广安2024-2025学年第一学期期末教学质量检测试题(卷)高三英语

1、 No one is beyond the law, so it is _______ that the young talented university student was sentenced to death for murdering his roommate with poison.

A. avoidable B. surprising

C. reasonable D. astonishing

2、Yesterday, my father was so lost in his thoughts that he didn’t realize he ____ the red lights.

A. ran B. was running C. runs D. has run

3、 Readers are required to _________ the rules of the library and mind their manners.

A. observe   B. confirm

C. review   D. appreciate

4、Public service ads, also PSAs, often _________ for free, _________ to educate people about health, safety or any other problem that affects public welfare.

A．run; meant B．are run; are meant

C．are run; mean   D．run; are meant

5、Minister Bill De Blasio   in office fewer than 48 hours when he came face to face with his biggest challenge in his life．

A．has been   B．had been C．would be   D．is

6、They agreed to let me______for a week to see if I was up to the job I had applied for.

A. try out   B. look out

C. burst out   D. hold out

7、The tech giant, Huawei won respect all over the world.

A．n. 巨人，伟人

B．adj. 巨大的，特大的

C．n. 大公司，强大组织

D．adj. 伟大的

8、The world is more forgiving than commonly ______, so we should be optimistic about life.

A. declared B. promoted C. supposed D. required

9、Intelligence doesn’t __________ mean success. You need to work hard as well.

A.honestly B.necessarily C.formally D.simply

10、I don't think you'll be able to understand this formula(公式) ________you finish school.

A．as if

B．only when

C．even

D．even when

11、_____ in charge of two classes made Mrs．Li, head of Senior Grade 3, extremely tired．

A． Leaving

B． Left

C． Being left

D． Having left

12、When Madam Curie did the science experiment again, she was more careful ________ she had made a mistake.

A．what   B．when C．which   D．where

13、When workers are organized in trade unions, employers find it hard to lay them ______.

A．off

B．aside

C．out

D．down

14、It wasn’t long______ they felt at home with each other and shared almost everything.

A．before

B．since

C．after

D．until

15、The house is ________ than that one.

A．two-thirds large

B．two third larger

C．two-thirds larger

D．larger two-thirds

16、The school, more than 90 percent of whose graduates are usually admitted into key universities, enjoys an excellent _______.

A. occupation   B. reputation

C. contribution   D. foundation

17、Hard work and lack of sleep have _____ her beauty and youth in recent years.

A. worn out   B. tried out

C. made out   D. sent out

18、— I’m sure Andy will win the first prize in the coming English Speech Contest.

— There is no doubt about it. He ________ for it for months.

A. is preparing   B. was preparing

C. has been preparing   D. will prepare

19、The long lasting cold current has brought ________ winter in my memory to the east coast of the United States．

A. the longer   B. the longest

C. a longer   D. a long

20、The boys followed the marks that they ______, until finally they found their way back to the campsite.

A. left B. have left

C. had left   D. have been left

21、Pre-College Summer Programs for High School Students

Applications of Nanoscience (纳米科学) Summer Institute at University of California Los Angeles (UCLA)

Over the course of two weeks, program participants will learn the basics of pursuing a scientific research project. They’ll attend lectures, take part in hands-on experiments, and work on a team project having to do with actual scientific research. By the end of the program, students will have a solid understanding of nanoscience and research projects.

How Much: $3,666 (includes tuition and room & board; discount for students entering the UC system the following fall)

Artificial Intelligence Laboratory’s Outreach Summer Program at Stanford University

In an attempt to increase diversity in the field of Artificial Intelligence, Stanford University hosts this pre-college summer program for girls who are interested in A.I. and willing to choose it as a college major and future career. Over the course of three weeks, the young women in the program are exposed to Artificial Intelligence through lectures, industry field trips, hands-on projects, and even mentoring sessions (指导会议) with professors, researchers, and graduate students.

How Much: $6, 000 (includes tuition, room & board, field trips, and course materials)

Engineering Pre-College Summer Program at Syracuse University

This unique summer program is perfect for the high school students considering a career in engineering, as it combines college-level introductory courses with hands-on activities and field trips. The program offers two courses during two weeks — Civil & Environmental Engineering and Aerospace Engineering — and students can choose to participate in one or both.

How Much: $3, 090 for boarding students; $2, 191 for commuting students (走读生)

【1】What can you attain from the Nanoscience program?

A．Valuable research experience.

B．Self-made nano-based product.

C．Approaches to writing applications.

D．Official admission to the UC system.

【2】Why does Stanford University start its A.I. program?

A．To appeal to more A.I. projects.

