宿迁2025学年度第二学期期末教学质量检测高三英语

1、Rose couldn't stand .

A.being made fun of B.making fun of

C.to make fun of D.being made fun

2、We don't have the same interest. That's ________the problem lies.

A.where B.what C.how D.which

3、— Bruce，you don't look well. What happened?

— ________ in heavy traffic just now made me nervous.

A.Drive B.To drive C.Driven D.Driving

4、The old peasant preferred _______ in the field to _______ at home in his free time.

A.to walk around; staying B.walking around; staying

C.walking around; stay D.to walk around; stay

5、—Hey! I just heard that sports meeting would be called off due to the bad weather.

—Really? It doesn't look that bad to me.

—Nah! I was just ________.

A. pulling your leg B. all ears C. a wet blanket D. giving you the cold shoulder

6、---Excuse me. Is this the right way to the Children’s Palace?

---Sorry, I am not sure. But it______be.

A. will B. might

C. can D. must

7、It was not until spring 2008, when Sarah and Brown shared a flight between London and Washington, ________they got to know each other properly.

A．where

B．what

C．before

D．that

8、All the people in the hall held their breath, ________ for the great moment.

A.to be waiting B.being waited C.waited D.waiting

9、I have got ________ things to do this morning, so I wasn’t able to go to the flower exhibit.

A．a great deal of

B．a plenty of

C．masses of

D．a great many of

10、On _________ that all go smoothly, we can realize our annual goals as expected.

A.situation B.case C.condition D.environment

11、He spent quite some time trying to____what Kurt would be doing.

A.turn out B.reach out C.figure out D.look out

12、I have reached a point in my career ________ I need to decide which way to go.

A．that

B．where

C．which

D．why

13、Paul did a great job in the speech contest. He many times last week.

A．need have practised

B．might practise

C．must have practised

D．could practise

14、If a book is ，  it will surely readers.

A.interested；interest B.interesting；be interested

C.interested；be interesting D.interesting；interest

15、The policemen brought in two thieves who were caught______in the supermarket.

A.steal B.stolen C.to steal D.stealing

16、With a lot of questions _________, the official is having a hard time.

A.answered B.to answer C.answering D.being answered

17、——How about eight o’clock meeting outside the cinema?

——That _____ me fine.

A.matches B.meets C.satisfies D.suits

18、I prefer ______ at home all night to make up the lost time rather than ______ TV programs.

A.stay; to watch B.staying; watching C.to stay; watch D.staying; watch

19、Who ________ for the US government shutdown after President Donald Trump and the US Congress failed to pass the bill to extend federal funding?

A.you suppose to blame B.do you suppose to blame

C.you suppose is to blame D.do you suppose is to blame

20、Boys, please don’t talk about such things _______ you don’t understand at all.

A.that B.as

C.which D.what

21、He explained ______ for his father's birthday party.

A.why was he late B.why is he late

C.why he is late D.why he was late

22、The number of coal mines _________ to half, as well as its size.

A．cut down

B．has cut down

C．was cut down

D．were cut down

23、They ________ each other for about two years before they got married.

A．fell in love with

B．were in love with

C．had been in love with

D．had fallen in love with

24、No one ____ be more warm-hearted; he has a heart of gold.

A. should B. can

C. might D. need

25、It is a great____________ for our country to hold the 2022 Winter Olympic.

A.signal B.function C.honor D.agreement

26、   After a five-year pause, the Billboard Music Awards officially returned to the United States. Two of the big winners at this year’s awards were Rihanna and Taylor Swift. But a major symbol of the show’s popularity came from others such as Beyonce, U2, the Black Eyed Peas, and First Lady Michelle Obama.

This year marks the Billboard Awards’ rebirth. The Billboard Awards had been a big event since 1989, but the award in 2006 seemed to be its last award.

This year the show was brought back in Las Vegas, broadcast live on ABC, and hosted by “The Hangover 2” star Ken Jeong. However, like many other awards shows, the three-hour awarding ceremony served more as a marketing tool for today’s pop stars than an award presentation.

The show was packed with fans. Cee-Lo Green floated in the air with his piano. Surprising duets (二重唱) between Rihanna and Britney Spears, and this year’s Billboard Icon Award winner, Neil Diamond made the fans sing along to “Sweet Caroline” and “America”.

