安徽省芜湖市2022-2023学年高三下学期第二次模拟考试英语试题（含答案）

安徽省芜湖市2022-2023学年高三下学期第二次模拟考试英语试题

学校:___________姓名：___________班级：___________考号：___________

一、阅读理解

Chinese traditional cuisine is popular and respected all over the world. Chinese meals are famous among foreigners for their colors, ingredients and flavors. The following are four of the Chinese dishes known among foreigners. Click here and see how to cook these dishes.

Spring Rolls

The Chinese food Spring rolls’(Chūnjuǎn) name comes from the Spring Festival in China. Spring rolls are an appetizer that is very famous both in China and the rest of the world. They are made of thin lough filled with meat and vegetables, rolled and fried. They are crispy(脆)and very delicious and go to different sizes.

Chow Mein

Chow mein (Chǎomiàn) is a fried dish with noodles, meat and onions. It has many varieties in different countries. For instance, only in the USA, there are a number of ways to prepare it. depending on the place. It is a most popular Chinese takeout dish. On the East Coast the meal is crispy, while on the West Coast - soft.

Dumplings

Dumplings(Jiǎozi)arc one of the most famous and traditional Chinese meals. A dumpling consists of boiled or baked dough filled with meat and vegetables. It has an interesting half-circle shape and curly edges. The filling might be pork, beef and vegetables such as cabbage and onions.

Egg-fried Rice

Egg-fried rice (Dàn chǎofàn) is one of the most popular dishes in the world. Many people eat it regularly, either at restaurants or prepare it at home. The dish has a strong delicious smell and it’s very easy to cook with eggs, vegetables and so on. It can be found in every Chinese restaurant.

1．Which of the following is related to Chinese New Year?

A．Spring Rolls B．Chow Mein

C．Dumplings D．Egg-fried Rice

2．What do the four dishes have in common?

A．They all have strong smell.

B．They have the same cooking methods.

C．They are all crispy and very delicious.

D．Their ingredients might include vegetables.

3．Where can we find the passage?

A．In a magazine. B．On a website.

C．In a travel brochure. D．In a newspaper.

In 2000, all my family were coming back from a T-ball game. Unlike every other weekend, a surprise was waiting for us in our driveway—two adult geese and a small goose. Obviously startled by our return, the adults flew away in panic, with their baby left behind.

Hours passed before night eventually fell. It was apparent that the small goose needed protection, warmth and food to make it to the morning. We brought him to our backyard. Each morning, we would try to drive the small goose away to his parents, who kept coming back to our yard. He wouldn’t go to them, though, and neither would they come close enough to take him back. Realizing the young goose had clearly decided we were his family by then, we gave him a name, calling the little guy Peeper.

Days turned into weeks, and weeks turned into months. Before we knew it, the little creature had grown into a big bird with two powerful wings. One day, when my dad threw Peeper into the air, he just flew away and didn’t come back. With night falling, all of us became increasingly worried. We looked for him, called his name and anxiously expected his return. But he never appeared again. It took a long time before we accepted the fact that he was missing. We could only pray he found his parents and went off on his natural way.

I was thrilled to see when, in 2019, an adult goose made his way back to my family home. He did all of the same things Peeper used to do! Much to my amazement, he even responded to the name Peeper. It became clear to me that my old best friend had returned many years later.

This experience has been as meaningful to me as anything in my life. Looking beyond our reach high in the sky, birds have feelings like human beings, so do many other living things. We human beings should learn to get along with them. We need each other’s care and protection for a better world.

4．Which word can replace “startled” in Paragraph 1?

A．scared. B．confused. C．impressed. D．surprised.

5．Why does the author give the goose a name Peeper?

A．Because the small goose was abandoned by its parents.

B．Because the author considered it to be his best friend.

C．Because the small goose regarded the author’s family as family members.

D．Because the adult goose went back several years later and recognized the author.

6．What’s the author’s attitude towards the comeback of the goose?

A．Calm and indifferent. B．Surprised and delighted.

C．Hopeful and determined. D．Concerned and sympathetic.

7．What does the author intend to do by writing this passage?

A．To call for people’s love for geese.

B．To share a story between a goose and his family.

C．To raise people’s awareness of environmental protection.

D．To remind readers to live in harmony with wild animals.

