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江苏省南通市海安县2021届高三期中调研考试
英　　语
　　1. 本试卷共8页,共四部分,满分150分,考试时间120分钟。
2. 答题前,考生务必将学校、班级、姓名写在密封线内。

第一部分　听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1.5分,满分7.5分)
　　听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
(　　) 1. What skill does the woman think most useful?
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
A. Making a fire. B. Building a shelter. C. Finding water.
(　　) 2. Why didn?t the woman have the bags delivered?
A. The supermarket doesn?t offer delivery.
B. She is strong enough to carry them.
C. The driver doesn?t work today.
(　　) 3. Why does the woman visit the man?
A. To ask him to hang a painting for her.
B. To borrow a tool from him.
C. To tell him to turn down his music.
(　　) 4. Where are the speakers?
A. At home. B. In a park. C. In a shop.
(　　) 5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. Whether to get a gift for a wedding.
B. How to prepare for a wedding.
C. What to get for a wedding.
第二节(共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
　　听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
　　听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
(　　) 6. How much does Judy?s pig weigh?
A. 100 pounds. B. 200 pounds. C. 300 pounds.
(　　) 7. What will Judy do?
A. Pay some money as punishment.
B. Spend two months in prison.
C. Help her pig lose weight.
　　听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
(　　) 8. Where will the woman probably be at 6:40 tomorrow?
A. In a taxi. B. At the hotel. C. At the airport.
(　　) 9. What does the woman ask the man to do in the end?
A. Book a taxi for her.
B. Inform her of the flight.
C. Give her a wake-up call.
　　听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
(　　)10. What does the man want to do?
A. Have his money back.
B. Get a new watch of the same style.
C. Exchange the watch for a different one.
(　　)11. What will the man do next?
A. Show his receipt. B. Make a call. C. Fill in a form.
(　　)12. What can we learn from the conversation?
A. The man bought the watch a few days ago.
B. This style of watch enjoys great popularity.
C. The man?s watch is completely broken.
　　听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
(　　)13. How did the man know the position?
A. From the restaurant. B. From his friend. C. From the newspaper.
(　　)14. What related experience does the man have?
A. Waiting tables. B. Serving dishes. C. Handling customers.
(　　)15. How long is the trial period?
A. About a week. B. About two weeks. C. About three weeks.
(　　)16. What benefit can be gained from the job?
A. Free transportation to work.
B. Two free meals a day.
C. Three days off a week.
　　听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
(　　)17. How does the departure time differ from the usual?
A. It?s fifteen minutes later.
B. It?s fifteen minutes earlier.
C. It?s half an hour later.
(　　)18. What does the speaker say about the ruin?
A. It was mentioned during yesterday?s tour.
B. It was near the ancient theatre.
C. It is a famous palace now.
(　　)19. Which activity is unavailable during the trip?
A. Diving. B. Volleyball. C. Sailing.
(　　)20. What does the speaker think of taking the suncream?
A. It is safe. B. It is useless. C. It is necessary.
第二部分　阅读理解(共两节,满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分,满分37.5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。
A
I?m not much of a gardener. I love having beautiful flowers—but I don?t have a good track record when it comes to making them grow.
A few months after our son left for the Middle East, my friend gifted me a box of tulip bulbs(郁金香球茎). She explained that these bulbs were put into the ground in the fall and lay sleeping all winter. They had all the nutrients they needed inside the bulb and would come out in the spring.
“When you see the leaves of the tiny flowers pushing toward the sun, you?ll know that it?s almost time for your son to come home. They?ll give you what you need most.” She walked me through the process of planting them.
It was a long winter—cold and dark. I endured both the weather and the loneliness and fear I felt with my son away. Dead leaves, frost and finally a heavy snow covered the area where I?d planted those flowers, and I soon forgot they were there.
Finally the weather began to warm. One day, as I walked down my front steps, I noticed an area of green. I bent down to inspect the situation more clearly and saw that those tulips had begun to grow, their tiny leaves forcing their way to the sun.
Day after day, the time approached when my son would finally be home. Now with spring just around the corner, nothing could keep either of us from marching toward the light. Almost all of those bulbs bloomed. And with each brightly coloured flower, I marked off one day closer to holding my son in my arms again.
(　　)21. Which of the following is TRUE about the author?
　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
A. She is a professional gardener.
B. She never plants flowers at home.
C. She is not good at growing flowers.
D. She often sends friends flowers as gifts.
(　　)22. Why did the author forget the tulip bulbs soon?
A. She had no hope for beautiful flowers indeed.
B. The bitter winter reminded her of her son far away.
C. She was discouraged from making another attempt.
D. They failed to live through the cold and long winter.
(　　)23. What can be a suitable title for the text?
