广东省2012届高三英语考前冲刺卷(八).doc

广东省2012届高三考前冲刺卷(八)英语试题.语言知识及应用(共两节，满分45分)第一节完形填空(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从115各题所给的A、B、C和D项中，选出最佳选项。I am a team leader in an insurance company.We are going through a lot of changes right now，which is _1_ much stress for all of us.A few weeks ago I was having a day so _2_ that I even doubted if I had the ability to do this challenging work，and was about ready to change to a less stressful job _3_.Something happened that day changed my way of _4_，and I am so appreciative of this young lady.I want to let her know that the small act _5_.On the top of my cubicle (工作隔间) I have a small collection of lighthouses (灯塔) to let people know where I am sitting in case my team members have to find me for emergencies.That day I came into the office and was about to get the day _6_ when Crystal came over.I asked if she needed anything.She said，“I _7_ you something.” I looked at her with a _8_ look and said，“Well，thank you，but why would you buy me anything？” I had never spoke to this young lady before.She said，“Every day I stand up and look across the _9_ and see your lighthouses.Then I feel I am not alone and I encourage myself that there are always _10_ things in life.I saw this on the way to work and thought you would like it.I wish it would have the same _11_ as your lighthouses do.” In her hand she had a small globe with a lighthouse and a ship on it.I gave her a hug and _12_ her.I dont think she knows how much that small act of _13_ changed my day：I remained _14_ the rest of the day.For anyone that reads this，I hope you remember，no matter what the _15_ is，you could change someones day，or even his views on life.1A.preventingBreducingCcausingDsuffering2A.funnyBniceCbadDdull3A.everywhereBelsewhereCanywhereDnowhere4A.workingBbehavingCspeakingDthinking5A.broke my heartBtouched my heartClost my heartDtore my heart6A.endedBstartedCchangedDavoided7A.borrowedBlentCsoldDbought8A.delightedBpuzzledCthankfulDworried9A.dormBofficeCshipDtower10A.brightBchallengingCbadDstressful11A.opinionBcauseCexpectationDeffect12A.praisedBthankedCscoldedDrefused13A.justiceBcourageCkindnessDtolerance14A.carefulBencouragedCtiredDalone15A.presentBworkCgestureDintention第二节语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)阅读下面短文，按照句子结构的语法性和上下文连贯的要求，在空格处填入一个适当的词或使用括号中词语的正确形式填空。One night，at 1130 pm.，an older African American woman was standing on the side of an Alabama highway trying to endure a lashing rainstorm.Her car had broken 16._and she desperately needed a ride.Soaking (湿透) wet，she 17._(decide) to flag down the next car.A young white man stopped 18._(help) hergenerally unheard of in those conflictfilled 1960s.The man took her to 19._(safe)，helped her get assistance and put her into a taxicab.She seemed to be in a big hurry，but wrote down his address，thanked 20._.Seven days went by and 21._knock came on the mans door.22._his surprise，a giant console color TV was delivered to his home.A special note was attached.It read，“Thank you so much 23._assisting me on the highway the other night.The rain drenched (湿透) not only my clothes 24._ my spirits.Then you came along.Because of you，I was able to make it to my 25._(die) husbands bedside just before he passed away.God bless you for helping me and unselfishly serving others.”.阅读(共两节，满分50分)第一节阅读理解(共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中，选出最佳选项。AMany people may be surprised by the number of chemicals that they are exposed to through everyday household products.In a study 25 women had their homes and bodies tested for 89 environmental pollutantsincluding pesticides (杀虫剂) and chemicals found in plastics and cleaning products.On average 20 chemicals were found on their bodies or in their homes.Much is unknown about the possible health effects of chemicals in everyday household products.But certain chemicalslike phthalates (邻苯二甲酸盐) found in plasticshave been linked to potential health risks，including higher risks of certain cancers，though the evidence mainly comes from research on lab animals.Other household chemicals are known to harm the skin，eyes and airwaysand may worsen asthma (哮喘)Many more chemicals found remain untested.Chemicals likely come from a range of sources，so it is not always clear how to reduce peoples exposure，according to Dr.Rebecca Altman，the lead researcher on the new study.“However，” she said，“there are still measures people can take.”In the original study，she noted，women were given advice based on the particular chemicals they were exposed tosuch as using fragrancefree washing liquid and personalcare products.For the current study，Altman and her colleagues interviewed two dozen women whod taken part in the previous study to see how they would react to information about their household chemical exposures.They found that the women were generally surprised at the range of chemicals found in their homes and bodies.They were also surprised that even some banned things were found.With many questions about the health effects of household chemicals unanswered，some experts worry that giving people information about their everyday exposures will cause unnecessary fear.However，the researchers found that the women in their study were typically not alarmed，and instead wanted “more rather than less” information on the issue.26Which of the following statements about chemicals in household products is TRUE?ASome of them have bad effects on health，while some have good effects.BLongterm exposure to them is certain to cause a deadly illness.CIn the study it was found that certain chemicals can cause cancers.DIt is uncertain what effects some chemicals have on health.27The underlined word “airways” in Paragraph 3 most probably refers to _.Athe passage running from your nose and throat to the lungsBthings that look like fine threads growing in the bodyCthe passage between rows of rooms in a buildingDthe area just inside the front door of a building28Why is it NOT clear how to reduce exposure to chemicals?ABecause all everyday products contain chemicals.BBecause much is unknown about the sources.CBecause chemicals come from a variety of sources.DBecause measures have not been tested for their effects.29According to Dr.Rebecca Altman，_.Awomen were more likely to be harmed by chemicalsBfragrant products may contain harmful chemicalsCit is unnecessary to inform people about the study resultsDfurther study on everyday products should be done immediately30What was the womens attitude towards the study results?AThey were angry that so many chemicals were found.BThey refused to be subjects for the study any more.CThey were afraid of getting bad news about their health.DThey would like to know more related information.BPenguins live together，but each pair has a little piece of ground of their own.When a penguin wants to walk through its neighbors ground，it must ask permission.If it does not do that，it will have to fight.Most of the time，penguins live on the water.They eat shell fish and look after their children carefully.All penguins are good parentsthe male penguins are perhaps the best parents in the world.They walk in the sea in the middle of the dark Antarctic water.They choose their wives in the dark.They can only hear themnot see them.Then the female penguins lay their eggs and go away for about two months.The males take care of the eggs.If the eggs get cold，there will be no chicks.There is no food.The snow falls heavily and the wind blows stronglysometimes at 150 kilometers an hour.The penguins do not move.When the females return from the sea，they will not remember their husbands.It does not matter.Only one thing mattersthe eggs.Male penguins never fightunless a penguin leaves a chick for a minute.They then fight because they all want it.They are strange and wonderful birds.31It seems interesting and unusual that the male penguins choose their wives _.Awhen the female penguins return from the seaBjust by hearing in the darknessCeach time they see the lovely femalesDafter they have had their own grounds32Male penguins fight when _.Athey choose their wivesBthey see a chick left aloneCthey want to get something to eatDthey walk through their neighbors ground33From the passage we know that _.Apenguins live a hard lifeBpenguins live in pairsCpenguins will fight if one walks through others ground without permissionDeach penguin has a little piece of ground of its own34The penguins choose their wives in the dark.We can infer that _.Apenguins like nights very muchBthere is no daytime in that place at allCthe weather is cloudy and rainy all the year aroundDthe sun cant shine there for nearly half a year every year35Which of the following is NOT true?AFemale penguins take care of the eggs.BFemale penguins often have their new husbands.CMale penguins use their ears to choose wives.DMale penguins dont move when they take care of eggs，even though the wind often blows strongly.CThe French word renaissance means rebirth.It was first used in 1855 by the historian Jules Michelet in his History of France，then adopted by historians of culture，by art historians，and eventually by music historians，all of whom applied it to European culture during the 150 years spanning 14501600.The concept of rebirth was appropriate to this period of European history because of the renewed interest in ancient Greek and Roman culture that began in Italy and then spread throughout Europe.Scholars and artists of the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries wanted to restore the learning and ideals of the classical civilizations of Greece and Rome.To these scholars this meant a return to humanas opposed to spiritual values.Fulfillment in lifeas opposed to concern about an afterlifebecame a desirable goal，and expressing the entire range of human emotions and enjoying the pleasures of the senses were no longer frowned on.Artists and writers now turned to secular(不朽的)as well as religious subject matter and sought to make their works understandable and appealing.These changes in outlook deeply affected the musical culture of the Renaissance periodhow people thought about music as well as the way music was composed，experienced，discussed，and circulated.They could see the architectural monuments，sculptures(雕塑)，plays，and poems that were being rediscovered，but they could not actually hear ancient musicalthough they could read the writings of classical philosophers，poets，essayists，and music theorists that were becoming available in translation.They learned about the power of ancient music to move the listener and wondered why modern music did not have the same effect.For example，the influential religious leader Bernardino Cirillo expressed disappointment with the learned music of his time.He urged musicians to follow the example of the sculptors，painters，architects，and scholars who had rediscovered ancient art and literature.The musical Renaissance in Europe was more a general cultural movement and state of mind than a specific set of musical techniques.Furthermore，music changed so rapidly during this century and a halfthough at different rates in different countriesthat we cannot define a single Renaissance style.36What is the passage mainly about?AThe musical compositions that best illustrate the developments during the European Renaissance.BThe musical techniques that were in use during the European Renaissance.CThe European Renaissance as a cultural development that included