2020-2021学年广州市第二中学高三英语月考试卷及参考答案

2020-2021学年广州市第二中学高三英语月考试卷及参考答案

第一部分阅读（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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项

A

Located besideLake Geneva, the Olympic Museum houses more than 10,000 artificial objects and hours of interactive contents highlighting some of the best moments during the Olympics. Here are some of the museum’s most moving moments.

The Olympic Park

The journey through the Olympic Museum begins in the Olympic Park, an 8,000-square-meter outdoor area in front of the museum overlooking Lake Geneva and theAlps. The park contains artwork and sculptures that show respect to the world of sport.

The first Olympic Symbol

The “Olympic Rings” flag was designed by Coubertin in 1913. The rings represent the five continents that participate in the Olympics: Africa, Asia,America,AustraliaandEurope. The six color1 s include at least one color1 that is represented on the flag of every country.

The Stadiums

The stadiums that host the Olympic Games are as much of a celebration of design as the games are a celebration of sportsmanship. Guests can explore plans and models of Olympic stadiums’ past and present, including one of the games’ most attractive stadiums, the Bird’s Nest from Beijing 2008 Olympics.

The Olympic Medals

Have you ever wondered what an Olympic medal looks like? The Olympic Museum has a room that houses every bronze, silver, and gold medal from every Olympic Games dating back to the first modern Olympics of 1896. Each medal design is a unique representation of the year and location in which the games were held.

1.Which moment do you see first when exploring the Olympic Museum?

A.The Olympic Park.

B.The first Olympic Symbol.

C.The Stadiums.

D.The Olympic Medals.

2.What can you do in the section of The Stadiums?

A.Celebrate the glory of a sportsman.

B.Meet the designers of the stadiums.

C.Explore the future stadiums.

D.Enjoy the model of the Bird’s Nest.

3.In which column of a newspaper may this text appear?

A.Entertainment.

B.Science.

C.Travel.

D.Business.

B

It’s easy to do easy things, but they don’t carry the challenges and rewards of doing something difficult. Scott Kelly said he tried to express that view everywhere he went. And he spoke from experience, having spent a career that included the time as a NASA astronaut, US Navy captain, fighter pilot, and engineer.

Scott spoke at the University of North Alabama, sharing stories about his experience of spending a year on the International Space Station (ISS). He said the physical pressure of living in weightlessness for a year was hard to describe and that the fluids(积水) in his head sometimes made him feel like he was standing on his head. It also needed some time to recover when he returned home. “My legs were weak and it would be uncomfortable to sit for a while because my body hadn’t had that pressure so long,” Scott said.

He discussed life aboard including spending time with Russian astronauts. They came from different cultures. He had managed to get along well with everyone aboard as they lived together, worked together, and had to rely on each other. He thought it was one of the most rewarding things in his life.

Though life there was not easy, Scott never regretted being an astronaut and going to space. He also discussed experiences growing up, admitting that he wasn’t always the greatest student but was able to overcome that through hard work and determination.

“Never give up or lower your dreams. If you work for it, all things are possible. There is a zero percent chance of succeeding if you don’t even try. And when you succeed after trying hard, you’ll find it really rewarding,” Scott said in the end.

4. Scott mentioned his experience in the ISS mainly to show ________.

A. he enjoyed making speeches

B. he was a responsible astronaut

C. his life in space was challenging

D. the daily life of an astronaut can be boring

5. What may benefit Scott most when he lived with Russian astronauts?

A. He won some awards through teamwork.

B. He found the fun of living in the Space Station.

C. He learned to develop close relationships with others.

D. He picked up some knowledge of Russian culture.

6. Which of the following can best describe Scott?

A. Kind and thoughtful.

B. Curious and humorous.

C. Easygoing and sociable.

D. Hardworking and determined.

7. What does the author intend to tell us from Scott’s story?

A. It’s importantto have a dream

B. Easy things are also worth doing

C. A suitable career leads one to success.

D. Difficult things are demanding but rewarding

C

The beach may seem like an inviting place to run on a cool summer morning, but is running on the sand good for your body? It can be, but it’s important to be aware of the challenges that some beach runners experience before you get ready.

Running on the beach can be a good thing. It’s certainly different from running on a track or a pavement. For starters, sand can be a challenge because it has an uneven (不平坦的) surface. As you push off, you’re going to lose some of your push as the sand moves. So, you’re not going to be able to push yourself forward as you would on a track or a pavement. But this unevenness has anupside: It gives your body an extra workout, forcing you to exercise muscles that don’t get as much use during runs on firm surfaces. For example, your feet, ankles and lower back might feel sorer and more tired than usual after a beach run just because the surface is constantly moving and changing step to step.

You also might feel sore afterward because beaches tend to slope (倾斜) down to the water. If you’re going for a long run on the beach, you might notice that one side of your body might feel sorer because you’re putting more pressure on it due to the slope.

