湖北省黄冈市黄冈中学2013届高三五月第二次模拟考试.doc

湖北省黄冈市黄冈中学2013届高三五月第二次模拟考试

第三部分：阅读理解（共20小题；每小题分2分，满分40分）

A
Each year on February 2nd, there is special festival called Groundhog Day (土拨鼠日 )' forecasting event in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. When it comes, people from around the world, including 5,000 in the small town today, watch this tongue-twisting(发饶舌的) small town for a sign from one groundhog that supposedly predicts when that years' spring will arrive.
If it's a cloudy day outside when the groundhog pops from its cave, then spring will arrive early that year. However, if it is sunny outside, the groundhog will supposedly be scared by its own shadow, retreating underground for six more weeks of cold weather.
Of course, Punxsutawney Phil's prediction is no more able to guarantee the extended forecast than your local weatherman. ABC News reports that an analysis by the National Climate Data Center found that Phil's predictions are more often wrong than right. ,
Philis is also found to have made some unpleasant predictions. Ever since 1887, he has predicted 99 extended winters and just 16 early springs .Nine of the years' predictions were unavailable, according to ABC.
The holiday began as a German tradition in 18th century and became even more of a cultural phenomenon after the 1993 film Groundhog Day starring Bill Murray.
Punxsutawney Phil has become a celebrity in his own right. Each year, the fatter animal with long teeth is watched by millions as he emerges from a cave in the town he is named after Phil has become so beloved by the town that he actually lives in the local library with his “wife" Phyllis.
Taking inspiration from the hard state of Bill Murray’s character in the classic film, Yahoo contributor Owen Rust says Groundhog Day is a good time to reflect on one’s routines.
51. The underlined word “pops” means “ ”.
A. escapes B. appears C. increases D. hides
52. The reason why Phil's predictions aren't pleasing is that_____________.
A. Phil likes to make unpleasant predictions
B. Phil wants to do that for fun
C. some of the predictions were unavailable
D. he has predicted more late springs
53. How does Punxsutawney Phil become a celebration?
A. By an accident.
B. From people's life improving.
C. By his own attractive force
D. From much money raised by the town.
54. Which is the best title for this passage?
A. Groundhog Day weather forecasting
B. A German tradition
C. A tongue-twisting small town
D. The National Climate Data Center

B
Everyone wants to have a healthy heart. Still ,heart diseases affect more than 1 in 3 adults in the United States.The good news is that some simple, everyday habits can make a big difference in your ability to live a healthy lifestyle. Here are some worst habits for your heart, and how to avoid them.
Watching TV
Sitting for hours on end increases your risk of heart attack and stroke(中风), “some exercise doesn’t make up for the time you sit,” says Harmony R. Reynolds, Why? The lack of movement may affect blood levels of fats and sugars. Dr. Reynolds advises walking around regularly and, if you’re at work, standing up to talk on the phone.
Leaving hostility and depression unchecked
Are you feeling stressed or sad ? It can do harm to your heart. While everyone feels this way some of the time, how you handle these emotions can affect your heart health. “Those with stress are in greater danger; research has shown a benefit to laughter and social support,” Dr. Reynolds says. “And it’s helpful to be able to go to someone and talk about your problems.”
Cutting off from the world
It’s no secret that on some days, other human beings can seem annoying and too difficult to get along with.
However, it makes sense to strengthen your connections to the ones you actually like. People with stronger connections to family, friends, and society in general tend to live longer, healthier lives.
Everyone needs alone time, but you should still reach out to others and keep in touch whenever you can.
Drinking (too much) alcohol
Sure, studies suggest a small amount of alcohol may be good for your heart. However, too many of us drink over. Too much alcohol is linked to a greater risk of high blood pressure, high levels of blood fats, and heart failure.
55. Watching TV for a long time may ______________.
A. help you live a healthy life B. lead to heart attack
C. make up for the time you sit D. make you feel stressed
56.Which of the following is bad for those with stress and sadness?
A. Laughing a lot B. Talking about their own problems.
C. Getting social support D. Leaving these emotions alone.
57.If you want a long healthy life, you should____________.
A. cut off from the world B. get along well with others
C. stay alone as much as possible D. drink no alcohol
58. From the passage we can infer that _____________.
A. some everyday habits can help avoid heart attacks
B. standing up to talk on the phone is not a good idea
C. it’s easy to strengthen your connections to others
D. too much alcohol is not linked to heart failure

