2025年广东省岭南师院附中东方实验学校英语高三上期末联考模拟试题.doc

2025年广东省岭南师院附中东方实验学校英语高三上期末联考模拟试题
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第一部分 （共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）
1．They are smiling. There ______ much trouble solving the problem.
A．couldn’t be B．mustn’t be
C．can’t have been D．mustn’t have been
2．-Oh, we have finished our task and can have a good rest．
- ________．Our manager took another order yesterday．
A．Yes, it will B．I don't take much of it
C．It's possible D．It's hard to say
3．—Excuse me, can you tell me where I can find a supermarket?
—I happen to know ________ nearby. Come on, I’ll show you the way.
A．one B．it
C．that D．some
4．---But for your timely warning, we into great trouble.
---Well, you know we’re friends.
A．would get B．must have got C．would have got D．can’t have got
5．Jack decided to choose a different ________ and teach history through storytelling.
A．analysis B．angle C．attitude D．approach
6．— Mummy, look at my gloves. I need a new pair.
— ________. I bought them for you only a week ago!
A．You bet B．You said it
C．You don’t say D．You name it
7．I felt like giving up. I probably ________， but my Dad whispered, “Come on! You can make it.”
A．would have B．would C．should D．should have
8．— Mary looks hot and dry.
— So ________ you if you had a high fever.
A．could B．would C．may D．must
9．As he works in a remote area, he visits his parents only _____
A．anxiously B．occasionally
C．practically D．urgently
10．－What about inviting Tracy to host the party?
－Good idea! She is very quick in mind. Oh, _______, here she comes.
A．don’t pull my leg B．a little bird told me
C．speak of the devil D．it’s a piece of cake
11．It was in that small house ________ was built with stones by his father ________ he spent his childhood.
A．that; where B．which; that
C．which; which D．that; which
12．Faced with economic slowdown, some companies are planning to use robots to ______ human workers to reduce their labor costs.
A．compensate B．substitute
C．symbolize D．discriminate
13．The reds and golds _____ into each other as the sun sank. What a beautiful sight!
A．bumped B．pressed
C．melted D．turned
14．His sister left home in 1998, and_________________ since.
A．had not been heard of B．has not been heard of
C．had not heard of D．has not heard of
15．He started school the same day as I did and________to it like a duck to water.
A．appealed B．took
C．catered D．saw
16．If ________ in the elevator, please press the emergency button immediately.
A． trapped B． trapping
C． having trapped D． to be trapped
17．The government has taken some measures to solve the shortage of electricity, but it will be some time_________ the situation improves.
A．since B．when
C．unless D．before
18．A lot of food as well as some tents _________to Yushu since the earthquake occurred.
A．has been transported B．have been transported
C．is being transported D．are transported
19．--I feel nervous when taking an exam.
-- and you can do it well.
A．Take it w easy B．Take your time C．Good luck D．It’s up to you
20．I have to reschedule the appointment with you since there is a ______ in my arrangement.
A．contract B．contrast C．connection D．conflict
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） Alibaba Cloud and the Hangzhou city government announced the launch of ET City Brain 2.0, a cloud—powered and Al-driven urban traffic-management system that aims to increase the city’s efficiency.
After over two years of testing in Alibaba’s home base, ET City Brain has become the new infrastructure (基础设施) for Hangzhou, with a total coverage of 420 square kilometers in area, including over 1,300 traffic lights. Over 200 traffic officers are connected via mobile phones, enabling them to receive real-time alerts on any traffic-related emergencies.
In version 2.0, the system will optimize the city’s firefighting abilities by providing key information to firefighters, such as water pressure, the number and position of fire hydrants (消防栓) in a given area, the location of gas pipes and other details they need to know. The information is instant, making the entire firefighting process faster, safer and more accurate.
City Brain gives meaning to data. By using AI and advanced algorithms (计算程序), City Brain is able to analyze a large amount of data and turn them into useful information in real-time speed.
As a result of City Brain’s ability to predict traffic flow, detect accidents and provide instant feedback, Hangzhou has dropped from 5th to the 57th on the list of China’s most congested cities. Hangzhou is probably the only city that can tell you how many cars are on the street at any given time.
In the case of medical emergencies, City Brain is able to change traffic lights, so emergency vehicles like ambulances and fire trucks can head to the scene without interruption, accelerating their arrival time by 49%.
