上海市七宝中学2024-2025学年高三上学期期中考试英语试卷

七宝中学2024学年第一学期 期中考试 高三英语卷 I. Grammar and Vocabulary Section A Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank. Smaller, cooler stars hold bigger hopes for finding life Small, orange stars known as K-type stars might be the best places to search for alien (外星的) life, according to research by Dr. Giada Arney. These stars are smaller and cooler than our Sun but offer the right conditions for life on planets ____1____ (orbit) them. Unlike our Sun, which ____2____ (expect) to burn for about 10 billion years, K-type stars can last from 15 to 70 billion years. This long life gives more time for life to develop on planets around them. K-type stars also stay stable for much of their lives, ____3____ means fewer disturbances that could harm any evolving life. In contrast, red dwarf stars, also ____4____ (know) as M-type stars, have been popular in the search for habitable planets, but they go through a chaotic phase when they are young. During this time, they give off powerful stellar flares (恒星耀斑) that can boil away water and make planets too harsh for life ____5____ (survive). K-type stars, however, ____6____ (produce) far fewer flares, keeping the environment around them calmer and more suitable for life. Planets around K-type stars might also show signs of life through ____7____ scientists call biosignatures, like methane (甲烷) and oxygen in their atmospheres. These gases react with each other and would disappear ____8____ something, like living organisms, keeps producing them. However, since these planets are so far away, it’s hard to detect these biosignatures from Earth. ____9____ this challenge, Arney and her team believe that K-type stars are excellent targets for future missions aimed at discovering life on other planets. Their stability and long lifetimes make ____10____ one of the most promising places to search for life beyond our solar system. Section B Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need. Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need. A. angered B. collection C. connection D. demanding E. dismissal F. lasting G. pessimism H. reputation I. unconventional J. underachieving K. united Stepney Words Chris Searle’s journey as a teacher at Sir John Cass Secondary School in Stepney, East London, began in 1970. He was driven by a strong ___11___ to the area and a progressive vision for education. Having completed a postgraduate thesis (论文) on Isaac Rosenberg, a poet from the East End, Searle saw Stepney as a place filled with potential, in spite of its ___12___ as a hopeless community. He believed that education, particularly through poetry, could transform the lives of his students, many of whom came from low-income, high-risk backgrounds. Searle’s ___13___ approach conflicted with the traditional views of the school’s governors and teachers. At a time when discipline was harsh and students were often regarded as troublemakers, Searle viewed these ___14___ teenagers as individuals with untapped potential. He believed that poetry could unlock their creativity and help them express their experiences, offering them a sense of hope and purpose. His belief in poetry’s power materialized in the creation of Stepney Words, a collection of his students’ poems. Despite the ___15___ from some staff who thought his methods too liberal, the poems gained attention, and some of them were even published in The Sun newspaper by March 1971. The ___16___ gave the students a voice, but it also drew criticism from school officials who thought the poems were “too gloomy.” Searle’s progressive ideals led to his ___17___ from the school. However, his students, ___18___ by the decision, organized a protest led by 16-year-old Zenaida de la Cruz. The entire school quickly ___19___, standing together with Searle. On his return to the school, he found 800 students standing outside the gates in the rain, showing their support. Though the government eventually allowed him to return, he decided to leave the school in 1974. His commitment to education did not end there — he continued to teach around the world and published his own poetry, leaving behind a(n) ___20___ impact of optimism, innovation, and faith in the power of education to bring about change. Ⅲ. Reading Comprehension Section A Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. The guitar, which is now often associated with loud performances, faced significant challenges with sound projection in its early years. Before the 1920s, guitars ____21____ producing enough volume to compete with other instruments. This limited their use mainly to ____22____ performances or small gatherings. The instrument’s portability and adaptability kept it popular, but guitar makers needed to experiment with new designs to ____23____ its volume. To understand the ____24____, it helps to know how a guitar makes sound. A guitar produces sound when its tightly stretched strings vibrate (振动), moving the air to create sound waves. Shorter, tighter strings make higher pitches, while