2025年河北省保定市易县中学英语高三上期末学业水平测试模拟试题.doc

2025年河北省保定市易县中学英语高三上期末学业水平测试模拟试题
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第一部分 （共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）
1．--- Do you think I should join the singing group, Mary?
--- ______ If I were in your shoes, I certainly would.
A．None of your business． B．It depends.
C．Why not? D．I don’t think so.
2．Taking drugs has become part of every sport _________ athletes seek to achieve beyond their natural limits.
A．which B．that C．who D．where
3．She then took the little key, and opened it, trembling, but could not at first see anything ________, because the windows were shut.
A．plainly B．closely C．firmly D．frequently
4．________ in the last examination, she was more confident of another success in the coming one.
A．To succeed B．To have succeeded C．Having succeeded D．succeeding
5．That Was the first time she alone at home during the weekends，bored to death．
A．has left B．has been left C．had left D．had been left
6．Never turn down a job because you think it’s too small. You don’t know _____ it can lead.
A．how B．where
C．whether D．what
7．—Why did you let ____ kids off this time?
—I just want to give them ____ second chance．
A．/; the B．the;/ C．the; the D．the; a
8．So far, only one man has ________ a theory that seems to fit all the facts.
A．come up with B．put up with
C．lined up with D．caught up with
9．—Oh, Hannah just told me that she was unable to translate the report into English.
—________？She once spent 10 years living in London.
A．Guess what B．Why not C．So what D．How come
10．Varieties of solutions have been provided for us to solve the problem. We can choose________ to start with.
A．it B．that C．each D．one
11．Though our football boys are faced with four goals behind, they are still struggling hard in the field to ______.
A．face the music B．save face
C．cost their arm and leg D．land on their feet
12．He had a great dearie to have a home of his own, ______ he had always lived with his grandmother.
A．or B．and C．so D．for
13．---Can you come on Monday of Tuesday？
---I'm afraid__________ day is possible.
A．either B．neither
C．some D．any
14．If we want students to become effective in multicultural settings, one thing is clear: there is no ________ for practice.
A．prescription B．substitute
C．appetite D．suspension
15．If Joe’s wife won’t go to the party,________.
A．he will either B．neither will he
C．he neither will D．either he will
16．Though he lacks experience, the arrangements are all _______ for the meeting next Thursday ahead of time.
A．in particular B．in place C．in preparation D．in time
17．We have decided to fulfill the task in time, difficulties we may meet with.
A．no matter how B．however C．whatever D．whichever
18．Tom’s comments on this issue are confusing because they appear to ______the remarks on the same issue made earlier by him.
A．violate B．induce C．clarify D．contradict
19．________ the opportunity to speak at the graduation ceremony made me overjoyed.
A．Offering B．Offered
C．To offer D．Being offered
20．—________! Somebody has left the lab door open.
—Don’t look at me.
A．Hi, there B．Dear me
C．Thank goodness D．Come on
第二部分 阅读理解（满分40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。
21．（6分）The Domestication （驯化）of Cats
For centuries, the common view of how domestication had occurred was that prehistoric people, realizing how useful it would be to have animals kept for food, began catching wild animals and breeding （繁殖）them. Over time, by allowing only animals with “tame”（驯养）characteristics to produce their babies, human beings created animals that were less wild and more dependent upon people. Eventually this process led to the domestic farm animals and pets that we know today, having lost their ancient survival skills and natural abilities.
Recent research suggests that this view of domestication is incomplete. Prehistoric human beings did catch and breed useful wild animals, but specialists in animal behavior now think that domestication was not simply something people did to animals—the animals played an active part in the process. Wolves and wild horses, for example, may have taken the first steps in their own domestication by hanging around human settlements, feeding on people’s crops and getting used to human activity. The animals which were not too nervous or fearful to live near people produced their babies that also tolerated humans, making it easier for people to catch and breed them.
In this version, people succeededin domesticating only animals that had already adapted easily to life around humans. Domestication required an animal that was willing to become domestic. The process was more like a dance with partners than a victory of humans over animals.