Dr. Wang Jian, the head of Alibaba’s Technology Steering Committee who invented the term “City Brain”, said the system is designed to empower a city to act quickly and directly. It is more than just about traffic management. It’s really about how to make city more livable at a time of shrinking natural resources around the globe. “It is a matter of sustainability, while using as little natural resources as possible,” Wang said, “This is just the beginning.”
1、What benefit will ET City Brain bring?
A．Lower crime rates.
B．Efficient government.
C．Less traffic congestion.
D．Improved medical care.
2、Which of the following functions of the city Brain is NOT mentioned in the text?
A．Predicting traffic flow.
B．Giving quick feedback.
C．Changing traffic lights.
D．Handling traffic accidents.
3、Which of the following best explains “optimize” in paragraph 3?
A．Better. B．Practise.
C．Operate. D．Emphasize.
4、What can we conclude from the last paragraph?
A．ET City Brain 2.0 is a mature version.
B．Alibaba targets environmentally-friendly development.
C．The government is devoted to improving the system.
D．The system can solve the problem of lack of resources.
22．（8分） Volunteering abroad is a great way to help others, improve your skills and become a more confident, independent person. If you are interested in volunteering abroad, here are some places to go.
Australia
If you seek a life on the beach, in a great climate with friendly people, Australia might be your best bet. With thousands of volunteers already signing up to leave for Australia during the holidays, it will be a very popular option.
Brazil
This vast country has some great opportunities on offer and is especially popular this year. A lot of volunteer work is available in Brazil centers on conservation and ecological projects. With the world’s largest rainforest in Brazil, of which huge part is in danger, there are lots of different jobs you can do.
Kenya
Kenya is the destination for those seeking an African experience. Generally volunteers in Kenya work in orphanages (孤儿院) or with local children living in slums (贫民窟). There is a great demand for volunteers in Africa because many people live in poverty, so if you truly feel like making a difference to a community, Kenya should be at the top of your list.
Costa Rica
Golden sandy beaches, clear coastlines and beautiful cities are what Costa Rica is all about. Because of its small size, you can see a lot of the country in just a short time. You can really make the most of your time as a volunteer. A lot of work is needed with wildlife and ecological work, so if you want to look after turtles (海龟) on the beach, Costa Rica could be just the place for you.
1、Where will you probably go if you are interested in protecting the environment?
A．Australia. B．Brazil.
C．Kenya. D．Costa Rica.
2、What can be inferred from the passage that volunteers in Kenya mainly work with?
A．Children. B．The elderly.
C．Animals. D．Plants.
3、What should you do if you choose to go to Costa Rica?
A．You should surf with children in the water
B．You should take care of trees in the forests
C．You should work with animals on the beach
D．You should look after children who have lost their parents
23．（8分）Sydney Day Tours
Port Stephens Day Tours
Labeled “Blue Water Paradise”, Port Stephens is known for its beauty and marine surroundings with over 19 miles of clean, white and sandy beaches. It is home to around 30 bottlenose dolphin and thus called the dolphin capital of Australia.
Highlights: Dolphin Watching; Australian Reptile Park
Operates: Mon, Wed & Sat---8 AM
Adults: $195 Children: $98
Note: Not suitable from Dec. 20th, 2017 to Jan. 9th, 2018 in Christmas & NY period, Feb. 2th-22th, 2018 in Chinese NY.
Sydney City Day Tours
Sydney is a big city, filled with lots of landmarks and attractions to see. This can make it a stressful task to plan your own vacation in Sydney. Luckily, our tours are designed to allow you to see all of Sydney’s most famous landmarks. You can rest and make sure that you will be seeing all that Sydney has to offer.
Highlights: Harbour Bridge; Sydney Opera House
Operates: Daily---8 AM
Adults: $129 Children: $65
Blue Mountains Tours
These Blue Mountains Tours from Sydney have been designed for the adventures and people who like to enjoy bushwalking. Additionally, these Blue Mountains Day Tours includes a tough walk from Glenbrook to the Wentworth Falls.
Highlights: See Australian wildlife up-close; Guided hike at Wentworth Falls.
Operates: Daily—8 AM
Adults: $99 Children: $74
Note: A good level of fitness is required for the bush walk. Minimum child age is 11 years.
1、Which one is NOT proper time for the Port Stephens Day Tours?
