1、2018 届江苏盐城市时杨中学高三 12 月月考英语试题 第 I 卷（选择题, 共 85 分）第一部分: 听力（共两节，满分 20 分）第一节（共 5 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 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 impressed the man about the new theater?A. The ticket price. B. The seats. C. The sound.2 What are
2、the speakers going to do tonight?A. Listen to a lecture. B. Go out for pizza. C. Work in the garden.3 Why has the man been staying at home?A. He works at home. B. He is out of work. C. Hes been sick.4 How many students had planned to take the exam?A. 50. B. 25. C. 15.5 What does the man think of the
3、 cheese?A. It is delicious. B. It smells better than it tastes. C. It has gone bad.第二节（共 15 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 15 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 至 7 题。 6 What does the woman think is out there?
4、A. A bear. B. A wolf. C. A duck.7 What does the man suggest the woman do?A. Keep awake. B. Look at Gregs tent. C. Continue to sleep.听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至 10 题。8 What will Nancy do?A. Move to Africa. B. Teach Russian. C. Move to Russia.9 How will Nancy learn Russian?A. Study at a university. B. Take an on
5、line class. C. Talk to people.10 Why is the woman saving money?A. To help the poor. B. To visit Russia. C. To study abroad.听第 8 段材料，回答第 11 至 13 题。11 Who is Eric?A. Jims friend. B. The womans classmate. C. The mans little brother.12 Why was the man absent from school yesterday?A. He was sick. B. He w
6、anted to escape from a test. C. He needed to pick up a friend.13 What will the woman do after school?A. Lend the man her notes. B. Go to the new movie theater. C. Prepare for a test.听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 17 题。14 How long ahead of time did the woman leave home?A. 20 minutes. B. Half an hour. C. An hour.1
7、5 Where are the speakers?A. On the plane. B. On the bus. C. In the car.16 What are the speakers mainly discussing?A. Traffic. B. Business travel. C. Flight delay.17 How does the woman feel about the situation?A. Understanding. B. Sorry. C. Angry.听第 10 段材料，回答第 18 至 20 题。18 Why is the coast guard bein
8、g contacted?A. The ship is sinking. B. The ship is out of fuel. C. The ship is 200 miles off the coast.19 What will happen in ten minutes?A. The coast guard will arrive.B. The ship will stop moving.C. There will be another announcement.20 What are the passengers asked to do?A. Stop using the gym. B.
9、 Gather in the dining hall. C. Go on with their enjoyment.第二部分：英语知识运用 (共两节，满分35分)第一节 单项填空 (共15小题；每小题 1分，满分15分)21. For our future generations, we must show respect for _ nature, increasing _ amount of waste we recycle. A. the, the B. /, an C. the, an D. /, the22. -What do you think is the most import
10、ant in every field in the world?-There is no _ for hard work and dedication. A. exchange B. substitute C. exception D. alternative23. Most people present at the meeting think poorly of the measures taken by the local government, which they think will _ the worsening of the environment. A. result fro
11、m B. contribute to C. refer to D. go after24. - Im calling to _ our lunch appointment. Its tomorrow at twelve oclock, right? - Absolutely. A. confirm B. acknowledge C. determine D. recognize 25. How long do you think _ the computer company brings out a new product?A. it will be before B. will it be
12、until C. will it be when D. it will be that26. -Did you hear Tom was criticized for his spelling mistakes in his English composition? -Yes, but a more careful person _ so many mistakes.A. wouldnt make B. neednt have made C. shouldnt make D. wouldnt have made27.What time did you come back yesterday?I
13、t was 12 oclock _ he arrived home.A. before B. that C. when D. until28. The generous donation from China to the quake-stricken communities in Nepal has _ the Chinese peoples unselfishness and internationalism.A. brought out B. brought about C. taken on D. taken out29. -Which kind of coats should I c
14、hoose?-Since the features of good coats are _, choose what feels most comfortable to you.A. explicit B. shallow C. voluntary D. subjective30. Finally, he chose to withdraw from college to care for his grandma _ the fact that she had developed cancer. A. in reference to B. in possession of C. in view
15、 of D. in defence of31. The Indonesian flag is based on a national flag _ the 13th century, which had nine red and white stripes.A. being dated back to B. dated back to C .dates back to D. dating back to 32. Its not how much we do but how much love we put into what we do _ benefits our work most.A.
