江苏省如皋中学2024-2025学年高三上学期综合练习（四）英语试题

江苏省如皋中学2024-2025学年度第一学期综合练习(四) 高三英语 命题人: 第一部分 听力（共两节，满分30分） 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，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 does the man care most about the phone? A. Its price. B. Its function. C. Its model. 2. Who is the man looking for? A. The woman. B. Sandra Smith. C. John. 3. What day is it today? A. Monday. B. Wednesday. C. Saturday. 4. Where will the speakers go? A. Their office. B. A restaurant. C. The city park. 5. What are the speakers mainly talking about? A. A business trip. B. A report. C. An email. 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，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、7题。 6. Where does the conversation take place? A. At a school. B. At the airport. C. At a hospital. 7. What does the woman need to provide? A. Her proof of identity. B. Her nationality. C. Her address. 听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。 8. Why does the man talk to the woman? A. To get back his document. B. To hand in his document. C. To ask about his document. 9. When will the woman call the man back? A. This Tuesday. B. This Wednesday. C. Next Monday. 听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。 10. Who gave the necklace to the woman? A. Her father. B. Her mother. C. The man. 11. What did the woman find in her bag? A. A dictionary. B. A pair of earrings. C. A CD. 12. Where is the woman’s necklace? A. On the bookshelf. B. Under the bed. C. On the desk. 听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。 13. What does Bob invite Jane to do? A. Attend his graduation. B. Take a short trip. C. Go to his house. 14. What do we know about Alice? A. She knows Jane well. B. She is a photographer. C. She has much free time. 15. Which place does Jane plan to go to? A. Vancouver. B. Seattle. C. Houston. 16. When will Jane be back? A. On Friday. B. On Saturday. C. On Sunday. 听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。 17. How does the speaker find her grandmother? A. Energetic. B. Smart. C. Hardworking. 18. What is John good at? A. Singing. B. Dancing. C. Telling jokes. 19. What does Aunt Lisa do? A. She is a teacher. B. She is a doctor. C. She is a computer engineer. 20. Who is Laura? A. The speaker’s cousin. B. The speaker’s sister. C. The speaker’s aunt. 第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分） 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。 A Fundraising Volunteer for Sitatunga-Kitale Initiative Community Alliance for Change (CAC), a community-based organization in Kenya committed to promoting sustainable development, has recently launched the Sitatunga-Kitale Initiative to restore the woods across Kenya, which serve as critical habitats for endangered species. To promote this project, CAC is actively engaged in fundraising and needs volunteer fundraisers to assist. Job Responsibilities & Requirements Responsibilities include identifying potential funders, assisting in draft proposals and follow-up, and supporting project monitoring and evaluation. Volunteers aged 18 and above are invited to apply. Candidates should possess a minimum of one year of relevant experience and demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills. Duration & Work Schedule The total volunteer duration is flexible, with a preferred commitment between 3 and 6 months. Volunteers will work daily in two shifts: from 7:00 am to 11:00 am and from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Leisure time is provided between shifts. Adjustments to the schedule may be made seasonally. Meals & Accommodations Breakfast is available for $2 per day, during 7:00 am to 7:30 am. Lunch and dinner are served for $4 each meal after work. As for accommodations, volunteers can stay at the project site within the three options below. Accommodation Options Cost Sitatunga Camp Site $5 per day Hosted by Local Families About $10 per day Urban Guest Houses and Hotels $15 to $100 per day 21. What is the aim of the Sitatunga-Kitale Initiative? A. To identify endangered wildlife. B. To promote the CAC organization. C. To develop sustainable economics. D. To repair the local forest ecosystem. 22. What are volunteers expected to do? A. Track project progress. B. Evaluate possible sponsors. C. Outline fundraising proposals. D. Back interpersonal communication. 