A. A Dark Winter with Hope B. Living a Positive Life
C. An Area of Green in Spring D. Planting Hope in Winter
B
An 80-year-old man and his family may soon get a bill for the cost of his rescue mission. After an all-night search by rescuers, James Clark of Dublin, Ohio, was found “not moving and exhibiting what appeared to be signs and symptoms on low body temperature to the point of not being able to speak any clear words,” according to a statement.
Similarly, in 2015, a family of four received an about 8,500 bill after their daytime hike left them lost in the dark and requiring search and rescue (SAR). This raises an interesting question: Who pays for the cost when you get lost or injured in the great outdoors?
The high cost of SAR missions is what prompted states like New Hampshire to pass laws that establish programmes like Hike Safe to hold individuals more financially accountable for their rescues. However, some people have called for more strict laws to shift SAR costs off taxpayers. They say such a move would ultimately make people take more responsibility, but it?s a controversial idea. “Society rescues people all the time—auto accident victims, home fire victims—and at far greater cost than wilderness hiker rescues,” writes Backpacker.
Critics say putting a price tag on SAR could cause people to hesitate before calling for help in emergency situations. But Heggie says this isn?t actually the reason why the National Park Service doesn?t charge for SAR. “If an agency such as NPS starts charging the public for SAR costs, the agency essentially has to conduct SAR operations. If something goes wrong during the SAR operation, someone could lead to a lawsuit(起诉).”
Both Heggie and Kupper say the best way people can avoid needing rescue is simply by being prepared, suggesting that people research hikes before they go, pay attention to their surroundings, pack essential gear and not rely on a cellphone as a survival kit. “The best time to prevent SAR incidents is when people are still at home,” Heggie said.
(　　)24. What happened to James when he was rescued?
A. He lost his way home. B. He didn?t dare to move alone.
C. He couldn?t express himself. D. He was seriously injured.
(　　)25. What benefit does a price tag on SAR have?
A. To pay back the rescuers. B. To make hikers more responsible.
C. To reduce outdoor activities. D. To discourage hikers calling for help.
(　　)26. What is the reason for NPS to avoid charging for SAR?
A. The possibility of being charged.
B. The heavy burden of medical costs.
C. The difficulty in doing a SAR operation.
D. The fear of doing fewer SAR operations.
(　　)27. What is the most effective way to avoid a rescue need according to Heggie?
A. Packing necessary things. B. Carrying a survival kit.
C. Taking a cellphone everywhere. D. Preparing well in advance.
C
Israeli company Watergen has produced an appliance that can generate clean, drinkable water out of air. The device, called GENNY, is small enough to be used in a home or office but can generate up to 30 liters of water a day.
GENNY takes air in and passes through a filter(过滤器) to remove dust and dirt. The filter is powerful enough to work with high air pollution. The air is directed through GENius, a heating and cooling process which causes water in the air to condense(凝结). This water is then passed through several more filters and minerals are added to improve the flavour of the water. Finally, the water is stored in a tank where it is continually circulated to keep it fresh. Therefore, the water produced by GENNY is often of a higher quality than water running through filtration systems attached to the city?s water lines.
The technology of GENius is much better than other technologies that generate water from air. It produces four to five times more water per kilowatt-hour. Watergen has other products that use this same technology on a larger scale, the largest of which can produce up to 5,000 litres of water per day.
As an added bonus, during the water generation process, GENNY can emit clean air which is healthier for people to breathe.
At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, GENNY was named the Energy Efficient Product of the Year. The award series recognize the world?s top high-tech home products.
Last year, Watergen?s large-scale products were donated to authorities in Brazil, Vietnam and India. They also assisted rescue and recovery efforts during the 2018 California wildfires and provided clean, safe water for the residents of Texas and Florida in the aftermath of the devastation caused by hurricanes Harvey and Irma.
Watergen also seeks to help protect the environment by reducing waste generated by plastic water bottles. People are called upon to put the water from GENNY into reusable bottles so that plastic ones don?t get used and thrown away.
(　　)28. What does GENNY accomplish by adding minerals to the water?
A. It keeps the water fresh. B. It helps kill harmful bacteria.
C. It satisfies local water regulations. D. It makes the water taste better.
(　　)29. Which of the following can best describe GENius?
A. Energy-efficient. B. Cost-saving.
C. Time-saving. D. Environment-friendly.
(　　)30. What does the underlined word “emit” in Paragraph 4 probably mean?
A. Cut down. B. Blow away. C. Give off. D. Use up.
(　　)31. What can Watergen do using its large scale products?
