山西省临汾市2020届高三下学期模拟考试(2)英语试卷

1、英语测试范围：学科内综合，共 150分，考试时间120分钟。第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）A、B、C三个选项中选出最 10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有 和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1. What does the woman need to help with?C. Her gloves.C. A few minutes.C. A headma

2、ster.C. At 10:00.A . Her jacket.B. Her boots.2. How long does it take the woman to go home?A . Two hours.B. An hour.3. Who might the woman be?A . A teacher.B. A parent.4. When will the speakers begin to watch the game? A. At 6:00.B. At 8:00.5. What does the woman probably mean at the end?A . The man

3、 looks very clean.B . The man has done a good job.C. The man needs to hurry up.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。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6. When does the NFL play according to the man?A . On Wedne

4、sdays.B. On Saturdays.C. On Sundays.7. What is the woman going to watch?A . A soccer game.B. A basketball game.C. A table tennis game.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。8. Where does the woman decide to go at first for her holiday this year?A . To Florida.B. To France.C. To Mexico.9. Why does the man want the woman to

5、go to Paris?A . There are nice beaches nearby.B . He wants to get cheap tickets.C. He had a wonderful time there last year. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。10. How 1ong has the man lived in New York?A . For three years.B . For ten years.C. Since he finished college.11. What does the man think about his current job

6、?A . He misses his team at Microsoft.B . He enjoys having his own company.C. He likes his co-workers.12. What does the woman suggest at the end? A . The man should not leave Microsoft.B . The man should move to a new city.C. Happiness is the most important thing.听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。C. The woman' s

7、brother.C. A BMW.13. Who is probably selling a car?A. Jim' siend.B. The woman.14. What kind of car is probably for sale?A . A Honda.B. A Ford.15. What does the man think about buying red cars?A . He isn 'really interested.B . He thinks they are attractive.C. He doesn ' t care about the c

8、olor.16. What can we learn from the conversation?A . The man will look for a different car.B . The woman has a car.C. The red car costs a lot. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17. What was Michelle probably doing when she met Al?A . Serving drinks.B. Opening bank accounts. C. Helping patients.18. What was Al '

9、 s attitude toward Emily?A . He was in love with her.B . He liked her a lot.C. He didn ' t know her very well.19. What was Al surprised about?A . His father ' s honesty. Michelle ' s advice. C. Emily ' s reaction.20. How will the story probably end?A . Al will marry Michelle.B . Al w

10、ill apologize to his parents.C. Emily will fall in love with Al.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。AWhether you choose a relaxing vacation stay or an active adventure at Yellowstone National Park or on the Yellowstone River, Flying Pig Adventure Company ca

11、n accommodate your wishes.Overnight at the Ranch（牧场）Check In at 2:30 pm, Daily May through AugustBased at our private ranch located at an altitude of 7500 feet, bordering Yellowstone National Park, you ' e njoy about four hours of riding over two days with an evening at the ranchincluding Sue &#

12、39; s legendary）oyvcookout （野餐）.Limited to 5 families per day. All meals included.Day One: Wd ll greet you in the afternoon and provide you with directions to the best ranch in the northern Yellowstone area, called Hells A Roarin Ranch. Surrounded by forest service and miles of wilderness, the ranch

13、 has 2 cabins （小屋） and 3 wall tents for guests to settle in before a delightful two-hour horse riding with attractive views overlooking Yellowstone.Day Two: Breakfast served at 8:00 a.m. By 9:00 a.m. you ' lbe on top of your horse heading into the wilderness for a two- hour horse riding. You 

14、9; ll be glad for photo stops in this Montana sceneryfew people get to experience this wild country. When you return to the ranch, you can enjoy a picnic lunch and wander around to absorb all the ranch life before winding back down the hill to Gardiner Hotel. You will be content with all the high mo

15、untain fresh air!Choose between 2 Cabins and 3 Wall TentsCabin Stay: $295 each for the first two people; $245 for each additional personWall Tent Stay: $245 each for the first two people; $220 for each additional person 21. Where is the private ranch mentioned above?A . It is 7500 feet away from a f

16、amous park.B . It is right next to Yellowstone National Park.C. It is just across the Yellowstone River.D . It is close to the Adventure Company.22. After settling in the cabins or tents, the guests can .A . enjoy four hours of riding in the ranchB . take a wonderful view of Yellowstone National Par

17、kC. drive a car in the forests and wildernessD . ask about the direction to the former ranch23. If a family of 4 persons hopes to settle in a cabin, they will spend .A . $735 B. $1008 C. $835D. $1080BAs a famous doctor, Sigmund Freud has problems telling his left from his right. He writes in his dia

18、ry: I do not know whether it is obvious to other people which is their own or other right or left. In my case, I have to think which is my right and no organic feeling tells me. To make sure which is my right hand, I have to make a few writing movements quickly.Neuroscientist Eric Chudler at the Uni

19、versity of Washington referred to a recent study where 71 of 364 （19.5 percent） college professors and 311 of 1,185 （26.2 percent） college students said that they occasionally, frequently or all of the time had difficulty when they had to quickly identify right from left. Chudler told The Washington

