甘肃省天水市秦安县第二中学2015届高三下学期第三次模拟考试英语试题.doc

甘肃省天水市秦安县第二中学2015届高三下学期第三次模拟考试考试英语试卷第一部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节选择题（共15小题，每小题2分，共30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,，选出最佳答案，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AOn August 16, 1977, Elvis Presley saved me.The previous afternoon, I played with my six-year-old peers in Heather Peters backyard. I was enjoying my cake, when Heather asked me where my sleeping bag was. Only then did I know this party was a sleepover. The word “sleep-over” to a six-year-old bed-wetter is like what “cancer” means to an adult. But what if I told them I was a bed-wetter? At least with cancer, people gather at your bedside instead of running from it.I thought of a way to escape. I would explain that I needed my mothers permission to spend the nights. But as I called my Mom, Heather stood beside me to listen. She granted permission! Then I would be sleeping in the same living room as the other girls. I didnt bring my own pajamas (睡衣)，so Mrs. Peters offered me Heathers pajamas.As the other girls drifted into their sweet dreams, I tried to stay awake. “Do I need to go again? Ill stay up to go one more time. .”.Of course , I finally fell asleep.The next morning , I was the first to wake up. I was warm! I lay in panic for what seemed like hours before the other girls started to wake up. I did the only thing I could do I pretended that the bed-wetting didnt happen. I got up, took off Heathers pajamas and changed into my clothes like the other girls.Mrs. Peters walked into the room, and before she could say anything, she stepped right onto the pile of my wet pajamas. My heart stopped as I watched her face burn red. “WHO DID THIS?” She screamed, with a look so frightening. Should I answer? And that was when it happened Mr. Peters came in and grabbed his wife , Elvis Presley died!”The news of the Kings death overtook Mrs. Peters, and I ,was spared. I got home without the other girls knowing what had happened.1. The author had to spend the night at Peters because _. A. she enjoyed her cake there B. the famous singer Elvis Presley died that nightC. her mother allowed her to do so D. It was a routine of the party 2. Mrs. Peters got angry because _.A. she found the wet pajamasB. Elvis Presley passed awayC. her husband was rude to herD. all the girls slept at her house3. From the story, we know Mrs. Peters was _. A. a bad-tempered womanB. a fan of Elvis PresleyC. a woman for perfectionD. a woman who hated to wash pajamas4. The passage is mainly about _.A. an embarrassing childhood incident B. a fan-purchasing experienceC. the shocking death of a famous singer D. an unfriendly hostess BBEIJING Chinas education authority will tighten the widely criticized policy of “extra credits” for the national college entrance examination to ensure a fairer chance for all exam-takers.Under the policy, high school students who win awards in national Olympic competitions could get extra credits, up to 20 points for the national college entrance exam. Students with talent in sports and students who are from ethnic groups can also benefit from this policy. The extra credits have increased these students chances of being admitted by famous universities. Some parents were found to have helped their children fabricate(伪造)award experiences or falsify qualifications to get extra credits.“It has harmed education equality，” the ministry said.Xiong Bingqi, vice-chief of the 21st Century Education Research Institute, said the policy is designed to help students who have special talents but may be weak in academic performance to have a chance to receive higher education. It will still be needed but it is time to make the rules fairer, he said.The ministry said it will reduce the range of competitions whose winners can get extra credits, and limit the winners, privileges.The new policy will apply to students who begin high school in 2011, it said.Chen Lei, a mother of a 10-year-old girl, said she welcomed the ministrys policy adjustment as she does not want her daughter to become an Olympic competition geek.But not all the Chinese parents welcomed the new policy. “It is like a thunderbolt for me. My 13-year-old son has spent so much time studying Olympic math, and participated in so many technological competitions during vacations. It is useless now,” said Dong Wen, a 43-year-old mother.A student said, “Many students have changed the current study plan, and they can abandon the competition. I will be interested in learning the courses which can improve my abilities.”Yuan Guiren, minister of education, told China Daily that the reform is an attempt to consider the overall quality of an applicant. “But the country will not stop the national college entrance examination as it is still the most objective way to evaluate talent in China,” he said.5.It can be inferred from the passage that_.A. high school students with talent in sports are weak in academic performanceB. students who win awards in Olympic competitions cant get extra credits in 2011C. the number of competitions whose winners can be awarded extra credits will be smallerD. he extra credits have reduced students chances of being admitted by famous colleges6.What does the underlined word “geek” probably mean?A. a winnerB. a smart learner C. a competitorD. a dull student7.Which person in the passage was strongly against the new policy? A. Xiong BingqiB. Chen Lei C. Dong Wen D. Yuan Guiren8.What