree loss in California.B. The increasing variety of California big trees.C. The distribution of big trees in California forests.D. The influence of farming on big trees in California.5. Which of the following is well-intentioned but may be bad for big trees?A. Ecological studies of forests.B. Ban
15、ning woodcutting.C. Limiting housing development. D. Fire control measures.6. What is a major cause of the water shortage according to Mclntyre?A. Inadequate snowmelt. B. A longer dry season.C. A warmer climate. D. Dampness of the air.7. What can be a suitable title for the text?A. Californias Fores
16、ts: Where Have All the Big Trees Gone?B. Cutting of Big Trees to Be Prohibited in California SoonC. Why Are the Big Trees Important to California Forests?D. Patrick Mclntyre: Grow More Big Trees in CaliforniaCI believe that, as a doctor, I should always get a blanket for my patients who need one. Ye
17、s I know there are other people who can do this. I can ask a nurse or an orderly to do it, but I believe that I should do it. So several times a day, while working in our emergency department, I leave my patients bedside, get them a nice warm blanket and cover them up, before continuing on my day.Wh
18、ich brings me back to why I believe I should offer to bring my patients a blanket. To me it is the first step in communicating to the person that my priority is his or her comfort, both physical and emotional. It is a simple act that acknowledges my desire to meet their basic needs as a patient. It
19、may be an overused expression but I want to treat my patients the way I would want my family members taken care of. This behavior was also modeled for me when I was a patient.Shortly after college I was involved in a serious accident while working in an ambulance as a volunteer. The short story is t
20、hat I broke my femur(股骨), the large bone in my thigh, and my recovery required a total of four surgeries over a year or so. The surgeon, Dr. David, who performed the last three operations, usually did his rounds late at night.He was a brilliant and talented surgeon who reminded me in appearance of a
21、 chain-smoking Einstein. He would ask about my pain and my mental state, but what I remember most is his offering to bring me French fries the next time he visited. I felt that he cared about me and, more importantly, understood what I was going through. He connected with me, and I trusted and obeye
22、d everything he told me to do.Getting a blanket and placing it on my patient is, in the end, a check and balance for me. I have the power to order hundreds of tests and treatments. I strive to always be right(or at least never wrong). And on not so rare occasions, I help save a life. But in the end,
23、 if I have not made that connection with my patient, if I have not shown them I understand their needs, then I have failed them as a physician and as a person.8. According to the author, what does the performance of giving blankets to patients mean?A. It may be an overused expression although he doe
24、snt care about it.B. It gives him the power to order tests and treatments.C. It is helpful to save a life when you are in trouble.D. It helps communicate his care towards his patients.9. The author mentioned his own experience as a patient, which of the following is NOT his intention?A. Showing his
25、gratitude for the surgeon.B. Demonstrating his action of giving blankets.C. Implying the similar function of bringing French fries and giving blankets to patients.D. Claiming the importance of patients trust toward doctors.10. What does the last sentence(paragraph 5) imply?A. The author felt regretf
26、ul for not making connection with his patients by bringing them blankets.B. A good physician should understand patients needs.C. Its important to communicate doctors care to their patients.D. The author failed as a person as he didnt show his understanding for his patients needs.11. The passage is m
27、ainly about _.A. emphasizing the importance of sincere care and understanding of patientsB. emphasizing how to build a bridge between doctors and patientsC. emphasizing that a small gesture can warm the patients heartD. emphasizing how to improve the doctor-patient relationship.DThe new SafeCap from
28、 Ford tracks head movements to determine if a wearer is about to nod off.The trucking industry is a demanding field where drivers have to cover many miles to meet tight deadlines, sometimes requiring them to drive through the night a risky practice for drivers. Research has found 11 percent of Brazi
29、lian lorry drivers, who drive more than 60,000 miles per year on average, have been in an accident over the past two years. In celebration of 60 years of truck production in Brazil, Ford is trying to help solve the problem by developing a hat that warns drivers that they might be falling asleep.Its
30、called SafeCap, and it was produced in Sao Paulo by Ford and a creative agency called GTB. Together, they conducted research that figured out which head movements were standard for drivers doing their jobs and which were associated with nodding off. They developed software that can tell the differen