A. Consume plastic waste.
B. Respond to natural disasters.
C. Test water quality globally.
D. Relieve drought in some countries.
D
When you think of a map, is north on the top or the bottom? Usually, maps are designed with north on top, though when we think about it, there?s no logical reason for this bias. After all, there is no up or down in space. So what?s wrong with south, east or west being on the top of the map? The answer is:nothing at all. In fact, north-up maps only became the norm in the last few hundred years.
Ancient Egyptian maps had south at the top because the Nile River flows downhill from mountains in the south to the Mediterranean Sea in the north. Mecca was to the south of most early Muslim civilizations, and south-up maps were designed so that viewers would look up to see Mecca. Medieval Christian maps had east at the top, as they believed the Garden of Eden was in the east. The only early maps that had north at the top were those of early China because the emperor lived in the north.
North seems to have settled at the top of maps during the 16th century, largely thanks to a Flemish mapmaker, Mercator. Mercator was a great admirer of an early Greek mapmaker, who, for reasons now unknown, put north at the top of maps, so Mercator did, too. When Mercator?s world map became the standard map to navigate the oceans, north up became standard as well.
What is the implication of this north-view of the world? Psychologically, people tend to think of up as good and down as bad. Just think of words and phrases like “upmarket”, “upbeat” and “moving up in the world”, and how they contrast with their opposites. Because north is so consistently put at the top of maps, people now think of north as good, too.
Several attempts have been made in recent years by introducing south-up maps to the market. These maps not only give us a chance to see the world differently, but also give everyone the chance to see themselves on top.
(　　)32. What can we learn from the first two paragraphs?
A. North-up maps were rare in ancient times.
B. Deciding up or down in space is ridiculous.
C. Mecca maps were based on a legend.
D. The south-up map first appeared in ancient Egypt.
(　　)33. Why is north associated with good?
A. An illogical reason. B. The spread of Mercator?s maps.
C. People?s preference for up. D. An age-old tradition in Greece.
(　　)34. What is the author?s attitude to south-up maps?
A. Cautious. B. Supportive. C. Uncaring. D. Disapproving.
(　　)35. What?s the main purpose of the text?
A. To explain a phenomenon. B. To compare various facts.
C. To correct a cultural bias. D. To argue for a viewpoint.
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。

A sit-spot routine is a practice that naturalists use to learn more about the world around them. You might have other reasons for adopting the practice, but following the advice of these experienced sit-spotters for selecting your location will help you create a routine you can stick to.
It needs to be close to your home.
　36　 The longer it takes you to get to your spot, the less likely you will be to visit it multiple times a week. And if you aren?t visiting it regularly, you can?t tap into all those healthful benefits. 
　37　 
Most locations you choose will have at least a handful of birds hanging around if not more wildlife to watch. 　38　 This helps tune yourself in to more than just the scenery around you but also the fact that you?re part of a larger ecosystem. It inspires the connection that causes so many other wonderful benefits of nature. 
It needs to be safe.
Ideally, your sit-spot will be apart from others so that you can have some time to sit peace and get comfortable without distraction from other people. 　39　 Pay attention to the area around you and the area leading into and away from your sit-spot. If any red flags go up that make you feel unsafe, select a different location. 
There are ideal sit-spot locations that wrap you entirely in nature for hundreds of yards, and there are practical sit-spot locations like a bench in the corner of a city park. 　40　 So maximize what you have around you to make any amount of outdoor time part of your daily or weekly routine. 
A. It can even be in your backyard.
B. It needs to have some animal activity.
C. Notice how they?re using the landscape.
D. But in this loneliness, you probably feel safe.
E. It?s wonderful to just sit and observe what?s around you.
F. It?s more important to have a practical location than an ideal one.
G. This closeness is what will help to make visiting your spot a routine.
36. 　　　　　　37. 　　　　　　38. 　　　　　　39. 　　　　　　40. 　　　　　 
第三部分　语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、 D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I work as a waiter at a restaurant. Last night an elderly couple came into the restaurant and my co-worker 　41　 them. We usually do our own tables, but because we were so 　42　 last night that we helped each other out. Then the elderly couple 　43　 to me that they were ready to order. 
The husband began ordering and it was very clear that he had a 　44　 disorder. I could tell the wife had told her husband very complexly what she wanted, as a way for him to 　45　 ordering. It took a while for him to order, and in the meantime she was sitting there and she looked so proud and 　46　 despite her husband?s immense stammering(结巴). 