C
CHINA established the city of Sansha yesterday on Yongxing Island in the southernmost province of Hainan.
A ceremony to mark the city’s establishment began at 10:40 am on a square in front of the city government’s main building.
The national flag was hoisted (升起) and the national anthem played after the unveiling of the signboards of the Sansha Municipal Government and the Sansha Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China(CPC).
Official broadcaster China Central Television(CCTV) aired the ceremony live, with speeches from Sansha’s newly appointed mayor and other officials.
Sun Shaochi, vice minister of civil affairs, announced the State Council’s approval of the establishment of the city at the ceremony.
Luo Baoming, Party chief of Hainan Province, said in a keynote speech that Sansha was established to administer the Xisha, Zhongsha and Nansha islands and their surrounding waters in the South China Sea.
“The provincial government will be devoted to turning the city into an important base to safeguard China’s sovereignty (国家的主权) and serve marine resource development.” he said.
He said the main task now will be to build up political power in Sansha to ensure efficient management. The Sansha city government is located on Yongxing Island, a part of the Xisha Islands and the largest island in the area.
Sansha is 13 hours from the mainland by boat. It has a post office, bank, supermarket and hospital, but little else.
59. Where is the center of Sansha city located?
A. In Hainan Province. B. On Yongxing Island.
C. In South China Sea. D. In Fujian Province.
60. What does Luo Baoming means in his speech in the seventh paragraph?
A. Turning the new city into a military base.
B. Turning the new city into touring base.
C. Turning the new city into the base for safeguarding coastal areas and territorial seas.
D. Turning the new city into the base for oil development.
61. We can learn from the last paragraph that .
A. the new city is far from Hainan province
B. the new city is convenient to reach
C. the new city isn’t comfortable to live in
D. the new city is a good place to live in
62. The writer’s purpose of writing this passage is to .
A. introduce the Sansha city
B. attract people to travel here
C. announce the news that Sansha city was established
D. tell the importance of the city

D
Astronaut Mark Kelly announced today that he is retiring from NASA in order to focus on the recovery of his wife, Gabrielle Giffords.
Kelly, who is 47, began his NASA career in 1996. He has traveled to the International Space Station four times and served aboard space shuttles (航天飞机) Endeavour and Discovery. Most recently he was commander of Endeavour's final voyage, which ended on June l.
“After 25 years of service to our country, I am retiring from the United States Navy and leaving NASA. My retirement will take effect on October l. " he said.
“This was no easy decision. Words cannot express my deep gratitude for the opportunities I have been given to serve our great nation. And I have always been proud to be a member of the NASA. Public service has been more than a job for me and for my family. My brother continues to serve in NASA and in the Navy. My parents are retired police officers. And my wife Gabrielle proudly serves in the US House of Representatives.” he continued.
“As life takes unexpected turns we frequently come to a crossroads. I am at this point today. Gabrielle is working hard every day on her way to recovery. I want to be by her side. Stepping aside from my work in the Navy and at NASA will allow me to be with her and with my two daughters. I love them all very much and there is no doubt that we will move forward together. After some time off, I will look for new opportunities and I'm hopeful that one day I will again serve our country.” Kelly said.
On Jan 8, Giffords was shot in the head and was severely injured while meeting with her supporters. She returned to her Tucson home last week for the first time since then.
63. Mark Kelly must have been when he announced his decision.
A. regretful B. cheerful C. peaceful D. meaningful
64. Mark Kelly decides to retire from NASA mainly because .
A. he is tired and hopes for a good rest
B. he has been offered a better position
C. he was commander of Endeavour's final voyage
D. he hopes to spend more time with his family
65. We can learn from the passage that .
A. Mark Kelly has already retired from NASA
B. Mark Kelly is proud of his wife and his family
C. Gabrielle Griffons is now being treated in hospital
D. Gabrielle Griffons will come back to work soon
66. What is the passage mainly about?
A. The recovery of Gabrielle Giffords
B. Mark Kelly’s retirement from NASA.
C. The true love between Mark Kelly and Gabrielle Giffords.
D. The unusual experience of Mark Kelly and Gabrielle Giffords.

