福州市2017高三英语12月适应性练习卷

1、2017高三英语第卷第二部分 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）Below are some comments from the community. Please feel free to add to the list.Some fantasy readers are unhappy with their lives and think that they would be happier in another world. Someone who is not so successful in this world might be a hero

2、 or king in another world. LucyI like reading fantasy books because they provide me with a different point of view on the world. I like to think about it using the analogy（类比）of the house that you live in but will never be able to understand if you dont ever get outside and look at it from another p

3、erspective. MartinA lot of fantasy is about the world we would like to see. Fantasy novels are extremely popular, but most popular with children. This is probably due to the natural curiosity and creative imagination inherent in nearly every young person. Older readers might enjoy fantasy because of

4、 its imaginative scope. People can relate to the feelings and experiences of fantasy characters. Ahmed Many people like to escape from the busy and noisy life and be attracted by a story which involves something special, unreal or different possibly magic. People enjoy being in someone elses shoes s

5、omeone extraordinary, so that we can look at the world through anothers eyes. You can switch off and enjoy letting your imagination run wild. EmilyClick here to add a comment.A21. Why does Martin like reading fantasy books? A. He can get a new viewpoint. B. He wants o escape from real life. C. He fe

6、els happier in a fantasy world. D. He likes imagining himself as a hero.22. Why are fantasy novels popular with children according to Ahmed? A. They create dreams for children. B. Children are curious and imaginative. C. They show children a completely different world. D. Children long for the exper

7、iences of fantasy characters.23. What does Emily think about fantasy books? A. They enrich peoples life. B. They provide a degree of escapism. C. They give people courage to face real life. D. They help people see details in their daily life.BGlen Nevis is known as the “outdoor capital” of Scotland.

8、 During the summer months, one of the most exciting activities is the yearly Glen Nevis River Race, in which competitors race for three kilometers along the river, but not in the a boat. Instead, each competitor uses a lilo, a plastic bed filled with air normally used for camping or floating in the

9、sea, to race along the river. There are rocks, waterfalls and sections with scary names like Dead Dog Pool and the Leg Breaker for them to get through.Competitors set off at 30 second intervals by jumping with their lilos from a tiny shelf on a rock into the fast-flowing water 12 meters below. It ca

10、n take anything from 20 minutes to over two hours to complete the course, depending on the level of the river and the abilities of the competitor.The only rules are that competitors must be at least 16 years old, and should provide their own crash helmet, a rubber wet suit and a life jacket. Gloves

11、and old trainers are advised to protect against knocks. The most important qualification, however, is a sense of fun.The race is full exciting moments, and the greatest of these is at the Lower Falls Leap, where terrified competitors have to jump over a ten-meter waterfall not far from the finish. M

12、ore than 3,000 athletes have taken part in the race during its 30-year history. Their 30 entry fee helps to raise money for the mountain rescue team, whose members provide an essential service in the region for free.The prizes may not be fantastic, but everyone receives a certificate of completion a

13、nd the winner gets the title River Race Champion and all who take part agree that it is worth it for the satisfying feeling of reaching the end safely.24. What do we know about the Glen Nevis River Race? A. It is usually held in winter. B. Its winners receive grand prizes. C. It is interesting thoug

14、h quite difficult.D. Its participants have to swim for 3 kms.25. What is the key to completing the race? A. The competitors abilities matter.B. The quality of the lilos plays an important role. C. The width of the river does matter much.D. The racers performance counts more than speed.26. What is Pa

15、ragraph 3mainly about? A. The rules of the competition.B. The requirements for competitors. C. Methods of winning the competition.D. Ways to protect you against injuries.27. What can we learn from the last two paragraphs? A. Most competitors give up halfway. B. The athletes have to pay for the rescu

16、e. C. Participants feel that finishing the race is worthwhile. D. About 3,000 people participate in the race every year.CAnn Daniel and Helen Findlay faced the dangers of polar bears, thin ice and frostbite when they became members of an expedition to the Arctic in 2010.The expedition team consisted

17、 of six scientists and a separate group of three explorers. While Helen and the other scientists were setting up a laboratory site on the ice in northern Canada, Ann and two other explorers set off on a 500-kilometer journey on foot across floating sea ice from Greenland to the North Pole.Both group

18、s planned to measure how thick the ice was at various sites in the Arctic. They would also collect water samples for testing, in order to discover how the chemistry of sea water was changing , and what effect this was having on plant-life and animals in the ocean. The research was important for unde