Rihanna’s two wins were Radio Artist of the Year and Top Female Artist. Taylor Swift won the evening’s first award, as Top Album Artist, as well as Top Country Artist

Beyonce received a special “Millennium” Award for her career achievements: The 29-year-old star was praised in a video by a series of other stars, including Lady Gaga and Michelle Obama. She also performed her new song, “Run the World”.

The Billboard Music Awards are given to the most popular artists in the mainstream music scene. The finalists and winners are determined by their rank on the Billboard charts.

【1】When was The Billboard Music Awards first held?

A. In 1989. B. In 2006.

C. In 2011. D. In 2018.

【2】What does the author wish the awarding ceremony to be?

A. A promotional tool for today’s pop stars.

B. An award presentation.

C. A live broadcast show.

D. A pop star show.

【3】Why was Beyonce given an award by the Billboard?

A. For being the most popular artist. B. For making the fans sing along with her.

C. For her career achievements. D. For being praised by Lady Gaga.

【4】What award was not mentioned in the text?

A. Top Album Artist. B. Top Female Artist.

C. Top Country Artist. D. Top Male Artist.

27、Why should mankind explore space? Why should money, time and effort be spent exploring and researching something with so few apparent benefits? Why should resources be spent on space rather than on conditions and people on Earth? These are questions that, understandably, are very often asked.

Perhaps the best answer lies in  our genetic makeup as human beings. What drove our ancestors to move from the trees into the plains, and on into all possible areas and environments? The wider the spread of a species, the better its chance of survival. Perhaps the best reason for exploring space is this genetic tendency to expand wherever possible.

Nearly every successful civilization has explored, because by doing so, any dangers in surrounding areas can be identified and prepared for. W ithout knowledge, we may be completely destroyed by the danger. With knowledge, we can lessen its effects.

Exploration also allows minerals and other potential resources to be found. Even if we have no immediate need of them, they will perhaps be useful later. Resources may be more than physical possessions. Knowledge or techniques have been acquired through exploration. The techniques may have medical applications which can improve the length or quality of our lives. We have already benefited from other spin -offs including improvements in earthquake prediction, in satellites for weather forecasting and in communications systems. Even non-stick  pans and mirrored sunglasses are by-products(副产品) of technological developments in the space industry!

While many resources are spent on what seems a small return, the exploration of space allows creative, brave and intelligent members of our species to focus on what may serve to save us. While space may hold many wonders and explanations of how the universe was formed or how it works, it also holds dangers. The danger exists, but knowledge can help human beings to survive. Without the ability to reach out across space, the chance to save ourselves might not exist.

While Earth is the only planet known to support life, surely the adaptive ability of humans would allow us to live on other planets. It is true that the lifestyle would be different, but human life and cultures have adapted in the past and surely could in the future.

【1】Why does the author mention the questions?

A. To express his doubts.

B. To compare different ideas.

C. To introduce points for discussion.

D. To describe the conditions on Earth.

【2】What is the reason for exploring space based on?

A. Humans are nature born to do so.

B. Humans have the tendency to fight.

C. Humans may find new sources of food.

D. Humans don't like to stay in the same place.

【3】The underlined word “spin-­offs” in Paragraph 4 probably refers to ___.

A. survival chances

B. unexpected benefits

C. potential resources

D. physical possessions

【4】Which of the statements can best sum up the passage?

A. Space exploration has created many wonders.

B. Space exploration provides the best value for money.

C. Space exploration can benefit science and technology.

D. Space exploration may help us avoid potential problems on Earth.

28、   Computer technology has changed the way we deal with the world, from allowing us to communicate with others more easily to entertaining us with video chatting. Newer generations are growing up with this technology, but we should know that the computer is a double-edged sword. It does have its benefits, primarily in education and gaining information, but it can also be harmful to children during a very important time of growth. Too much computer use can affect children's physical and mental health as well as social skills.

Using the computer is an activity much like watching television. You don't get very much exercise, simply sitting down. Computers cause other health problems as well. Too much use of a keyboard and a mouse can cause hand injuries, back problems and so on. At a time when children are growing physically, it's especially important to note the benefits of physical activity.