E
Mom was right! If you say thank you, for even the smallest gift or slightest show of kindness, you’ll feel happy.
Gratitude, says Robert A. Emmons, a professor or psychology at the University of California, is an important element of happiness. In his recent book, Thanks, Emmons uses the first major study on gratitude to prove mom’s point. In acknowledging and developing this much-ignored expression of thankfulness, he explains how people have benefited---- even improved their health.
As one of the leading scholars of the positive psychology movement, he admits gratitude may be difficult to express. He advises you to begin by admitting that life is good and full of events and elements that make daily existence a wonder. Second, recognize that the source of life’s goodness is more than just you. That source may be your mom, a friend, partner, child, colleague at work or play, or any combination of these.
Gratitude is always other-directed, notes Emmons. You can be pleased or angry with yourself and feel guilty about doing something wrong, but you can never be grateful to or for yourself.
Expressing gratitude shouldn’t be a reaction; it should be a state of mind. To feel grateful when life is a breeze and you have more than you need is easy. To feel grateful in time of crisis---- anger, hatred and bitterness----is easier. Also, too many people are aware of life’s blessings only after these are lost.
It’s crisis and chaos ---- danger, disease, disability and death ---- that bring many individuals to realize just how dependent they are on others. Yet it’s the way each of us begins life and ends it. It’s too bad that so many people waste those decades in between labouring under the illusion they are self-sufficient, says Emmons.
The abundance of voices expressing gratitude from his studies of individuals with chronic health problems is many. But Emmons goes beyond his “groundbreaking” science to make his case for gratitude by including the inspirational writings of philosophers, novelists and saints, as well as the beliefs of various religions and their respective scriptures. Taken together, these observations are summed up quite nicely by famous humanist Albert Schweitzer, who said the secret of life is “giving thanks for everything.”
To enable and embrace gratitude, Emmons encourages the readers of Thanks to keep a gratitude diary. He even provides easy-to-follow directions on how to practice and develop gratitude.
I’m not a reader or advocate of self-help books but I am thankful for the reference I found in a newspaper article to the research Emmons was conducting on gratitude involving organ donors and recipients. The chance discovery led me to this book.
Mom implied that kindness seems to find its way back to the giver because life really is all about giving, receiving and repaying. So I’ll pay attention to her professional advice and say: Thank you, professor Emmons.
67. What is the text mainly discussed?
A. There are many ways of being thankful. B. Gratitude is important to happiness.
C. Mom is great for her being thankful. D. Being thankful will keep you fit.
68. The author mentions Robert A. Emmons’ book Thanks in order to prove that ___.
A. Professor Emmons supports mom’s study on psychology.
B. mom is as great a psychologist as Professor Emmons.
C. Professor Emmons is a famous psychologist.
D. mom is right about her viewpoint on gratitude.
69. It will be easier for you to feel grateful when ___________.
A. you live a comfortable life B. you receive gifts on your birthday
C. you get help during your hard times D. you are congratulated on your success
70. What is the opinion of Professor Emmons?
A. It is enough to thank others orally.
B. Whether you are thankful is always up to you.
C. Remember to be thankful anytime and anywhere.
D. It is easier to be thankful for yourself than for others.