31、ce and equipped a trucker hat with sensors(传感器) that warn the wearer through alarms, lights and vibrations(震动) that he may he nodding off. “SafeCap, which began as a local market project, continues to grow as we see potential around the world,” Fords head of sales, marketing and service in Brazil, O
32、swaldo Ramos Said, “After we conclude our Brazilian tests, the goal is to share with other countries.”Ford is hoping that the reaction to Safe Cap is similar to what the automaker experienced earlier this year when it produced a crib(婴儿床) that imitated a cars movements and sounds to help children sl
33、eep. Demand for the crib made the company decide to make it available for purchase. SafeCap is still in production, and Ford is open to ideas from anyone who might be able to make it better and more effective.12. By what means can SafeCap determine whether the driver is sleepy?A. Observing the drive
34、rs head movements.B. Ringing an alarm immediately.C. Tracking the drivers brain activity. D. Communicating with the driver.13. What does the underlined words “the problem” in Paragraph 2 refer to?A. The long time of driving trucks. B. The busy schedule of truck drivers.C. Truckers having to drive at
35、 night.D. Truckers running into accidents.14. What can be learnt from the last two paragraphs?A. Ford produced SafeCap by itself. B. Noises from the cap keep drivers awake.C. SafeCap hasnt been on sale yet. D. The crib ended in failure. 15. Whats Oswaldo Ramoss attitude towards the future of SafeCap
36、?A.Uncertain.B. Positive.C. Indifferent.D. Practical第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Many people consider “being alone” an awful thing, for they think it either means youre anti-social, or unwanted. However, being alone isnt necessarily a bad thing. 16 When you start
37、 to enjoy being alone, youll get in touch with your own feelings. 17 With that knowledge, its then easier to manage your feelings.Being alone makes you reflect more. 18 , youre burning a lot of energy. Being alone is to the contrary. It provides the perfect environment for reflection. Since you aren
38、t spending so much time processing the thoughts and feelings of others, its the best time to turn your focus inward. 19 Being in the company of other people can be entertaining. However, it can also seriously affect your concentration. Without disturbance, you can just put your head down and get to
39、work.Being alone gives you more freedom to do what you like. When youre constantly connected by other people, youre always making compromises to find solutions that the entire group can enjoy. Unfortunately, the things you want most may not always line up with what others want. 20 Are you alone righ
40、t now? Are you the person to see a movie alone? If theres no one to go with you, but its a movie youre longing for, please enjoy it!A. Being alone can be more productive.B. When you are in a state of being aloneC. When you re surrounded by other peopleD. A handful of benefits will appear once you le
41、arn to enjoy being alone.E. Youll create a deeper understanding of what makes you happy and upset.F. So its easy to enjoy being alone once you realize the great benefits it brings to you.G. Once you enjoy being alone, youll come to find you enjoy the company of others even more.第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）第
42、一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。As the temperature approached as high as 33 last July 4th, three police officers went into a Foods Market to get something 21 to drink. Once inside, they were asked by a security guard to help with a 22 woman. The woman in question was
43、 obviously 23 and her cheeks were wet with tears. The officers looked inside her bag. All they saw were containers of 24 .“Im hungry,” she explained 25 . Caught red-handed(当场地), the woman no doubt expected to be treated as 26 . But the police had other 27 . “Well pay for her food.” One of them told
44、the 28 security guard. She would not be 29 .Drying her wet 30 , the woman repeated, “Thank you, thank you.”.She wasnt the only one touched by this act of 31 . Customers at the store were impressed by what theyd 32 that some even posted a photo on Twitter. 33 , attention was never what the officers s
45、ought. They were 34 by a far more common emotion. When we look at someones face and see that they need you, its pretty 35 as a human being to walk away from something like this.21. A. safeB. sweetC. cleanD. cold22. A. wounded B. suspected C. reported D. wronged23. A. scared B. disappointed C. puzzle
46、d D. annoyed24. A .clothes B. medicine C. toys D. food25. A. politely B. loudly C. seriously D. helplessly26. A. thief B. beggar C. victim D. customer27. A. facts B. secrets C. ideas D. reasons28. A. rude B. surprised C. patient D. embarrassed29. A. arrested B. employed C. kept D. doubted30. A. bag
47、B. hands C. packet D. cheeks31. A. caution B. sympathy C. justice D. faith32. A. ignored B. expected C. witnessed D. recognized33. A. However B. Therefore C. Besides D. Instead34. A. attractedB. controlledC. requiredD. driven35. A. typical B. amazing C. difficult D. silly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