Too much computer use can affect a child's attention and focus（专注度）. Though some computer games have been shown to help a child develop certain cognitive（认知的）skills, there are still many games and other forms of computer entertainment doing nothing to develop a child's mind. Addiction（上瘾）to programs, games and videos makes it more difficult for children to focus on tasks for a long period of time, and this can affect a student's studies and grades. In more extreme cases, children with computer addiction will fail their classes completely. Computer addiction is a very troublesome thing, and once it starts, it's very difficult to stop.

Computer use is also an activity which most children enjoying doing alone, and it can go hand in hand with addiction. Children who spend more time on the computer than other people in general, may fail to develop necessary social skills. Social skills are important not only for communicating with others, but for developing self-respect and working in social environments, both of which are very important for children's growth.

【1】Which of the following is closest in meaning to the underlined word in Paragraph 2?

A.Know about. B.Set down.

C.Pick out. D.Depend on.

【2】In the author's opinion, kids’ too much computer use can lead to .

A.physical violence B.cognitive disorder

C.shortage of entertainment D.poor performance in study

【3】Children with computer addiction may get unsocial because .

A.they ignore social environments

B.they seldom communicate with others

C.they think social skills unnecessary

D.they find it hard to develop self-respect

【4】What is the real concern of the author?

A.Children's physical growth.

B.Children’s learning situation.

C.The influence of the computer on children.

D.The importance of computer technology to children.

29、   An 82-year-old Chinese female pilot has set a record in the country's airline industry after flying a small plane for 40 minutes in Beijing. Miao Xiaohong, one of China's second batch （一批）of female pilots, controlled the Tecnam P2010 plane to take off, turn, climb, dive and land safely at the Shifosi Airport in Pinggu District of Beijing.

In 1956, Miao Xiaohong, who graduated from a high school in Jinan, won a position in the second batch. She graduated from the flight school in 1958. In the following years, she flew many important missions （任务）.In 1963, she undertook a mission to airdrop materials for the flood-stricken areas in Hebei Province. Poor visibility （能见度）prevented her locating the target areas as the clouds were about 100 meters above the ground, but she managed to finish the task.

In 1989, she retired and started her writing career. When she collected materials for her books, she found that many aged pilots in other countries still flew, and she had the idea to return to the sky. To prepare for the flight, she walked 3 ,000 steps every day and moved her arms to meet the requirements for high-altitude flight during the past two months. Different from past flights for missions, this time her goal was to enjoy the flight. She said that it was exciting and fresh. " Seeing the boundless blue sky unfold in front of me, I feel it is very open," she said.

The trainer said that Miao Xiaohong could finish 30 hours of flight to get a license for commercial flight. She said, "My physical condition is good enough to finish the 30-hour flight but it is not so important for me to get such a license. After achieving my dream of returning to the sky, I hope to encourage young women to join the airline industry. I'm 82 years old and I can fly again. You, the young people, can fly and will fly better than me."

【1】What can we learn from the airdrop mission carried out by Miao Xiaohong?

A.She was a very brave pilot.

B.She had excellent flying skills.

C.She suffered from poor eyesight.

D.She usually completed hard tasks.

【2】What made Miao Xiaohong have the idea of flying a plane at the age of 82?

A.Her deep love for flight.

B.Her wish to set a flying record .

C.The requirements of her books.

D.The influence of other aged pilots .

【3】Which of the following words can best describe Miao Xiaohong?

A.Faithful B.Energetic

C.Determined D.Promising

【4】What might be the best title for the passage?

A.Returning to the blue sky

B.Coming to join in the flight

C.Managing to finish difficult tasks

D.Improving yourself to set a record

30、   A few days after Christmas, my friend Zachary came over with his snowboard. Zachary was very good at snowboarding, but I could __________do it at all. I wondered if maybe my new board wasn’t the right size for me, so I tried __________Zachary’s board, but I still didn’t get very __________.

While I __________ with Zachary’s board, he was making run after run down the hill. He asked me if we could go to his favourite hill to do more runs, and not wanting to __________ his fun, I __________said I would go.