The United Nations said 26 percent of the world’s population does not have enough safe drinking water in a report released Tuesday. Richard Connor is the main editor of the UN World Water Development Report 2023. He told reporters at the release that the estimated cost of meeting the UN’s goals for water is between $600 billion and $1 trillion.

The report warned that water use around the world is growing one percent a year “and is expected to grow at a similar rate to 2050...”Connor said, the increase in demand is happening in developing countries. That is because urban areas and industries are using more and more water. Worse still, agriculture alone, Connor said, uses 70 percent of the world’s water supply and has to be better planned.

The report also said that seasonal lack of water will increase in Central Africa, East Asia and parts of South America. That is in addition to areas that already have water shortage such as the Middle East and the Sahara area of Africa. The report said this is the result of temperature increases in the Earth’s atmosphere. The UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization is responsible for the latest water report. It said, “10 percent of the global population lives in countries with high or critical water stress. And 3.5 billion people live under conditions of water stress at least one month out of the year.”

The report also commented on weather events. It said floods in tropical areas near the Equator(赤道)have increased by 2.5 times. But Connor said weather conditions involving lack of rain, or drought, were more difficult to settle.

Connor added that the biggest producer of pollution is untreated wastewater. In his opinion, 80 percent of wastewater around the world is untreated, which contributes to water stress too, and in developing countries, it is “pretty much 99 percent.”

8．According to the report, how many people are in safe drinking water shortage?

A．About half of the world’s population.

B．About a quarter of the world’s population.

C．About two thirds of the world’s population.

D．About three fifths of the world’s population.

9．What can we infer from Paragraph 2?

A．It is urgent to better plan agriculture.

B．Water use is decreasing at a slow pace in the world.

C．The increase in demand for water is happening in developed countries.

D．Urban areas and industries are responsible for using the most water supply.

10．What are the causes of the lack of safe drinking water according to the passage?

a. Water use.  b. Weather events.  c. Earth’s atmosphere.

d. Seasonal lack of water.  e. Untreated wastewater.

A．abde B．aede C．bede D．abce

11．What is mainly talked about in the passage?

A．Richard Connor’s great achievement.

B．Floods in tropical areas near the Equator.

C．UN’s concern for economic development.

D．The reasons for the lack of safe drinking water.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the way we interact with technology. One of the most exciting developments in AI is ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence language model based on the GPT-3.5 architecture. ChatGPT has the potential to innovate the way we communicate and process information, and its capabilities are only beginning to be understood.

One of the most impressive features of ChatGPT is its ability to learn from vast amounts of text data. This allows it to understand and provide responses to a wide range of topics and questions, from science and technology to entertainment and sports. It is capable of dealing with texts in a variety of natural languages, including English, Spanish, and Chinese. It is not limited to a specific set of data or rules, but rather has the capacity to learn and develop gradually based on the input it receives.

Moreover, ChatGPT has been applied in diverse settings, from chatbots and virtual assistants to language translation and content generation. For example, ChatGPT has been used to generate news articles, poetry, and even song lyrics. It has also been used in healthcare to assist with diagnosing and treating patients.

Despite its many benefits, ChatGPT is not perfect. Like all machine learning models, it can sometimes make mistakes or generate responses that are inappropriate or offensive. So users should be cautious to use it.

In conclusion, ChatGPT is a powerful tool that has the potential to transform the way we communicate and process information. While it is still a relatively new technology, its capabilities are already being explored in different settings. As the technology continues to develop, it is important for developers and users to be aware of its limitations and to use it responsibly. If used wisely, ChatGPT could be a major step forward in the development of artificial intelligence and the way we interact with technology.

12．What can we know about ChatGPT from Paragraph 2?

A．Its information is only from its input.

B．It has been applied to all kinds of fields.

C．It has limitations in a specific set of data or rules.

D．It can be used to process texts in different languages.

13．Why does the author mention “news articles, poetry and lyrics”?

A．To explain a rule. B．To prove a fact.

C．To make a prediction. D．To clarify a misunderstanding.

14．What can we learn from the passage?

A．ChatGPT always gives improper answers.

B．GPT-3.5 is more advanced than ChatGPT.

C．It’s necessary for users to understand the weaknesses of ChatGPT.

D．ChatGPT is definitely a major step forward in advancing artificial intelligence.

15．Which of the following can be the best title of the passage?

A．ChatGPT: a perfect assistant.

B．ChatGPT: a powerful learner.

C．ChatGPT: a promising tool of artificial intelligence.

