福建省连城县第一中学2020届高三英语上学期月考试题一（通用）

福建省连城县第一中学2020届高三英语上学期月考试题一（考试时间：120分钟 总分：150分）第卷（满分100分）第一部分 听力理解（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5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。1. What will the man probably do?A. Attend a meeting. B. Give Craig a call. C. Wait in the office.2. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Strangers. B. Co-workers. C. Schoolmates.3. What is David doing this year?A. Traveling around the world.B. Teaching Chinese at school.C. Learning a foreign language.4. How does the man want to travel?A. By car. B. By train. C. By plane.5. What is the woman going to do tomorrow evening?A. Visit Bob at his home. B. Go shopping with Bob. C. Expect a call from Bob.第二节(共 15 小题；每小题 1.5分，满分 22.5 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，各小题将给出 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题。6. Where does the conversation take place?A. On the train. B. At the ticket office. C. At the information desk.7. What time is the train going to arrive in Sydney?A. At 2:00. B. At 9:28. C. At 11:34.听下面一段对话，回答第8至第10题。8. Where are the speakers?A. In Manchester. B. In Milan. C. In Florence.9. What is Martha doing?A. Having a holiday. B. Entertaining a friend. C. Traveling on business.10. What does Roger do?A. Hes a train driver. B. Hes a shop manager. C. Hes a hotel receptionist.听下面一段对话，回答第11至第13题。11. Who are the speakers?A. A doctor and a patient. B. A teacher and a student. C. A salesman and a customer.12. What is probably the cause of the mans problems?A. He often overeats. B. He works too hard. C. He smokes heavily.13. What does the woman ask the man to do?A. Stop working and go on a vacation.B. Give up smoking as soon as possible.C. Change his diet and get some exercise.听下面一段对话，回答第14至第16题。14. Why does Kevin say life on Frenchboro is different?A. Its very simple. B. Its quite exciting. C. Its rather hopeless.15. What is the school on Frenchboro like?A. It has no teachers. B. It has small classes. C. It has fifty students.16. What will the people on Frenchboro do when they need medical care?A. They go to the mainland.B. They visit the local hospital.C. They ask the visitors for help.听下面一段独白，回答第17至第20题。17. To whom is the speaker talking?A. New employees. B. Foreign tourists. C. International students.18. What are girls advised to do in a caf?A. Take care of their bags. B. Dont talk to strangers. C. Leave the place quickly.19. What is the best place to park a car?A. Beside a house. B. On a quiet road. C. In a public car park.20. What should one do when walking home alone at night?A. Stop a police car for help.B. Walk in well-lighted areas.C. Take a knife for self-defense.第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题：每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。AA popular TV host has reportedly invested about US$ 740,000 in a project to research, preserve and promote the Hunan provincial dialect . Chinese TV presenters are required to speak Mandarin, or Putonghua, as part of their work, but should dialects be allowed on air?Bcnu (China): TV and radio stations have the right to decide whether dialects or Mandarin will be used in their programs. The popularity of some dialects in some areas will not challenge the leading role of Mandarin in the whole country.Rick N (US): TV and radio broadcasters should take the lead in popularizing Mandarin. To require hosts to speak standard Mandarin is not to oppress (压制) dialects, but it only aims to restrict irresponsible use of language. I think it is unprofessional for some hosts particularly to imitate the pronunciation of dialects.Cooper (UK): Dialects are an important part of local culture and now many kids even dont know how to speak their dialects because of the main use of Mandarin around them. It would be a pity if future generations were unable to understand the local dialects. It would be a terrible break in cultural traditions.Steve (France): To attract viewers or make more money, some hosts casually use dialects. Demanding TV and radio programs use Mandarin is a move to limit strange and irresponsible use of language, whether it is Mandarin or other dialects. In this way, the decision is also a form of protection for dialects. Hearing standard Mandarin on TV and radio programs is also a basic right of audiences around the country.21.Why does the author mention a popular TV host?A. To make clear the authors viewpoint.B. To introduce the topic to be discussed.C. To set an example for people to follow.D. To show dialects are likely to disappear.22. What affects dialects negatively according to Steve?A. Mass medias using dialects casually.B. Improper pronunciation of dialects.C. Restrictions on speaking dialects publicly.D. Childrens losing interest in dialects.23. Who favors dialects on air?A. Bcnu and Steve. B. Bcnu and Cooper.C. Rick N and Steve. D. Rick N and Cooper.BI got into the teaching profession purely by choice. I was then in 9th grade when my mathematics teacher asked me to take a class for a few students to whom the subject seemed difficult. And believe me, I enjoyed the entire teaching session. I never knew teaching would be so interesting. I loved my freshmen and was delighted to teach my so-called students who came up with lots of good questions.After my post-graduation, I worked as a software developer with a public sector in Bangalore for a few years. But I realized that no job could provide me with the satisfaction that I experienced while teaching and training. I always wanted to connect with a wider group of people. In fact, I felt it was a timely realization for me to choose the teaching profession. I