2017年广东省中山市中山纪念中学高三3月份模拟考试英语试题.doc

1、2017 届广东省中山市中山纪念中学高三 3 月份模拟考试英语试题本试题卷共 12 页。全卷满分 150 分。考试用时 120 分钟。祝考试顺利第二部分阅读理解（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。ATeacher，Lawyer，Doctor when someone says “ career” ，these classic jobs are the first ones you think about，right? We ve found four

2、 uncommon careers with awesome and unusual benefits.Chief Listening OfficerYou may not have heard of a Chief Listening Officer, but theyve probably heard from you. CLOs closely monitor social platforms and conversations to keep an eye ( and ear!) on whats being said about their company or brand. You

3、r work enables a fast response to any and all complaints, questions, or misinformation.Why its awesome：This job is on the rise. As more organizations rely on social media for market research and customer service，the position of CLO will only become more important.Food StylistMouth - watering restaur

4、ant commercials and wasteful magazine photographs of delicious food don t come easy：it takes the work of a food stylist to make it all happen. Armed with cooking skills，creative style，and tools ranging from lipstick to lard，you get food ready for its photograph.Why it s awesome：This is one of those

5、rare cooking jobs that provide chances to create, but doesnt t require you to slave away in a restaurant kitchen.Global Mobility ConsultantAs a global mobility consultant, you help employees make smooth transitions (过渡）into their new homes whether it s in Bangkok, Berlin，or the next state over.Why i

6、t s awesome： If youre the type who enjoys travel and likes learning about other cultures，systems and traditions, this career could be a perfect fit. As companies continue to expand across borders, this position is expected to grow by 21 percent over the next few years. Computational LinguistComputat

7、ional Linguists help computers and humans communicate with others. More specifically, you create computer programs that can translate, transcribe, and comprehend regular, human language.Why it s awesome: This field is the front line for exciting technological areas like speech recognition and artifi

8、cial intelligence. In other words, you could help create robots.21. What does a Chief Listening Officer do?A. To do market research.B. To listen to chief officers.C. To respond to customers opinions.D. To track social platforms and conversations.22. What is vital if you want to be a food stylist?A.

9、Hard work in a restaurant kitchen.B. Restaurants and delicious food.C. Cooking skills and creativity.D. Commercials and magazines.23. What may contribute to the growing need for global mobility consultants?A. Peoples love for travel.B. Peoples interest in other cultures.C. Employees desire for great

10、 progress.D. Companies tendency to expand globally.24. What are computational linguists good at according to the text?A. Both computers and languages.B. Communicating with others.C. Speech recognition.D. Creating robots.BTheres a secret spot in Ireland. And the locals dont want you to know it exists

11、.I found it by chance. The Irish are world-famous for being a friendly nation and yet you hesitate as you climb to the top of a hill and see a fisherman storing his tools, the dog good-naturedly circling his feet. The camera comes out. The scene is so in line with the postcard Ireland you remember s

12、eeing pinned to the wall. Walking closer you drop the camera until you re close enough to simply watch and listen. The water gently touches his boat. His tools hit the dock (码头） ，making ringing noises.The dog has discovered you sitting so quietly on the hill and although he s been playing in the wat

13、er he knows no sense of politeness and runs toward you only a slight delay in his step as his owner shouts out a command. It slows his progress toward you, but only slightly. That dog is about to give you the wettest and hairiest hug you ve had in weeks.The dog has opened the door to conversation no

14、w and as the dog leads you to the fisherman you glance toward the sound of an approaching car，his wife，here to pick him up and transport his catch back into town. The immediate polite conversations unfold I m an obvious American and don t deny it，they re curious as to why such a healthy and pretty y

15、oung lady such as myself is wandering the cold hills in such a remote area of Ireland. “ Single are ya? Well why in the world are ya traveling by yerself, youll never meet a man that way?” demands the wife. Shes a tough customer and cant understand my answer “because I enjoy it， ” evidenced by her l

16、ong-suffering sigh and a muttering (喃喃自语）about “young people”.There，s a secret spot in Ireland，and Im not going to tell you where it is. Im not going to tell where it is because I know there re other Irish towns out there just like it all laced with joy of simplicity.25. What is the writers identity