At first glance, the laming of cats seems to fit nicely into this new story of domestication. A traditional theory says that after prehistoric people in Egypt invented agriculture and started farming, rats and mice gathered to feast on their stored grain. Wildcats, in tum, gathered at the same places to hunt and eat the rats and mice. Over time, cats got used to people and people got used to cats. Some studies of wildcats, however, seem to call this theory into question. Wildcats don’t share hunting and feeding areas, and they don’t live close to people. Experts do not know whether wildcats were partners in their own domestication. They do know that long after people had acquired domestic dogs, sheep and horses, they somehow acquired domestic cats. Gradually they produced animals with increasingly tame qualities.
1、What is suggested in recent research?
A．Animals were less afraid than thought.
B．Animals had an active role in their domestication.
C．Wolves and horses were the first to be domesticated.
D．Domestication meant something people did to animals.
2、The word “dance” is used in Paragraph 3 to show that ._
A．animals and humans were close
B．control over animals was easy
C．animals were independent of humans
D．domestication was like a game
3、What probably attracted cats to human settlements?
A．Other cats. B．Warmth.
C．Humans. D．Food
4、What causes a problem for the theory that cats were domesticated like wolves was?
A．Cats were not friendly to people.
B．Cats were not as fierce as wolves.
C．Cats had the characteristic of independence.
D．Cats showed cleverness when they were hunting.
22．（8分） Rules for the University Entrance Examination
●You must be at the examination center ten minutes before the examination starts. If you are more than ten minutes late, you may not enter the examination center. The examination takes place at the same time in different states.
●You must have proof of your name and grade as well as official examination number. Show these when you come to the examination center.
●Depending on which examination you are taking, you may bring certain items into the examination center. Mathematics examinations may allow you to use electronic calculators (计算器). Other subjects may allow you to use dictionaries and other reference material. Please read the notes sent with your timetable carefully.
●You must bring your own pencils. None will be provided for you. The following items are not allowed in the examination center: walkmans and radios, head sets, any food or drink, schoolbags, electronic equipment (unless specifically permitted for various subjects), and mobile phones.
●Once in the center, you must sit at the desk with your examination number on it. When you sit down, place your examination number at the top corner of your desk.
●You must remain silent during the examination. You must not disturb other people who are taking the test.
●If you need a drink or toilet break, you should raise your hand and wait for the supervisor (监督者) to speak to you. You will be given water or the supervisor will take you to the bathroom. You are not allowed to talk with anyone during the break.
●You must write your answers in the official answer sheet. Your supervisor will provide extra paper if you wish to make notes.
●You may leave the examination room at any time if you do not plan to return. If you finish early and want to leave, please move well away from the examination center.
●The supervisor will warn you fifteen minutes, five minutes and one minute before the end of the examination. When the supervisor says that the time is up, you must put down your pencil and wait at your desk until your paper is collected.
1、What kind of examination are these rules probably for?
A．A local exam. B．A final exam.
C．A college exam. D．A national exam.
2、What are you allowed to have with you when you take mathematics examination?
A．Related material. B．Proof of yourself.
C．A cell phone. D．A dictionary.
3、What should you do if you finish the test early and want to get a better result?
A．Take some notes carefully.
B．Leave the room immediately.
C．Remain in your seat and check again.
D．Raise your hand to inform your teacher.
4、What can be provided for you during the exam?
A．Pencils. B．Food and drink.
C．Extra paper. D．Calculators.
23．（8分）Amsterdam is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world and famous for its beautiful canals, top art museums, and cycling culture. It is the capital and most populous city in the Netherlands and often referred to as the “Venice of the North” because of its wide system of bridges and canals. Here are some of the key points to remember as you plan your trip to Amsterdam.
Must-See Attractions
Most visitors begin their Amsterdam adventure in the Old Centre, which is full of traditional architecture, shopping centers, and coffee shops. The top museums to visit are the Rijks museum, the Ann Frank House, and the Van Gogh Museum. The Canal Ring is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was originally built to attract wealthy home owners and an area for celebrity spotting and nightlife today.
