2020届内蒙古呼和浩特市高三上学期质量普查调研考试英语试卷及答案

1、2020 届呼和浩特市高三上学期质量普查调研考试 英语试卷 祝考试顺利 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,D）中选出最佳选项, 并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑。AThe New York See It All Tour is exactly what it sounds like： an all inclusive guided tour of New York City.Central ParkOne of the most famous parks in the world, Centra

2、l Park is a manmade wonder. Not only is it the first public park built in America, but it is also one of the most frequently visited parks, with over 25 million guests per year. Set in the middle of busy Manhattan, its grounds serve as a safe harbor, not only for athletes, and musicians but also for

3、 lots of migratory birds each year. One can spend an entire peaceful day wandering its grounds, gazing upon nearly 50 fountains, monuments, and sculptures or admiring its 36 bridges.Hudson River ParkHudson River Park is a waterside park on the Hudson River that extends from 59th Street south to Batt

4、ery Park in the New York City district of Manhattan. Bicycle and pedestrianpaths, including the ManhattanWaterfront Greenway, span the park north to south, opening up the waterfront for the public to relax. The park includes tennis and soccer fields, children's playground, dog run, and many othe

5、r features. Washington Square ParkWashington Square Park, located in the heart of Greenwich Village, is a very popular and often crowded square. People from all backgrounds gather to this large square dotted with trees.Central Park ZooThe Central Park Zoo is a small 6.5 acre zoo located on Central P

6、arkin New York City. The zoo began in the 1860s, making it the first official zoo to open in New York. The zoo was improved in 1934, with the addition of many new buildings ranged in a quadrangle around the sea lion pool.Finally, the zoo was repaired in the mid 1980s and reopened in 1988,replacing t

7、he old fashioned cages with naturalistic environments.21. Which park is set in the heart of Greenwich Village?A. Central Park.B. Central Park Zoo.C. Washington Square Park.D. Hudson River Park.22. What can we learn about Central Park?A. It is primarily an artificial park.B. It is the first public pa

8、rk built in the world.C. It especially attracts pedestrians and artists.D. It was the most crowded park when first built.23. Whenw as the first official zoo in NewY ork improved for the first time?A. In the 1860s.B. In 1934.C. In 1988.D. In themid 1980s.BRunners need to move 15 per cent faster on a

9、treadmill （跑步机）to burnthe same number of calories as jogging outdoors, research reveals.Researchers from Milan University analyzed the difference between running outdoors and on a treadmill in 15 physically fit males with an average age of 21. The participants completed a sprint （短距离快速跑）for30 second

10、s followed by 30 seconds of recovery for a total of 15 minutes both outdoors and on a treadmill. Oxygen use and exercise intensity were measured after both types of running.The findings were published in the journal of Applied Physiology, Nutrition and Metabolism. Results revealed that when on a tre

11、admill, runners use significantly lower amounts of oxygen, suggesting less effort is required. Therefore runners must move 15 percent faster on a treadmill to burn the same amount of calories as exercising outdoors, the study stated. The study authors wrote, "A 15 per cent increase in running s

12、peed during a period of stopping and starting often in high intensity treadmill training session is the best possible solution to reaching the same physiological responses as an outdoor training session.Although the study did not speculate why treadmill running appears to be needing less effort and

13、energy, previous research suggests the moving belt of a treadmill moves joggers forward, causing them to move faster. Exercising indoors also means gym-goers do not have to fight with steep hills or wind resistance.Michael Silverman, director of rehabilitation and wellness（康复科）at Northern Westcheste

14、r Hospital in New York, said,“ Outdoors, you arechanging surfaces constantly, fighting the wind, and making quick and sudden starts and stops, which will lead to increased caloric burn. ” Shake magazine reported. "And while we don't recommend running in extreme temperatures, it is worth not

15、ing that your body burns extra calories to regulate your body temperature," he says.24. Where can you find the specific findings of the study?. .A. In Paragraph 2B. In Paragraph 3C. In Paragraph 4D. In Paragraph 525. What can we know about the study?A . Its participants were all 21 years old .B

16、 . Michael is one of the researchers.C . It revealed why treadmill running consumes less calories .D . It took oxygen use and exercise intensity into consideration .26. . Why does running on a treadmill seem easier according to the study ?A . The runners need less energy.B . The runners can usually