Some beach runners prefer to run barefoot — not wearing anything on feet. However, if you’re not used to barefoot running, start slowly and don’t run long distances at first. That’s because running barefoot uses more different muscles than running with shoes does, and it’s important to strengthen these muscles and adapt your feet. If you want to run barefoot and as long as you run carefully enough into it, go for it!

Running on the sand can be a smart choice for you, because running on softer ground surfaces can reduce muscle damage.

8. Why is it difficult to run on the beach for starters?

A. The soft surface makes people fall over easily.

B. People need to run carefully on its smooth surface.

C. Running on its uneven surface takes much effort.

D. It’s hard to keep one’s balance on its hard surface.

9. Which of the following best explains “upside” underlined in Paragraph 2?

A. Advantage.

B. Reason.

C. Character.

D. Challenge.

10. What’s the author’s attitude to barefoot running?

A. Critical.

B. Supportive.

C. Doubtful.

D. Uncaring.

11. The passage can probably be found in ______.

A. A primary school textbook

B. A tourist guide

C. A sports magazine

D. A scientific report

D

Some people take their holiday decoration very seriously. And some take it to the next level. The Griffith family in Kenova, West Virginia, is in this camp. They put on a display that shows they’re just filled with Halloween spirit.

Each year, this family displays 3,000 pumpkins (南瓜) in front of their home for the Halloween season. Yes, you readthatright. Ric Griffith puts out one jack-o’ -lantern (南瓜灯) for every person who lives in Kenova.

Of course he doesn’t do it all on his own. He has a lot of help from his family, and also from members of the community who are super-proud of what has become quite the tourist attraction over the years. More than 30,000 people stop by to see the amazing display, which includes jack‑o’‑lanterns cut to look like the faces of famous people, animals, cartoon characters, and other creative designs. It’s certainly a must-see as part of the area’s Ceredo-Kenova Autumnfest.

To fit in all 3,000 pumpkins, Griffith and his helpers spread them across the home’s garden and front porch (门廊), as well as on the roof!

Griffith began the tradition back in 1978 with just fivepumpkins and, many years later, it’s much bigger and better. People can’t help but come to the area, walking along the sidewalk outside the house to get that perfect Halloween experience.

“Locals take great pride in it, and then there are people from around the country who plan fall trips and include it in their trips so they can see it,” said Tyson Compton, president of the Cabell‑Huntington Convention and Visitors Bureau. “It’s really something.”

“It’s become a tradition for many people in our area, and it feels good to keep that going,” Griffith said.

12. What does the underlined word “that” in Paragraph 2 refer to?

A. The Griffiths selling 3,000 pumpkins a day.

B. Ric Griffith giving 3,000 jack-o’‑lanterns to tourists.

C. Ric Griffith teaching 3,000 people how to display jack-o’‑lanterns.

D. The Griffiths decorating their house with 3,000 pumpkins.

13. What can we learn from Paragraph 3?

A. Ric Griffith’s idea has received support from his community.

B. There are only two kinds of jack-o’‑lanterns.

C. Ric Griffith dislikes asking for help from others.

D. There are 30,000 people in Kenova.

14. What do we know about the tradition?

A. It began with 1,978 pumpkins.

B. It has lasted more than 40 years.

C. It includes five pumpkin competitions.

D. It encourages people to do more exercise.

15. What’s Tyson Compton’s attitude towards the tradition?

A. Worried.

B. Uncaring.

C. Favorable.

D. Uncertain.

第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）

阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项The American bookWhoMovedMyCheesehas been a best-seller all over the world.

___16___Now its author Spence Johnson has written a book just for teenagers.

The book tells us that when facing changes in our lives,like a new school or new friends,don’t be afraid.Instead,use these changes to make a better life.

___17___A school is changing from having two terms to three terms because there are too many students.Several teenagers are talking about this.Most of them are unhappy and worried.But Chris laughs and tells a story about two mice,two little people and some cheese.___18___Here,cheese means something important in life,like moving to a new class or getting into college.___19___

The mice realize that they can’t change what has happened and have to find more cheese.___20___The little people,however,can’t do this.They are afraid of change so they find no cheese.

After Chris finishes the story,the friends understand one thing:to get more cheese,move in a new direction quickly.His friends understand how this can be used in the changes all teenagers face,such as doing well at school

or having good relationships or just feeling good about yourself.

A. But they find the cheese is gone.

B. This means finding different dreams.

C. The four are in a maze looking for the cheese.

D. The book gives an example of a change at school.

E. It teaches people how to face changes in their lives.

F. However,some strange things happened in a school.

G. It tells a story which happened between mice and people.

第二部分语言运用（共两节，满分45分）

第一节（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）

阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项Jiang Taigong is a popular name for Jiang Ziya, statesman and strategist(战略家). As an outstanding___21___of King Wen of the Zhou State in___22___China, at the age of 80, he helped the young King Wu___23___the Shang dynasty(商朝) and establish the Zhou dynasty.

Jiang Ziya lived near the Weishui River about 3000 years ago. The area was the feudal estate(领地) of Count(候) Ji Chang. Jiang knew Ji was very___24___so he hoped to get Ji's attention.