applied to a few colleges, and finally I was chosen as a lecturer, and I had to lecture graduate and post-graduate students in a college.On the first day, I was nervous thinking that I had to teach the senior classes. But now I can say that giving lectures was one of the best experiences of my life. I was a Computer Science and Information Technology lecturer, but I tried to help my students with subjects that were not within my domain(范围). It was a new feeling to me every morning before I went to the classes. I used to feel energized and excited thinking that the class would be lit up with bright faces to greet me, “Good morning, Madam.”To me each day was a new beginning, with new feelings, new experiences and new queries(疑问). I loved to explore their young minds and read their inquisitive faces when a particular topic seemed tough. It was extremely challenging to motivate them to participate, think critically, question and also respect others points of view. Though few things never seemed easy, it was extremely exciting to assure them that they really can. That is the reason why I love to teach.25. From the first paragraph we know that_.A. the authors math teacher was often absentB. the author became a real teacher in 9th gradeC. the author join the teaching profession because she had toD. a great many questions were put forward by the authors “students”26. When the author worked as a software developer, she might feel_.A. interested B. dissatisfied C. nervous D. proud27. What can we learn about the author?A. She liked the students most who often challenged her to read.B. She was too nervous to speak a word in her first class.C. New feelings, experiences and queries made her days new.D. She was unwilling to solve her students questions beyond her domain.28. What would be the best title for this text?A. Why I Love to Teach B. What My Life Is LikeC. How I Was Chosen as a Lecturer D. My First Lesson as a TeacherCReducing plastic waste isnt easy because the cheap material is found in almost every household item. Now, a delicious and nutritious solution has come up to help reduce our dependence on this environmental hazard.David Christian, the co-founder of Evoware, says the idea of creating the biodegradable (生物降解的) products came from concern at the countrys high pollution rate. Indonesia is home to four of the worlds worst polluted rivers. Since single-use packaging is a large contributor to the problem, Evoware decided to deal with that first.After investigating various materials, the company settled on seaweed. Unlike corn, commonly used for biodegradable containers, seaweed does not require resources like water or large amounts of space. Since Indonesian farmers already harvest more seaweed than they can sell, its easy for the company to find the material.Though they will not reveal their production process, Evoware says the seaweed packaging contains no chemicals and is safe to consume. The company has also invented single-use cups, which can break down 30 days after theyre thrown away.While replacing plastic with the seaweed products may seem appealing to most of us, it is ahard-sellin Indonesia. According to Christian, “The awareness to reduce single-use plastic is still very low. This makes our bioplastic unnecessary.” Also a factor is the cost, which is higher than using plastic. Hopefully, Evoware will succeed in convincing Indonesians and people worldwide that switching to their products will be helpful to protecting our beautiful planet.28.What problem did Evoware decide to deal with first?A.Ways to clean the four worst polluted rivers.B.How to deal with single-use packaging.C.Means to contribute to the countrys economy.D.What nutritious materials for people to use.29.Why did Evoware choose seaweed?A.It could be found everywhere in his country.B.It was most commonly used for packaging.C.It didnt require much space and was easy to get.D.It grew thickly in most of the polluted rivers.30.What can we infer from Christians words?A.Sometimes its hard to get people to reduce the use of plastics.B.Their seaweed products have won government support.C.Their new products have received worldwide popularity.D.The cost of making seaweed products will be lowered soon.31.What does the underlined word “hard-sell” in Paragraph 5 refer to?A.Something lasting long. B.Something commonly seen.C.Something easy to get. D.Something hard to accept.DStephen Hawkings final fear was that DNA manipulation would lead to a master race of superhumans. The physicist, who died aged 76 in March, 2020, thought the development could destroy the rest of human beings. His last prediction is revealed in a new book of his collected articles and essays called Brief Answers to Big Questions.Hawking feared rich people would soon be able to edit their childrens DNA to improve attributes like memory and disease immunity. And he said that would pose a crisis for the rest of the world even if politicians tried to illegalize the practice. In an extract (摘录) published by The Sunday Times, he wrote: “I am sure that during this century people will discover how to modify both intelligence and instincts such as aggression.”Laws will probably be passed against genetic engineering with humans. But some people wont be able to resist the temptation to improve human characteristics, such as memory, resistance to disease and length of life. And he said that would cause huge problems for humans who have not undergone the same process, leaving them unable to compete. The professor even warned it could lead to the extinction of humanity as we know it. He said of normal humans: “Presumably they will die out, or become unimportant. Instead, there will be a race of self-designing beings who are improving at an ever-increasing rate.” The Brief History of Time author also refers to techniques like Crispr, which enables scientists to modify harmful genes and add in others. And although such procedures could be a boost for medical science, some critics are worried that they could cause a eugenics-style (优生方式) movement, where the weak are weeded out of society.The new book, published by Hodder & Stoughton on Tuesday, also collects his writings on what he thought were the big questions facing science and wider society. In it, he examines whether aliens exist, colonize space and whether humans will ever go beyond our Solar System.32. Stephen Hawkings views dont include _.A. DNA manipulation could lead to the extinction of human beings.B. There exist techniques to modify harmful genes and add in good genes.C. People cannot resist the temptation to improve human characteristics.D. Humans who havent undergone genetic engineering may die out.33. Which one is the book published by Hodder & Stoughton?A. Brief Answers to Questions.B. The Sunday Times.C. The Brief History of Time.D. Solar System.34. Whats Stephen Hawkings attitude towards human genetic engineering?A. Impartial.B. Objective C. Favorable. D. Concerned.35. What does the text mainly want to tell us?A. Crispr can enable scientists to get harmful genes changed.B. DNA manipulation will create a master race of superhumans.C. Humans will colonize space and go beyond our Solar System.D. DNA manipulation may lead to the extinction of human beings.第二节 （共5小题，每小题2分，满分10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。There are several different types of fire departments. Some hire full-time paid firefighters and some are run entirely by volunteers. 36 , a firefighter must go through strict physical and academic training to ensure a strong knowledge of fire safety and the physical strength to handle the tasks required by members of a fire department.Joining a fire department requires that both physical and written tests are passed with scores showing a thorough knowledge of fire safety. 37 .The first step in joining a fire department as a paid firefighter is to submit an application as well as acquire the appropriate training. Usually firefighters must have a high school diploma, and some complete two-or four-year programs in fire science at community colleges and universities. 38，and if a candidate already has connections at a fire department, he may apply for a position straight out of high school.Once a candidate applies and is accepted for training at a fire department, he must then complete several weeks of training at the departments training center. 39 .When this is done, the candidate is sent to a fire company for a period of probation(实习）. He has to continue training in the new position while being directed by experienced firefighters. 40.An application must be submitted to the volunteer fire department，then if the application is accepted，the candidate will lake a training program and then be required to pass a physical and written test. Firefighters must also become certified as Emergency Medical Technicians( EMTs) .The level of EMT certification is determined by the individual departments.A. Although it is demandingB. Whichever type is desiredC. However, an academic program is not requiredD. For volunteer firefighters the procedure is similarE. But joining a volunteer fire department is totally differentF. Training consists of classroom work and practical trainingG. Also, a candidate must be able to respond quickly in emergencies第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）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。I did my first wing-walk two years ago, on my 86 birthday. Then last June, aged 88, I did it again and _41_ my own record as the worlds oldest _42_ wing-walker.There was something about being strapped (捆扎) to the 43 of a bright-yellow 1944 Boeing-Stearman that 44 my imagination. Its very exciting. The first experience was nothing but tame. This year, I said to the 45 , “Can you make it a bit more adventuresome? ” He said, “I could do a loop-the-loop (翻筋斗) if you like?”This time, he _46_ doing half a loop which was very effective. You go down a bit, then straight up. All I felt was a bit 47 , because it was windy. But you are 48 strapped. The pilot makes sure everything is 49 . I had gloves on, earplugs and lots of layers, which protected me.Both times, we 50 from Gloucestershire Airport and were in the air for 15 minutes. You dont sit on the wingyou sit on _51_ looks like a chair. I wasnt nervous. But when you look at the propellers (螺旋桨), you do feel a little strange. Youre _52_ at the beginning that its a 53 dangerous activity and things could go wrong. However, I said: “Well, at 88 what does it 54 ? Youve got to go sometime and you might as well go in a flame of 55 .”At my age, a lot of people are 56 in their ways. I dont think any of my 57 from my retirement home wants to 58 me. I imagine most of them think Im 59 as a woman. But I do think people of my age should be doing more 60 things. You shouldnt sit back and feel sorry for yourself.41. A. keptB. brokeC. savedD. protected42. A. doctorB. repairC. maleD. female43. A. wingB. headC. tailD. bottom44. A. practisedB. displayedC. inspiredD. broadened45. A. driverB. pilotC. guideD. director46. A. turned upB. gave upC. took upD. ended up47. A. shakyB. dizzyC. shinyD. clumsy48. A. tightlyB. largelyC. safelyD. correctly49. A. specialB. secureC. cautiousD. accessible50. A. let outB. go