高中英语尖子生周考3.doc

四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。
A
Planet Earth would be a scary place for humans if dinosaurs still ruled the world. Though there are still some traces of life from the Jurassic Period, the Age of Dinosaurs ended more than 65 million years ago. 
This mass extinction is believed to be the result of an asteroid(小行星)  hitting Earth. A new report by the journal Biological Reviews called “The Extinction of Dinosaurs” concludes that this impact was, indeed, the cause of the dinosaurs’ demise. But the space blast(爆炸) wasn’t the only reason these creatures aren’t still around today.
Dinosaurs need food to survive. Meat-eating monsters like the Tyrannosaurus Rex（霸王龙） were at the top of the food chain, and fed off plant eaters like the horned Triceratops(三角恐龙). These herbivores(食草动物) were decreasing in population after the asteroid hit Earth, which left the meat-eating species less food to survive on. “In any ecosystem where you remove links to key species, that community has problems,” Richard Butler, one of the review’s authors, told National Geographic.
While the herbivore population was going down, Earth’s temperatures were rising when volcanoes erupted. Hot vapors and gas began wiping out some of the dinosaur population and weakening the survivors.
These changes made the asteroid’s impact especially powerful. It caused more volcanoes to erupt, heated up Earth's atmosphere, and led to a sharp drop in the level of oxygen in the oceans.nbsp;
With the dinosaurs gone, mammals (哺乳动物) began to evolve into bigger and more diverse species. Many animals we see today, like birds, sharks, and even some cats and dogs, appeared after the asteroid hit Earth. But none rule Earth quite like the dinosaurs did.
21. Which of the following words can replace the underlined word “demise” in Paragraph 2? 
  A. Death      B. Evolvement      C. Presence       D. Decrease  
22. According to what Richard Butler said, what caused dinosaurs to die out?
  A. A shortage of clean water.                B. A break in the food chain.  
  C. A small variety of animals.                 D. The constant warming climate. 
23. What was the negative effect of the asteroid hitting Earth?  
  A. Oceans became too hot for animals.          B. There was less oxygen in the oceans. 
  C. Earth's climate became violent.             D. The majority of the plants gradually died out.  
24. The text is mainly about _______
   A. the evolvement of mammals on Earth        B. the gradual process of climate change
C. the importance of the balance of ecosystem   D. the cause of the extinction of the dinosaurs 

B
A two-day water ban in parts of Ohio and Michigan has been lifted.
Imagine being told not to drink, shower, or brush your teeth with tap water. That’s what happened to residents of Toledo, Ohio, and parts of Michigan over the weekend after tap water coming from Lake Erie wasnbsp;found to be unsafe. Hundreds of thousands of people were affected.
The water ban began on Saturday. As a temporary solution, bottled water was trucked into the area and the
 Ohio National Guard was purifying water for residents. But by Monday morning, the ban had been lifted.  
“Our water is safe,” said Toledo mayor,  Dnbsp;Michael Collins. “Families can return to normal life.” To reassure(使放心) people, he took a sip from a glass of the city’s tap water.
Toledo is Ohio’s fourth largest city. News about the water ban came after tests at one water-treatment 
plant showed high levels of the microcystin (微囊藻素) caused by algae(海藻).  Following the warning, Ohio governor John Kasich declared a state of emergency.
Drinking the contaminated water could cause people to feel uncomfortable. Health officials said that children and those with weak immune systems should not shower or bathe in the water. 
To try to solve the problem, city officials added carbon and chlorine(氯) to the water. Test results on Sunday showed that the toxins(毒素)  had probably reached a safe level. It wasn’t until Monday that the mayor announced that six new water samples had come back clean and safe to drink.
Tap water accounts for two- thirds of the drinking water consumed in homes across the U.S., according to a study released by the U.S. Department of Agriculture three years ago. Officials test the quality of the water to make sure it is healthy for people to drink.
Toledo mayor,  D. Michael Collins said that, going forward, scientists and political leaders need to come 
together and figure out how to address the algae problem in Lake Erie.