He often went fishing___25___the Weishui River, but he would fish in an unusual way. He___26___a straight fishhook, without bait, three feet above the water. He often said to himself, “Fish, if you don't want to live any more, come and___27___the hook yourself.”

Soon his___28___way of fishing was reported to Ji Chang. Ji sent a soldier to fetch him. Jiang saw the soldier coming, but___29___him. Jiang just went on with his fishing, and was saying to himself, “Fishing, fishing, no fish has been hooked. A shrimp(虾) is up to mischief(胡闹，捣鬼).” The soldier reported this back to Ji Chang, who became more___30___Jiang.

Ji sent an official to___31___Jiang this time. But Jiang again ignored the invitation. He just carried___32___fishing, and was saying, “Fishing ,fishing , the big fish has not been hooked. A small one is up to mischief.”

Then Ji realized Jiang may be a___33___talent(人才) so he went to invite Jiang___34___and brought many generous gifts with him. Jiang saw his___35___desire so decided to work for him.

Jiang___36___Ji Chang and his son to tum over the Shang dynasty and establish the Zhou dynasty. Then Jiang was given the___37___of “Taigong” so people called him Jiang Taigong.

Later on, “There are always fish willing to be caught by angler(垂钓者) Jiang Taigong”, an idiom, appeared.

Today, people use this old idiom to describe someone who is___38___to fall into a trap or does something regardless of the result. For example, if someone sells something___39___a price 10 times its real value, the buyer insisting on buying it, without caring whether it is really___40___, and if it can bring him some interests(利益，好处), his situation could be described with this idiom.

21. A. guard B. follower C. adviser D. cook

22. A. ancient B. modern C. poor D. developing

23. A. stand by B. found C. stop D. overthrow

24. A. kind B. ambitious C. proud D. hard-working

25. A. in B. by C. over D. across

26. A. hung B. put C. made D. held

27. A. touch B. kiss C. push D. swallow

28. A. common B. strange C. obvious D. practical

29. A. greeted B. admired C. ignored D. encouraged

30. A. tired of B. interested in C. frightened at D. satisfied with

31. A. invite B. drag C. observe D. attract

32. A. on B. over C. with D. out

33. A. funny B. strong C. great D. beautiful

34. A. herself B. itself C. themselves D. himself

35. A. false B. sincere C. fast D. timely

36. A. helped B. led C. desired D. advised

37. A. name B. power C. title D. wealth

38. A. sure B. surprised C. willing D. afraid

39. A. for B. at C. to D. by

40. A. suitable B. terrible C. probable D. valuable

第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）

阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式

The Xi'an City Wall is the most complete city wall that has survived China's long history. It___41.___(build) originally to protect the city___42.___the Tang dynasty and has now been completely restored (修复). It is possible ___43.___(walk) or bike the entire 14 kilometers.

We accessed the wall through the South Gate. The wall is 12 meters high and from here you can see streams

of people moving inside and outside the City Wall.

After___44.___(spend) some time looking at all the defensive equipment at the wall, we decided it was time for some action and what___45.___(good) than to ride on a piece of history!

We___46.___(hire) our bikes from the rental place at the South Gate. My bike was old and shaky___47.___did the job. It took us about 3 hours to go all___48.___way around the Xi'an City Wall. Supposedly you can do it in two hours, but we stopped at the different gates and___49.___(watchtower) to fake pictures or just to watch the local people going about their____50.____(day) routines.

第四部分写作（共两节，满分40分）

第一节短文改错（满分10分）

51.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；

只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。

As it is known to all, the Great Wall is the most famous places of interest in China. Everybody wants to go there, but I am no exception. Then, this summer vacation, the day I have been looking forward to coming at last. I got up very early that day and set off with my brother Tim followed behind. After two hours’ bus ride, we arrived at which looked like the large market, where there were millions of people talking, pushing and photographing. At that, my enthusiasm immediate disappeared. Indeed, the Great Wall is really something must be experienced with a little ease and privacy.

第二节书面表达（满分25分）

52.假定你是李华，你校英语话剧社正在招聘新成员，请你写一封电子邮件申请参加。内容主要包括：

1、写信目的;

2、个人优势。

Dear Sirs,

_____________________________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________

Yours sincerely,

Li Hua

参考答案

1. A

2. D

3. C

4. C

5. C

6. D

7. D

8. C 9. A 10. B 11. C

12. D 13. A 14. B 15. C

16. E 17. D 18. C 19. A 20. B

21. C 22. A 23. D 24. B 25. B 26. A 27. D 28. B 29. C 30. B 31. A 32.

A 33. C 34. D 35.

B 36. A 37.

C 38. C 39. B 40. D

41. was built

42. in/during

43. to walk

44. spending

45. better 46. hired

47. but 48. the

49. watchtowers

50. daily

51.(1).去掉it;(2).places→place;(3).but→and;(4).have→had;(5).coming→came(6).followed→following;(7).which→what;(8).the →a;(9).immediate→immediately;(10).something后加that。

52.略