23. What is the minimum daily cost of meals and accommodations for a volunteer? A. $10. B. $15. C. $16. D. $20. B Scott had just graduated when a job posted on a Harvard mailing list caught her eye: two students had an idea for a company offering on-demand household services. They needed a chief technical officer to design the website and app. Scott joined their company, offered novel ideas and helped it grow to the point where it runs in 28 major U.S. cities, plus more in Canada. “I wanted to make my own money,” Scott said. While still in high school, Scott co-founded a multifunctional network service platform. She sold it to a software company before her freshman year at Harvard. Scott was interested in entrepreneurship while still in high school. Her father, a businessman, sowed the seeds of entrepreneurship in her mind, while her elementary school teacher introduced her to coding. It wasn’t long before those enthusiasms joined each other. Always planning to study computer science, Scott chose the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Attending Harvard realized a dream she and her father had shared. Even as she was studying computer science, she was gaining other skills that would pay off in her career as an entrepreneur. “Harvard encourages a multidisciplinary approach to education and comprehensive abilities, which can be beneficial and necessary for entrepreneurs who often need to deal with various aspects of business,” she said. By day, she does coding at a big company. She’s also become an investor in other small businesses. “When I invest in a startup, I’m looking for a passionate team with an innovative idea that addresses a clear market need,” she said. It’s been a while since Scott co-founded a company of her own, but that doesn’t mean she’s done with that part of her life. She makes the most of every business experience to acquire new skills. For her, each experience is an opportunity to study. When the next company opportunity presents itself, she’ll just be that much more ready with what she’s gained and gain new insights from it. 24. Which of the following can best describe Scott according to paragraph 1? A. Strong-willed and outgoing. B. Creative and ambitious. C. Cooperative and generous. D. Hard-working and independent. 25. What is the function of paragraph 2? A. To demonstrate Scott’s talents. B. To describe Scott’s background. C. To show the sources of Scott’s interests. D. To reveal the reason for Scott’s success. 26. How does Harvard’s education influence Scott? A. It inspires her to be an investor. B. It fires her passion for computers. C. It equips her with many business skills. D. It offers her an entrepreneurial platform. 27. What message is conveyed in the last paragraph? A. There is no end to learning. B. Interest is the best teacher. C. Good things come to those who wait. D. To be prepared is half the victory. C Grass-powered gas is set to heat thousands of homes for the first time in the coming weeks. Energy firm Ecotricity is expected to begin supplying gas to 5,300 homes from its plant near Reading through the distribution company Southern Gas Networks in April. Research has estimated that the gas can reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) release by nearly 90 percent. It is hoped that the plan can be expanded to supply fuel to more homes around the country. The £11 million plant uses bacteria to break down grasses and herbs, which absorb CO2 while growing, in certain containers. This produces biogas which is then upgraded to biomethane (生物甲烷) for use in the gas network. An organic fertiliser, which is intended to help grow more grass, is also produced. Ecotricity owner Dale Vince hopes to expand across the country, building plants which reduce the use of conventional fuels while avoiding damage to the environment, and boost energy security. Green gas has previously been made from food waste or “high-energy” crops such as corn, but both face sustainability issues and problems with a lack of size. “Our mix of grass and herbs makes carbon neutral gas, pulling carbon out of the atmosphere,” said Mr. Vince. “It’s a cycle of carbon rather than net zero release.” Asked about Ecotricity’s biomethane project, a Department for Energy Security and Net Zero spokesman said: “Initiatives like this show how the UK is leading in the development of innovations in green technologies that can help increase our energy security, tackle climate change and bring down people’s bills.” A spokesman for Southern Gas Networks said: “We’ve partnered with Ecotricity to deliver the biomethane to a project at a site in Farley Hill near Reading. The project will supply 5,300 nearby properties with renewable green gas for heat and power, helping to reduce each household’s annual carbon release by about 2.2 tonnes.” 