江苏省宿迁市沭阳国际学校2020届高三英语上学期期初考试试题（应届班无答案）

沭阳国际学校2020学年度第一学期期初测试高三英语试卷第卷（共85分）第一部分：听力（共两节，满分20分）第一节(共5小题：每小题1分，满分5分)听下面5段对话，每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1How many students visited the Buckingham Palace?ATwelve.BTen.CSix.2Where does the conversation probably take place?AAt home.BIn a park.COn the phone.3What is the man?AA teacher.BA manager.CA doctor.4What can we learn from the conversation?AThe womans brother will go to study abroad.BThe womans brother will get married next month.CThe womans brother has passed the college entrance exam.5What does the man mean?AHe doesnt have enough time to learn English.BHe doesnt study English very hard.CHe isnt good at English.第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）听下面5段对话或独白,每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听下面一段对话，回答第6和第7两个小题。6What kind of people will visit the science museum?AVisitors coming to the city.BBill, Jane and their friends.CA lot of students from the city.7What does Jane think of the restaurants in the city?AThey are big.BThey are special.CThe food is delicious.听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10三个小题。8Why didnt the woman see Tommy yesterday?AHe went to the insurance company.BHe has finished his class.CHe didnt go to school.9What was the result of the accident?ATommy was all right but the car was damaged.BTommy was injured and the car was damaged.CThe car was all right but Tommy was seriously injured.10Who would pay for the loss of the accident?ATommy himself.BThe telephone company. CThe insurance company.听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13三个小题。11What is the man doing?APlanting trees.BMowing the lawn.CWatering the trees.12Where does the girl see a different machine?AIn a movie.BIn a shop.CAt a friends house.13Why does the man keep the old machine?ATo save money.BTo lose weight.CTo help with his daughter.听下面一段对话，回答第14至第16三个小题。14What is the probable relationship between the speakers?AClassmates.BWife and husband.CTeacher and student.15What does the man think of starting ones own business?AInteresting.BHelpful.CDifficult.16What do we know about the woman?AShe hasnt decided what to do.BShe will start her own business.CShe prefers living a peaceful life.听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20四个小题。17How many skills are recommended in this talk?AOne.BTwo.CThree.18Which statement is wrong about “preview”?ARead the first two paragraphs and the last two paragraphs carefully.BRead only the first sentence of the other paragraphs.CRead all the details.19What should NOT we do when we read sports news in a daily paper according to the talk?ARead the last two paragraphs carefully.BGet our eyes to move fast.CSweep our eyes across each line.20What is the best title for this talk?AHow to read faster.BWhat is reading?CWhy we should read.第二部分 英语知识运用 (共两节.满分35分)第一节 单项填空 (共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分)21The color green in ancient Egypt symbolized spring, which is the time of _ year whenthings in nature start to grow after _ long winter.A/; aBthe; theC/; theDthe; a22The new CEO asked that all inter-office communications _ in writing rather than orally ,_ possible.Ahave been made; whoeverBwould be made; whicheverCbe made; wheneverDwere made; whatever23With the little _ money, the child told me in a _ voice that on the wayhome most of his money had been stolen.Aremained; trembledBremained; tremblingCremaining; trembledDremaining; trembling24Please remember to remind them that the products inside are _ and must be handledwith great care.AstubbornBdynamicCvague Dfragile25_ skill, Jim is believed to be one of the best and most talented basketball players in thecountry.AIn salute to BOn behalf of CIn terms of DIn honor of26I didnt expect that John would be absent from my last Sundays birthday party.As far as I know, he _ to see his parents in the countryside on Sundays.AgoesBwentChas goneDhad gone27If you want to try out some new learning methods, youd better select those that are most_ for your own style.AadequateBappropriateCarbitraryDapparent28Normally, a forest fire and the damage _ causes can be very extensive，especially whenyou consider the financial and physical losses.AwhichBitCthisDthat29Never for one moment, believe it or not, _ being faced with such a situation where ahelping hand was greatly needed.AI imaginedBdo I imagineCI have imaginedD. had I imagined30Whats up? Whats that terrible noise from our upstairs neighbor?The spoiled boy is yelling and screaming to _, I guess.Amend his wayBstop his wayCpush his wayDget his way31The flu is believed by some scientists _by viruses that like to reproduce in the cellsinside the human nose and throat.AcausingBbeing causedCto have causedDto be caused32Many of the creatures in the movie “Avatar” are not real, but much of _ happens is stillattractive.AwhatBthatCwhichDthem33_ in running for head of the department, which most colleagues had not expected, madeher parents very upset.ALucy was defeatedBLucy being defeatedCLucys been defeatedDLucys being defeated34Many of the decorations are made from a fragrant type of wood _is native to China, thefloor _ with gold bricks.Awhich; is coveredBwhat; is coveredCwhich; coveredDwhat; covered35 Mary works really hard and she does well in her tests. Well, _.Athats her cup of teaByou reap what you sowCshe is the apple of our eyesDthats her feet of clay第二节 完形填空 (共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分)请认真阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸(卡)上将该项涂黑。