longer, ____25____ strings make lower tones. ____26____, the sound from the strings alone is weak and needs to be made louder to be heard by an audience. Early solutions involved trying different strings and adjusting their thickness, tension, and length to create different notes. Since vibrating strings alone don’t produce much sound, guitar makers looked for ways to make the sound ____27____. They discovered that using a hollow (中空的) body, or sound box, helped. The vibrations from the strings would travel into the guitar’s body, which vibrated the air inside and increased the volume. The bridge and saddle (琴鞍) of the guitar helped transfer these vibrations, and the figure-eight shape of the guitar became ____28____ for enhancing and balancing sound across different notes. Even with these ____29____, a guitar made of wood could only produce limited volume. Using heavier, thicker strings made the sound louder, but it put too much strain on the guitar, needing stronger, thicker wood. This led to a problem: while the guitar became louder, it also became heavier and less ____30____ to use. In the early 20th century, guitar makers started ____31____ these problems by adding metal bars to strengthen the neck and using steel strings that could handle more tension without damaging the guitar. These changes made the guitar louder, but it still wasn’t loud enough for large concerts or orchestras. The big ____32____ happened with the use of electronics. By adding pickups to the guitar, designers could change the string vibrations into an electrical signal, which could be made louder with an amplifier. This was the start of the electric guitar. Now, ____33____ depending on the guitar’s body to make sound, the vibrations could be enhanced electronically, making performances much louder. Over time, musicians began to experiment with various effects, using the electric signal to create different sounds. Techniques like distortion, delay, and reverb allowed guitarists to ____34____ new tonal possibilities. Today, guitar technology continues to evolve, making the once- ____35____ instrument a dominant force in modern music. 21. A. succeeded in B. stuck to C. struggled with D. depended on 22. A. effective B. comic C. orchestral D. individual 23 A. vary B. control C. boost D. measure 24. A. challenge B. concept C. significance D. development 25. A. heavier B. looser C. thicker D. darker 26. A. Therefore B. Initially C. Otherwise D. However 27. A. louder B. clearer C. warmer D. lower 28. A. difficult B. ideal C. available D. costly 29. A. improvements B. vibrations C. weaknesses D. transferences 30. A. difficult B. practical C. secure D. economical 31. A. creating B. understanding C. fixing D. discussing 32. A. breakthrough B. coincidence C. failure D. business 33. A. due to B. in terms of C. along with D. instead of 34. A. limit B. exclude C. describe D. explore 35. A. unknown B. small C. quiet D. unattractive Section B Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. (A) Ray Harryhausen was a pioneering figure in special effects, known for his incredible mastery of stop-motion animation. His influence began when he was attracted by the 1933 film King Kong. The film’s innovative use of stop-motion to bring the giant creature to life left a lasting impression on the young Harryhausen, which fueled his desire to pursue a career in special effects. Harryhausen’s work was groundbreaking. He animated small-scale models by photographing them one frame at a time, making slight adjustments to their positions between each shot to give the impression of movement. This process required patience and precision. One of his most famous scenes is in the 1963 film Jason and the Argonauts. The heroes fight an army of skeletons. This scene took several months to make, but it is one of the most remarkable achievements in film history. Throughout his career, Harryhausen worked on various films, many of which feature fantastical creatures and exciting action scenes. Films like The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (1953), It Came from Beneath the Sea (1955), and The Seventh Voyage of Sinbad (1958) showcased his ability to create lifelike and dynamic creatures in ways that hadn’t been seen before. His monsters seemed to have a life of their own, interacting smoothly with live actors. Despite his significant contributions, Harryhausen never won an Academy Award for his special effects, though his work was beloved by audiences and continues to influence modern filmmakers. He created a unique style of animation that combined imagination and technical skill, inspiring directors like Peter Jackson and George Lucas. Harryhausen’s stop-motion techniques, while less used today due to the rise of computer-generated imagery, remain a landmark of innovative filmmaking. In 1992, Harryhausen was finally awarded a lifetime achievement Oscar, recognizing his mark on the film industry. His work continues to inspire, and although modern technology has evolved, the sense of wonder and creativity he brought to his films endures. 