北京四中2018届高三下学期第二次模拟英语试卷

1、号位封座密号场不考订装号证考准只卷名姓此北京四中2018 届高三第二次模拟考试卷英语注意事项：1答题前，先将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在试题卷和答题卡上，并将准考证号条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。2选择题的作答：每小题选出答案后，用2B 铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑，写在试题卷、草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。3非选择题的作答：用签字笔直接答在答题卡上对应的答题区域内。写在试题卷、草稿纸和答题卡上的非答题区域均无效。4考试结束后，请将本试题卷和答题卡一并上交。第 卷第一部分听力（共两节，满分30 分） (略 )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

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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AWelcome to AMDA（福建省百所重点中学2018 届高三联考） Your future in the performing arts doesnt have tobe a dream. For over 50 years, AMDA has launched some of the most successful careers in theatre,filmand television.AMDAcreates industryprofessionalswho

3、 don tjust waitforlifetohappen they stage their own career path. Now it s your turn.Program descriptionAt AMDA,we believe a performer must perform. From the fir st day, you llfind manyperformance opportunities in the three core areas of acting, musical theatre and dance, both in andout of the classr

4、oom, plus individual voice lessons. Over the course of your four semesters (学期 ),you ll also improve your performance technique through an intensive curriculum that focuses on级班both foundational and advanced concepts in acting, musical theatre and dance. Finally, throughcourses in career preparation

5、, you stage and screen. ll learn howoftothisapplytrainingall to a successful career onPhilosophy and missionAMDA is committed to providing a splendid performing arts education to a diverse communityof creative artists. AMDA serves as both school and stage, where students are given the support andopp

6、ortunity to identify their own personal objectives and to develop and improve their own distinctive artistic voices. AMDA tries to create an environment for students to develop the skills, confidence, imagination, and power to contribute to their community as artists, businesspeople, lifelong learne

7、rs, and hard-working citizens of the world Above all, AMDA wants to teach studentsthat commitment and passion are the marks of a successful and joyous career.Registration6305 Yucca Street Los Angeles800-367-7908https: /21. What is the curriculum of AMDA about?A. Drawing.B. Philosophy.C.

8、Performing.D. Photography.22. How long does the course last?A. One semester.B. Two years.C. Three semesters.D. Four years.23. What can students learn in AMDA?A. How to sing beautifully.B. How to train a performer.C. The way to build a stage.D. The way to be a director.B（广东省百校联盟2018 届高三第二次联考）April 4t

9、h was just another day on a WesternAustralia farm for Zac Mitchell, until it suddenly wasn tIn. an unexpected accident, the cattle worker was feeding the animals in his charge when one bull cleaned him up and kicked his hand upagainst the rail, resulting in the thumb on his right hand being cut off.

10、“ My thumb was stillon the rail. when I got up off the ground,” Zac Mitchell says.His co-workers tried their best to preserve the thumb for reattachment, placing it on ice in acooler, but two surgeries to put Mitchell s thumb back in place failed. That with another suggestion: Remove one of his big

11、toes to where his thumb used to be. s when doctorMitchell s lead surgeon, Sean Nicklin, understood the man s dilemma at first, calling it aa crazy idea” . After all, Zac Mitchell did not want to be injured in another part of his body. But as thethumb is incredibly important function-wise, Mitchell e

12、ventually gave in. Nicklin explains that thebig toe is surprisingly fit for a thumb switch: Nerves sync up (同步 ) nicely, and it looks more like athumb, though a giant one, than any other alternative they may have come up with. He added thatbig toes aren t as necessary for balance and walking as peop

13、le believe. As far as the foot goes,occasional“ fine balanctivities”like surfing might be difficult, but most people without a big toefunction fine in everyday tasks like walking and even competitive sports.The eight-hour surgery went well, and Mitchell is expected to have a year or so of recovery i

14、nfront of him before he heads back into the fields.24. What happened to Zac Mitchell on April 4th?A. He cleaned up a bull.B. He was badly hurt.C. He started his farm.D. He lost his thumbs.25. What suggestion did the doctor give to Mitchell after the unsuccessful surgery?A. Recreating a new thumb in

15、place.B. Replacing the thumb with his toe.C. Transplanting his co- worker s thumb.D. Putting back the cut-off thumb again.26. What is Mitchell s first attitude to the doctor s another suggestion?A. Optimistic.B. Insignificant.C. Hesitant.D. Rejective.27. According to Nicklin, after the surgery Mitch

16、ell is able to.A. surf on the seaB. do daily activitiesC. only stay at homeD. work on wheelchairC（安徽省亳州市2017-2018 学年第一学期高三期末试题）Most people know that listeningto music when they are feeling down or depressed can encourage their spirits.However studies have also shown that music, especially certain to

