河南省南阳市第一中学2023-2024学年高三英语上学期第二次月考试题（Word版附答案）

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南阳一中高三年级第二次月考英语学科试卷第一节（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。AIf you want to know something about British life, their spirit, and even their humor, watching some classic British films will certainly help. Here are some recommended to you.Noting HillAfter the success of his film Four Weddings and a Funeral, writer and producer Richard Curtis captured the essence of being British in 1999's Noting Hill. Set against the background of affluent （富足的）West London，the film became popular for its charming and funny portrayal（刻画）of a British nobody trying to impress a Hollywood star.The Full MontyThis 1997 film is a Sheffield-based comedy about six unemployed men who form a group to make money for a better life. Despite its humour, the film dives deeper into some serious issues surrounding working-class culture. The Full Monty is an uplifting film that gives an insight into the work and life of the working class in Britain.TrainspottingDanny Boyle's 1996 comedy-drama Trainspotting is about a group of Scots in the 1980s,based on the book by Irvine Welsh. With a cast of truly great actors including Ewan MeGregor, the tale impressed the audience globally. It rapidly became a critical success.Monty Python's Life of BrianFeaturing a jam-packed cast of comedic stars. Monty Python's Life of Brian tells the story of a young man who is in a case of mistaken identity. The film reflects the unusual and wonderful British sense of humour. As a film guaranteed to entertain, Monty Pythons Life of Brian is not to be missed by those looking for an insight into what makes the British laugh.21.What can the audience learn about by watching The Full Monty?
A.Hardships of comedic starsC.Unique experiences of some Scots.B. Daily life of people in West LondonD.Life of the British working class.
22.What kind of film does Monty Python's Life of Brian belong to?
A.A comedy film.C.An action movieB.A science fiction film.D.A horror movie.
23.Which of the following films is adapted from a book?
A.Notting Hill.C.Trainspotting.B.The Full Monty.D.Monty Python's Life of Brian.
BFran9oise Malby-Anthony, a city girl, a Parisian through and through, could tell the quickest way to the Eiffel Tower but knew nothing about animals. Yet somewhere deep inside, she always felt she would end up in a foreign country.It was her husband Lawrence Anthony， a South African， who brought out the wanderlust（旅游癖）in her． They met in London in 1987， and a year later they moved to South Africa，where they were drawn by nature and eventually bought Thula Thula-a game reserve of river and 1,500 hectares of rolling hills. They were soon working to save an abundance of wild animals, especially elephants and rhinos, from the poachers and hunters who wandered for fun and profit. They also employed some locals, and taught them about office work, dealing with guests and cooking French dishes.Last March, however, Lawrence died of a sudden heart attack. And there Françoise was, alone, burying her husband, and didn't know where to begin.She soon faced her first baptism（洗礼）by fire. A few days later，she received a call. Thabo，a three-year-old male rhino， had taken bullet（子弹）.It was the poachers. How could the poachers break into the fence in broad daylight? At that point, a rumor suggested it was an inside job. Maybe someone was trying to frighten her into leaving?Lawrence was gone. A rhino in trouble and security men she couldn't rely on. Since booking after booking had been canceled due to Lawrence's passing away, Françoise finally had an empty bank account. But how could she leave the dream that Lawrence and she had fought so hard for?Françoise slowly found her feet. Eventually Thabo recovered from the trauma. She set up meetings with the staff to go over reserve and animal issues and to agree on priorities. She even launched her own rhino fund. The desperate days have helped redefine the purpose of life without Lawrence, and she understands that the mission of protecting Thula  Thula's wildlife has become hers, and hers alone.24. What do we know about Françoise?A. She cooked local dishes specially for tourists.B. She has lived in a foreign country for decades.C. She met her husband on her trip to South Africa.D. She has been crazy about animals since childhood.25.What happened after Lawrence's death?A.The reserve was in financial trouble.B. Her security men quit their jobs.C.A rumor that she would leave went viral.D.One of the female rhinos was shot.26.How has the experience of tackling tough situations affected Françoise?A.She has gained the strength to live bravely.B.Her reserve has begun to bring in money.C.Her management skills have been shared by others.D. She has become expert in attending to injured animals.27.What is the best title of the text?A.Tips on Protecting Wild AnimalsB.Rebirth from a Wounded ReserveC.A Rhino Survived the Poachers GunshotD.Wonderful Journey Deep into South AfricaC“Regrets,I've had a few. But then again, too few to mention,” Frank Sinatra chanted in his 1969 hit“My