1、- 1 -高新部高三模拟考试英语试题第一部分 听力(共两节，满分 30 分)做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷. 上的答案转涂到答题卡上。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。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。例：How much is the shirt?A. 19. 15. B. 9. 15. C. 9. 18. 答案是 B。1. When does the study group pl
2、an to meet?A. On the weekends. B. On Wednesday evenings. C. Every evening. 2. Who keeps the book now?A. Sarah. B. Jim. C. Bob 3. What are the speakers talking about?A. Movies. B. Hobbies. C. Common sense. 4. What happened to Kim?A. She lost her job B. She found a new job C. She was seriously ill. 5.
3、 What will the weather probably be like tomorrow night?A. Fine. B. Snowy. C. Rainy. 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。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. Whats the probable relationship between the sp
4、eakers?- 2 -A. Husband and wife. B. Doctor and patient. C. Boss and clerk. 7. What will the woman do if she is not well enough to go back to work?A. Go to see her doctor. B. Call the man to tell him about it. C. Manage to return to the company. 听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至 10 题。8. Who has not given up smoking?A
5、. Sarah. B. Bill. C. Bills wife.9. Why did Sarah give up smoking?A. Because she took Bills advice. B. Because it was bad for her temper. C. Because her husband often became angry with her. 10. What happened to Bill and Sarahs husband?A. They never stayed at home. B. They suffered from their wives ba
6、d temper. C. They bought cigarettes for their wives. 听第 8 段材料，回答第 11 至 13 题。11. What will there be on Saturday night?A. A graduation party. B. A farewell party. C. A school party. 12. Who else will be at the party?A. Peter and his dad. B. Some schoolmates and Peter.C. The mans parents and Peter. 13.
7、 Where will the woman probably go?A. Paris. B. New York. C. Athens. 听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 16 题。14. Where are the speakers probably now?A. In a college. B. In a company. C. In their - 3 -neighbors house. 15. How long has the woman lived here?A. For two years. B. For four years. C. For six years. 16. What
8、s the womans job?A. An accountant. B. A maths teacher. C. A college student. 听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。17. How long will the trip last?A. One day. B. Three days. C. A week. 18. When can visitors go to the Summer Palace?A. In the morning. B. At noon. C. In the afternoon. 19. If you want to have a long
9、walk, where should you go?A. Kunming Lake. B. Tiananmen Square. C. The Palace Museum. 20. Where can you buy souvenirs?A. On Tiananmen Square. B. At the Great Wall. C. In Qianmen Street. 第二部分 阅读理解(共两节，满分 40 分)第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 30 分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C 和 D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A
10、、B、C 和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项。AAn environment full of interesting or exciting ideas is important for young children, and much of a childs brain develops during the earliest part of life. The visual system, in particular, develops rapidly over the first few weeks. As early as nine minutes after birth, babies
11、 prefer to look at photographs and pictures that most resemble the human face. Newborns can see color, and a one- 4 -month-old can tell red from green. At 12 weeks old, babies show preferences for colored things as opposed to white ones.In addition to looking at themselves, babies are attracted to h
12、igh contrast visuals, colorful objects, and faces. The same holds true for babies, who also are drawn to looking at animals, shiny objects, and familiar items that are part of their world.Its no surprise, then, that an art museum is a rich source of visual inspiration for babies. Introducing babies
13、to works of art promotes early neuron（神经元）connections in the brain. And for the verbal study, interacting with an adult in naming images and describing different characteristics in a work of art lays the groundwork for visual and language development.Free Baby ToursWatch your child respond to large
14、colorful paintings and learn ways to promote early visual skills. Join us for a lively and free 30-minute Baby Tour. Parents and caregivers with babies up to 18 months are welcome. Meet at the TMA Family Center on any of these Fridays: January 15, 3:30 p.m. February 19, 6 p.m. March 18, 3:30 p.m. Ap
15、ril 15, 6 p.m. May 20, 3:30 p.m. June 17, 6 p.m. One child per adult. Parking is free for members, $5 for nonmembers.21. A one-day baby may prefer to look at pictures of _.A. big animals B. human facesC. colorful leaves D. white walls22. What is the benefit for babies when they enjoy works of art?A.