17、get enough oxygen .C . The moving belt pushes joggers forward .D . The intensity of running on the treadmill is more stable .27. . What does the underlined word speculate mean ?A. concludeB. researchC. opposeD.doubtCWew ere sitting in her classroom. giggling each other and talking about the latest i

18、nformation of the day. Mrs Virginia De View, whose physical appearance made her an easy target for snickers（ 窃笑 ）and cruel jokes among students, cleared her throat and asked us to be silent."Now, Mrs. Virginia De View said smiling, "we are going to discover our prof essions. ” The class se

19、emed to be greatly surprised. We were only 13 and 14 years old!"Yes, you will all be searching for your future professions. "she said.“ You will have to do a research paper on your upcoming career. Each of you will have to interview someone in your field, plus give an oral report.Finally,

20、I picked print journalism, and interviewed a true-blue newspaper reporter in the flesh. After a few days, I gave my oral report totally from memory in class. I got an A on the entire project.Years later, I forgot all about Virginia De View and the careers we selected. I was in college looking around

21、 for a new career. but with no success. Then I remembered Virginia De View and my desire at 13 to be a journalist. And I called my parents. They didn't stop me. They just reminded me how competitive the field was. This was true. But journalism did something to me; it was in my blood. For the pas

22、t 12 years, I've had themost incredible and satisfying reporting career .I get asked all the time:How did you pick journalism?“ Well, you see, there was this teacher. ” I always start out.Virginia Deview will probably never know without her help, I would not have become a journalist and a writer

23、. I wonder now how many other students benefited from that career project.I believe that when people reflect back over their school days, there will be their very own Virginia De View. Perhaps you can thank her before it's too late.28. What did the students think of Mrs Virginia's project in

24、 her class?A HarmfulB CrazyC. BeneficialD. Flexible29. What is Virginia Deview s project?A. Career planningB. Oral abilityC. Paper researchD. Interviewing skills30. What can be inferred about the author?A. He keeps in touch with Mrs. Virginia.B. He practiced as a journalist in college.C. His parents

25、 were against his decision.D. He enjoys working as a journalist31. What is the author s intention of this passage?A. To express gratitude to Mrs. Virginia.B. To give an oral report on selecting a career.C. To show challenges he me as a reporter.D. To look for his previous classmates.social at timesH

26、aving your nose in a book might seem a little anti but reading could actually make you a kinder, more considerate person, a study has found. Readers were more likely to act in a socially acceptable manner, while those who preferred watching television came across as less friendly and less understand

27、ing of others' views, researchers said.123 participants in the study were quizzed on their preferences for books, TV and plays at Kingston University, London. They were then tested on how much they considered people's feelings and whether they acted to help others. Researchers told the Briti

28、sh Psychological Society conference in Brighton yesterday that fiction fans showed more positive social behavior.Readers of drama and romance novels were also empathic, while lovers of experimental books showed the ability to see things from different directions. Comedyfans scored the highest for re

29、lating to others. The study suggested reading allows people to see different points of view, enabling them to understand others better.The researchers added, “ Exposure to fiction relates to a range of empathetic abilities. Engaging with fictional prose and comedy in particular could be key to impro

30、ving people's empathetic abilities.”However, the authors warned the study did not prove cause and effect. So it could be that reading causes positive behavior, or it could be that thoughtful, well mannered people are more likely to prefer reading. So it is a good idea to pick up a book to begin

31、your travel with the author. Each author will show how they would react to certain situations or confrontations through their characters. Everyone can view the same situation differently, and from 1001 different angles. The more you read, the much better you can understand other peoples' opinion

32、s.32. What do we know about reading according to Paragraph 1?A. It contributes more to one's anti social role.B. It is of rare benefit to readers.C. It is related to one's social position.D. It can add to one's social adaptability.33. Researchers tested 123 participants in order to find

33、.A. the way to improve reading skillsB. the influence of their preferencesC. the places to get new booksD. the time of reading books34. What does the underlined word "empathic" in Paragraph 3 mean?A. Understanding.B. Mad.C. Sorrowful.D. Delighted.35. What is the purpose of the passage?A. T

