2020学年度高三英语上学期期中考试卷

2020学年度高三英语上学期期中考试卷（满分150分，时间120分钟 Nov.2020）一 听力（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）听下面5段对话，每段对话仅读一遍。1. What does the woman want the man to do?A.Learn to sing. B.Play the piano. C.Teach her to sing.2. What will the woman do?A.Return the record to the man at once.B.Borrow a record from the man next week.C.Return the rrecord to the man next week.3. Where are they talking now?A.outside a bookstore. B.In a reading room. C.In front of a library.4. Where does the conversation most likely take place?A.At a department store. B.At a club. C.At the zoo.5. What is the total cost for both tickets?A.50 yuan. B.70 yuan. C.75 yuan.听下面5段对话或独白，每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6. Who is Mark probably?A.Susans husband. B.The mans brother. C.The womans husband.7. When will they probably have dinner together?A.On Saturday morning. B.OnSaturdayevening C.On Sunday evening.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。8. What are the two speakers going to do now?A.To eat something B.To call their friend. C.To walk around town.9. Why does the man want the woman to meet Howard? . A.He is a funny manager. B.He is the hotel manager C.He is leaving the town soon.10. When will the two speakers meet Howard?A.Before 1:00. B.At 1:00. C.After 1:00.听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。11. Where did the conversation probably take place?A.In a department store. B.In a furniture store. C.In a factory.12. What would the new sofas cost each?A.3. B.62. C.65.13.When would the woman probably come again?A.Next Thursday. B.Next Friday. C.In two weeks.听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。14.Why was Susana on the train?A.She was going to work. B.She was coming home from work. C.She was travelling to another city.15.What did she do when the robber pointed a knife at her?A.She gave him her money. B.She asked other passengers to help.C.She caught hold of his knife.16.Who caught the robber when he was running away?A.Susana herself. B.Two other passengers. C.The conductor.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17.Who advises Robert to give up smoking?A.The headmaster. B.His friends. C.His students.18.How old was Robert when he became a teacher?A.Twenty-one. B.Twenty-two. C.Twenty-three.19.Why was Mr.Green angry?A.Robert couldnt explain clearly B.The students didnt listen carefully.C.Robert smoked in class.20.What does Robert mean by saying the last two sentences?A.What Mr.Green said is not reasonable.B.Robert wishes to have two mouths.C.It was acceptable for Robert to smoke in class.二，单项选择，（15分）21.The player won _silver medal of _Womens 100-metre race in the 27th Olympic Games . A.the ; the B.the ;/ C. a ;the D.a;/22.-Do you know more about the mine accident?-Oh,sorry,I have no idea.I_the Rescue Center now.A.will be phoning B.am to phone C.will phone D.have phoned23.-Shall I give you a lift since you live so far away?-Thank you._.A.Of course you can B.It couldnt be better C.If you like D.Its up to you24The great trouble he_show us how to run the machine_him completely tired.A.takes to:makes B.took to ;made C.took ; made D.took ; to make25.They have eaten all the oranges on the table and _was left for me.A.none B.nothing C.no one D.not anything26.-I couldnt find Mr. Smith everywhere this morning . Where was it that you met him?-It was in the house _he used to live.A. / B.which C.that D.where27Im feeling completely tired out;Ive been _ever since eight oclock this morning.A.on the go B.on business C.on board D. at the work28The price of any product is linked to a complicated system of prices_everything depends on everything else.A.which B. .where C.that D.of which29. In that case,there is nothing you can do_than wait even though you are in a hurry to leave. A.more B.less C. better D.other30 _the PLA man caught her，the little girl would have fallen into the river. A.If B.But for C.But that D.Unless31.The theory he has stuck_us that earthquakes can be forecast.A.to prove B.to proves to C.proved to D.which proves32.-How about some more coffee?-_. A.I enjoy it very much B.Thats all rightC.Just a little ,please D.it tastes nice33.Mrs. Brown was very disappointed to see the washing machine she had had_went wrong again.A. repair B.it repaired C.repaired D.to be repaired34.On the ceiling of our class_twelve lights,_make our class bright.A.are hanging;which B.are hung ;as C.are hanged ;which D.hang ;which35.The boss was pleased with _must be done had be done.A.all that B.what C.all what D.that what三完型填空。（30分）My life storySometimes, when I look at the pile of school books and my reflection in the mirror, I sigh.No, its not 36 unhappiness, just the realization that everythings going so 37 . It seemed like yesterday I was still a little girl in 7th Grade. 38 being a freshman looks 39 enough to touch, if I reach out my hand? I can almost feel the responsibilities, the burdens of 40 , pressing against my shoulders.Yes, Im still a 41 in many ways. I do not want to grow up and actually Im fighting against it. But I know it is a losing 42 . And as I have realized that, I come to the 43 where I have to 44 what I want to do with my life.What I never told anyone was that I want the 45 life: I want to go to the university only ten-minutes walk away, to be 46 my family and friends, to get a job in this city. I want to live with my parents (I cant remember the 47 time I called them mommy and daddy) and be a little girl 48 .You see, being ordinary is all very 49 . I like being ordinary most times ,but I like being exceptional 50 . What I do not want is to become one of those people whose 51 have been washed away