36. Ray Harryhausen’s method can be described as _____. A. filming live-action actors together with a monster-like figure B. displaying models from various angles to show a whole image C. drawing animated characters by hand to reveal their uniqueness D. photographing models frame by frame to make them appear to move 37. Which of the following is a feature of the monsters created by Ray Harryhausen? A. They looked kind and friendly. B. They showed the power of technology. C. They engaged naturally with real actors. D. They were unusual in appearance. 38. The last two paragraphs talk mainly about _____. A. the change in the film industry B. Ray Harryhausen’s career struggles C. the decline of stop-motion animation D. the impact of Ray Harryhausen’s work 39. What is the main idea of the passage? A. Filmmakers no longer use Ray Harryhausen’s techniques. B. Ray Harryhausen won awards for his groundbreaking work. C. Ray Harryhausen’s work revolutionized special effects in filmmaking. D. Stop-motion animation is one of the oldest techniques in filmmaking history. (B) From our readers When my husband was hopitalized for almost a year, my house was left to fend for itself. One day, I came home from another long day by my husband’s bedside to discover our flower boxes filled with beautiful flowers. A neighbor did this for me. She wanted me to have something nice to look at when I came home. Ruih Bilotta Churchville, Pennsylvania I suffer from mobility problems, and I don’t have the luxury of having family nearby. Thankfully, I have a kind teenager to do my yard work. One evening, I asked if he’d mind doing some extra work around the house. When I tried to tip him aflerward, he refused. “You’re going to spoil me,” I said. Kyle answered, “Somebody needs to.” Marjorie Ann Smith, Westfield, Indiana I used to work as a nurse’s aide in a hospital, where I befriended an elderly patient. We shared stories and jokes — I even revealed to her my lifelong dream of being an illustrator. Once, after I told her about my sorrowfully tiny apartment and cheap furniture, she said, “Maybe one day someone will come and help you.” Soon after, she passed away. A few days later, there was a knock on my door. It was her son with a truckload of furniture for me. It had belonged to his mother, and she wanted me to have it. And then he handed me this note: “Betty, I promise to put in a good word for you in Heaven so you can get the job you’ve always wanted.” Three months later, I got an illustraing job. My friend had kept her promise. Betty Tenney, Sterling Heights, Michigan I was running through the streets of New York, wet all over thanks to a sudden storm, when I heard a voice: “Do you need an umbrella?” It was a woman standing in the doorway of a hotel. She grabbed an umbrella and handed it to me, saying, “Now you have at least one more reason to believe there’s humanity in this world.” Continuing on my way, I was now not only protected by an umbrella but also by the kindness that shows up now and then in the world. Raimo Moysa, North Salem, New York 40. By “Somebody needs to”, Kyle meant that ________. A. Marjorie deserved the care B. someone else needed the tip C. his work wasn’t worth mentioning D. he didn’t want to spoil Marjorie 41. Which of the following statements is true according to the passage? A. Ruth Bilotta planted flowers in their flower boxes to cheer up her husband. B. Betty Tenney received furniture and a note from the son of one of her patients. C. Raimo Moysa gave a stranger an umbrella during a sudden storm in New York. D. Marjorie Ann Smith’s family helps her with her yard work since she has mobility issues. 42. What are the people in the passage all writing about? A. Difficult moments they once had. B. Acts of kindness they experienced. C. Personal achievements and successes. D. Challenges in their relationships with others. It is a common misconception that geology is “just” about rocks. True, geologists are trained to read what rocks tell us about Earth’s past, present and possible future structure and evolution. But, as I will explain as part of this year’s Royal Institution Christmas Lectures, geological processes and climate are closely linked. Numerous complex physical and chemical links and feedbacks exist between Earth’s surface and subsurface rocks, its atmosphere, oceans and ice caps and life in all these places. Volcanic eruptions bring carbon from deep within the planet to the surface and the air, enhancing the green-house effect. In contrast, weathering of exposed rocks at the surface and the action of shell-forming animals in the oceans remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, reducing global warming. The rocks and fossils (化石) in the geological record bear witness to these processes, showing us that Earth’s climate has changed continually since the planet formed around 4.6 million years ago. This same record also shows that atmospheric CO2 is at its highest level in at least the past 3 million years, and that