Do you ever feel like you are studying a mad rush of one subject after another? When things happen at such a 36 pace, it is easy to lose sight of what you are learning. It is important to 37 every now and then to think about what you have been learning.Self- reflection(反思)means stopping the mad rush and 38 yourself so that your brain can evaluate what it has already 39 .Some people prefer to do their self- reflections_40_, while others keep a journal. Either method can work, depending on what your own personal_ 41 is.School textbooks are often divided into units. This can make it _ 42 for someone to begin the process of self- reflection. Watch for the times when you complete a unit of study. Sometimes you are reminded that the unit is _ 43 because there is some kind of test or quiz. Use these natural 44 as opportunities to stop and reflect.You should find a 45 place-anywhere without noise is OK. This can even be sitting at your desk at school when you finish something 46 and the other students are still working. If you are going to take notes, take out your journal, write down some notes on things that you _47 learned in this unit. Let your mind think about the notes you have written and make some_ 48 .Sometimes just pausing to think deeply allows your brain to make connections _ 49 new information can quickly appear when you 50 it again. Next, think about things that you still wonder about._ 51 , maybe you learned about a certain body system, but you dont _52 how it works with the other body systems. Maybe you learned a new way to solve a math problem, but you are not sure when to use it. Writing down your 53 will help you remember to continue seeking answers the next time your 54 the same topic.Self- reflection is an essential skill for a 55 student. If you have never taken the time to reflect, try it now.36. A. fast B. steady C. relaxing D. unique37. A. change B. check C. stop D. exercise38. A. calming B. enjoying C. behaving D. helping39. A. dealt B. forgotten C. found D. received40. A. personally B. mentally C. slowly D. directly41. A. pace B. grade C. style D. skill42. A. quick B. possible C. suitable D. easy43. A finished B. divided C. interrupted D. covered44. A. units B tests C. breaks D. periods45. A. quiet B. familiar C. safe . D. remote46. A. early B. correctly C. finally D. independently47. A. actively B. newly C. rapidly D. carefully48. A. choices B. decisions C. connections D. improvements49. A. so that B. in case C. even if D. as though50. A. seek B. share C. show D. need51. A. In general B. Of course C. For example D. As usual52. A. know B. doubt C. believe D. remember53. A. opinions B. questions C. worries D. methods54. A come across B get through C. think of D. take away55. A. talented B. young C. serious D. successful第三部分 阅读理解 (共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)请认真阅读下列短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸(卡)上将该项涂黑。ACUYAHOGA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARYBay Village Branch, 502 Cahoon Road, 440-871-6392.The Egyptian Pyramids, 7 p. m. Sept. 19. Join us as Don King, a long-time student of Egyptology, discusses the pyramids and presents the possible theories of the construction, design and mysteries surrounding these ancient wonders.Join us as local Bay Village resident, Tom Bell, discusses his book“My Dad Is a Freak: a Memoir”, 7 p. m. Sept. 27.Fairview Park Branch, 21255 Lorain Road, 440-333-4700 or cuyahogalibrary. org.Dress for Success, 7 p. m. Sept. 19. First impressions count. Some job recruiters(招聘人员)use appearance to determine self-esteem, respect, confidence and organizational skills. Learn how to dress to emphasize your strengths and improve your employ ability. Registration required.Music Study Groups, 1: 152: 45 p. m. Wednesdays, Sept. 19Nov. 28. Explore current concert music performed by The Cleveland Orchestra at Severance Hall through informal lectures and listening. Classes are designed for both new and experienced music lovers and are led by Dr. Rose Breckenridge.Practical Herbs, 7 p. m. Oct. 3. Famous doctor Sarah Hurt will talk about growing, drying and storing herbs and how to use them. Registration required.North Olmsted Branch, 27403 Lorain Road. 440-777-6211 or cuyahogalibrary. org.Job Club, 1: 303 p. m. Tuesdays. Join Jim Hansen for helpful tips on resumes, job search strategies and interviewing. Anyone who is job hunting or looking to change careers is welcome.War of 1812, 78: 45 p. m. Sept. 17. This year marks the 200th anniversary. Professor Catherine Rokicky from Cuyahoga Community College will give a presentation about the war, and immediately following well discuss the book“Mr. and Mrs. Madisons War: Americas First Couple and the Second War of Independence” by Hugh Howard. Registration required.Olmsted Falls Library, 7850 Main St. Olmsted Falls. 440-235-1150 or cuyahogalibrary. org.Family Story-time, 77: 30 p. m. Wednesdays, through Nov. 27. Join us for rhymes, songs, finger-plays and a story or two. For children ages birth through age 8 with their caregivers.Huntington Practice SAT Test, 10 a. m. to 1 p. m. Sept. 15. Follow up, 45 p. m. Sept. 26. Get ready for college by taking a practice SAT exam. Discuss strategies to improve your score, and get tips on preparing for the real exam. Registration required.Imaginative Illustrations, 11 a. m. to noon Sept. 29. A hands-on drawing program where children exercise their imagination while experiencing some basic techniques of cartooning. Grades K-5. Registration required.56In order to help yourself find a new job soon, youd better go to_.A. Bay Village Branch and Fairview Park BranchB. North Olmsted Branch and Olmsted Falls LibraryC. Fairview Park Branch and Olmsted Falls LibraryD. Fairview Park Branch and North Olmsted Branch57It is learned from the passage that_.A. you