16、 Learning the history of the museum.B. Learning how to master skills on art.- 5 -C. Knowing how to love their parents.D. Laying the basis for language development.23. Whats the main purpose of the text?A. To attract people to join in this baby activity.B. To show how to develop babies interest in ar
17、t.C. To help parents know more about art.D. To promote babies early visual skills.BHawking died early Wednesday at his home in England at the age of 76. Throughout his career as one of the worlds most recognizable cosmic thinkers, he regularly threw himself into pop cultures comedic ring with cameos
18、（客串）on programs such as The Simpsons and Late Night with Conan OBrien.These appearances defined Hawkings personal life as mush as his universe-shaking theoretical work. Humor, however, was not just one side of his personality, but a key to overcoming the disease he struggled against since 1963.“Keep
19、ing an active mind has been vital to my survival, as has maintaining a sense of humor,” Hawking said in a 2013 documentary. “I am probably better known for my appearances on The Simpsons and on The Big Bang Theory than I am for my scientific discoveries.”At 21, Hawking was diagnosed with a condition
20、 similar to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis（肌萎缩性侧索硬化症）, also known as Lou Gehrigs disease. According to the ALS Association, “Half of all people affected with ALS live at most three or more years after diagnosis. Twenty percent live five years or more; only ten percent will live more than ten years.”T
21、he disease would eventually shut down Hawkings motor functions, making him speechless and unable to move without a wheelchair. Doctors initially said he would be dead in two years. His condition, however, proved to be a rate slow-acting version.But Hawking fought through his worse physical state, ri
22、sing to a position as a celebrated professor of mathematical at the University of Cambridge and - 6 -altering the popular conception of physics with his 1988 bestseller, A Brief History of Time.“When I turned 21, my expectations were reduced to zero,” he said in a TV show. He added, “It was importan
23、t that I came to appreciate what I did have. Its also important not become angry, no matter how difficult life is, because you can lose all hope if you cant laugh at yourself and at life in general.”24. What was Hawking like according to the text?A. He was kind and brave. B. He was friendly and adve
24、nturous.C. He was humorous and strong-minded. D. He was shy and uncommunicative.25. How did Hawking deal with ALS?A. He did further research into the disease.B. He kept a positive attitude towards his disease.C. He did more exercise and spoke a lot with others.D. He went to hospital to have a health
25、 check regularly.26. What can be learnt from the story of Hawking?A. Laughter is the best medicine.B. Lost time is never found again.C. Everything comes to him who waits.D. A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.27. What can we know from the text?A. ALS is a common disease in Englan
26、d.B. Doctors once abandoned treatment for Hawking.C. Playing roles in comedy was Hawkings favorite.D. Its almost a wonder that Hawking can survive the disease.CAs providers and caretakers（监护人）, adults tend to view the children as happy and free. After all, kids dont have jobs to keep or bills to pay
27、, so what do they possibly have to worry about?- 7 -Plenty! Even very young children have worries and feel stressful to some degree. Stress is a function of the demands placed on us. These demands often come from outside sources, such as families, jobs, friends, or schools. But they can also come fr
28、om our feelings, for example, what we think we should be doing versus what were actually able to do.Stress can affect anyone who feels at a loss, even kids. For kids in the kindergarten, separation from parents can cause anxiety. As kids get older, academic and social pressures also create stress, e
29、specially those who want to fit in their school are probably to get more stress.Many kids are too busy to have time to play creatively or relax after school. Kida who complain about all their activities or who refuse to take part in them might be too tired and full of stress. Talk with kids about ho
30、w they feel about the activities related to their courses. If they complain, you should consider stopping one activity for a period of time, or you can explore, ways to help them manage their time and lessen their anxiety.Another source of stress is world news. Kids who see scary images on TV or hea
31、r someone talk of natural disasters or ways may worry about their own safety and the people they love. Talk to them about what they see and hear on TV to help them understand whats going on.Whats more, be aware of some negative factors, such as an illness, or death of a loved one. When these are add
32、ed to the everyday pressure kids face, the stress may appear. Separated or divorced parents should never put kids in a position of having to choose who they would like to live with.28. Who is the most stressed according to the text?A. A kid not getting many gifts on her birthday.B. A kid not getting