28. What is the feature of the gas from Ecotricity’s plant? A. It is cost-effective. B. It is eco-friendly. C. It is free of carbon. D. It is easy to produce. 29. Which aspect of the plant is mainly talked about in paragraph 2? A. Its financial state. B. Its expected outcome. C. Its technical process. D. Its breakdown system. 30. What is the disadvantage of previous green gas? A. Insufficient security. B. Dependence on old fuels. C. Contribution to food waste. D. Unsustainable development. 31. Why are the spokesmen’s words cited in the last two paragraphs? A. To prove the project’s success. B. To emphasize the broad support. C. To explain the project’s potential. D. To discuss environmental benefits. D Are you a logical thinker, or would you say that you’re more free-spirited and artistic? If you’re the former, somebody’s probably told you at some point that you’re a left-brained person, and if you’re the latter, right-brained. The idea that the right half of the brain is the creative half and the left half is the analytical half and that our individual characteristics are determined by which half is dominant is widespread in popular psychology. However, this idea is a fiction. Although we all obviously have different personalities and talents, there’s no reason to believe these differences can be explained by the dominance of one half of the brain over the other half. Recent research using brain imaging technology hasn’t found any evidence of hemispheric (脑半球的) dominance. Math, for example, requires logical thought and, thus, is generally said to be connected with the left brain. But mathematics involves a highly creative effort in addition to being a logical one. So would a gifted mathematician be a right-brained or a left-brained person? If there’s no evidence for the fiction of right-brained and left-brained people, why do so many people accept it? Perhaps it just makes intuitive (直觉的) sense that people’s brains would be dominant on one side or the other just as their hands, feet, or eyes are. It may also have something to do with our seemingly unlimited appetite that allows us to sort ourselves (and our friends) into “types” based on our emotional and intellectual characteristics. When people are offered general descriptive statements that are presented as individualized descriptions of their own personalities, they tend to accept them as meaningful and true, especially if the statements are positive. The “insights” they generate are both universal and congenial. After all, who would reject a description of themselves as “artistic and creative” or “reasonable and analytical”? The fiction is popular, in the end, because it gives us a “scientific” way to talk about our favorite subject — ourselves. 32. What can we learn from the passage? A. A free-spirited artist is a right-handed person. B. The left half of the brain deals with analytical work. C. Different personalities are determined by the brain. D. The idea of which half of the brain is dominant is a fiction. 33. Which is a possible reason for people believing left-brained or right-brained dominance? A. The tendency to classify people. B. Distinctions between different people. C. Roles of different brain regions. D. The conclusion from daily phenomena. 34. What does the underlined word “congenial” mean in the last paragraph? A. Reasonable. B. Accurate. C. Random. D. Pleasing. 35. What is the best title for the text? A. The Science of Different Personalities B. The Truth Behind Hemispheric Dominance C. Links Between the Brain and Characters D. Ways to Tell Right-brained and Left-brained People 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。 Modern art is often seen as difficult to understand. Its abstract forms and unconventional techniques can confuse many people about how to approach it. However, anyone can learn to appreciate modern art with the right knowledge and approach. To appreciate modern art, you must first learn to observe it closely and understand the artist’s intentions. Modern art often contains hidden meanings and symbols that can only be discovered closely. Pay attention to the colors, shapes, and textures (神韵) used in the artwork. 36 Another way is to learn more about artists who created the artwork. 37 This will give you a deeper understanding of their work and the context in which it was created, helping you connect with the artwork personally. Interpreting modern art is a highly subjective process. Many personal and cultural factors can influence how you perceive and understand it. 38 For example, we all know understanding the context of the artwork, including the social, political, and cultural influences of its time, can provide important clues to its meaning. 