B．To attract more female students to explore A.I.

C．To promote communication between A.I. researchers.

D．To select qualified graduate students for the university.

【3】What can students do in Stanford University’s A.I. program?

A．Go sightseeing in nearby colleges.

B．Advertise for A.I. course materials.

C．Give lectures on A.I. to fellow students.

D．Communicate with A.I. experts for advice.

【4】If you apply for Syracuse University’s engineering program, you can ______.

A．choose to live off campus

B．take two courses for a month

C．have a discount for your tuition

D．get a part-time job in engineering

【5】What is the common feature of the three programs?

A．They last less than two weeks.

B．They focus on the field of technology.

C．They aim at educators in high school.

D．They are hosted by the same university.

22、What do Harry Potter, Katniss Everdeen, and Frodo all have in common with the heroes of ancient myths? Joseph Campbell studied myths from all over the world and published a book called “The Hero with a Thousand Faces”, retelling dozens of stories and explaining how each represents the mono-myth, or Hero’s Journey. So, what is the “hero’s journey”?

He thinks of it as a cycle in his book. The journey begins with the hero receiving a mysterious message, an invitation, or a challenge. After crossing the threshold from his safe home to adventure, with some help probably from someone older, wiser, our hero solves a riddle, slays a monster, escapes from a trap. The hero’s darkest hour then comes, when he faces death and possibly even dies, only to be reborn. As a result, the hero claims some treasure, special recognition, or power, which can vary between stories. After all that adventure, the hero returns to his ordinary world, but upgrades to a new level. Nothing is quite the same once you are a hero.

The Hero’s Journey myth exists in all human cultures and keeps getting updated, because we humans reflect on our world through symbolic stories of our own lives. You leave your comfort zone, have an experience that transforms you? and then you recover and do it again. You don’t literally slay dragons or fight Voldemort, but you face problems just as scary. Joseph Campbell said, “In the cave you fear to enter lies the treasure you seek.”

What is the symbolic cave then you fear to enter? Auditions for the school play? Baseball tryouts? The paper due?

Watch for this formula in books, movies, and TV shows you come across. You will certainly see it again. Also be sensitive to it in your own life. Listen for your call to adventure. Accept the challenge. Conquer your fear and claim the treasure you seek. And then, do it all over again.

【1】What is the correct order of the following stages of the “Hero’s journey”?

①Return to the ordinary world but outgrow his old life.

②Receive the call to adventure and assistance from a wiser.

③Set out on the adventure and go through a series of tough trials.

④Face the life-or-death crisis and be reborn with some special power.

A．①②③④

B．②④①③

C．②③④①

D．③②④①

【2】Why is Hero’s Journey myth so popular?

A．Because it’s a way to reflect on our world.

B．Because it’s a way to learn about the past.

C．Because these stories are always being updated.

D．Because these stories are part of human culture.

【3】Which of the following may the author disagree with?

A．We all need a “cave” to hide in face of danger.

B．Our comfort zone will hinder our development.

C．Difficulties we face tend to be treasures in life.

D．We should overcome our fears faced with danger.

【4】Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?

A．The Hero with a Thousand Faces.

B．The Hero’s Journey.

C．How to Conquer Your Fear.

D．Be Your Own Hero.

23、   Jean was a single mother with a young son. She taught the first grade and worked very hard. She drove a small old car. One August, the teachers returned from a summer break to see Jean drive up to school with three children. The two girls were Jean’s former students who had lost their parents. They did not want to enter a foster care center. They turned to Jean-their first grade teacher-for help. Though she and her son lived in a small house, Jean took the girls in.

During lunch, while other teachers shared life stories, Jean never complained about her new responsibilities. She did, however, speak about her car. With three children to transport, the car was too small and slow. It even burned engine oil. Jean needed something new. However, she couldn’t buy one with three children in her home.

As a good friend, I listened to her concerns. At that time, I did not have much money. But I wanted to help Jean buy a car. An idea hit me when I watched a TV show.

One day, Jean received an invitation to a TV show. She was surprised but decided to attend it. Midway through the show the host called Jean to the stage. He explained he had received a letter, knowing her need for a new car. The audience listened to the details of Jean’s story and were all moved. Then the host said that Jean would receive a new car for her family. Cheers filled the studio and Jean shook with disbelief.

Six hundred miles away, I watched the joy of it all from the television in my living room. Jean’s big heart taught me many lessons that year. I did nothing but share her story.

【1】What can we infer about Jean according to the first paragraph?

A．She was a driver.

B．She was very kind-hearted.

C．She knew the girls’ parents.