25. What happened to the residents of Toledo on Saturday?
  A. They were told not to use tap waternbsp;             B. They had to carry water from a lake. 
  C. There was no water running in the tap.           D. They were forbidden to swim in Lake Erie.
26. What did D. Michael Collins do to prove the tap water is safe? 
  A. He cooked a meal with tap water.            B. He took a shower with tap water.
  C. He drank some tap water in public.           D. He brushed his teeth withnbsp;tap water. 
27. What caused the water to be unsafe?
  A. A simple plant in the lake.                 B. Fishing in the nearby areas.
C. Waste water from chicken farms.             D. Chemicals from nearby factories.  
28. What would D. Michael Collins do to solve the algae problem in Lake Erie?
  A. He would have water purified for residents. 
  B. He would organize a meeting to find a solution. 
  C. He would send more bottled water to Toledo. 
  D. He would wipe out the water plant. 
C
Looking for a great summer read? Kid reporters from Time For Kids have reviewed the season'snbsp;hottest new
 books. They have recommended a list of kid-approved page-turners(令人爱不释手的书) to our readers. Whether you’re fond of mysterious, fantastic or realistic fictions, there’s always one that suits you.  
Three Bird Summer

By Sara St. Antoine 
Reviewed by Camryn Garrett
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Number of pages: 256
What’s the basic story line?
For his entire life, 12-year- old Adam has spent summers at his grandma’s cabin in Minnesota. But this year things are different. His parents have divorced. On top of that, Adam’s cousins won’t be vacationing at the cabin with him. Also, Grandma seems to be acting differently. At first, she’s just a bit more forgetful than usual. But after spending more time with her, Adam realizes Grandma is “slipping.”
There are new neighbors at the cabin this summer, including a girl at Adam’s age named Alice. At first, Adam isn’t interested in spending time with her. But as time goes by, their friendship flourishes(繁荣). Throughout this unusual summer, Adam searches for hidden treasure with his new friend and begins to uncover family secrets as well.
Are the characters believable?
The characters are believable because they don’t have cookie-cutter(千篇一律的) personalities. Adam is quiet and shy and finds girls difficult to understand. Alice is adventurous and unlike any girl he has ever met. Readers will likely see aspects of their personalities in the characters and recognize their friendship too.
Who would like this book?
Anyone who appreciates memories of family vacations or summertime in general will enjoy the vivid imagination that fills Three Bird Summer. Readers will fall into the story, almost as if they’re actually spending the summer exploring Three Bird Lake with Adam and Alice.
29. While spending his summer at his grandma’s cabin this year, Adam ____________.
 A. became friends with his cousins         B. developed a friendship with a little girl
 C. annoyed his grandma occasionally       D. played with Alice in the fields nearby
30. The book is likely to appeal to kids because _____________.
 A. it describes country life              B. it talks about school life  
 C. it relates to their experience           D. it is written in simple words
31. The text is written to __________
 A. praise a writer for his great work        B. recommend a good book to readers
 C. encourage readers to do more reading    D. discuss how to spend summer holidays
D
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When I contacted July's drawing winner, I couldn't believe the inspiring story behind her efforts.
Sari Bailey entered the drawing in the hope of winning an iPad Mini for her blind granddaughter, Aubrey. Aubrey, a soon-to-be 4-year-old, was born with a rare condition called septo-optic dysplasia. The condition, also known as De Morsier’s syndrome, happens when the optic nerves（视神经）do not develop fully in the fetal state.
Aubrey once had an iPad Mini, given to her by the Gia Nicole Angel Foundation, which provides an iPad Mini to the blind once a year. However, it was stolen, and her family did not know how they could replace it. The iPad was essential to Aubrey's development, as she uses it for intensive therapy( 强化治疗). Each week, Aubrey works through an hour of occupational, physical, and speech therapy.
While Aubrey struggles with her sight, she loves music and plays the piano and sings fairly well for a three-year-old! As one can imagine, the iPad plays a huge role in this. She also finished her first year of school in May.
Sari says, "We are very happy for her progress. We like to have as many tools for learning as possible available to Aubrey, thus, I quest for the winning of the iPad Mini! She is a very special little girl and I love her dearly."
Here at Goedeker’s, we wish Aubrey the very best, and we hope she loves the new iPad Mini!