might be the best title for the text?A. “Extra credits” policy in China to be adjusted B. Promotion of national Olympic competitionsC. Advice on the national college entrance exam D. Chinese government to push education reformC New York-Michelle Obama made a daring decision to return to the same designer who created her Inaugural (就职）Ball dress four years ago - and the risk paid off.The First Lady looked extremely attractive in a thin, sweeping, and ruby-colored dress by designer Jason Wu. She teamed the dramatic dress with heels by Jimmy Choo and a diamond ring by Kimberly McDonald.She surprised the fashion establishment by returning to a Wu design which had been the custom made for her.Four years ago at her first Inauguration Ball, Michelle shimmered（熠熠生辉）in an off-white, one-shouldered floor-length dress by the designer.Wu, who was 26 at the time and had only been working in fashion for three years, saw his career take off after the First Ladys surprise decision to wear one of his dresses.He said at the time that he was unaware she had chosen the dress and had been watching at home on his couch and eating pizza when she appeared.After her 2013 decision, Wu told Womens Wear Daily: “Mrs Obama likes to keep her secrets. She fooled me again.”Wu released a womens clothing and accessories（装饰品）collection at Target last year and continues to be popular with the First Lady for official engagements.The sleeveless, cross-halter neck dress with low-cut back flattered（突出）49-year-old Michelles arms and neat waist.It had been created especially for her by Wu and was a departure from the dark and plain colour tone she stuck to at earlier inauguration events.Mrs Obamas new hairstyle - she had bangs（美发沙龙）cut on her birthday last week had been loosely tousled（蓬松的）for the special night.Vice-President Joe Bidens wife Jill also looked attractive in a blue silk dress by Vera Wang at the Inauguration Ball.9. What does the passage mainly talk about？A. Designer Wus great works B. Mrs. Obamas decision to return to her former fashion designer C. The First Ladys secrets. D. Wu, a great designer.10. Michelle Obamas brave decision proved to be a_.A. risk B. danger C.Surprise D. success11. According to the passage, which of the following is correct?A. Mrs Obamas inaugural dresses were made by the same designer. B. Joe Bidens wife Jill also had her dress created by Wu.C. The colour tone at Michelles earlier inaugural events was not satisfactory.D. Mrs Obama had straight forehead hair as her new hairstyle for the special night.12. Which of the following best describes Jason Wu?A. Daring and gifted. B. Unusual and cautious. C. Careful and brave.D. Talented and lucky. DWhen you travel in other countries, youll have to get yourself well prepared to ensure your safety and handle emergencies.Before you leave, youd better:1. Take out medical insurance policy and learn what the plan covers and whether departure or return to the hometown is covered. Figure out payment choices, such as whether you have to speak directly with the insurance company, before or after treatment, whether you have to pay first and get compensation later.2. Keep up to date on all required vaccinations (接种疫苗) .3. Learn about the city or area where you are going to travel. Know how to say street names and landmarks in the local language. Figure out unique climate issues such as altitude, seasonal changes, potentially risky animals and insects.4. Visit some local hospitals and write down addresses in the local language along with emergency entrance locations; do the same for dental/pediatric (小儿科的) services. Get first aid equipment with necessary medications. Take enough prescribed medication from the home country.5. Carry a card or note written in both English and the local language listing your emergency contact numbers, name, basic medical information such as blood type and allergies (过敏) .6. Ensure a reliable means of communication is available and carry an extra phone battery and a charger. Ensure that housemaids, drivers, office assistants, those who work or travel know how to call for medical assistance since they may be the only ones available in an emergency.7. Make sure to bring all documents and visas along with you. Plan your journey carefully and carry copies of documents (ID, insurance policy records, medical records) and keep in a place where someone else could access them in an emergency.13. In case you come across an emergency, you should _.A. carry a card or note which is written in the local language only B. make sure your means of communication is available and reliable C. buy enough prescribed medication from the foreign country D. buy a guide book which includes basic emergency instructions14. According to the passage, the following are true EXCEPT that _.A. you should try to make a good study of medical insurance policyB. youd make sure someone will be able to help you in emergenciesC. youd hide your copies of documents for safety in a place that no one can findD. you should try to get familiar with the city or area that you will visit 15. The best title for the text is _.A. How to Prepare for a Safe Travel B. Emergency Help at Home and AbroadC. How to Know the Place You Will Visit D. Keep Yourself Healthy When Traveling第二节（共5小题，每小题2分，满分10分）A new report says plastics are responsible for $13 billion in damage to the oceans and the undersea environment. The findings were announced recently at a United Nations conference 16 Plastic thrown away carelessly makes its way into rivers and other waterways. 