20、 Post that 95 percent of the 3,719 people who tried his test reported more difficulty with left/right than with up/down.In most cases, left/right confusion is rarely a big deal. But knowing your directions obviously can be critical if you' re a surgeon or a pilot. That' s why in key situatio

21、ns, there aplans in place to minimize（使减至 U最少）the chance of problems. In a health care situation,someone may write “notthis leg "on a limb （肢）,for example. And in the air, because distractions （分心）can cause any number of errors, pilots must avoid all non-essential conversation during the critic

22、al phases of flight.Experts say that right/left confusion doesnyou't menot smart. But scientists aren ' ttotally sure what causes the right/left confusion. There does, however, seem to be a link between right/left confusion and brain lateralization（偏根 U 性） the fact that the right and lefthal

23、ves of the brain each control unique functions.There may, however, be an association with gender （性别）.Several studies have found that women are more likely than men to say they are sometimes unable to distinguish between their right and their left. But some researchers say that only because women ar

24、e more likely than men to admit they may have a problem.24. According to Sigruund Freud ' s diary, he.A . can ' t tell the right directlyB . doesn ' t know which is his right handC. is more foolish than other peopleD . isn ' t satisfiedth his organic feeling25. Eric Chudler mentions

25、the numbers in Paragraph 2 to tell us thatA . it is easy to tell up from downB . left/right is as important as up/downC. many people have trouble with left/rightD . most people can judge left/right easily26. Which of the following may be the important moment of flight according to the text?A . When

26、the plane is taking off.B . When the plane is coming down.C. When the pilot is talking with others.D . When the pilot is judging the directions.27. Where can you probably read the text?A . In a private diary.B. In a science fiction.C. In a latest newspaper.D. In a fashion magazine.CThe great thing a

27、bout libraries is that they house all types of books from mysteries to biographies to dramas all in one location. The bad thing about libraries is that they house all types of books in one location, and if it' s a location you can ' t get to, you ' re out of lumobile library solutions ar

28、e appearing quickly around the country to bring books to people who need them.A few years ago, when the Little Free Libraries Movement launched, more people of all ages could have access to books. Now, more than 15,000 free book stands can be found around the world, bringing books to unexpected pl a

29、ces. But many folks simply can' t get to the placeswhere the books are. Bookmobile buses are a good solution, but they can be expensive to fund and to operate.Books on bikes programs are popping up （出现）in areas where there is a strong bike culture, such as Seattle, or a strong need to bring book

30、s to the masses, such as in San Francisco.The Seattle Public Library 'Bsoks on Bikes program is made up of three bike/trailer combos（复合）that librarians bring to community events. The trailers are even Wi-Fi enabled so that visitors can sign up for a library card and browse（汶I览） the library '

31、 s card catalog on thespot.“Seattle has a really strong bike culture so we want to tap into that and provide full service library programs but do it in a way that is quick and smart." librarian Jared Mills said in an interview.San Francisco ' s program, called Bibliobicicleta, was launched

32、in 2013 by librarian Alicia Tapia. Her trailer can hold about 100 books and attracts readers of all ages and income levels. It ' s an independedonation based libraryike a Little Free Library, but on wheels.When asked why she would launch a free library on a bike, Tapia answers, “Whynot?Bikes are

33、 cool, and can go anywhere.”28. According to the writer, the traditional libraries .A . are popular among the readersB . are large enough to hold any bookC. are not very convenient to the readersD . can bring books to people who need them29. Which of the following may be the disadvantage of the book

34、mobile buses?A . They are full of many travelers.B . They cost a large amount of money.C. They hold the limited number of books.D . They bring books to unexpected places.30. The writer mentions Seattle to tell us that .A . bikes are popular in itB . visitors can use free Wi-Fi in itC. it is the same

35、 as the city of San FranciscoD . the library card is useful to the visitors31. Tapia ' s answer suggests that she.A . enjoys showing off by bikeB . shows impatience to the readersC. is eager to make the readers happyD . thinks libraries on bikes are practicalDespite the countless differences bet

36、ween people ' characters and careers, or their likes and their dislikes, it seems that we are all connected in this wonderful life by one thing: namely, seeking happiness.Happiness means, naturally, different things to different people. For myself, happiness is synonymous （同义的） with horse riding

37、, Cadbury' s Creme Eggs and spending time with myfriends. Some people are at their happiest at home, while others find their happiness through travelling far-off foreign lands. Happiness can be as simple as a surprise bunch of fresh flowers or a really strong coffee, just when you need it most.