17、?A. A detective. B. A traveler. C. A journalist. D. A fisherman.26. Which word best describes the wifes reaction to the author?A. Rudeness. B. Curiosity. C. Envy. D. Worry.27. How does the writer feel about Ireland?A. Full of secrets. B. Not developed.C. A place with simple joy. D. A place with beau

18、tiful scenery.CThe end of the school year is in sight Christmas cards，candy canes and of course，end of year reports.While most parents welcome an assessment of their kids performance，they do not expect their own input to be evaluated. But a school in the UK is changing that. As well as assessing the

19、ir students, they are dishing out grades to mums and dads. Parents that are really involved (参与)in their kid s education are rewarded with an A，and parents that haven t done their bit get a disappointing D.The school, Greasley Beauvale Primary in Nottinghamshire, uses criteria such as whether mums a

20、nd dads have attended school events such as plays and parent teacher evenings to decide on the grade. The schools principal, Donna Chambers, said that the scheme (方案）had been well received.“There were some critics(批评者） ，but my response was well, it cant do any harm. Between 15 per cent and 20 per ce

21、nt of parents started out in the lower categories but now that has been reduced to just two per cent， ” she explained.Chambers hopes that the scheme will help motivate parental involvement. “The system is important because you have got to get the parents on board from day one. That one hour initial

22、conversation saying they could improve will pay dividends for the rest of that child s academic life”, she said.But while the scheme may be well intentioned, it is likely to be connected with parent shaming. There are lots of reasons why some mums and dads might not be involved in school activities

23、such as work commitments, looking after younger children or caring for elderly relatives.And of course, being involved in your kid s education doesnt t begin and end at school. There is a lot that goes on behind the scenes from helping with homework to keeping uniforms freshly laundered. And what ab

24、out all the parents who stayed up sewing special costumes at the last minute? Surely that earns a gold star instead of a grade!28. What do schools usually do at the end of the school year?A. Evaluating kids performances. B. Making Christmas cards.C. Dividing candies. D. Grading parents.29. What does

25、 the schools principal Chambers say about the scheme?A. It uses criteria to assess kids.B. It has gained much acceptance.C. It gives parents further education.D. It improves kids motivation for learning.30. What does the underlined part “pay dividends”（Para. 5) probably mean?A. Hold shares. B. Earn

26、profits.C. Sacrifice health. D. Produce advantages.31. What does the author think of parents being involved in kids education?A. It adds to parents burden. B. It brings shame to parents.C. It means far more than being graded. D. It increases parents commitment to education.DIn Switzerland, the land

27、of watches, trains really do run like clockwork. “ If I m 30 seconds late，the train is gone， ” said Michelle Kranz，who commutes (通勤)daily into Lucerne, where she works for the tourist board.Step across the border, and you re in a different universe. Italy has two rail schedules： the one printed in t

28、he brochure and another, flashing updates, on a board in the station. The first may be a fantasy； the second, reality. Next to posted departures, “Invariably you see the word ritardato ( delayed)， ” said Rick Steves，who writes guidebooks and runs a tour company called Europe Through the Back Door in

29、 Edmonds, Wash.Your time or my time? When traveling, you re in their time. And that can affect almost everything： catching trains and buses, shopping, getting a meal and making appointments.Knowing a little about the culture can prevent much of the frustration. “ It s important to go with the flow，

30、” Steves said. “If you go to a restaurant in Spain at 7 p. m.，thats bad news. The staff is eating then. ” Try going after 9 p.m.，as the Spaniards do. For the Swiss， the earlier the better, say 6 p. m. ； after 10，a tourist hoping for a hot meal in Switzerland just might go hungry.However, in some Lat

31、in American nations, hours and minutes seem hardly to matter. In Mexico，guests invited to a 6 p. m. social dinner think nothing of showing up two or three hours later, said Terri Morrison, who is updating a 1995 guide she co wrote called， “ Kiss， Bow or Shake Hands ： How to Do Business in More Than

32、Sixty Countries， ” for release next year. In fact，it s wise to arrive at least an hour late for dinner in Mexico City，Morrison said，to avoid embarrassing an unprepared host. There are many theories as to why time doesnt t fly at the same speed around the globe. Climate, economics and culture may pla