Way”.The song's idea is attractive: that anyone can just declare what's done is done and move on. Some take the declaration a step further and claim they have no regrets at all.Whether a boast or an actual attitude, “no regrets” suggests that life can and should be lived without looking through the rear-view mirror.Easier said than done, though. In 2020,author Daniel H.Pink launched the World Regret Survey, the largest ever survey on the topic. With his research team, Pink asked more than 15,000 people in 105 countries, “How often do you look back on your life and wish you had done things differently?”82% said regret is at least an occasional part of their life;  roughly 21% said they feel regret “all the time.” Only 1% said they never feel regret.If you are of the “no regrets” type, you might think that all this regret is a recipe for unhappiness. But that isn't the case. True, being overwhelmed by regret is indeed bad for you. But going to the other extreme may be even worse. To rid yourself of regrets doesn't free you from shame or sorrow; it leads you to make the same mistakes again and again. To truly get over our guilt requires that we put regret in its proper place.As uncomfortable as it is， regret is an amazing cognitive（认知的）achievement.  If today your relationship with your partner has worsened, your regret might mentally take you back to last year. You would remember your being mean and sensitive, and then imagine yourself showing more patience, being kind instead of hurtful at key moments. Then you would fast-forward to today and see how your relationship could be progressing instead of languishing.But regret doesn't have to be left unmanaged. The trick is to acknowledge it and use it for learning and improvement. You can be honest with yourself about what went wrong and use that knowledge to enjoy better relationships in the future.28.What should we do if we have had a bitter quarrel with a close friend according to Frank Sinatra?A.Attract more people to your argument.B.Send him/her a letter of apology.C.Boast about being more reasonable.D. Forget about it and just let it go.29.Which of the following statements about “regret" may the writer agree with?A.We can do nothing about regret.B.Unhappiness results from regret.C.Ignoring regrets is missing the opportunity to improve.D.Ridding yourself of regrets helps free you from sorrow.30.What does the underlined word “languishing” in paragraph 4 most probably mean?
A.Improving.C.Showing up.B.Maintaining.D.Breaking up.
31.What might be a suitable title for the text?A.Regret to become smarter-if you let it.B.Long for a different past? Regret it!C.Regret? Not my way!D.Stay away! Regret will heal itself.DIn a recent study, researchers have suggested that temperature is a major predictor of body size variation. Meanwhile, scientists studying red deer have said that warmer winters in northern Europe and Scandinavia may lead to the body size of these animals becoming smaller. Prof Steve Brusatte, a paleontologist（古生物学家） at the University of Edinburgh， suggested that the way in which other mammals（哺乳动物）have previously responded to periods of climate change could offer an insight into humans’ future.Writing in The Rise and Reign of the Mammals, Brusatte notes that animals in warmer parts of the world today are often smaller than those in colder areas, an ecological principle known as Bergmann's rule. “Why do they become smaller? It is not entirely understood, but it is probably, in part, because smaller animals have a higher surface area relative to their volume than bigger animals and can thus better release extra heat,” he writes. “It is a common way that mammals deal with climate change”.He added: “That's not to say every species of mammal would get smaller, but it seems to be a common survival trick of mammals when temperatures change pretty quickly. That does raise the question: if so, might humans get smaller? And I think that certainly makes sense.”Prof Adrian Lister, of the Natural History Museum in London, said it is commonly believed that the strong relations between temperature and mammal body size may often be down to the availability of food and resources.“We are not really controlled by natural selection,”he said.“If that was going to happen, you'd need to find large people dying before they could reproduce because of climate warming. That is not happening in today's world. We wear clothes, we have got heating, and we have got air conditioning if it is too hot."32.What does the recent research find according to Paragraph 1?A.Climate change may cause humans to shrink in size.B.Human being can't deal with global climate change.C.Temperature is the decisive element in human growth.D.Mankind's future is similar to that of ancient mammals33.What is the main idea of the second paragraph?A.Principles about Bergmann's rule.B. Reasons for animals' smaller size.C.Ways to deal with climate change.D.Decline of mammals in number.34.What is Adrian Lister's attitude about the recent study?A.Supportive.     B.Doubtful.    C.Indifferent.        D.Objective.35.Where is the text probably taken from?
