1、页 1 第辽宁省大连市第八中学 2015 届高三 10 月月考英语试题第 I 卷（选择题 共 115 分）第一部分：阅读理解（共两节，满分 40 分 ）第 1 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。AWhen were young and we dream of love and fulfillment（满足感）, we think perhaps of moon-covered Parisian nights or walks along the beach at sunset.
2、No one tells us that the greatest moments of a lifetime are short, unplanned and nearly always catch us off guard.Not long ago，as I was reading a bedtime story to my seven-year-old daughter, Annie， I became aware of her focused look. She was staring at me with a faraway, blank expression. Apparently
3、, completing The Tale of Samuel Whiskers was not as important as we first thought.I asked what she was thinking about.“Mommy,“ she whispered, “I just cant stop looking at your pretty face.“I almost dissolved（溶解） on the spot.Little did she know how many trying moments the glow of her sincerely loving
4、 statement would carry me through over the following years.Not long after, I took my four-year-old son to an elegant department store, where the sweet notes of a classic love song drew us toward a tuxedoed ( 穿晚礼服的 ) musician playing a grand piano. Sam and I sat down on a marble bench nearby, and he
5、seemed as astonished by the pleasant theme as I was.I didnt realize that Sam had stood up next to me until he turned, took my face in his little hands and said, “Dance with me.“If only those women walking under the Paris moon knew the joy of such an invitation made by a round-cheeked boy with baby t
6、eeth. Although shoppers openly chuckled(咯咯笑) and pointed at us as we glided（滑行）and whirled（旋转） around the open space, I would not have traded a dance with such a charming young gentleman if Id been offered the universe.1. From the passage we know_.A. Annie knew how important she was to her mother.B.
7、 shoppers didnt notice the author dancing with her son.C. there are bedtime stories in the Tale of Samuel Whiskers.D. Sam was not surprised at the music which was played in the store.2. When the author knew her daughter could not stop looking at her pretty face, she felt_.A. sad B. deeply moved C. a
8、nnoyed D. ashamed3. Why wouldnt the author trade a dance with her son even if she was given the world?A. Because she knew she wouldnt be given the universe .B. Because her son was the most important person to her .C. Because she thought she was the happiest one at the moment.D. Because it was very i
9、mportant for the author to dance with her son. 4. What does the author want to prove by showing two examples of her kids?A. Her kids love her very much.B. She enjoys staying with her kids.C. The greatest moments of a lifetime always come unexpectedly.D. Those women walking under the moon should enjo
10、y the happiness with kids.页 2 第BTime and how we experience it have always puzzled us. Physicists have created fascinating theories, but their time is measured by a pendulum（钟摆）and is not psychological time, which leaps with little regard to the clock or calendar. As someone who understood the differ
11、ence remarked, “When you sit with a nice girl for two hours it seems like a minute, but when you sit on a hot stove, a minute seems like two hours.”Psychologists have long noticed that larger units of time, such as months and years, fly on swifter wings as we age. They also note that the more time i
12、s structured with schedules and appointments, the more rapidly it seems to passFor example, a day at the office flies compared with a day at the beach. Since most of us spend fewer days at the beach and more at the office as we age, an increase in structured tune could well be to blame for why time
13、seems to speed up as we grow olderExpectation and familiarity also make time seem to flow more rapidly. Almost all of us have had the experience of driving somewhere weve never been before. Surrounded by unfamiliar scenery, with no real idea of when well arrive, we experience the trip as lasting a l
14、ong time. But the return trip, although exactly as long, seems to take far less time. The unfamiliarity of the journey has become routine. Thus taking a different route on occasion can often help slow the clock.When days become as identical as beads（小珠子）on a string, they mix together, and even month
15、s become a single day. To fight this, try to find ways to interrupt the structure of your dayto stop time. Learning something new is one of the ways to slow the passage of time. One of the reasons the days of our youth seems so full and long is that these are the days of learning and discovery. For
16、many of us, learning ends when we leave school, but this doesnt have to be.5. The quotation（引用语） in the first paragraph is used to indicate _.A. psychological time is quite puzzlingB. time should not be measured by a pendulumC. physical time is different from psychological time D. physical theory ha
17、s nothing to do with the true sense of time6. Why do units of time fly faster as we grow older?A. Our sense of time changes.B. We spend less time at the beach.C. More time is structured and scheduled.D. Time is structured with too many appointments.7. What is the main idea of the passage?A. It gives