D．She wanted to sell her small car.

【2】What troubled Jean?

A．She found it hard to raise kids alone.

B．She couldn’t afford to buy a new car.

C．She couldn’t spare more time for her students.

D．She had no time to transport her kids to school.

【3】Why did Jean receive an invitation to the show?

A．The author turned to the show for help.

B．The school rewarded her for her hard work.

C．The school wanted to make her story known.

D．The show picked some single mothers to report randomly.

【4】What can be the best title for the text?

A．A Letter from My Friend

B．Helping My Friend Get a Car

C．Inviting My Friend to a Show

D．A Single Mother with Three Kids

24、Cold weather can be hard on pets, just like it can be hard on people.Sometimes owners forget that their cats are just as used to the warm shelter (住所) as they are.Some owners will leave their animals outside for a long period of time, thinking that all animals are used to living outdoors.This can put their pets in danger of serious illness.There are things you can do to keep your animal warm and safe.

Keep your pets inside as much as you can when the weather is bad.If you have to take them out, stay outside with them.When you’re cold enough to go inside, they probably are too.If you must leave them outside for a long time, make sure they have a warm, solid shelter against the wind, thick bedding, and plenty of non-frozen water.

If left alone outside, dogs and cats can be very smart in their search for warm shelter.They can dig into snow banks or hide somewhere.Watch them closely when they are left outdoors, and provide them with shelter of good quality.Keep an eye on your pet’s water.Sometimes owners don’t realize that a water bowl has frozen and their pet can’t get anything to drink.Animals that don’t have clean and unfrozen water may drink dirty water outside, which may contain something unhealthy for them.

【1】What do we learn about pets from Paragraph 1?

A.They are often forgotten by their owners.

B.They are used to living outdoors.

C.They build their own shelter.

D.They like to stay in warm places.

【2】Why are pet owners asked to stay with their pets when they are out in cold weather?

A.To know when to bring them inside.

B.To keep them from eating bad food.

C.To help them find shelter.

D.To keep them company.

【3】If pets are left on their own outdoors in cold weather, they may ___.

A.run short of clean water

B.dig deep holes for fun

C.dirty the snow nearby

D.get lost in the wild

【4】What is the purpose of this text?

A.To solve a problem.

B.To give practical advice.

C.To tell an interesting story.

D.To present a research result.

25、   It’s a memorable period when I lost a long time job.It happened in 2004,when our company announced the job __________, facing the global economic crisis.We all __________ the insurance company we worked for was not as __________ as it used to be.Then, one day, I entered my office and was __________ I got fired.

During that week, I did almost nothing to change my situation, __________ renewing my old contacts with writers that I built when I worked as an experienced __________ many years ago.Beyond this, I remained a __________ unemployed loser.Soon enough, I received an order from a writer.Then I was __________ by a few more people who needed my services, and gradually my reputation recovered.

Though this __________ job couldn’t support me long,I could make ends meet while __________ a job.During my hard times, I made the __________ of a man from Japan, who wanted to have his novel translated into English quickly, and I __________ that.We worked together for a while.He inspired me to find new opportunities from __________ companies instead of the same ones.I started to look at the world from another __________; I figured out what I truly wanted, and ​__________ the thought that "the man is for work, not the work for the man".

【1】A.training B.advertisement C.cut D.loss

【2】A.expected B.realized C.promised D.suspected

【3】A.responsible B.influential C.profitable D.attractive

【4】A.warned B.reminded C.convinced D.informed

【5】A.except B.without C.like D.despite

【6】A.editor B.agent C.insurer D.translator

【7】A.low B.confused C.useless D.sensitive

【8】A.praised B.reached C.inspired D.caught

【9】A.relaxing B.literary C.temporary D.challenging

【10】A.resigning from B.dreaming of C.keeping up D.hunting for

【11】A.acquaintance B.impression C.assessment D.celebration

【12】A.accepted B.chosen C.repeated D.rejected

【13】A.developing B.distinct C.potential D.similar

【14】A.approach B.instruction C.angle D.background

【15】A.possessed B.supported C.appreciated D.quit

26、书面表达（满分25分）

假定你是我校的高三学生李华， 学校将要为高一新生举办主题为“What to learn in senior high school?”的英语沙龙活动， 特邀请你结合自身经历谈谈自己的体会。请根据以下提纲准备一份英语发言稿。词数120左右；发言稿开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。

1．学会学习：方法、习惯等；

2．学会做人：真诚、友善等；

3．其他方面：考生自拟。

Good morning, everyone! It is my honor to be here to share with you my opinion on what to learn in senior high school．

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Thank you!