A．Jan. 1th, 2018 (Sat.) B．Jan. 3th, 2018 (Mon.)
C．Jab. 24th, 2018 (Wed.) D．Feb. 3th, 2018 (Thur.)
2、What can tourists enjoy on Sydney City Day Tours?
A．Marine surroundings B．Harbour Bridge.
C．Dolphin Watching D．Adventurous activities
3、Which of the following is true according to the advertisement?
A．All the tours are available every day.
B．Sydney city has the most landmarks and attractions in the world.
C．Children 10 years and under are not permitted on Blue Mountains Tours.
D．All the tours are charged and designed only for adventures.
24．（8分）Music has always been associated with exercising. Most of us listen to our favorite music while jogging in the park or while working out in the gym, but we never think of it as more than just an accompaniment to our exercisc routine. But recent scientific research has thrown light on the fact that using the “right” music while exercising can do you a whole lot of good: from creating a feeling of positivity to calming any anxious feelings.
Research on the effects of music during exercise has been done for years. In 1911，an American researcher, Leonard Ayres, found that cyclists pedaled faster while listening to music than they did in silence.
This happens because listening to music can drown out our brain’s cries of fatigue. As our body realizes we’re tired and wants to stop exercising, it sends signals to the brain to stop for a break. Listening to music competes for our brain’s attention, and can help us to overcome those signals of fatigue, though this is mostly beneficial for low-and moderate-intensity exercise. During high-intensity exercise, music isn’t as powerful as pulling our brain’s attention away from the pain of the workout.
Not only can we manage to exercise longer and harder when we listen to music, but it can actually help us to use our energy more efficiently. A 2015 study showed that cyclists who listened to music required 7% less oxygen to do the same work as those who cycled in silence. So in the same way that exercising makes us happier, it’s not surprising that music adds significantly to our work-out success.
What have you noticed about how music affects you? Next time when you take exercise, select the right music to accompany you. You will find yourself in a more different mood than ever.
1、Why do some people listen to music while exercising?
A．They attach importance to enjoying music.
B．They know music helps do exercise.
C．They find music is an interesting accompaniment.
D．They don’t give too much consideration to it.
2、How will you do when you want to stop exercising?
A．To try to listen to the music you like.
B．To stop for a rest immediately.
C．To tell yourself never to do like that.
D．To send a signal to your brain.
3、It can be inferred from the fourth paragraph that .
A．listening to music can help produce more energy
B．the cyclists love listening to music more than others
C．people should take listening to music seriously while exercising
D．significant music can benefit high-intensity exercise
25．（10分）To eat only a vegan（素食的） diet might sound difficult, especially with many popular dishes containing meat or other animal products. Yet in 2017, veganism was described as “the fastest - growing lifestyle movement” in the UK, according to BBC news.
A study by a UK market research organization, suggests that over 542,000 Brits went vegan during the previous decade, an increase of 360%. And the main force behind this increase was those aged 15-34 years old — 42% of recent vegans fall under that age range.
So why exactly has veganism become so popular among young Brits?
One reason could be that many young people want to protect the environment, as less meat consumption is known to be beneficial to the environment. Global meat manufacturing is believed to cause 18% of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions（排放）, even more than that of all the world’s cars, trains and planes combined. Another reason is that many of today’s young people believe that it’s wrong to kill animals to be used as food.
Jess Murray, 22, a student at University College London, said that he chose to become vegan after realizing that eating animals is a choice that people make, rather than something that we need to do to survive. “Becoming vegan was an ethical (道德的) decision,” he told the Guardian.
Social media is also believed to have given rise to the increase in veganism. Platforms such as Facebook allow young vegans to connect with each other much easier, while others such as Instagram have led to the creation of “vegan celebrities (名人)”, who share lips on vegan lifestyles.
Despite the rising of veganism, Laura Wyness, an expert in diet and nutrition, said that meat is very important for people’s health. “A strict vegan diet makes it difficult to get some minerals and vitamins that your body needs,” Wyness told BBC news.
However, the popularity of veganism doesn’t seem to be fading. “It feels more like this is something that is sticking.” said an expert of the Vegan Society, a UK charity that promotes veganism.
1、What can we learn about veganism, “the fastest-growing lifestyle movement” in UK?
A．It has created many popular dishes.
B．It is back