can study music for more than one month in Fairview Park BranchB. you can get the information about the four branches on the InternetC. you can choose to take part in all the mentioned events in the afternoonD. both Don King and Catherine Rokicky are college professorsBThe other morning on the subway I sat next to an attractive young blonde woman who was reading something on her iPad. She was very well-dressed, carrying a Prada bag with tastefully applied make-up indeed, she had an unmistakable air of wealth, material success and even authority. I suspected she worked as a highly-paid Wall Street lawyer or stockbroker or something of that sort. So, I was curious to see what she was so focused on. The Wall Street Journal perhaps? The Economist?Quite the contrary; rather, she was concentrating on a romance novel. Then I realized that I have known many women who love romance novelssmart, attractive, successful, “liberated,” modem females who nonetheless find some kind of deep satisfaction and thrill from those hyper-romantic, artificial and extremely unrealistic tales of handsome, manly heroes falling in love with virginal women, enduring a series of adventures, then no doubt having a happy ending.These romance stories are to literature what hot dogs are to fine food. Yet, the genre(体裁) remains enormously popular. Consider some of these surprising statistics from the good folks at the Romance Writers of America (RWA):*More than 9,000 romance titles were released last year, with sales of about $1.44 billion (more than triple the revenues generated by classic literary fiction).*More than 90 percent of the market are women (okay, thats not at all surprising).* Readers are typically women between the ages 30 and 54 who are themselves involved in a romantic relationship (betraying the stereotype that only lonely women long for these tales of love and adventure).*Almost 40 percent of romance book consumers have an annual income of between $50,000 and $99,900 (placing them firmly in the middle class).I had thought that romance novels accounted for a very small share of the literary market, so I was quite surprised that this part has such enormous popularity. But I must wonder why so many womenforty years after the womens liberation movement continue to indulge in the fanciful tales?Im not sure if it represents a kind of “rejection” of the womens liberation movement, but clearly something is missing in the lives of contemporary ladies. A romance author named Donna Hatch who focuses on the Regency period (early 19th century Britain) explained the appeal of such books this way: “Regency men were civilized and treated women with courtesy. When a lady entered the room, gentlemen stood, doffed their hats, offered an arm, bowed, and a hundred other little things I wish men still did today. But they were also very athletic; they hunted, raced, boxed, rode horses. They were manly. Strong. Noble. Honorable. And that is why I love them!”Mrs. Hatch may have expressed the secret desires and attitudes of untold millions of her peers-that is, in the early 21st century, have women grown tired of the burdens and expectations that the “freedoms” they have gained give them? Is this a rejection of modem feminism? Do women long for days of old when men were masculine gentlemen and women were feminine and protected as precious treasures and regarded as possessions?Perhaps most women (even the ones who get lost in romance novels) do not want to go all the way back but it is obvious, .58What is the function of the opening paragraph?A. To summarize the whole passage.B. To prove the authors argument.C. To lead in the main topic of the passage.D. To raise problems that will be solved later.59What does the underlined sentence in the third paragraph imply?A. Romance novels are satisfying and thrilling.B. Romance novels are not of much “nutrition”.C. Romance novels are as popular as hot dogs.D. Romance novels are an essential part of contemporary life.60In the authors opinion, what is missing in the lives of contemporary women?A. Authority. B. Dignity. C. Liberty. D. Care.61Which sentence can be put in the blank in the last paragraph?A. they prefer tales of innocent romance to classicsB. they are unhappy with how the world has turned outC. true love described in romance novels does exist in realityD. romance novels provide them with an access to societyCExercise seems to be good for the human brain, with many recent studies suggesting that regular exercise improves memory and thinking skills. But an interesting new study asks whether the apparent cognitive benefits from exercise are real or just a placebo effect that is, if we think we will be “smarter” after exercise, do our brains respond accordingly? The answer has significant implications for any of us hoping to use exercise to keep our minds sharp throughout our lives.While many studies suggest that exercise may have cognitive benefits, recently some scientists have begun to question whether the apparently beneficial effects of exercise on thinking might be a placebo effect. So researchers at Florida State University in Tallahassee and the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign decided to focus on expectations, on what people anticipate that exercise will do for thinking. If peoples expectations jibe (吻合) closely with the actual benefits, then at least some of those improvements are probably a result of the placebo effect and not of exercise.For the new study, which was published last month in PLOS One, the researchers recruited 171 people through an online survey system, they asked half of these volunteers to estimate by how much a st