17、nes can reduce stress. Music can change brainwave patterns, deepen breathing, and bring on a totally stress-free and more open mindset（心态） . Using music to relax when considering a particular problem may not only raise your mood, but also could help you reach that a-hamoment and find a solution.Musi

18、c has also been shown not only to make you feel good, but also, to be a great motivator. For example, during exercise, listening to music can keep you going, or get you to exercise more by helping you to ignore negative feelings of tiredness and focus on the pleasurable feelings you get from being a

19、bsorbed in the music.Music is mainly used to record emotion. When we listen to a piece of music we share theartists feelings on a visceral （本来的） level. That can be sad, and who among us hasnt put on apainful love song to share in the misery after a bad break-up? On the contrary, we can share in thed

20、elight of songs of joy and happiness, or any song or piece of music that reminds us of a particular happy time in our past.So next time you are feeling down, put on Beethoven s Ode to Joy, I bet you will feel a lotbetter about whatever it was that was bothering you! 28. We can infer from the first p

21、aragraph that music can.A. benefit you in many waysB. promote you to find more questionsC. change the patterns of your lifestyleD. influence your attention to a problem29. The author wrote the second paragraph mainly to.A. tell us a storyB. make some commentsC. give us an exampleD. list some facts30

22、. When we enjoy a piece of sad music,.A. well share the artists feelings deeplyB. we may recall our miserable pastC. we may be reminded of particular joyD. well show mercy on the artist s life31. Whats the best title of the text?A. What music means to a music loverC. What kind of music is popularB.

23、Why people love happy musicD. How music changes your lifeD（广东省化州市2018 届高三第二次联考）Theres a song by the great Jamaican singer BobMarley called So Much Trouble In The World. Marley understood that part of the reason why thereare so many problems in the world is the lack of tolerance between people. The U

24、N understands thistoothat s why it made Nov 16th“ International Day for Tolerance”.But first of all, what is tolerance? According to French philosopher Voltaire, tolerance is theconsequence of humanity. We are all formed of frailty (脆弱 ) and error; let us pardon each other sfool that is the first la

25、w of nature.”Very often, people don t realize that they re intolerant. This is because intolerance has a lot todo with ignorance. For example, the UN s campaign is in part about the treatment of females bymales. But often, the behavior of men toward women is intolerant because men don t put themsein

26、 the shoes of women.It s worth thinking a little about the words“ tolerance” and“ intolerance” . Are theywords to describe the evils of which we re speaking here? To agree to be“ tolerant” of sonecessarily a very respectful thing. When someone is tolerated, it implies that there s swrong with them.S

27、till, what Voltaire said stands: We humans are not perfect and this weakness is something thatwe all share. That s the reason we should be tolerant. It to another person, and we can also give our forgiveness. s a little like generosity. We can give thin32. What s the purpose of the UN“ International

28、 Day For Tolerance”?A. To arouse people s awareness of tolerance among people.B. To celebrate the founding of the UN.C. To solve the problem of global warming.D. To change peopled opinion towards globalization.33. Why do men behave intolerantly towards women?A. Because men don t realizethe purpose o

29、f the UN.B. Because men are physically stronger than women.C. Because men don t appreciate the shoes of women.D. Because men are not willing to understand women.34.Why is it meaningless to use the words“ tolerance ” and “ intolerance”?A. Because they are hard to pronounce in English.B. Because they

30、don t express the exact meaning people refer to.C. Because they can t be translated into other languages.D. Because they can t be used in a respectful way.35.In what sense is“ tolerance ” similar to“ generosity ”?A. Humans are advised to treat others better.B. Humans leant to find faults in others.C

31、. Humans need to give something to others.D. Humans will change their attitudes to others.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。（河北省承德市2018 届高三上期末试题）Difficultfinancialtimes dontmean yourgiving shuts down. _36_ There are so many ways to give back that won t hurt your wallet a

32、ndwill enrich your life.1. Pick up the phoneCalling someone “ for no reason ” is an important opportunity to show themyouthatare thinking of them. You are taking time out of your busy day to reach out. Everyone needs someone to just listen sometimes. They may be filled with joy or sadness._37_2. Wri

33、te a note_38_ It is one thing to say it, but it can be even more meaningful to put it in writing.What if you made a commitment to write a thank-you note to someone every week?3._39_You never know what someone might be going through a painful divorce, a tough collegesemester, or just a bad day. Openi