A.A job interview.C.A science journal.B.A public speech.D.A course Book.
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。Public Speaking and Critical ThinkingWhat is critical thinking? To a certain degree, it's a matter of logic-of being able to spot weaknesses in other people's arguments and to avoid them in your own. It also includes related skills such as distinguishing fact from opinion and assessing the soundness of evidence.In the broad sense, critical thinking is focused, organized thinking-the ability to see clearly the relationships among ideas. 36The greatest thinkers, scientists, and inventors have often taken information that was readily available and put it together differently to produce new ideas. That, too, is critical thinking.   37As the class goes on, for example, you will probably spend a good deal of time organizing your speeches. While this may seem like a purely mechanical exercise, it is closely connected with critical thinking. If the structure of your speech is loose and confused, chances are that your thinking is also disordered and confused. If, on the other hand, the structure is clear, there is a good chance your thinking is too. Organizing a speech is not just a matter of arranging the ideas you already have.              38              What is true of organization is true of many aspects of public speaking.  39  As you work on expressing your ideas in clear, accurate language, you will improve your ability to think clearly and accurately.              40 As you learn to listen critically to speeches in class, you will be better able to assess the ideas of speakers in a variety of situations.If you take full advantage of your speech class, you will be able to develop your skills as a critical thinker in many circumstances. This is one reason public speaking has been regarded as a vital part of education since the days of ancient Greece.A. Rather, it is an important part of shaping the ideas themselves.B. This may seem like a lot of time, but the rewards are well worth it.C.It may also help you to know that there is no such thing as a perfect speech.D. It has often been said that there are few new ideas in the world, only reorganized ideas.E. If you are wondering what this has to do with your public speaking class, the answer is quite a lot.F.The skills you learn in your speech class can help you become a more effective thinker in a number of ways.G.As you study the role of evidence and reasoning in speechmaking, you will see how they can be used in other forms of communication as well.第三部分 语言运用（共三节，满分30分）第一节 完形填空（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。Age is truly just a number if our hearts are young. Lee Minor, an 85-year-old retired psychologist, has 41this by finishing his 600th marathon race with 32 members of his family by his side. “Runners don't have a 42 line. We just keep going,” he told Good Morning America. “I felt 43 running with my family.” Minor has been running three days a week since 1969, and his heart is filled with enthusiasm for running.“I like to run in all kinds of 44. It is so childish as the rain touches your face. And I love to come here after snow and you watch your 45 as you go along.”he concluded.Minor's enthusiasm for running is 46. “It is my joy. And I want to live as long as I can. And I mean 'live', not'  47'.”His words ring true for Ron Robert, a man diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease who decided to              48 a three-year bachelor of arts program at King's University College in London, Ontario. “I was always taught early in life that the brain is like the most 49instrument we have in our body,” said Robert.Last fall, Robert graduated from the university, despite the challenges of his illness.“When I went across the stage, and as I'm getting my 50,the kids all stood up and yelled and clapped,”he 51.“I had to hold back the tears. It was something else, just wonderful.” He hopes that his story will give hope to others facing 52 difficulties. “There will come a time when I won't be able to, and I fully 53 that. But in the meantime, I'm living a full life."The stories of Minor and Robert are reminders that age and illness need not   54 us.  We can choose to pursue our              55              and live life to the fullest, no matter what challenges we may face.41. A. provenB. approvedC. wonD. imagined42. A. startingB. centerC. finishingD. bottom43. A. depressedB. thrilledC. calmD. uneasy44. A. weatherB. zonesC. illnessD. phases45. A. positionB. footprintsC. reflectionsD. route46. A. infectiousB. temporaryC. blindD. restricted47. A. waitB. abandonC. existD. run48. A. awardB. suspendC. quitD. pursue49. A. powerfulB. visibleC. boringD. accurate50. A. uniformB. applicationC. certificateD. license51. A. slid awayB. gave upC. broke inD. choked out52. A. emotionalB. identicalC. financialD. abstract53. A. enjoyB. rejectC. doubtD. expect54. A. saveB. defineC. distinguishD. witness55. A. scholarshipB. fitnessC. passionD. career 第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10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。