33、y a role.32. Which country does best in punctuality? A. Switzerland. B. Italy. C. Spain. D. Mexico.33. What can be learned about Italian train services?A. They change schedules twice a day.B. They have no fixed schedules.C. They usually arrive on time.D. They often delay.34. What do the Mexican thin

34、k of time?A. It means money.B. It is not important at all.C. It is embarrassing to be late.D. It is not enough for writers.35. What does the text mainly talk about?A. Punctuality is a special virtue.B. The Swiss appreciate tight schedule.C. Some cultures are more punctual than others.D. A small amou

35、nt of lateness is acceptable.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。选项中有两项为 多余选项。The Final Way to Get Cheap Hotel RoomsDoes it seem like hotel costs just go up and up? It s true that they rise each year, sometimes significantly. When determining which hotel has the best deal，you don

36、 t just want to look at the nightly rate anymore. 36 Here are some tips to help you make the best decision.Look for extras.Common extras that can save you lots are free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and kids eat free. All those bowls of fruit and free coffee and tea in reception are also included in your ro

37、om rate，so take advantage of them during your stay._37_Not only can you get points for each stay that you can then use on free nights in the future， but rewards members also get informed of exclusive (独享的）deals that can save you a ton. Stay in hotels right outside the city center.If the costs for tr

38、ansportation won t make up the difference，you d be paying on a closer location. _38_Ask for a corner room.Though this won t technically save you any money, comer rooms are usually a bit larger than regular rooms, which give you a better deal for your money. _39_ Avoid the weekend._40_ In some cases，

39、it can be as much as three times more than Sunday through Thursday nights.A. Be a rewards member.B. Collect as many points as you can.C. You can frequently get a fantastic deal this way.D. Surely you dont want to spend more than you need to.E. Once you check in, ask if one of these rooms is availabl

40、e.F. There are so many other factors to consider to help you save money.G. Hotels in popular destinations regularly raise their rates on Fridays and Saturdays.第三部分英语知识运用（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。In 1994 I was in the mi

41、dst of a depression (抑郁症）. When I was depressed, I _41_. One day I was clearing up the rooms and found a CD covered with _42_. I wiped it off, put it in the _43_and started washing dishes. A mans voice, reading poetry，_44_ my house. The sound of the speakers voice and the words of the poems reached

42、something deep inside me. I stopped and _45_.I began to take poems into my _46_，not simply reading them, but developing rich relationships with the _47_. I learned many by heart. They became my therapy (治疗）and _48_ .Those poems made me wiser and healthier._49_，in the fall of 2008，poetry_50_ me in a

43、way I had never expected. I had put all my_51_ in a small，local fund (基金).Two months later，the leader of the fund left me a message： “The financial crisis_52_ our fund particularly hard. Weve lost everything. ”I stood there, _53_.Suddenly I heard a poem，_54_ ，called Kindness in my mind. It felt like

44、 the poem had been written for me _55_，for this exact moment，like the perfect helper _56_ on the scene at the instant of an accident. Kindness became my _57_ I read it before going to bed，and at breakfast every morning. It reminded me that this was not a _58_，but a path to sympathy, and I was not wa

45、lking alone. Even now, I _59_ Kindness several times a week to carry me _60_ the heart of what really matters to me.41. A. ran B. slept C. cleaned D. sang42. A. dust B. paper C. clothes D. bedding43. A. drawer B. player C. washer D. fridge44. A. swept B. occupied C. decorated D. filled45. A. wept B.

46、 left C. laughed D. listened46. A. home B. life C. class D. mind47. A. tunes B. rhymes C. words D. CDs48. A. medicine B. food C. assistance D. attention49. A. Still B. Yet C. Then D. Soon50. A. surprised B. impressed C. warned D. rescued51. A. faith B. savings C. hope D. expenses52. A. hit B. blew C

47、. pushed D. pressed53. A. fearless B. thankless C. breathless D. defenseless54. A. by coincidence B. out of nowhere C. in the distance D. by accident55. A. immediately B. sincerely C. casually D. personally56. A. reading B. arriving C. walking D. escaping57. A. homework B. religion C. prayer D. memory58. A. mistake B. lesson C. comfort D. tragedy59. A. reach for B. dream of C. refer to D. meet with60. A. for B. with C. off D. into第三部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分 45 分）第二节（共 10 小题;每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填写 1 个适当的单词