34、ng up your home will make someone feel appreciated. In addition,it costs less than going out. The leftovers from this dinner can be packaged up for homeless people.That s ubledo giving!4 .Set aside money from a daily routine to donateGiving doesn t have to mean a life full of sacrifices. You can sti

35、ll buy a burger or get yournails done._40_ Donate the money you saves: Even $ 5 can make a difference in someone life. sA. Give a gift to the stomach.B. Invite someone over for dinner.C. To take your awareness to a new level, move beyond money.D. But instead of buying much coffee every week, you can

36、 drink less.E. While some people enjoy receiving gifts, all of us appreciate a kind word.F. Instead, they allow you to examine how your time and money are spent.G. Be there to celebrate their good news, or support them with sympathy.第三部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分45）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

37、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。（福建省龙岩市2018 届高三上期末试题）Trying new things is the only way we candiscover hidden talents. I _41_ my career as an editor for a magazine. I didn t really mind thework, but I wanted something more _42_. Then I was offered a management _43_ ofa digital reading c

38、ompany. The job was a seemingly _44_ mix of my skills and interests, so Ijumped at it._45_, soon after I joined the company, its model changed to focus on K-12 education, andeverything about my position changed. I was asked to take on the _46_ different roles ofselling content to teachers and traini

39、ng people. I felt more than a little _47_ my comfortzone.I knew I wanted to grow as a(an) _48_ and make a serious effect on the company. I toldmyself that everything feels _49_ at first and I should at least try. _50_, I felt like Ididn t have a(an)_51_. I knew jumping out of the _52_ was the right

40、thing for me,even though it felt pretty awful.I was fortunate to be _53_ by very helpful people, both at work and at home. They kept_54_ me. I spent hours researching my company_55.sI asked lots of questions andspoke to many people in need. I looked for opportunities to put in extra _56_. The more I

41、 did,the better I felt.Over time, I discovered that the job wasamazing _58_tosee the company_57_ I could do and liked doing. Itwas angrowand knowthat myeffortscontributedto_59_ success and that it s important to take risks and accept new60_. Actually,there s nothing worse than failing because you re

42、fuse to even try.41.A. started outB. moved upC. developedD. spent42.A. steadyB. comfortableC. payingD.challenging43.A. guidanceB. suggestionC. positionD. course44.A. looseB. perfectC. mildD. complex45.A. HoweverB. InsteadC. AdditionallyD. Thus46.A. slightlyB. completelyC. relativelyD. strangely47.A.

43、 insideB. aroundC. withinD. outside48.A. individualB. consumerC. leaderD. adult49.A. sillyB. toughC. freshD. easy50.A. On the contraryB. In briefC. In a wayD. On onehand51.A. choiceB. ideaC. dreamD. reason52.A. controlB. touchC. nestD. company53.A. informedB. surroundedC. followedD. impressed54.A. c

44、onvincingB. remindingC. accessingD.encouraging55.A. staffB. incomeC. productsD. conditions56.A. effortB. moneyC. offerD. care57.A. anythingB. everythingC. somethingD. nothing58.A. profitB. rewardC. platformD. behavior59.A. myB. theirC. yourD. its60.A. opportunitiesB. requestsC. culturesD. services第I

45、I卷第三部分英语知识运用第二节（共10 小题；每小题1.5分，满分15 分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1 个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。（江西省名校学术联盟2018 届高三第二次教学质量检测）I got laid off at 53 from a seniormanagement position in a restaurant. And I knew it was going to be hard to find another job in the _61_ (competition) working market. My age put me at _62_ disadva

46、ntage. But I also knew it was time for me _63_ (realize) my lifelong dream of owning a restaurant._64_ was most difficult was that in order to make this happen, I needed to find an _65_ (exist) cafthat wasn t doing well. It couldn t be better if its owner was ready to quit his business. With great_6

47、6_ (lucky) I found just what I wanted eight blocks from home. Since I had never financially planned for this day, I had to borrow money from friends as well as _67_ (relative). I, togetherwith my wife,_68_ (be) ready to start off. We changed the name to Black Dog Coffee, the menu,the recipes and the

48、 look of the cafe, and my wife did a great job of designing. Eighteen years later, we restill here and doing _69_ (well) than ever. I mgrateful _70_ the layoff and the opportunity to pursue my dream.第四部分写作（共两节满分35）第一节短文改错（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。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除

49、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. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；2. 只允许修改10 处，多者（从第11 处起）不计分。Last week I noticed Jack coughing on our math class. See this, I offered to take him to a clinic.There the doctor asked Jack how he had coughed sometimes for long time. Jack nodded his headimmediate. The doctor then wrote a prescription with instruction on how to take the Chinesemedicine. When Jack tasted the medicine, he almost