16、who B. which C. that D. what33. _, as long as Im with nature, I dont care.A. How tough the journey is B. What a tough journey it is C. Tough though the journey is D. Whatever tough the journey is 34. _ himself _ the project, he had no time to go back home.A. Occupied; with B. Occupied; in C. Occupyi
17、ng; with D. Occupying; in35. I feel terrible. I didnt do well in the math test._. Youre already making progress and will surely learn it well.A. Dont be silly. B. Dont take things for grantedC. Dont put the cart before the horse D. Dont take it too hard第二节 完形填空( 共 20 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 20 分)Who knows the
18、 history of mothers day? England was one of the first countries to set aside a day to recognize mothers. In the eighteenth century, 36 many people worked as household servants for the 37 , “Mothering Sunday” was 38 for them to return home to be with their mothers. Though this 39 stopped when the Ind
19、ustrial Revolution changed the working and living patterns of people, one 40 for mothers was established as a holiday in the twentieth century.In the United States, Mothers Day did not become a(n) 41 holiday until 1915. Its establishment was 42 due to the perseverance and love of one 43 , Anna Jarvi
20、s. Annas mother had provided strength and support as the family 44 their home in West Virginia and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 45 her father served as a minister.When Mrs. Jarvis died on May 5, 1905, Anna was determined to 46 her. She asked a minister at the church in West Virginia to give a sermon(布
21、道) 47 memory of her mother.On the same Sunday in Philadelphia, ministers there honored Mrs. Jarvis and all mothers with a(n) 48 Mothers Day service. Anna Jarvis began writing to congressmen, asking them to 49 a day to honor mothers. In 1910, the governor of West Virginia proclaimed the second Sunday
22、 in May as Mothers Day and a year later every state 50 it.On Mothers Day morning some American children 51 the tradition of serving their mothers breakfast in bed. Other children will give their mothers 52 which they have made themselves or bought in 53 . Adults give their mothers red carnations, th
23、e official Mothers Day flower. If their mothers 54 , they may bring white carnations to their grave sites. This is the busiest day of the year for American 55 . On the special day, family members do not want Mom to cook dinner!36. A. before B. when C. until D. since37. A. poor B. injured C. living D
24、. rich38. A. reserved B. changed C. protected D. persuaded39. A. habit B. form C. custom D. plan40. A. Monday B. Wednesday C. Friday D. Sunday41. A. ordinary B. regular C. official D. common42. A. nearly B. largely C. deeply D. highly43. A. mother B. sister C. daughter D. waitress44. A. made B. foun
25、d C. left D. destroyed45. A. when B. how C. why D. where46. A. reward B. award C. inspire D. honor47. A. at B. in C. on D. for48. A. special B. expensive C. simple D. easy49. A. put off B. set aside C. give up D. take on50. A. understood B. prevented C. received D. celebrated51. A. support B. refuse
26、 C. follow D. accept52. A. letters B. gifts C. calls D. toys53. A. stores B. churches C. hospitals D. schools54. A. went ahead B. moved on C. stayed up D. passed away55. A. departments B. offices C. restaurants D. markets第三部分: 阅读理解 (共 15 小题; 每小题 2 分, 满分 30 分 )AIts often interesting to take a look at
27、 some of the lists that arrive toward the end of the year such as top devices, best gadgets, most desirable high-tech gift and more. Apart from cell phones and tablets, and Apple and Samsung products, this year many other gadgets made it on the most wanted list from Yahoo Tech and the most searched
28、list from Bing. com. Read on to find out what they are.Wireless headphonePortable Bluetooth headphones represent the next evolution in headphone technology. If you have a compatible smartphone with Bluetooth, the obvious benefit is that you can get rid of the wires snaking from your backpack or pock
29、et. Many of the wireless headphones in the market also have a built-in microphone for taking calls hands-free.Product to buy: Beats Studio WirelessFeatures: Signature look, and powerful audio performance with intense bass and high-mid boosting, plus plenty of accessories（附件） .Price: 1898 yuanSmartwa
30、tchThe primary advantage of a smartwatch over traditional watches is that they reduce how often you have to pull your phone out of your pocket. With it, the information on your smartphone goes straight to your wrist, and you can decide first if they are worth dealing with.Product to buy: Pebble smar
31、twatchFeatures: Understated design, with easy setup and instant information, and customizable watch faces, plus synes（同步） with Android or IOS.Price: $99 (about 612 yuan)Portable Bluetooth speaker Bluetooth speakers are steadily growing in popularity because they let you take the party anywhere. They