The Getty Center sits on a hilltop in the Santa Monica Mountains,56       (tower) above the city of Los Angeles. The museum was 57                                          (origin) constructed to house the vast art collection belonging to oil tycoon J. Paul Getty. Today, the modernist complex 58                                          (hold) so many art works that the exhibit areas can show just a part of them at a time, making the artistic special exhibitions a highlight of any visit to the Getty.The Center's award-winning architect, Richard Meier, did 59           outstanding job of creating a public space that has surprised many visitors. Visitors go to the Getty thinking they are visiting a museum with works of art 60                                          (display)inside.61                                          they discover instead is a work of art with a museum inside. Meier took some basic materials: metal, stone and glass. Working with a billion-dollar budget, he combined them to create a work of architecture 62                                          can excite visitors as much as the art collection inside 63                                          (do).Around every corner and at every turn, there is a new view 64              store for guests. And then, just when they think they have seen it all, a new fountain or landscape pops up.In addition to museum tours, the Getty also provides various free on-site tours, including tours of the gardens. These 65                                                        (exploration) are a must for anyone interested in learning more about Meier's techniques and ideas.第三节 单句语法填空（共5小题，每小题1分，共5分）66.The most(impress) thing about him is his calm acceptance of whatever comes his way.67.The students have been working hard on their lessons and their efforts(pay)off in the end.68.Not only           the professors have their own ideas on the matter, but the students have theirs too.69.       (commit) to supporting the students seeking jobs, we will do some actions.70. The documentary Du Fu: China's greatest Poet made by BBC helps foreigners know about China better and wins widespread                                          (recognize) among foreigners.第三部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）第一节（满分15分）假定你是新华中学国际交换生Kevin，得知某机构要在国庆假期举行北京名校游学活动，请你根据以下要点给该机构写一封咨询信。内容包括：1．参观的大学；2．其他活动安排；3．费用。注意：1．写作词数应为80个左右；2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。Dear Sir/Madam,I'm Kevin, an exchange student from Xinhua School.                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Yours,Kevin第二节（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。The Meredith family lived in a small community. As the economy was in decline, some people in the town had lost their jobs. Many of their families were struggling to make ends meet. People were trying to help each other meet the challenges.Mrs. Meredith was a most kind and thoughtful woman. She spent a great deal of time visiting the poor. She knew they had problems, and they needed all kinds of help. When she had time, she would bring food and medicine to them.One morning she told her children about a family she had visited the day before. There was a man sick in bed, his wife, who took care of him and could not go out to work, and their little boy. The little boy-his name was Bernard-had interested her very much.“I wish you could see him,” she said to her own children, John, Harry,  and  Clara. “He is such a help to his mother. He wants very much to earn some money, but I don't see what he can do.”After their mother left the room, the children sat thinking about Bernard. “I wish we could help him to earn money.” said Clara. “His family is suffering so much.”“So do I,” said Harry. “We really should do something to assist them.”For some moments, John said nothing, but, suddenly, he sprang to his feet and cried, “I have a great idea! I have a solution that we can all help accomplish.”The other children also jumped up all attention. When John had an idea, it was sure to be a good one. “I tell you what we can do,” said John. “You know that big box of corn Uncle John sent us？ Well，we can make popcorn（爆米花），and put it into paper bags，and Bernard can take it around to the houses and sell it."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。When Mrs. Meredith heard of John's idea, she thought it was a good one, too.   With everything ready, Bernard started out on his new business. 
南阳一中2023年秋期高三年级第二次月考 英语答案阅读理解：21-23 DAC    24-27 BAAB   28-31DCDA   32-35ABBC36-40 DEAFG完形填空：41-45 ACBAB46-50 ACDAC51-55 DBDBC语法填空：56．towering 57．originally 58．holds 59．an 60．displayed 61．What 62．that／which 63．does 64.in 65.explorations单句语法填空：66．impressive 67．will pay 68．do 69．Committed 70．recognition书面表达一：Dear Sir/Madam,I'm Kevin,an exchange student from Xinhua School. I'm writing to inquire about the relevant information about your educational travel program in the upcoming National Day holiday.My top concern is which universities will be visited. Hopefully, the range would cover my dream ones-THU and PKU. Besides, you are expected to explain the specific schedule and what other activities to be hosted besides visits so that I can work out my timetable appropriately. Furthermore, it is still unclear to me how much the travel cost is, specifically, flights and accommodation. A discount for students is highly expected.I will feel much obliged if you can offer the information. Your prompt reply is highly appreciated．［109词］Yours,Kevin