by time. I do not want to be someone who lives everyday 52 about the next days salary, someone whose highlight is to have a good table for poker (扑克), someone who can say 53 when a child asks for a life story. As boring as life stories are, isnt it 54 to have nothing to tell?This is my life story 55 , and I hope I have more to tell in the future.36. A. as usual B. as if C. because of D. in general37. A. fastB. strange C. difficult D. wrong38. A. But B. So C. Though D. When39. A. wonderful B. likely C. soon D. close40. A. history B. family C. competing others D. growing up41. A. pupil B. loser C. child D. fighter42. A. battle B. dream C. goal D. wonderland43. A. conclusion B. point C. place D. limit44. A. think B. decide C. know D. tell45. A. ordinary B. comfortable C. easy D. great46. A. around B. near C. beside D. for47. A. onlyB. happy C. funD. last48. A. thenB. instead C. forever D. otherwise49. A. wellB. simple C. right D. natural50. A. indeedB. more C. lately D. least51. A. storiesB. dreams C. interests D. news52. A. worrying B. caring C. setting D. complaining53. A. noB. nothing C. something D. such54. A. sadB. right C. silly D. funny55. A. in factB. after all C. so far D. in all四：阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）AIn cities with rent control, the city government sets the maximum rent that a landlord（房东）can charge for an apartment. Supporters of rent control argue that it protects people who are living in apartments. Their rent cannot increase; therefore, they are not in danger of losing their homes. However, the critics say that after a long time, rent control may have negative（负面的）effects. Landlords know that they cannot increase their profits. Therefore, they invest（投资）in other businesses where they can increase their profits. They do not invest in new buildings which would also be rent controlled. As a result, new apartments are not built. Many people who need apartments cannot find any. According to the critics, the end result of rent control is a shortage of apartments in the city.Some theorists argue that the minimum wage law can cause problems in the same way. The federal government sets the minimum that an employer must pay workers. The minimum helps people who generally look for unskilled, low paying jobs. However, if the minimum is high, employers may hire fewer workers. They will replace workers with machinery. Therefore, other things being equal, the number of workers that employers want decreases. Thus, critics hold the opinion that an increase in the minimum wage may cause unemployment. Some poor people may find themselves without jobs instead of with jobs at the minimum wage.Supporters of the minimum wage say that it helps people keep their dignity（尊严）. Because of the law, workers cannot sell their services for less than the minimum. Furthermore, employers cannot force workers to accept jobs at unfair wages.Economic（经济的）theory predicts the results of economic decisions such as decisions about farm production, rent control, and the minimum wage. The predictions may be correct only if “other things are equal”. Economists do not agree on some of the predictions. They also do not agree on the value of different decisions. Some economists support a particular decision while others criticize it. Economists do agree, however, that there are no simple answers to economic questions.56There is the possibility that setting maximum rent may .Acause a shortage of apartmentsBworry those who rent apartments as homesCincrease the profits of landlordsDencourage landlords to invest in building apartment57We can safely say that rent control .Awill always benefit those who rent apartmentsBis unnecessaryCwill bring negative effects in the long runDis necessary under all circumstances58The problem of unemployment will arise if .Athe minimum wage is set too highBthe minimum wage is set too lowCthe workers are unskilledDthe maximum wage is set59Which of the following statements is NOT true?AThe results of economic decisions can not always be predicted.BMinimum wage can not always protect employees.CEconomic theory can predict the results of economic decisions if other factors are notchanging.DEconomists usually have the same prediction about an economic decision.BMaterial Girl no more? Madonna says writing childrens books is more satisfying than being a movie star.Her book, The English Roses, went on sale on September 15th, appearing in 100 countries and in 30 languages as the first in her series of tales for children. The pop diva (女歌唱家), whose only book until now was the 1992 photo essay titled “Sex”, said she wrote the books to teach children some of the life lessons shes learned over the years.“The most fun that Ive had of all the things Ive done successfully has been to write these books. A lot of it has to do with the fact that Im not doing it to become more famous, and Im not doing it to become richer. Im doing it because I want to share something I know with children.”Hours after its release, the 48page book was already No. 8 on Amazon, coms sales list. The first print is 1 million copies worldwide, with more than 750,000 in the United States. The English Roses is about a friendship shared by four girls and their mutual (共同的) envy of a beautiful classmate, with illustrations (插图) by fashion artist Jeffrey Fulvimari.