32. If you want to get an iPad Mini from Goedeker’s, you need  ___________.
A. buy a lottery ticket                           B. hand in your painting
 C. present a product review                      D. go shopping regularly
33. What do we know about Aubrey ?
 A. She is a normal 4-year-old girl.                 B. She fell ill soon after she was born.  
C. She is blind because of a rare disease.            D. She became deaf after an accident.
34. Aubrey needs an iPad Mini badly because ____________.
 A. she wants to talk to her friends                  B. she uses it for medical treatment
 C. she can contact the Gia Nicole Angel Foundation   D. she receives music lessons via it
35. The text is written to _____________.
 A. share a moving story behind a drawing winner   B. appeal to more customers to help Aubrey
 C. introduce a competition held by Goedeker’s     D. tell an inspiring story about the winner
第二节  （共5小题； 每小题2分，满分10分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
The way you spend your morning can add a certain flavor to the rest of your day. Here are some healthy lifestyle habits that help you start your day in a better way.
Listen to Music
        36     . Listening to music as you get ready and start your day will create positive energy and a soothing sense of peace. Music can promote other healthy lifestyle habits, adding a sense of peace to a yoga workout, putting a spring in your step on a morning walk, or refresh your mind.
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Many people shower in the morning though we often rush through it. Why not take a few extra minutes to take a shower? As you let the warm water loosen your muscles, think about the challenges that lie ahead, focus on what you have to be grateful for in life, and remember this warm feeling.  
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For those of you who start the day on a cake and coffee, read this! Breakfast is known as the most important meal of the day for a very good reason: a healthy meal in the morning can balance your blood sugar levels and give you the nutrients you need to handle physical and mental stress. Be sure to have plenty of protein and fruit, not just caffeine and empty calories!  
Keep Your Journal
Journaling has many health benefits and can lead to increased self-awareness. Take a few minutes to focus on what you hope to achieve.    39   . Writing once a day can help you feel focused, process negative emotions, and solve problems.  
Morning Walk
        40    . Morning walk can get you ready for your day, help you sleep better at night, lower your stress level, and reduce your risk of numerous health conditions.  
A. Relax in the Shower
B. Eat a Balanced Breakfast
C. Don’t skip your breakfast
D. Taking physical exercise regularly is a good way to keep fit
E. Music can reduce stress and have a positive effect on health
F. You can just write about what you are grateful for right now
G. Many people walk in the morning because of its health benefits
第三部分  英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）
第一节 完形填空 （共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Albert Einstein said, “In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity.” Once discovered, such opportunities are like valuable diamonds   41  in the sand.
Several years ago I   42  at church about how we are surrounded by “diamonds,” 43  we could recognize them. A man stopped by to see me. I  44  him as somebody who had suffered through a painful divorce and was examining his life’s priorities(首要事情). I saw his hand containing a small, plastic gem  45 .
“I stepped on this gem stone when I was leaving  46  last Sunday,” he explained.
“It found its  47  in the sole(鞋底) of my shoe. You had talked about recognizing  48  – diamonds. I put the plastic stone in my pocket to remind me to look for those diamonds that I  49  .”
“I have been trying to sell my business,” he  50  . “On Monday morning, a man stopped by who seemed  51  in purchasing some of my stock(库存). I thought, here’s my  52 .  Don't let it get away! I sold the entire stock to him by noon.”
“Now,” he said with a  53 , “my next diamond is to find a new job!”  
Soon afterward, he did find a new and better job. He was  54  to keep his gem stone with him from then on as a  55   to look for diamonds as he digs through the difficulties of life.  
Richard DeVos is  56  when he points out, “This is an exciting world. It is  57  with opportunities. Great moments wait around every corner.”
   Those  58  are diamonds that, if left unrecognized, will be  59  lost.
Are you looking for diamonds every day? If not, you may  60  pass them by! Perhaps there is a diamond of opportunity hidden in that difficulty you're experiencing now.
41. A. planted         B. mixed       C. stored        D. hidden
42. A. spoke          B. waited       C. begged       D. listened
43. A. as             B. until         C. if           D. though
44. A. considered      B. remembered   C. respected     D. treated
45. A. record          B. album        C. fan          D. stone
46. A. church          B. shop