Honestly, the whole thing just had a strong influence on me. It was beautiful and just made me 　47　 that a huge part of 　48　 is acceptance, tolerance and support. She could have made the order and made things a lot 　49　 for her husband and avoided the 　50　 from other tables, but she didn?t. Instead, she 　51　 him and was proud to see him 　52　 the order. 
This whole thing reminded me that life is 　53　 for all of us. I assumed these wealthy people had everything going well for them and I?m sure they do, but it just reminded me that all of us have our 　54　. I initially took their 　55　 of wanting to order as being rude, but I think they signalled it because he really wanted to get the order right. 
(　　)41. A. comforted B. delivered C. ignored D. seated
(　　)42. A. busy B. anxious C. conscience D. cautious
(　　)43. A. adjusted B. appealed C. signalled D. inspected
(　　)44. A. hearing B. speech C. mental D. sleep
(　　)45. A. practise B. assess C. imagine D. consider
(　　)46. A. awkward B. controversial C. content D. consistent
(　　)47. A. anticipate B. realize C. admit D. compensate
(　　)48. A. dream B. gratitude C. reward D. love
(　　)49. A. safer B. easier C. clearer D. slower
(　　)50. A. congratulations B. stares C. wishes D. cheers
(　　)51. A. supported B. protected C. evaluated D. urged
(　　)52. A. underline B. accept C. complete D. obey
(　　)53. A. abrupt B. peaceful C. conventional D. tough
(　　)54. A. problems B. strengths C. mistakes D. fears
(　　)55. A. command B. gesture C. opinion D. purpose
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。
Many travellers don?t know if they should tip or how much they should tip when it comes to 　56　(tip) on their travels, as they are not aware of local customs. The key is to do your research beforehand, 　57　 will help you to avoid your trip becoming spoiled by any awkwardness. 
In the US, tipping is given: around 15% or more is common for restaurants and taxis, while $1 to $2 is considered sufficient for the hotel room service employee. In Canada, the tipping situation is very similar to 　58　 of the US. 
Japan is a country where things are very different. Here, tipping is incredibly uncommon, and can even be viewed as rude—especially if money is handed over 　59　(direct). Tour guides and tour bus drivers, however, should 　60　(offer) a tip of roughly ￡5 for a half day tour or ￡10 　61　 a full day tour. But ensure that this tip is presented in 　62　 envelope, rather than visible cash. 
Tipping is not expected in China. However, people sometimes give tips to show their 　63　(appreciate). 
Even within Europe, tipping 　64　(various) from country to country. The French expect a 15% service charge in restaurants and bars and 　65　(round) up your bill is appreciated. In Germany, an extra 5% to 10% on top of the service charge is customary for good service. 
56. 　　　　　　57. 　　　　　　58. 　　　　　　59. 　　　　　　60. 　　　　　 
61. 　　　　　　62. 　　　　　　63. 　　　　　　64. 　　　　　　65. 　　　　　 
第四部分　写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节　应用文写作(满分15分)
假如你是李华,在英国一个月的文化体验活动即将结束时,你准备给接待你的Black夫妇送上你从中国带来的一个有中国文化特色的小礼物并附上一张卡片。
内容包括:
1. 表达对他们的感谢;
2. 对你的小礼物作一个简单说明;
3. 邀请Black夫妇到中国来体验中国传统文化。
注意:
1. 词数80左右;
2. 可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
Dear Mr and Mrs Black,
 
 
 
Yours,
Li Hua
第二节　读后续写(满分25分)
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。
A friend of mine named Paul received an automobile car from his brother as a Christmas present.
On Christmas Eve when Paul came out of his office, a little boy, named Jack, was walking around the shiny new car, admiring it. “Is this your car, Mister?” he asked.
Paul nodded. “My brother gave it to me for Christmas.” Jack was surprised. “You mean your brother gave it to you and it didn?t cost you anything? Boy, I wish...” He hesitated.
Of course, Paul knew what he was going to wish for. He was going to wish he had a brother like that. But what Jack said jarred(使感到不快) Paul all the way down to his heels.
“I wish,” Jack went on, “that I could be a brother like your brother!” Paul looked at him in astonishment, then impulsively he added, “Would you like to take a ride in my automobile?”
“Oh yes, I?d love that.”
After a short ride, Jack turned and with his eyes aglow, said, “Mister, would you mind driving in front of my house?”
“Will you stop where those two steps are?” Jack asked.
注意:1. 所续写短文的词数应为150左右;
2. 续写部分分为两段,每段的开头语已为你写好。
Paragraph 1:
Jack ran up the steps. 
 
 
 
 
Paragraph 2:
Paul got out and lifted Jack?s brother to the front seat of his car.