18、 various explanations about time.B. It describes how we experience time psychologically.C. It shows the different ideas of physicists and psychologists on time.D. It explains why time flies fast and how to slow it down psychologically.CWhile reading a story on 20-somethings complaining about how the
19、 economy is ruining their life plans, I couldnt help but think the 20-somethings sound like a bunch of spoiled children who grow up expecting everything to be easy for them. As a 20-something myself, I certainly share their disappointment my husband and I probably wont be able to buy a house until w
20、ere in our forties, and we two are burdened by student loans. But why should it be different? Being young people in America, shouldnt they take up all of the challenges and opportunities that this country offers?Consider some of these views shared in the story: Jennifer, 29, owner of a two-bedroom a
21、partment with her husband, worries that she wont be able to have children for at least a decade because they cant afford to buy a house yet.页 3 第I read that, and I thought what planet she is living on where you need to own a house in order to have kids? Has she ever visited a developing country, or
22、even downtown areas in this one? Home ownership is a luxury（奢华）, not a fertility requirement.A 26-year-old man in the story is disappointed that he cant afford to get a Ph. D. in literature. Well, that sounds a bit like expressing disappointment that no one will pay you to write poetry on the beach
23、in Thailand for five years.Yes, its sad that these young people feel so lost. But I think the problem is their extremely high expectations, not economic reality. Beth Kobliner, author of Get a Financial Life: Personal Finance in Your Twenties and Thirties, says that she thinks peoples expectations g
24、row up when their wealth appears to be increasing. Their parents probably see their home values rise along with their investments. “So we have people who have grown up in an environment where people have great expectations of what living well means,“ says Kobliner.This recession（经济衰退） will certainly
25、 play a role in forcing those expectations into more realistic group. In the meantime, it seems much better for our mental health to focus on being gratefulfor our one-bedroom apartments, for living in modern cities, or perhaps just for being able to eat three meals a daythan on longing for some kin
26、d of luxurious life.8. What makes the author think the 20-somethings sound like a bunch of spoiled children?A. They expect everything to be easy for them.B. They complain that the economy is ruining their life plans.C. They are unwilling to face all of the challenges.D. They are burdened by student
27、loans.9. Which of the following is NOT one of the complaints of the 20-somethings?A. They cant have children for at least a decade for they cant afford to buy a house.B. They have only a one-bedroom apartment to live in.C. They cant buy a house until 40 and are burdened by student loans.D. They desp
28、air of not being able to afford to get a Ph. D. in literature.10. Whats Kobliners attitude towards the 20-somethings with high expectations ?A. Unbearable. B. Opposing. C. Doubtful. D. Understanding.11. What is the best title for this passage?A. Young people afford to continue their educationB. Youn
29、g people cant afford to buy a houseC. Young peoples high expectations lead to despairD. The 20-somethings high expectationsDIn December, 2010, many American newspapers publish a list of the best books of the year. Freedom by Jonathan Franzen is one of the most repeatedly praised books on this years
30、list of favorites. It tells about the ups and downs of the Berglund family over many years. Mr. Franzen fills the book with sharp observations about American politics, culture and society.Jennifer Egans book A Visit from the Goon Squad takes place in 13 chapters over 40 years. The story moves back a
31、nd forth in time, from different viewpoints. One main character is former rock musician Bennie Salazar who works for a record company. The other main character is a troubled young woman named Sasha who works for Bennie. The reader learns about their pasts and those of their friends.The main characte
32、r in The Imperfectionists by Tom Rachman is a failing English Language newspaper 页 4 第published in Rome, Italy. Each chapter of the book tells about a reporter or editor working for this paper. Their stories are filled with intelligence and great personality.Two of the most popular non-fiction books
33、 of 2010 were about rock and roll stars. Just Kids is by rock singer Patti Smith. It tells about her friendship with the artist Robert Mapplethorpe in the 1960s and 1970s before they became famous. Life is the autobiography of Rolling Stones guitarist Keith Richards. It is an honest and exciting loo