19、rstanding what might happen in other oceans around the world in the future, as a result of climate change.Ann Daniel became one of the worlds leading professional polar explorers in 1996. Despite her previous experience, however, Ann suffered in the freezing conditions. Yet Ann successfully guided h

20、er companions for 73 days and collected all the samples and information that were needed.Helen Findlay was one of the scientists on the laboratory site based in Canada. Although it was not her first visit to the Arctic, she had never been there in winter and realized that carrying out experiments in

21、 such an extreme environment would be challenging. Despite the difficulties, both Ann and Helen stayed out on the ice for the whole of the project, and the results of their studies have been widely published.28. Why did Ann and Helen join the 2010 Arctic expedition? A. To do some research on the sea

22、 water B. To study the living situation of polar bears. C. To observe the plant-life and animals there.D. To experience the dangerous life in the Arctic.29. What may the expedition teams work contribute to? A. Predicting the future of oceans.B. Finding the reasons for climate change. C. Studying ani

23、mals living in the polar region.D. Analyzing the consequences of rising sea levels.30. What do we know about Ann and Helen? A. They lacked the necessary physical strength and practice.B. They went to the Arctic for the first time in 2010.C. They successfully carried out the project.D. They were prof

24、essional polar scientists.31. What can we infer about the 2010 Arctic expedition? A. It aimed to build a laboratory on the ice.B. It attracted 73 explorers and scientists.C. It was dangerous though simple.D. It was demanding but fruitful. DIn his book The Tipping Point Canadian author Malcolm Gladwe

25、ll explains how a trend can take many forms. It can be a general change in social behavior, an idea or a fashion. However, why do some trends catch on and others not? How do people find out about trends and what makes people want to buy into them? In his new work, Gladwell explores the moment when s

26、omething becomes common and how products, ideas, messages and forms of behavior spread. He looks at the reasons why trends are similar in the way they develop to outbreaks of disease, or medical epidemics.Gladwell identifies three types of people who are influential in the development of these kinds

27、 of social epidemics: Connectors are people in a community who have wide social circles. They know many people and like to introduce people to each other; Mavens are people with much knowledge or experts in a particular field. They collect and gather information so are the first to pick up on new tr

28、ends; Salesmen are people with charisma(魅力). They have a “soft” influence over people rather than actual power. This means they are influential because people want to imitate them.Overall, Gladwells book is a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in the origins of trends. Besides, he writes i

29、n a clear style so even the most difficult ideas are easy to understand.32. What does the underlined part “buy into” in Paragraph 1 mean? A. Pay money for. B. Gain control of. C. Keep the same level as. D. Believe in and be influenced by.33. What do we know about Gladwell? A. He is a productive Nort

30、h American writer. B. He has written many books on the subject of trends. C. He thinks trends develop in the same way as illnesses. D. He believes there are e types of people in the world.34. Which of the following is TRUE about connectors? A. They often follow others. B. They are very social person

31、s. C. They are knowledgeable and experienced. D. They know many people from the same circle.35. What can we know from the passage? A. Connectors and Mavens try to get their information across. B. This book is interesting but hard to understand for readers.C. Salesmen try to control other people usin

32、g their power.D. Mavens quickly become aware of changes in fashions.第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）In Italy, summertime is a time to enjoy fantastic food with family and friends. Interestingly, these are also some of the ways in which Italians keep fit. 36 Its easy. Do it like the Italians do!Fresh and Wholem

33、eal FoodTrue Italian cooking is made using fresh, local, and wholemeal foods. This approach is truly a key to staying slim and fit. 37 Instead, shop for the fresh and make Italian meals. Its easier and more satisfying than you can imagine.Enjoy Each MealIn Italy, every meal is to be enjoyed. Take th

34、e time this season to treat everything you eat as an experience, not just energy or fuel for your busy life. As a source of pleasure, you will find that eating your Italian meals slower wont result in eating too much. 38 Have the Pasta(意大利面食) 39 Even leftover pasta warmed with olive oil fits the bil

35、l for a delicious meal. Youll have energy for your summer days and give your body a break from digesting at night when you arent burning off the calories.Family and FriendsAs you consider your meals, think like an Italian and plan on having a sit-down, at-a-table meal with your family or friends. 40