38、Sometimes, happiness comes from spending time with loved ones; for others, it ' s having aeaened quiet night at home, with nothing but a comfortable bed for company.Since it comes in so many shapes and sizes, it ' sometimes easy to take happiness for granted. It is especially true if itone o

39、f sibeerdays"” . Maybe you overslept, missed thebus and had to walk to school in the rain, only to be told that you were late. Or perhaps, because of work, you had to cancel plans with friends, despite looking forward to seeing them for ages. Forgotten keys, delayed flights, an argument with yo

40、ur parents, illness or injury. all very frustrating, and understandably guaranteed to make you feel unhappy.Luckily, there are a few simple, scientifically proven ways to make the glass seem half-full again. To start with, things like trying out cycling or walking instead of driving to work and list

41、ening to music are great moodboosters （情绪助推器）.Volunteering and getting involvedwith a charity are two ways in which you can become happier through helping others. Last, but certainly not least, try hugging your way to happiness; itsuggested thatt webhum ans needa minimum （最少的） of five hugs a day. If

42、 you' ve been having a bad day, there' s nothing betthan a good old bear-hug.32. What would be the main idea of Paragraph 2?A . Happiness comes from different things.B . Fresh flowers can give you a surprise.C. Some people enjoy themselves at home.D . It is pleasant to spend time with close

43、friends.33. The underlined part one of those days " may refer to a day whenA . it is easy to be happyB . you go to work on timeC. you have a coffee at homeD . you tend to be sad at your lifeB. provides some examplesD. brings up some problemsB. In an advertisement.D. In a novel.34. To tell us th

44、at people are easy to take happiness for granted, the writerA . performs an experimentC. tells an interesting story35. Where does the passage come from?A . In a scientific report.C. In a guidebook.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。Amazing Benefits of Listening to MusicIf

45、you love listening to music, youcompanygood . Music makes you happier.When you listen to music, your brain releases a special matter. It biologically causes listeners to feel emotions like happiness, excitement and joy. So the next time you need an emotional increase, listen to your favorite tunes f

46、or 15 minutes. 37. .Listening to music you enjoy decreases levels of the stress in your body. This is an important finding since stress causes many illnesses and diseases. To stay calm and healthy during a stressful day, turn on the radio. Music helps you sleep better.A study showed that students li

47、stening to classical music for 45 minutes slept better than students who did nothing. If you ' reaving trouble sleeping, try listening to a little Bach or Mozart before bedtime. 38. .Softening the lighting and music can lead people to consume fewer calories and enjoy their meals more. If you 

48、9; rlooking for ways to reduce your appetite, try dimming the lights and listening to soft music the next time you sit down for a meal. Music strengthens learning and memory.Researchers discovered that music can help you learn and remember information that you have forgotten better. 39 . . Memorize

49、these results. You now have a strategy to study more effectively for your next test. Music raises IQ and school performance.Research shows that taking music lessons predicts higher school performance and IQ in young children. 40 . .A . Music helps you eat less.B . Music lowers stress and improves he

50、alth.C. Participants who were musicians learned better with light music.D . Musical training can help raise our IQs and even keep us sharp at old age.E. Here are amazing scientifically-proven benefits of being hooked on music.F. Recent research shows that listening to music improves our mental well-

51、being.G. To help your children achieve academic excellence, encourage them to sing or learn to play an instrument.第三部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分 45分）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个选项（ A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空 白处的最佳选项。You probably know that doing good makes you feel good, whether it ' s volunteer wor

52、k or something for a friend. I have 41 someone else ' s good deed. It also gives me2a attitude, especially a random act of kindness from a 43 . That ' s been my experience anyway.My family and friends have done more than I can 44 for me, and I am very 45 .But someone I don ' t even know

53、doe46 nice for me? It ' y re47 . And that ' s what makes your life wonderful.Take what happened to me Wednesday night. I 48 the office at 7:10, almost an hour later than I ' d planned, and I was that I would only have time for a short workout. Then I walked out of our 50 onto 34th Street

54、 and got hit in the face with little ice. And 51 , I had no umbrella.I made my way over to Park Avenue and waited there 52 for the hailstones （冰雹） hitting off my unprotected head. Suddenly a 53 came from my left. " Hey, do you need an umbrella?”I 54 back and saw a guy in his mid-20s, rocking th

55、e fashionable jacket, skinny jeans, funky glasses. But he clearly had a kind attitude because he was already 55 his umbrella with me. "That' s sweet of you, "56I said, m ok ay. I ' m just going to the gym across the street. ”T Then I ' ll walk you there, " J57sam.eHe the d

56、oor of my gym, shielding （遮蔽） me from the hail all the way. He left with his 58 and my thanks. I watched him 59 in the night, my mood light and hopeful again. Why let little annoyances get to me when there 'as 60_ world out there with people like my umbrella guy in it?41.A.put forwardB.benefited

57、 fromC.concentrated onD.accounted for42.A.negativeB.particularC.commonD.positive43.A.friendB.relativeC.strangerD.colleague44.A.describeB.collectC.reciteD.accept45.A.hopefulB.cheerfulC.powerfulD.grateful46. A.anythingB. nothingC. somethingD.everything47. A.unsettledB. unexpectedC. unlimitedD.untouche

58、d48. A.leftB. reachedC. searchedD.cleaned49. A.surprisedB. puzzledC. pleasedD.worried50. A.buildingB. homeC. hospitalD.library51. A.at firstB. for exampleC. as usualD.in time52. A.exactlyB. miserablyC. seriouslyD.generally53. A.noiseB. soundC. whisperD.voice54. A.stoppedB. jumpedC. turnedD.arrived55. A.sharingB. coveringC. spreadingD.holding56. A.andB. butC.