D．ChatGPT: a wise information processor and generator.

二、七选五

High school seniors are under massive pressure as they approach their final exams.____16____ Here are some tips for high school students to manage their study time effectively:

____17____

The first step in time management is to create a study plan. High school seniors can create a study plan based on their class schedules, exam dates, and personal study habits. This will help them arrange their time wisely and ensure they cover all the subjects they need to study.

Ranking tasks

High school students should focus on the subjects or topics that they are weak in or need more practice. By ranking their tasks, they can spare more time and effort to those areas that need improvement.

Staying organized

____18____. They should develop good organizational habits, such as keeping track of important dates, putting their books in place, and staying on top of assignments and deadlines.

Removing distractions

Distractions can significantly affect effective time management. High school students should remove distractions such as social media, extra noise, and other annoying things during study time.

____19____. They can also use apps or tools to block distracting websites or apps.

Seeking help when needed

High school seniors should not hesitate to seek help when needed. If they encounter difficulties or have questions about certain subjects, they should ask their teachers, classmates, or tutors for assistance. ____20____.

To sum up, effective time management is significant for high school students to achieve academic success. Through those tips above, high school students can manage their study time effectively and achieve academic success.

A．Creating a study goal

B．Setting up a study schedule

C．They need to find a quiet and suitable place for studying

D．How to manage their study time effectively becomes important

E．They will help them solve some problems or concerns as soon as possible

F．Instead, they should focus on one task at a time to ensure better understanding

G．Keeping study materials in order can save students’ time and reduce their stress

三、完形填空

Around a decade ago, Ethan Brown, a businessman and enthusiastic cyclist, was riding his bike in Austin, Texas when he thought about a friend’s 12-year-old son. The boy had never known the joy of biking because he ____21____ from hydrocephalus(脑积水), which often causes balance____22____.

When he got home, Brown went online and found a three-wheel bike with a balancing bar,____23____ for a child with balance problems. Soon the boy was ____24____ around the street with his peers, having fun and getting exercise. “I’ll never forget the smile on my friend’s face when he saw his son playing ____25____ with other kids,”said Brown. “It was then that I ____26____ what I was going to do next.”

Brown decided to set up a nonprofit fund-the Brown Family Fund. The ____27____ worked with hospitals to find children who could benefit from this type of bike and to help adjust each bike to meet the ____28____ needs of the children. Each bike was ____29____ with a headrest, a seat belt, and a brake in the back. For kids lucky enough to get one, it’s a life _____30_____.

“We helped another 14-year-old girl who has spinal bifida(脊柱裂),”said Brown. She spent most days on the couch watching TV._____31_____ she got her bike, she began training for particularneeds triathlons(三项全能运动). In a magazine interview, she said, “I always knew there was a(an) _____32_____ in me.”

So far, the fund has _____33_____ 450 bikes, and that’s just a _____34_____. Brown said, “I did a lot of things, but offering these kids their bikes is the most _____35_____ thing that I have done.”

21．A．suffered B．recovered C．escaped D．resulted

22．A．changes B．damages C．diseases D．issues

23．A．difficult B．expensive C．perfect D．common

24．A．driving B．cycling C．jumping D．walking

25．A．crazily B．slowly C．happily D．patiently

26．A．realized B．considered C．hoped D．changed

27．A．organization B．company C．school D．factory

28．A．difficult B．special C．simple D．usual

29．A．replaced B．provided C．equipped D．dealt

30．A．lover B．changer C．dreamer D．fighter

31．A．Now that B．Soon after C．As though D．Only if

32．A．winner B．angel C．instructor D．athlete

33．A．given away B．paid for C．left out D．brought in

34．A．share B．reason C．start D．chance

35．A．fortunate B．complex C．challenging D．meaningful

四、用单词的适当形式完成短文

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。

An academic exchange event ____36____ (title)“China’s Four Great Discoveries in the 20th Century” was held at the National Library of China. Experts said Oracle Bones(甲骨文), the Juyan Bamboo Slips (竹简), Dunhuang Literature and the Files of the Ming and Qing Dynasties are China’s four greatest discoveries,____37____ need to be better promoted in modern China.