17 After a while, it collects in the sea. And plastic never goes away. Plastic is not biodegradabledestroyed by bacteria or natural processes. Instead, it just breaks up into smaller pieces over time. The oceans contain a lot of chemicals and other pollutants. 18 That means harmful material may get into our food supply. 19 Human beings cause pollution and they can take steps to stop it. They can use fewer single use product containers and throw plastics away correctly. Plastic recycling programs also workswhere old bottles and other plastics are collected, broken down and used to make new products. We could reuse bottles in our households many times if we wish to, rather than end it after the first use. We could, when we get rid of that plastic, recycle it and reuse it, which replaces the need for raw materials. The report also calls on companies to improve methods for using plastics. 20 And it calls for information about the way plastic is thrown out or removed from use. By putting a new value on plastic, industry has a special reason to clean up the environment.But all of the companies must join to deal with the problem.A. The plastic eventually reaches coastal areas and ocean waters.B. But people can make a big difference.C. Plastics should be gathered together and reused.D. Then, fish may eat the plastics. E. It is convenient to use plastic bags in everyday life.F. It asks for them to better measure and direct plastic use.G. The report tells about harm to sea life and what might be done to improve the situation. 第二部分：英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节：完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。A few years ago, on a flight I fortunately met with a psychologist, Dan Gilbert. He was very humorous, and we talked a lot. I was completely 21 . He was interested in the questions that we 22 but never have the opportunity to 23 .Now Gilbert has written a book Stumbling on Happiness. Reading it 24 me of that plane ride long ago. It is a 25 to read his book. Gilbert is charming and 26 . He has a rare 27 for making very complicated ideas come 28 .Stumbling on Happiness is a book about a very simple 29 powerful idea. What distinguishes us from other animals is our ability to predict the future, 30 , our interest in predicting the future. We spend much time 31 what it would be like. Why? It is what allows us to 32 our life. It is by trying to apply some control over our futures 33 we attempt to be 34 . But by any objective measure, we are really 35 at that predictive function. We re terrible at knowing how we will feel tomorrow, and even worse at36 what will bring us happiness. Gilbert 37 to explain why we are so terrible. In making his case, Gilbert walks us 38 a series of attracting facts about the way our minds work.I suppose I really should go on at this point. But I think that might ruin the 39 of reading Stumbling on Happiness. This is a story about the mysteries of our lives. If you have even the slightest 40 about the human condition, you ought to read it. Trust me.21. A. attracted B. shocked C. excited D. interested22. A. talked about B. thought about C. cared about D. worried about23. A. find B. explore C. understand D. answer24. A. reminds B. informs C. suggests D. thinks25. A. step B. way C. hobby D. pleasure26. A. intelligent B. firm C. funny D. active27. A. interest B. gift C. ability D. power28. A. magic B. serious C. alive D. good29. A. and B. besides C. or D. but30. A. or rather B. in all C. in addition D. or else31. A. telling B. developing C. imagining D. guessing32. A. make B. protectC. thankD. shape33. A. whenB. that C. where D. what34. A. relaxed B. peaceful C. happyD. perfect35. A. bad B. angryC. slow D. disappointed36. A. predicting B. knowing C. realizing D. feeling37. A. sets about B. sets off C. sets out D. sets up38. A. overB. to C. on D. through39. A. loveB. experience C. scene D. idea40. A. curiosity B. hope C. patience D. knowledge第II卷注意：将答案写在答题卷上。写在本试卷上无效。第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） When I was thirteen, my parents and I visited an eye doctor. After the examination, _41_ doctor said with coldness that I had an eye disease. I had inherited it, _42_my brothers eyes seemed to be fine. Fifteen years after that, my father began to lose _43_sight and I did, too. I fixed all my attention _44_the effects of my own darkness. My world seemed _45_(break) down and it destroyed all my dreams. _46_, I learnt new things from my father. Twenty years later, I look back at what he has given me. He taught me the determination to move forward _47_ facing difficulties. His journey taught me valuable lessons for my own path in the darkness. He had held onto his faith and moved from his comfortable hometown to this unknown land. I did the same as I stepped into the strange _48_(sight) world. Later I gained confidence and learned the language of thankfulness. With great appreciation for my fathers example, I learned the powerful combination of faith and insistence and _49_(perform) my own different roles. Luckily, _40_ I inherited from my father helped me see my life differently. 第三部分：写作（共两节，满分35分）第一节短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（），并在其下面写出该加的词。删除：把多余的词用斜线（）划掉。修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。注意：1. 每处错误及其修改仅限一词。 2. 只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。When it comes to the TV, there will be