34、k at the development of rock and roll and the wild times this famous band has experienced.Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand tells about a man named Louis Zamperini. She tells about his extraordinary survival story after his plane crashed into the Pacific Ocean during World War Two.Stacy Schiff has recei
35、ved great praise for her book Cleopatra: A Life. It tells about one of the most misrepresented and famous women in his story, Cleopatra. She ruled ancient Egypt about 2,000 years ago. One critic said Ms. Schiff has brought Cleopatra to life again by unearthing her story from centuries of lies.12.The
36、 following books are related to music EXCEPT_.A. The Imperfectionists B. A Visit from the Goon Squad C. Just Kids D. Life13.If your major is the history of ancient Africa, you may pay attention to _.A. Freedom by Jonathan FranzenB. Unbroken by Laura HillenbrandC. The Imperfections by Tom RachmanD. C
37、leopatra: A Life by Stacy Schiff14Which book will give you a practical understanding of the USA?ALife BCleopatra: A LifeCFreedom DA Visit from the Goon Squad15.The last sentence of the passage implies that _.AStacy Schiff is an archaeologistBthe critic finds the character in the book very realCthe c
38、ritic speaks highly of Cleopatra in historyDStacy Schiff tells a story about an imaginary Egyptian queen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 的 最 佳 选 项 。 选 项 中 的 两 项 为 多 余 选 项 。Tips to Become More ConfidentOur confidence plays an important role in ability to achieve succ
39、ess and happiness. It affects our mental thought patterns, the way we speak and act, and the decisions we make in all areas of our lives. Confident people take more action, perform better, and are more likely to attain their goals. 16 Lucky for us, confidence can be built and strengthened until it b
40、ecomes natural, just as any other habit. It simply takes a little time, some effort, and a bit of attention.1. Fail More Often. The more challenges you take on, the more failures youll have, but learning that you can recover, get up and push forward builds confidence.2. 17 页 5 第Keep a list of succes
41、ses, big and small. Itll help you to see your abilities in a more positive and realistic light.3. Start a conversation.When you find yourself in a social situation, dont always turn to those people youre comfortable with. 18 Eventually getting to know new people will become easier.4. Dont compare. S
42、top measuring yourself against others. 19 Making comparisons is a damaging and an inaccurate measure of success anyway.Confidence helps you to be more secure in your abilities and more positive in your attitude. It also encourages you to be more assertive(坚定自信的 ) to take on more challenges, and to i
43、mprove your skills. 20 The end result is a better outlook, more success, and a higher quality of life in all areas.A. As an added benefit, youll attract like-minded people.B. Track your accomplishments.C. The result you get isnt always real.D. It may only do harm to them.E. List your super abilities
44、.F. Whats more, confident people can take more joy from their accomplishments.G. Talk to someone you dont know very well.第二部分：英语知识运用(共两节，满分 45 分)第一节：完形填空 (共 20 小题，每小题 1.5 分, 满分 30 分) 阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A 、B、C 和 D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。When I was eight, I wrote my first poemMy mother read an
45、d cried, “Buddy, you didnt really write this beautiful poem!“Shyly, but 21 ,I said yesShe poured out her 22 . “It was nothing short of talent!“What time will Father be home?“ I askedI could hardly wait to 23 my work to himI spent quite some time 24 for his arrival. I wrote the poem out in my finest
46、flourish（花体字）, drew a fancy border around it and 25 I placed it right on my fathers plate on the dining table. My father had begun his motion-picture career as a writer. I was sure he would be able to 26 my poem.At almost 7 oclock my father burst in. He seemed 27 .He circled the dining-room table, c
47、omplaining about his employees.Suddenly he paused and glared at his plate. “What is this?“ He was reaching for my poem.Ben, Buddy has written his first poem!” my mother began. “And its beautiful, absolutely amaz”“If you dont mind, Id like to decide for myself.“ Father said.I 28 my head as he read th
48、at poem. It was only ten lines. But it seemed to take hours. Then I heard him dropping the poem back on the table. Now came the moment of 29 .“I think its terrible,“ he said.I couldnt look up. My eyes were getting 30 .“Ben, these are the first lines of poetry hes ever written,“ my mother was saying.
49、 “He needs 31 .”“I dont know why.“ My father held his ground. “Isnt there enough 32 poetry in the world already? “I couldnt 33 it another second. I ran from the dining room crying. Up in my room I 34 myself on the bed and cried the worst of the 35 out of me.That may have been the end of the story, but not of its 36 for me. I realized how fortunate I had been. I 页 6 第had a mother who said, “I think its wonderful!“ and a father who d