32、 can be paired with your music device, and they are able to withstand（经受） incidental bumps. Though small in size, Bluetooth speakers provide a steady soundtrack for even the lengthiest bacchanalia (狂欢)。Product to buy: Logitech UE BoomFeatures: Water and stain resistant, 360-degree sound, 15 hour bat
33、tery life, with a variety of color patterns.Price: 1499 yuanFitness bandBasically, fitness bands are smartwatches without the watch. They keep track of your exercise progress and, at the same time, allow you to monitor vitals such as your heart rate, calories burned and amount of time spent exercisi
34、ng. Some even monitor your sleep patterns.来源: Z,X,X,KProduct to buy: Fitbit FlexFeatures: Long battery life (five days), with silent vibrating alarm, and wireless syncing to smartphones.Price: 898 yuan56. Which of the following words can best summarize the common feature of the above products?A. Che
35、ap B. Android C. Wireless D. Wearable57. Which of the following statements is Not True according to the passage?A. Tablets are on the most wanted list of high-tech products of this yearB. Beats Studio Wireless features plenty of accessories.C. Smartwatch and Fitness band are similar products to some
36、 extent.D. All the products can sync with Android or IOSBAre you competitive enough to make it in America? There is an undeniable excitement about coming to study in the US, but its not all excitement.Yes, it is America; it is the land of freedom; its the place where different cultures clash . and l
37、ive together in peace. However, you guys might agree with me. its not easy to leave home and the security of family, friends and people who love and care about us. And doing it raises some questions:Is it worth it? Are you equal to the challenge? You might be sitting in front of your computer watchi
38、ng a documentary about America, which shows you the breathtaking views of skyscrapers in New York, the beautiful warm weather in San Diego, and the huge parties along the beaches of the Sunshine State, Florida.Just as you know, its all true. I remember how my heart was racing the first time I visite
39、d Times Square in New York. I cant find any words in the dictionary to describe how I felt at that moment. Some day, when you get lucky and go there, you will know what I mean.Unfortunately, TV and movies never show the other side of what students must do to survive America.Education in the States i
40、s really different from other places. Yes, there is the traditional A, B, C, and D grading system, and you get to be on the Deans List if you have all As on your transcript. However, these grades dont just come from your test performances. The requirements of classes in the US are much more varied a
41、nd this is the biggest adjustment that overseas students have to manage.Some have papers that you have to write every week; others have group projects you must do with your classmates, presentations you make in the class, or research you do by yourself to prove your own idea. There comes a night whe
42、n you have a couple of projects for different classes, a paper, and an exam to study for. And that night you ask yourself, “What did I get myself into？”Im not trying to intimidate you, but you should know what it really is like to study in the States. One thing I can promise you is that it is worth
43、all the hard work you put in. And the more time you give to your study, the more open doors you will have by the time you finish your degree.58. The author wrote this passage to _.A. promote the US education system to overseas students.B. warn people of the dangers of living in the US.C. help reader
44、s prepare for studying in the US.D. make readers understand the benefits of studying in the US.59. According to the author, America is _.A. a place that he could not get used to Ba place where people from different backgrounds get on well C. a dangerous place to live in without family or friendsD. a
45、 country where students can learn freely60. According to the passage, which of the following is most challenging?A. Balancing different study requirements B. Getting all As in the testsC. Writing papers every week D. Attending all the classesCWith a large part of the worlds population living close t
46、o the oceans, rising sea levels bring the potential for destructive (破坏性的 )results. But scientists are still unable to make predictions exact enough for people to plan to handle the loss of land and the threat to coastal communities expected over this century.“We know sea level is going to rise, but
47、 how much, and how fast, and where, we really still dont know,“ said Josh Willis, a climate scientist.The ocean isnt like water in a bathtub. It doesnt rise all the same as more water pours in. As global warming raises sea levels, some places are expected to see higher-than-average increases, and a few pl