34、o react to certain situations.B. To understand peoples' opinions.C. To persuade people to read.D. To show how to begin travels.第二节（共5 小题；每题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。Food is a very important and necessary part of our lives.We eat food because we need it to live. It g

35、ives us the nutrients that we need for our bodies to grow. 36 If we are happy, we eat; if we are sad, we eat; boredom, depression, and loneliness are other reasons that we eat. 37 When we have friends or family over, we usually have some form of food to offer them, whether it is a light snack or a f

36、ull meal.38 Many of us like certain foods because we have been raised eating those foods. In many cases, whatever our parents eat or like to eat is what we eventually enjoy eating. The region where we live as well as economics determines much of our food selection. If we lived in China, we would eat

37、 a lot of rice because it is what is grown there. 39Food is also a part of our many celebrations. However, the way that food is used in celebrations varies from home to home, and country to country. 40 To understand why different foods are used in different celebrations, we need to understand a litt

38、le about culture and how it could affect the foods we use.A. Also, we use food for our social needs.B. Very often, we eat food for psychological reasons.C. Nowadays many people choose to eat healthy food.D. It is affected by different cultures around the world.E. So our background and environment pl

39、ay a great role in what we eat.F. Cheap food in one country may be quite expensive in another country.G. The food that we choose to eat is selected for a number of different reasons.二 . 语言知识运用（共两节, 满分 45 分）第一节 完型填空（共20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, 并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑

40、。After my husband's Chinese kung fu school was open for about a week, my daughters and I decided to see how it was going. We were deeply 41 to see there wasn't a single student in the school. My husband was standing 42 in the school waiting for customers.We had to 43 ! We decided to be his 4

41、4 until he got some "real" ones. We thought it was better to have five people in the school 45 just him if a passerby looked in the window. He started teaching us 46 and forms. We found that some of them actually were 47 to ballet moves but much more difficult. It was kind of fun but 48 ,

42、too! We were attracted by then, so we 49 as learners.50 , we got actual students in our school. There were many menand teenage boys, and we 51 lots of other girls and women as well.One special student was a 52 seven year-old girl. She was going 53 and had other health problems. With my daughters'

43、; help and 54 , this little girl got to be a real kung fu kid. Although she is now a sightless, grown adult, I'm confident she can 55 herself if she needs to.I am 56 to say my daughters are more confident in every area of their lives. This experience taught me to 57 things I never would- 16 - /

44、13have 58 beforebut I'll give almost 601.A.bored2.A.cheerfullyD.forever3.A.actD.learnkung fu. I haven't been of niceness a try!B.upsetB.aggressivelyB.joke59 in all of my effortsC.nervous D.movedC.aloneC.appear4.A.familiesD.students5.A.more thanD.in case of6.A.speechesD.designs7.A.usefulD.com

45、parable8.A.challengingD.inspiring9.A.got togetherD.stayed on10.A.EventuallyD.Regularly11.A.discoveredB.workmatesB.in place ofB.movesB.accessibleB.astonishingB.signed upB.UnfortunatelyB.joinedC.consultantsC.rather thanC.mannersC.similarC.relaxingC.broke awayC.ObviouslyC.unitedD.attracted12.A.traditio

46、nalB.homelessC.disabledD.typical13.A.blindB.deafC.lameD.stupid14.A.threatB.encouragementC.adjustmentD.approval15.A.protectB.recognizeC.feedD.educate16.A.stubbornB.proudC.sensitiveD.tentative17.A.apply toB.give upC.try outD.hold back18.A.appreciatedB.predictedC.ignoredD.considered19.A.helpfulB.succes

47、sfulC.cheerfulD.enthusiastic20.A.someB.eitherC.noneD.any第二节（共小题；每小题. 分 , 满分分）, 在空白处填入个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。A Thanksgiving Day story in the newspaper told of a school teacher whoasked her class of first graders to draw a picture of something they werethankful for.She thought of how little these children

48、from poorneighborhood （ 61）actual ） had to be thankful for.But she knewthat most of them would draw pictures of turkeys or tables （ 62 ）food.The teacher was taken back with the picture Douglas handed in a smallchildishly hand!But whose?hand?The class was （ 63）puzzle ） by the abstractdrawing."I think it must be the hand of Go（d 64）brings us food,"saidone child."a farmer,"said another,"because he （ 65）（ feed ） theturkeys."Finally,when the others we