39 You need to find meaning and significance in the artwork that resonates with (引起共鸣) you. This connection is subjective and personal, and it’s what makes art so powerful. Identify what emotions, memories, or experiences the artwork brings to you. But what if you’re struggling to appreciate modern art on your own? 40 These professionals can guide you through looking at art, interpreting its meaning, and connecting with it personally. They can also help you build a collection of art that speaks to you and fits your style. A. They all play a role in the artist’s message. B. Seek the help of an art advisor or consultant. C. Modern art can be seen in many different ways. D. Read about their background, influence, and creative process. E. Keep an open mind and interact with it in an accessible setting. F. Besides, it’s important to feel a personal connection to the artwork. G. However, some universal principles help guide your interpretation. 第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分） 第一节 （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四个选项中选出最佳选项。 When I first started my detox (脱瘾) vacation, I was worried I’d made a big mistake. The sudden 41 from the digital world increased my anxiety. I couldn’t help 42 who might be messaging me and what important 43 I could be missing. I wasn’t sure if I would gain anything from this experience. 44 , it ended up being a very positive experience. The most rewarding aspect of the detox was the chance to 45 my favorite hobbies. In the time I would previously spend on social media, I 46 reading and knitting (编织). I was excited to get through more of my dusty books and to make some good 47 on my knitting project! There was significant skill enhancement. I was also surprised to find improved 48 with those around me. I noticed I could focus better on the present moment and felt more motivated to 49 in the conversations around me. I became 50 that although social media might 51 distances, it falls short of promoting interactions that truly matter. Despite my initial 52 I really enjoyed the detox experience. I noticed a number of positive aspects that I continued into my daily life after returning from vacation. I’ve decided to 53 an occasion to do social media detox every week. This will 54 me constantly of the benefits I secured from my detox. I’m 55 to see how it will go! 41. A. release B. benefit C. response D. departure 42. A. explaining B. identifying C. wondering D. analyzing 43. A. updates B. concepts C. conferences D. gatherings 44. A. Naturally B. Thankfully C. Apparently D. Entirely 45. A. enrich B. rediscover C. expand D. recall 46. A. put up B. turned on C. took up D. carried on 47. A. decisions B. progress C. profit D. comments 48. A. connection B. cooperation C. sympathy D. patience 49. A. check B. specialize C. engage D. believe 50. A. astonished B. concerned C. hopeful D. aware 51. A. cover B. handle C. bridge D. maintain 52. A. hesitation B. rejection C. failure D. pressure 53. A. record B. schedule C. enter D. complete 54. A. convince B. inform C. assure D. remind 55. A. curious B. fortunate C. bound D. proud 第二节 （共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 China is the earliest country in the world to find the practicability of bamboo. The art of Chinese bamboo weaving, 56 (list) as a national intangible cultural heritage of great significance in cultural development and economic construction, 57 (reflect) the Chinese nation’s constant pursuit and creation of beauty and the high wisdom of the Chinese nation in the 58 (use) of bamboo. With the development of social civilization, the art of bamboo weaving has also been continuously innovated, from the production of daily 59 (necessity) such as bamboo baskets and furniture to the development of painting and calligraphy. Bamboo products made 60 hand are ancient Chinese household items and have become 61 must-have for modern homes due to their sense of history and environmental protection. Their shape is very 62 (change) and the decorative features are full of form and art, 63 gives people a unique aesthetic (美学的) experience and makes them popular in overseas markets. Apart from developing its own advantages in the bamboo industry, China also gives other countries with rich bamboo resources assistance. In Africa, China, by offering 64 (train) courses, is sharing its experience in the protection, planting, cutting and management of bamboos. It’s reported that a China-Africa bamboo center is expected 65 (build) in Ethiopia to help Africa better develop its bamboo industry. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节 （满分15分） 上周，你班开展了以“体验农耕文化，培养劳动精神”（Experience Farming Culture, Cultivate Labor Spirit）为主题的劳动教育实践活动。请为班级英语园地写一篇报道，内容包括：（1）活动内容；（2）你的感想。 注意： （1）写作词数应为80个左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 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。 I clicked the blue link: Sign up here. This would be my first half-marathon. As demanding as running 13.1 miles seemed, I was going to do it. I signed up for a training group online, a group of strangers with whom I would spend a few months virtually preparing for the race, and then I was directed to sign up for the actual race. I imagined a course somewhere in sunny Florida or California. My jaw dropped when the race website opened, and I was greeted with the words “Zion at night, half-marathon in the darkness.” In mountainous Zion in the dark? No. Was it too late to quit? But I’d signed up for a coaching group that was meant to “motivate me through running”. I looked through photos of the race. My heart sank. Runners kitted out with headlamps and rocks on trails filled the computer screen. I cannot do this, I thought. I don’t run on trails or up hills; I’m also afraid of darkness and heights. A text came through. It was Nicole, our training group’s fearless leader, who has run hundred-mile marathons. “Sign up for the 4 am start time,” she wrote. As I filled in my name and address, I tried to figure out how likely I was to get injured during training. Realistically, that was my best way to get out of this race. I filled out the form and started worrying. At our first online meeting, four other teammates turned up. Nicole told us how beautiful the course was and discussed running toward the cliffs (悬崖) as the sun rose. And I nodded along, smiling, wondering how I could possibly overcome my fear of flying to get to another state to join the marathon and of trails, animals and the dark to run this race. Anyhow, I made a training plan for my run with Nicole’s help and encouragement. 注意：（1）续写词数应为150个左右； （2）请按如下格式在答题纸的相应位置作答。 Para1. The week before the race, I was more anxious. Para2. I walked to the start line with my teammates on the morning of the race. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$ 高三英语 参考答案 听力 1 ABCBB 6 CACCA 11 BACBB 16 CACAB 阅读理解 21 DAB 24 BCCA 28 BCDC 32 DADB 36 ADGFB 完型填空 41 DCABB 46 CBACD 51 CABDA 语法填空 56 listed 57 reflects 58 usage 59 necessities 60 by 61 a 62 changeable 63 which 64 training 65 to be built 应用文 Last Saturday, our class organized an uplifting practical activity in labor education on a local farm, whose theme was “Experience Farming Culture, Cultivate Labor Spirit”. During the activity, we experienced traditional farming culture firsthand. We engaged in various activities such as planting crops, harvesting vegetables and feeding farm animals. Under the guidance of the farmers and teachers, we learned about agricultural processes and the tremendous hard work that goes into farming. This hands-on experience was incredibly rewarding. It deepened not only my respect for agricultural work but my understanding of the value of labor. Moreover, it taught me practical skills and the importance of teamwork. 续写 Paragraph 1: The week before the race, I was more anxious. I found myself wishing I would catch a cold to keep me from the run. But the week came and went. The run just two days away, I received Nicole’s text which read “It’s okay. Maybe you’ll be surprised.” Finally, I found the courage to set out. When I landed and met my teammates, I felt some easy. Nicole’s encouragement to us was contagious. After a long chat and dinner, Nicole directed us to the hotel to get a good night’s rest. Paragraph 2: I walked to the start line with my teammates on the morning of the race. We started together, but I fell behind quickly. I couldn’t see clearly. In company with Nicole, I ran along the stretch to the mountain trail. My nerves were calmed by the silence and dark. As I neared the end of the stretch, the sun began to rise. I looked from afar, balancing my fear of heights and my desire to see. As I traversed the first of many of these rocks, I was overcome by an emotion: joy. 