changes in musical style.DThe ancient Greek and Roman musical practices used during the European Renaissance.37The underlined word “now” in Paragraph 1 refers to _.A1855Bthe period of the RenaissanceCtile time of the classical civilizations of Greece and RomeDthe time at which the author wrote the passage38It can be inferred from the passage that thinkers of the Renaissance were seeking a rebirth of _.Aspirituality in everyday lifeBcommunication among artists across EuropeCa cultural emphasis on human valuesDreligious themes in art that would accompany the traditional secular themes39What can be inferred about the music of ancient Greece and Rome?AIts effect on listeners was described in a number of classical texts.BIt was played on instruments that are familiar to modern audiences.CIt expressed more different ideals than classical sculpture，painting and poetry.DIt had the same effect on Renaissance audiences as it had when originally performed.40According to the passage，why was Bernardino Cirillo disappointed with the music of his time?AIt did not contain enough religious themes.BIt had little emotional impact on audiences.CIt was not complex enough to appeal to musicians.DIt was too dependent on the art and literature of his time.DThe high school prom is the first formal social event for most American teenagers.It has also been a rite(仪式) of passage for young Americans for nearly a century.The word “prom” was first used in the 1890s，referring to formal dances in which the guests of a party would display their fashions and dancing skills during the evenings grand march.In the United States，parents and educators have come to regard the prom as an important lesson in social skills.Therefore，proms have been held every year in high schools for students to learn proper social behavior.The first high school proms were held in the 1920s in America.By the 1930s，proms were common across the country.For many older Americans，the prom was a modest，homegrown affair in the school gymnasium.Promgoers were well dressed but not fancily dressed up for the occasion：boys wore jackets and ties and girls their Sunday dresses.Couples danced to music provided by a local amateur band or a record player.After the 1960s，and especially since the 1980s，the high school prom in many areas has become a serious exercise in excessive consumption，with boys renting expensive tuxedos and girls wearing designer gowns.Expensive cars were hired to drive the promgoers to big restaurants or discos for an allnight celebrationsWhether simple or lavish，proms have always been more or less upsetting events for adolescents who worry about selfimage and fitting in with their peers.Prom night can be a fearful experience for socially awkward teens or for those who do not secure dates.Since the 1990s，alternative proms have been organized in some areas to meet the needs of particular students.For example，proms organized by and for homeless youth were reported.There were also “couplefree” proms to which all students are welcome.41In what way are high school proms significant to American teenagers?AThey are part of the graduation ceremony.BThey are occasions for teens to show off their wealth.CThey are important events for teenagers to learn social skills.DThey are formal events in which teens share their fearful experiences.42Which best expresses the main idea of the third paragraph?AProper social behavior must be observed by promgoers.BProms held in earlier times gave less pressure to teenagers.CProms are regarded as important because everyone dresses up for the occasion.DThe prom has changed from a modest event to an expensive party over the years.43According to the text，what led to alternative proms?ANot all students behaved well at the proms.BProms were too serious for young promgoers.CTeenagers wanted to attend proms with their dates.DStudents with special needs did not enjoy conventional proms.44Which is true according to the text?AUnconventional proms have been organized since the 1990s.BIn the 1980s，proms were held in local churches for teenagers to attend.CProms have been a significant event in American high schools since the 1930s.DIn the 1890s，high school proms were allnight social events.45Which of the following is suggested but not clearly stated?AMany high school students attend proms together with their lovers.BThe first high school proms were held in the 1920s in America.CProm night can be a fearful experience for socially awkward teens.DThe high school prom is the first formal social event for most American teenagers.第二节信息匹配(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)阅读下列应用文及相关信息，并按照要求匹配信息。首先，请阅读以下学生会部门信息：AThe PresidiumOur job includes the formation of an overall work plan and organization of activities，preparation for a communication platform between students and teachers，and coordination(协调) for the departments.We will try our best to serve all in our school.BDepartment of Culture and PropagationWe design posters for all big events and activities on campus；we announce plans and activities；we distribute notices from the school and Students Union.CDepartment of Art and SportsOur job is to arrange arts and sports activities and competitions.We are devoted to the encouragement of all in our school to show their talents，as well as to enjoy rich school life.DDepartment of School Life ManagementOur department aims to solve the problems that appeared in our students school life.We listen to opinions and suggestions about the school services and equipment.We report these suggestions to the school.EDepartment of AssociationsWe are the organizers of the studentsassociations.Our job is to manage activities of the studentsassociations.We provide a ri