While out on the new hill, I still struggled to stay __________. I had fallen a few times when a teenager that I had never __________ before noticed that I was getting __________, and called me over to give me some advice. I don’t talk to strangers as a _________, but my mom was with me, so I felt __________. So I listened to what he had to __________, and then I made another __________. He watched, and then came over to give me more __________. I did what he told me, and I was able to get all the way down the hill without __________. It seemed much easier with the instructions he gave me.

This guy was so nice and helpful about __________ me. He could have chosen to make a few more runs for the day,__________ taking the time to help me. As __________ preteens, sometimes when we think of teenagers, we think of those who are troublemakers, or those who scare us. But this teenager made me feel __________ around him and was really helpful and kind to me.

I’m a much better snowboarder now, thanks to the very __________ teenage stranger.

【1】A.exactly B.definitely C.barely D.seldom

【2】A.changing B.buying C.riding D.adjusting

【3】A.high B.far C.well D.much

【4】A.played B.walked C.connected D.struggled

【5】A.spoil B.mention C.increase D.witness

【6】A.unwillingly B.proudly C.confidently D.uncertainly

【7】A.up B.off C.out D.down

【8】A.asked B.helped C.consulted D.encountered

【9】A.improved B.alarmed C.excited D.frustrated

【10】A.way B.rule C.gesture D.dare

【11】A.embarrassed B.ashamed C.understood D.protected

【12】A.do B.make C.experience D.say

【13】A.mistake B.effort C.decision D.complaint

【14】A.warnings B.benefits C.pointers D.presents

【15】A.helping B.falling C.tripping D.sliding

【16】A.instructing B.accompanying C.encouraging D.criticising

【17】A.as well as B.instead of C.in addition to D.more than

【18】A.younger B.smarter C.kinder D.older

【19】A.anxious B.small C.comfortable D.helpful

【20】A.diligent B.determined C.considerate D.handsome

31、课文填空

The three men built a small boat and set sail. All of a sudden, two dinosaurs rose to the surface and began to fight each other. The small boat was almost 【1】by the dinosaurs before they were able to get away

They sailed to shore and explored the forest. They came across huge insects and many strange creatures. As they were 【2】 around, they noticed a man sitting【3】a tree in the distance-he was at least four meters tall. The men became afraid, and ran back to the boat.

They set sail again, and saw what looked like an exit, but it was【4】by rocks which had fallen down from the ceiling. They made a bomb to blow up the rocks. After the bomb exploded, their boat rushed 【5】forward into a large hole. The boat floated down with the water. It was too fast for them to escape, They could only hold on to the boat in terror.

32、阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。

I was born and grew up in a small seaside town. In my childhood, I often played on the beach with my elder sister, chasing (追逐) the waves and enjoying the seaside scenery.

One sunny summer afternoon, my sister and I were playing on a big rock quite a distance from the beach. We were so happy that we didn’t notice the water rising. When we decided to go back, we were shocked to find that the rock had almost been covered by water and there was no way back to the shore. Meanwhile, the wind blew harder and harder. We got into a panic, waving and shouting crazily towards the shore. Suddenly, I slipped (滑) and fell into the sea. My sister stretched out her hand to catch hold of me. However, she could not stay still, and slid off the rock into the sea, too.

“Help! Help!” We cried. I could feel my body tingling (酸麻) as I tried to breathe for air. I attempted to swim back to the rock, but the water was too deep and the waves were too strong. What made things worse was that the rough water made it almost impossible for anyone to hear our cries. Tears mixed with the water as I struggled in the sea. My sister, although using all her strength, wasn’t able to pull me in. Instead, she was being pushed apart from me by the big waves. The two of us, scared to death, kept crying.

Luckily, two boys playing on the beach happened to see us. They quickly found a stick nearby and approached us cautiously, hand in hand. They tried to pull us ashore with the stick. But the stick was too short for us to reach. Worse still, the wind was getting so strong that the two boys were rocked from side to side, unable to stand steadily. Eventually, they had no choice but to go back to the shore to look for other people to help us.

注意：

1. 续写词数应为150左右；

2. 请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。

Another huge wave crashed over my head and pulled me under.

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Fortunately, the two boys managed to find a lifeguard.

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