听力材料 Text 1 M: Could you tell me how much the phone costs? W: Around $800. This is the latest model, and it’s very popular with white collars. M: Do you offer any discount? If not, could you introduce me something cheaper? Text 2 M: Hello, my name is Henry Han from City Times. I’d like to talk to your sales manager, Sandra Smith. W: I’m afraid she is no longer in our sales department. The new sales manager is John. Text 3 W: Hi, I’m looking for a sweater for my son’s birthday next Wednesday. Are there any blue ones available? M: Unfortunately, we don’t have any blue sweaters in stock, but we can order some from our warehouse. I’m sure they will be here the day after tomorrow, that is, next Monday. Text 4 W: Let’s go to Figo’s. It’s good to have a rest after a day’s hard work in the office. M: Figo’s? What is it? W: It’s famous for its sandwiches. They’re the best in the town. The one across the city park, do you know? M: Great. I’m starving. Text 5 W: I’ll be out of town on business this week. Why don’t I email you the report first? You can take a look at it before I come back. M: I’ll read it this week. Then we can make another time to talk about it. Text 6 W: Hello, I’d like to register as a patient, please. I’m a student from Germany. M: Well, first you need to fill in this registration form. Do you live locally? W: Yes, just around the corner. M: That’s all right, then. As you’re not a British citizen, we need to see your passport, and the proof you are working or studying here, so a letter from your school. W: OK. Here you are. Text 7 W: Good morning, sir. How can I help you? M: Good morning. I’m Jack Brown. I want to ask about the document I handed in last Tuesday. W: Just a moment. Let me look it up first. Well, according to the latest record, your document is being checked by the director on Wednesday. So we’ll tell you the result next Monday. M: Should I come here again next week? W: You don’t have to. We will inform you by phone as soon as we have the result. M: Do you have my phone number? W: Yes, we have it here. M: Thank you. Text 8 W: Dan, do you know where my necklace is? I can’t find it anywhere! M: The necklace Dad gave you? W: Yes. I wore it to the mall with Mom yesterday. Now I can’t find it. M: Sorry, I haven’t seen it. Did you look on your desk? W: Yes, I did. It’s not on my desk. There is only my dictionary and my pencil case on my desk. M: Did you look inside your bag? And under your bed? W: Yes, I already did. I found a pair of earrings in my bag. And there was a CD and a pair of socks under my bed. But no necklace! M: Hmm. What about the bookshelf next to your desk? Did you look there, Jessica? W: Not yet. I’ll go look now. M: What’s that between your textbooks? W: Let me check. That’s it! I found it! Text 9 M: Jane! Fancy meeting you here. W: Bob! Glad to see you, too. I’m just picking up some soap. M: I’ve been hoping to get hold of you. Would you be able to come over this Friday? My sister Alice has just returned from a trip to Canada. She’ll be staying with us for a few days. I thought you two might like to get to know each other since you are both photographers. W: Oh, I’d love to, but I have to go to my younger brother’s graduation on Friday right after work. It takes about four hours to get to Seattle, you know. M: Well, it’s really too bad that you can’t make it. When my sister was in Canada, she spent the whole time taking pictures. I can’t believe how good some of them are. W: Is there any chance that you could ask her to stay around for a little bit longer? I’ll be getting back early Sunday. M: I doubt if we can get her to stay much longer. She is busy. W: Well, if I can’t get hold of her this time, maybe I will have to wait till the next time she comes around. I’ve got to run. Give me a call on Saturday night. M: OK. See you. Text 10 W: Today is a special day. It’s my grandmother’s birthday! We are having a big family party. I have a big family, so we have a lot of visitors. Right now, my grandmother is dancing with my mom. She is 70 years old today but still really active. My grandfather is three years older than my grandmother. My brother is standing near our grandfather. My grandfather is laughing because my brother John is telling him jokes and he is good at doing that. Some of my aunts and uncles are dancing and singing. Aunt Lisa teaches math in a school and she is hardworking. Aunt Elizabeth is playing with my cousin Suzy and Suzy likes her. Aunt Elizabeth is smart. She’s a doctor. Uncle Mike is a computer engineer who works in a big computer company. Uncle Tom is a bus driver and he likes his job very much, but sometimes he feels tired after work. I also have a sister named Laura. She is two years older than me. And now we go to the same school. But she will go to university next year. 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $$null