The event aimed ____38____ (explore) the academic value and cultural influence of ancient Chinese texts. It also ____39____ (seek) to highlight their vital role in the ____40____ (preserve) and protection of civilization, while making people have confidence ____41____ Chinese culture and history. The event gave ____42____ unique view on the evolution of Chinese writing and literature, and is the first one that displays the four parts as a whole. It has contributed ____43____ (significant) to China’s academic and cultural history. “China’s Four Great Discoveries in the 20th Century” meet the growing spiritual and cultural needs of the people,____44____ (bring) together valuable cultural treasures from _____45_____ (variety) locations.

五、其他应用文

46．假如你是李华，在某社交平台上看到一位外国小朋友Nick的求助帖。帖中说他家附近有一块三角形空地，想知道如何计算它的面积。现请你给他回帖。内容包括：

1. 表示乐意帮助；

2. 提供具体方法；

3. 希望保持联系。

注意：

1. 字数80字左右；

2. 可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。

参考词汇：三角形triangle  垂直线vertical line  顶点vertex  乘multiply  除divide

Dear Nick,

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Li Hua

六、读后续写

47．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。

After being busy for half a year, my parents decided to drive me to a scenic spot outside the city to have fun. Joyfully, we planned our driving route.

Then, on a December Saturday morning, my dad started his car and we set off with great expectation. Before long, we left the noisy city and came to the mountains. There were few vehicles on the road and the trees alongside were pretty. We felt so excited!

As a few hours passed, we drove onto a narrow road. And minutes later, we found a river not far away from the road. The beach was very wide, and we wanted to have a rest there for a while. So my dad turned our car and drove towards it. Soon, we were driving on the sandy beach. Moments later, our car wheels were struggling in the increasingly soft sand. But my dad wanted to get closer to the river.

Before he regretted it, our car had got stuck in the sand. My dad tried to turn around or move back, but the car didn’t move. We were worried, trapped in the middle of nowhere. Even worse, it began raining and was cold. We got out of the car and tried to push it, but failed. After a couple of minutes, we were tired and our hair and coats were a little wet. But the car only sank further into the sand.

Anxiously, we walked to the road, eager to stop a vehicle and let it help pull our car out of the sand. Our coats and hair were wetter and wetter. Before the journey, we hadn’t prepared umbrellas or carried any food. Now, we were hungry and cold, standing in the rain. After waiting for a long time, there wasn’t one vehicle passing.

Just when we were helpless, we saw a farmhouse not far away. “Can they help us?” I asked. My dad was doubtful. Still, we reached there, and found it was a big family. They seemed poor and unfriendly. My dad told them our problem and begged them to help us pull our car out.

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。

To our surprise, they nodded without thinking.

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My dad was so grateful that he handed some money to the family to thank them. _

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参考答案：

1．A    2．D    3．B

4．A    5．C    6．B    7．D

8．B    9．A    10．A    11．D

12．D    13．B    14．C    15．C

16．D    17．B    18．G    19．C    20．E

21．A    22．D    23．C    24．B    25．C    26．A    27．A    28．B    29．C    30．B    31．B    32．D    33．A    34．C    35．D

36．titled    37．which    38．to explore    39．sought    40．preservation    41．in    42．a    43．significantly    44．bringing    45．various

46．Dear Nick,

Learning from your post that you are curious to know how to calculate the area of the triangle space, I’m more than glad to offer you some help.

Firstly, what you need to do is find three sides of the triangle space, among which you measure the longest one. Apart from it, you can find a common point of the other two sides. Then, it is a vital step to draw a line vertically to the longest side and measure it. At last, multiply the numbers and you will get a result, half of which is the area of the triangle space.

For your better understanding, I have attached a picture of the procedures. Feel free to contact me.

Yours

Li Hua

47．To our surprise, they nodded without thinking. They quickly found some ropes and tools.  And they all, including a sixty-year-old man, two tall sons, their wives and several cheerful children, followed us. When reaching the beach, some of us pushed the car while others pulled it out with all strength. We tried hard, but the car didn’t move. Just then, my father saw that many faces of this family were covered with sweat, but they didn’t leave. Finally, after we tried many times, the car was pulled out of the sand.

My dad was so grateful that he handed some money to the family to thank them. However, they refused. Instead, they invited us to have a meal and offered to dry our coats. At their insistence, we returned to their home again, where the women went to prepare the meal while the men lit a big fire using firewood. The family offered us clean coats and hung our wet ones near the fire. We sat around the fire, and soon felt warm. Later, we enjoyed their delicious meal. That experience made me know that there are many helpful people who don’t expect anything in return.