Transportation
Travelers should be aware that Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is one of the busiest airports in the world. This airport is located about 15 kilometers southwest of the city center. You can catch a train from Schiphol to Amsterdam Central Station, which has many connecting routes. It’s typically not a good idea to drive a car to the city center. Cycling is incredibly popular here, and it’s easy to find cheap bike rentals around the town. Amsterdam has a flat terrain(地形) and it’s a good choice to explore the city on foot.
Money-saving Tips
● Look for accommodations in Amsterdam’s South District^ where rates are generally cheaper than in the city center.
● Buy train tickets at the machine instead of the counter to save a bit of money
● Instead of hiring a tour guide, jump onto a canal boat. They’re inexpensive and will give you a unique point of view of the city.
Check at http://wmv. save70. com to view price comparisons for flights, hotels, and rental cars before you book.
1、What can visitors do in the Old Centre?
A．Do some shopping. B．Visit a museum.
C．Run a coffee shop. D．Come across many architects.
2、What suggestion does the author offer tourists in the text?
A．Hiring a tour guide. B．Visiting the city on foot.
C．Buying tickets at the counter. D．Going to the city center by car.
3、What is the purpose of the text?
A．To encourage more overseas travelling.
B．To compare some tourist attractions.
C．To promote some famous museums.
D．To advertise travelling information.
24．（8分）When she first started learning about the climate change from one of her elders, Fawn Sharp was invited on a helicopter flight over the Olympic Mountains to survey the Mount Anderson glacier(冰川). But the glacier was gone, melted by the warming climate. Sharp had a deep sense of loss when she discovered the glacier wasn't there anymore.
Loss is a growing issue for people working and living on the front lines of climate change. And that gave Jennifer Wren Atkinson, a full-time lecturer at the University of Washington Bothell, US, an idea for a class.
This term, she taught students on the Bothell campus about the emotional burdens of environmental study. She used the experiences of Nalive American tribes (部落) , scientists and activists, and asked her 24 students to face the reality that there is no easy fix -- that "this is such an intractable problem that they're going to be dealing with it for the rest of their lives.”
Student Cody Dillon used to be a climate science skeptic (怀疑论者) . Then he did his own reading and research, and changed his mind.
Dillon wasn't going into environmental work--he was a computer-science major. Yet,the potential for a worldwide environmental catastrophe seemed so real to him five years ago that he quit his job and became a full-time volunteer for an environmental group that worked on restoration (恢复) projects.
Six months into the work, he decided that Alkinson's class was just what he was looking for - - a place where he could discuss his concerns about a changing climate.
Atkinson said she hopes the class helped her students prepare themselves for the amount of environmental loss that will happen over their lifetimes.
“We are already changing the planet - . so many species are going to be lost, displaced or massively impacted (巨大影响的) ,”she said. “The future isn't going to be what they imagined.”
1、Why did the author mention the case of Fawn Sharp?
A．To lay a basis for Fawn Sharp's further research.
B．To prove Fawn Sharp's work is similar to Atkinson's.
C．To lead into the issue of loss caused by climate change.
D．To show scientists' concern about the Mount Anderson glacier.
2、What's the main purpose of Atkinson's class?
A．To explore how different people deal with climate change.
B．To get students more concerned about environmental issue.
C．To find solutions to the Olympic Mountains environmental issue.
D．To teach students how to conduct a research about environment.
3、Which of the following best explains “intractable” underlined in Paragraph Three?
A．Simple. B．Difficult.
C．Common. D．Interesting.
4、How did Atkinson's class influence Dillon?
A．Dillon worked as a part-time volunteer for restoration projects.
B．It made him realize a planet-wide climate disaster would happen.
C．It encouraged him to be more involved in environmental protection.
D．It discouraged him to work on restoration projects for the environment.
25．（10分）Asia is such a vast and diverse continent for anyone dreaming of an escape. Here are some best destinations to visit over the next 12 months.
Xi’an, China
Xi’an, China is supreme and then there’s the biggie (重要的事物)-the Army of Terracotta Warriors, celebrating 30 years as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017.
Xi’an is vast, but a relaxed way of living and recent openings have boosted an already superb accommodation market. A crop of new bars and cafes are thrown in here. There’s never been