33、 used to the school life.C. A kid living with his strict parents.D. A kid failing in making new friends.29. Whats Paragraph 4 mainly about?A. Ways to help kids relieve stress.- 8 -B. Activities to stay with kids.C. Courses to help kids relax.D. Reasons for kids feeling stressed.30. What can be concl
34、uded from the text?A. World news may make kids worry about their countries safety.B. Kids who behave well in the school havent stress.C. Stress is not very common and serious among children.D. Negative things and daily pressure can cause stress.31. Whats the best title for the text?A. Sources of Str
35、ess B. Effects of StressC. Childrens Stress D. Students StressDAccording a recent report in New Scientist, a breakthrough birth occurred under the radar some five months ago. With the help of John Zhang from the New Hope Fertility Center in New York City, a Jordanian couple gave birth to a child wit
36、h one more than two genetic parents.So-called three-parent babies actually have more like 2.001 parents, according to experts. And the baby boy born earlier this year isnt the first child to have a little more DNA than Mom and Dad could provide on their own. An IVF technique that relied on small tra
37、nsfers of donors DNA was pioneered in the United States during the 1990s but was banned after fewer than 100 babies were born.This Jordanian newborn represents the first successful birth in a new wave of “three-parent” techniquesones that are more sophisticated and that will likely stick around much
38、 longer.For now, there is no country where the method used to give birth to the baby boy is really legal. Zhang performed the procedure in Mexico, where, he told New Scientists, “There are no rules.”These techniques involve the transfer of mitochondrial（线粒体的）DNA or mtDNA. Often called the “power pla
39、nts” of the cell, the mitochondria transform - 9 -energy from food into energy that can power a cell. When someones mitochondria dont function properly, its bad news indeed for cells. Mitochondrial diseases can cause a whole host of life-threatening problems, and its estimated that as many as 4,000
40、children are born with such conditions in the United States each year. In this case, the couple had lost two children at young ages due to Leigh syndrome, a neurological disorder caused by a mutation（变异）in the mothers mitochondrial DNA.32. Why do experts call the baby boy a three-parent baby?A. Beca
41、use his father has married two women.B. Because his DNA is from three donors.C. Because he has DNA from his parents and a donor.D. Because his mother gave birth to him with the help of Zhang.33. The underlined word “sophisticated” in Paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to “_”.A. developed B. important
42、 C. specific D. expensive34. Why did the Jordanian couple lose two children?A. The mother suffered from many diseases.B. The mother couldnt get enough energy.C. The mothers body function couldnt work properly.D. The mother had the disease caused by a mutation in mtDNA.35. What can be inferred form t
43、he text?A. The IVF technique was used around the world during the 1990s.B. Mitochondrial diseases can be transferred from mothers to babies.C. The baby boy was born in Jordan five months ago.D. Fathers mitochondrial diseases cant affect young babies.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
44、的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Choosing the right retirement plan or deciding which unit trust will provide - 10 -the best results for you can present quite a challenge. You may not be sure how much to invest, or how much to save. 36 .Ask around37 . Ask questions that will reveal factors that are important to yo
45、u in a financial advisor, such as, “How was your first meeting?” “How easy was he to get on the phone?” or “Do you understand what he says?”38 Recommendations are a good start, but take time to do your own research. In fact, its important to understand somethinglike retirement, charitable giving, or
46、 possession allocationof each advisor you research. There are professional association websites to search for financial planners: the Financial Planning Association and the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors.Understand the initialFinancial planners generally come with many initials
47、at the end of their names, and its important to know what they represent. Most people know a CPA is a certified public accountant. 39 Schedule an interviewOnce you have a working list of possible financial advisors, schedule appointments to meet with each one. 40 . Most financial advisors offer free
48、 consultations for the first visit so you both can evaluate each other to determine if the relationship will be a good fit.A. Go onlineB. Do research on how they workC. Meet face to face, and have a conversationD. Therefore, you may find it important to ask for the aid of a financial advisorE. The first step in finding a good financial advisor is asking for recommendationsF. However, not many people know that PFS stands for personal financial