“There is one life-giving force in the world,” Madonna declared. “When we disconnect from this life-giving force, thats when we bring pain and suffering into our lives. Each of the stories has to do with different ways you disconnect from God. ”Madonna also said she was deeply affected by the experience of raising two children, Lourdes, 6, and Rocco, 3. The English Roses is the latest among a growing number of celebrity written childrens books.The next book in the series, “Mr Peabodys Apples,” will be out in November. Each tale is set in a different time and place and has new characters and different illustrators.60. How many books does Madonnas series of tales include?A. At least 3. B.4. C. At least 2. D. 6.61. According to the idea of Madonna, the underlined phrase “life-giving force” in Paragraph 5 refers to .A. The English Roses. B. God C. Mr Peabodys Apples. D. her life62. According to the passage, Madonna wrote the book The English Roses in order to .A. provide children with fun B. teach children some life lessonsC. teach children how to become famous D. share her success with childrenCMost people agree that the direct, assertive(过分自信的) American personality is a virtue, but it sometimes surprises foreigners. In many cultures, respect for older people or those in positions of authority keeps others from expressing their true feelings. But in the U.S, children often argue with their parents, students may disagree with their teachers, and citizens may express opposition to the actions of the government. If the soup has a fly in it or the meat is too tough to chew, the diner can complain to the waiter, if the boss makes a mistake, an employee will politely point it out.Some straight talk about the American character must include the admission that Americans have their faults. The extremely competitive nature of Americans is probably their worst fault. Of course, competition isnt always bad. As a matter of fact, it promotes excellence by encouraging individuals and businesses to try to do their best. But the desire to get ahead of others sometimes causes people to do things that are unkind and even dishonest. Also, Americans admire what is practical, fast, efficient, and fresh. Sometimes they fail to understand and appreciate practices that have greater respect for more traditional, leisurely ways of doing things. On the other hand, people from other cultures may dislike the practical, challenging American lifestyle.Despite culture differences, most foreigners give Americans credit for their virtues. Americans are generally viewed as friendly, adaptable, energetic, and kindhearted. Most newcomers to the U.S. like Americans, and the feeling is usually mutual. Perhaps the greatest American virtue is a deep interest in new ideas and new people. In a nation of immigrants, the foreigner does not remain an outsider for long.63.In order to show the respect for older people,. .A. people from some other cultures will always express their true feelingB. people from some other cultures may sometimes hide their true feelingC. Americans always show their true feelingsD. Americans usually argue with them64.Why is the extremely competitive nature considered as one of American faults?A. Because people from other cultures fear competition.B. Because only American people own it.C. Because it will make people forget leisure.D. Because it may sometimes urge people to do something bad.65.It can be inferred from the passage that . .A. American people are more critical of everything than people from other culturesB. the author believes that American character has more faults than virtuesC. the author admires American virtues as they are viewed as competitive and anti traditionalD. it is difficult for newcomers to get on with Americans66.The passage mainly talks about . .A. American virtues B. American charactersC. American faults D. American lifestylesDEnthusiasmYears ago, when I started looking for my first job, wise advisers said, Barbara, be enthusiastic! Enthusiasm will take you further than any amount of experience. How right they were!Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm, wrote Ralph Waldo Emerson. It is the paste that helps you hang on there when the going gets tough. It is the inner voice that whispers, I can do it! when others shout, “No, you can t!” It took years and years for the early work of Barbara MeClintock, a geneticist(遗传学家) who won the 1983 Nobel Prize in medicine, to be generally accepted. Yet she didnt let up on herexperiments. Work was such a deep pleasure for her that she never thought of stopping.We are all born with wideeyed, enthusiastic wonder and it is this childlike wonder that gives enthusiastic people such youthful air, whatever their age. At 90, cellist(大提琴家)Pablo Casals would start his day by playing Bach(巴赫). As the music flowed through his fingers, his bent shoulders would straighten and joy would reappear in his eyes. As author and poet Samuel once wrote, Years make the skin old, but to give up enthusiasm makes the soul old.Enthusiastic people also love what they do, regardless of money, tide or power. Patricia Mcllrath, retired director of the Missouri Repertory Theater in Kansas City, was once asked where she got her enthusiasm. She replied, My father, a lawyer, long ago told me, I never made a penny until I stopped working for money.If we cannot do what we love as a full- time career, we can do it as a hobby. Elizabeth Layton of Wellsville, Kan, was 68 before she began to draw. This activity ended hersadness that had troubled her for at least 30 years, and the quality of her work led one critic （评论员) to say, I am persuaded to call Layton a genius.We cant afford to waste tears on might have beens. We need to turn thetears into sweat as we go after what-can-be. We need to live each moment whole-heartedly, with all our senses finding pleasure in the sweet smell of a backyard garden, the simple picture of a six-year-old, and t