36、 Making a time to enjoy food with others allows you to slow and enjoy conversation, in addition to tasty food.A. This summer, avoid processed and fat food.B. The Pasta provides us with the needed olive oil.C. One secret trick of staying slim is to eat pasta at lunchtime.D. So how can you continue to

37、 enjoy nice food and still stay fit?E. Maybe you cant do it every day, but how about once a week?F. Why do many people fail to get used to Italian food in daily life?G. Enjoying your meals is good for your taste buds (味蕾) and your waistline!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）If someo

38、ne says you are smart, what do they mean? Is it a good thing or something bad? The 41 is not as easy as you might think. This is 42 the word smart has many meanings. 43 , someone could say you look smart or are 44 smartly. That means they like what you are wearing and your physical 45 . To use a sla

39、ng(俚语) expression, they could say, "You look 46 cool!" 47 , if something smarts, it can be 48 or hurtful. If you accidentally trip over a chair and 49 , you might shout, "Ow! That smarts!" Or if a friend says something that 50 your feelings, you can say you are smarting from the

40、upsetting 51 . If you are standing too close to a campfire, you could say your eyes are smarting from the smoke of the fire. Here the word "smarting" means a sharp 52 . But the most common meaning of smart is to be 53 . If someone is smart as a whip(鞭), they have the 54 to think very quick

41、ly. People have 55 ways of being smart. Some are 56 as street smart. They may not have a strong 57 . But they are 58 in dealing with people and problems in the real world. Others might be 59 smart. This means they have spent many years in school. 60 , they may not be so clever.41A. questionB. answer

42、C. choice D. meaning42A. whyB. whereC. howD. because43A. For exampleB. Above allC. In factD. After all44A. preparedB. educatedC. dressedD. treated45A. appearance B. fitnessC. potentialD. performance46A. hopefullyB. casuallyC. absolutelyD. immediately47A. OtherwiseB. HoweverC. BesidesD. Therefore48A.

43、 attractiveB. helpfulC. specialD. unkind49A. settle downB. lie down C. fall downD. slow down50A. hurtsB. expressesC. reflectsD. affects51A. incidents B. commentsC. reactionsD. attitudes52A. turnB. changeC. painD. decline53A. prettyB. neat C. intelligentD. fashionable54A. desireB. opportunityC. willi

44、ngnessD. ability55A. effectiveB. differentC. personalD. creative56A. consideredB. praisedC. expectedD. known57A. willB. interactionC. evidenceD. education58A. involvedB. interestedC. fortunateD. expert59A. bookB. moneyC. spiritD. business60A. LuckilyB. ActuallyC. PersonallyD. Naturally  第II卷第三部

45、分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）Tea is an important part of Chinese tradition. Tea culture can bring the spirit and wisdom of human beings to 61 higher level. Tea has an 62 (extreme) close relationship to Chinese culture, and the study on it covers a wide field and has very rich contents

46、. There can be no doubt that it has been 63 (benefit) in improving peoples social accomplishments and 64 (appreciate) of art.Drinking tea offers numerous benefits. It 65 (refresh) the mind, clears heat within the human body and helps people lose weight. As you add a cup of tea to your daily routine,

47、 please check the following tips 66 help you gain the maximum health benefits.The best time 67 (drink) is in-between meals. Do not drink tea 68 meals. Otherwise it may affect appetite when your stomach is empty. Do not drink with medication. Tea contains large amount of tannin, 69 it will react with

48、 certain elements in the medicine, thus reduce medical effects. You can drink tea a couple of hours after 70 (take) medicine.第四部分 写作（共两节，满分35分）第一节 短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分） One day a young man announces he had the most beautiful heart. A large crowd both admired his heart for its perfection. A young m

49、an was proud of it. Suddenly, an old man appeared and said, “Your heart isnt as beautifully as mine.” The crowds and the young man looked at the old mans heart. It was beaten strongly, but full of scars. The young man laughed, saying, “You must joking.” The old man said, “Yours is perfect but every

50、scar represents a person to who Ive given my love because they remind me of the love we shared. So now do you see what does true beauty is?”第二节 书面表达 （满分25分）假定你是李华，某英文报刊登了一则“为加拿大籍学生提供住宿和学习汉语机会”的启事，你对此很感兴趣。请用英语就此给报社写一封电子邮件，表示自己很愿意提供机会，并说明自己的优势。Dear Sir or Madam,I read in your paper the notice about providing accommodation for Canadian students who want to learn Chinese in China. 注意：1. 词数10