the current pace of planetary warming is never before seen in Earth’s history. The geological record can also be used to assess the accuracy of complex numerical models used to predict future climate and its impact on Earth’s habitability. Geology has improved our understanding of global warming and hopefully will help us to reduce it. There is an irony to that, given geologists play a role in locating and exploiting climate-heating fossil fuels. Now, more than ever, our discipline needs to fully adopt the concept of “sustainable geoscience”. This isn’t a new idea and nor is it limited to climate change. The many and varied historical contributions of geology to tackling some of our greatest societal challenges can be seen by looking at the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. To name just a couple of examples, geologists study the origin, natural transportation and behaviour of pollutants like arsenic and lead, critical to the provision of safe and reliable water supplies, and they explore the origin of natural hazards such as landslides and earthquakes, and so help strengthen communities across the world. But geologists must redouble their engagement with other scientists and politicians to develop and ultimately help apply solutions to the many environmental and resource challenges we face. Students of geology should be made aware of the broader contributions their multidisciplinary skill set can make to global well-being, beyond just energy provision — although ensuring energy supply, we should not forget, underpins many of the Sustainable Development Goals. 43. The examples of volcanic eruptions and the weathering of rocks are intended to _____. A. demonstrate what geological activities geologists mainly study B. highlight the importance of studying volcanic activity in geology C. illustrate the enormous and destructive power of geological processes D. show the dynamic interactions between geological activities and climate 44. In the sentence “There is an irony to that”, the irony refers to _____. A. the profession’s role in both causing and solving global warming B. sustainable geoscience’s unexpected popularity across various fields C. the disagreement between geological records and current climate models D. geologists’ focus on energy provision which goes against their original goal 45. Which of the following can be inferred from the passage? A. Energy supply is in critical shortage. B. Geologists are able to work across various fields. C. Pollutants spread far and wide due to modern transportation. D. Fossil fuel exploitation does not contribute to climate change. 46. What is the main point the author is making in the passage? A. Geologists primarily study rocks to understand Earth’s climate. B. Climate models are often inaccurate without the geological record. C. Geology is crucial for addressing global challenges beyond the study of rocks. D. The field of geology focuses on exploiting fossil fuels and studying climate change. Section C Directions: Complete the following passage by using the sentences given below. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need. The Call of Alcohol People’s reactions to alcohol can vary widely—from those who enjoy it greatly to those who find it unappealing. The difference, as scientists are discovering, may not just be a matter of personal choice but also deeply rooted in genetics and physiological responses. A fascinating case is that of Lars Igum Rasmussen and his friends. ____47____ Researchers discovered that their levels of a hormone called FGF21, which typically helps regulate metabolism (新陈代谢), more than doubled. Interestingly, this hormone might also play a role in controlling alcohol intake. FGF21 is primarily produced in the liver (肝) but its effects extend to the brain, where it seems to play a role in regulating desires for alcohol and sugar. ____48____ This finding opens up new possibilities for developing treatments targeting FGF21 pathways to reduce heavy drinking. But why would a hormone that evolved to control metabolism also affect alcohol consumption? One theory suggests it might be tied to our evolutionary past. Early humans frequently consumed fermented (发酵的) foods and drinks, which could damage the liver if consumed too much. ____49____ In human studies, variations in the FGF21 gene have been linked to differences in alcohol consumption. Those with one variant are more likely to drink heavily, while others with a different variant are more likely to drink moderately or even drink nothing. These genetic insights are part of a broader effort to reveal the complex relationship between our biology and drinking behavior. ____50____ If FGF21 or similar pathways can be used for treatment purposes, it might become possible to help individuals struggling with alcohol dependence. This could also provide new avenues for understanding how our organs, like the liver, influence behaviors traditionally considered purely psychological. A. But whatever happens, we are still left with the discovery that our livers influence our behaviour in unexpected ways. B. But, so far, research had only shown that it just works for a short period of time. C. FGF21 could have evolved as a protective response to lessen this damage by reducing the desire to drink more. D. The implications of this research are significant. E. They took part in a three-day drinking marathon—not just for fun, but as part of a study on the effects of heavy drinking. F. When animals are genetically modified to produce higher levels of FGF21, they show a decreased preference for alcohol and sweetened food. II. Summary Writing 51. Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize in no more than 60 words the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage. Use your own words as far as possible. The wages of equality: A world of unfinished business Over the past several decades, women’s economic contributions have become vital to household management and consumer spending. However, despite their growing presence in the workforce, women often face challenges related to wage differences. One of the major reasons for this persistent wage gap is that, across various countries, discrimination in hiring and educational opportunities still plays a part, though it has become less common. In many regions, discrimination’s impact is declining, but it still contributes significantly to pay gaps. Efforts to close the gender wage gap are not merely about equality — they also have significant economic implications. Economists and labor experts argue that the wage gap acts as a drag on productivity. Countries that ignore this issue may struggle economically by not fully using the talents of educated women. Moreover, closing the wage gap has the potential to empower women economically and provide greater autonomy, leading to a host of social and policy changes. According to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), wage inequality is shaped by geography and national policies. For example, in the late 1990s, the wage gap was narrowest in Belgium, France, and Sweden but more pronounced in countries like Japan, Spain, and Italy. Further complicating matters is the influence of free-market forces on wage inequality. As economies have shifted away from heavy regulation the gap between high-and low-income workers has grown. Highly paid professionals have increasingly pulled ahead, while lower-paid workers struggle to keep pace, deepening the overall wage inequality across industries. Addressing these gaps is challenging. Policymakers need to make sure gender equality measures are not only implemented but also work well within the economy. This requires continuous monitoring and adjustments to ensure that policies effectively reduce gaps without creating unintended consequences. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ IV. Translation Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets. 52. 数字化工具在建筑行业的应用越来越广泛。（there be）(汉译英) ____________________________________________________________________________________ 53. 无论游玩还是学习，孩子和家长都能在这里各取所需。（whether）(汉译英) ____________________________________________________________________________________ 54. 来自全国各地的选手在空中放飞风筝，争相展示他们的风筝技艺和创新风格。(display) _________________________________________________ 55. 心怀对中国历史和哲学的崇敬之情，有朝一日去中国看看成为这位希腊作家的梦想。(dream of) (汉译英) __________________________________________________________________ V. Guided Writing 25 Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions giver, below in Chinese. 56. Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese. 假设你是明启中学高三学生李明，在学校英语报上读到一则主题为“新年计划”的征文启事（如下所示），你有意投稿，根据启事中的要求写一篇文章。 We Want to Hear About Your New Year’s Resolutions! Did you make a New Year’s Resolution? Sometimes we follow them, but sometimes we give up. Email us at nyr@233. com to tell us about what resolutions you’ve made for the New Year and why you kept it or gave it up! Your story might inspire someone else, so please share it with us. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 七宝中学2024学年第一学期 期中考试 高三英语卷 I. Grammar and Vocabulary Section A 【1~10题答案】 【答案】1. orbiting 2. is expected 3. which 4. known 5. to survive 6. produce 7. what 8. unless 9. Despite 10. them Section B Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need. 【11~20题答案】 【答案】11. C 12. H 13. I 14. J 15. G 16. B 17 E 18. A 19. K 20. F Ⅲ. Reading Comprehension Section A Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context. 【21~35题答案】 【答案】21. C 22. D 23. C 24. A 25. B 26. D 27. A 28. B 29. A 30. B 31. C 32. A 33. D 34. D 35. C Section B Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. (A) 【36~39题答案】 【答案】36. D 37. C 38. D 39. C (B) 【40~42题答案】 【答案】40. A 41. B 42. B 【43~46题答案】 【答案】43. D 44. A 45. B 46. C Section C Directions: Complete the following passage by using the sentences given below. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need. 【47~50题答案】 【答案】47. E 48. F 49. A 50. D II. Summary Writing 【51题答案】 【答案】 Over recent decades, women’s economic contributions to households and consumption have grown vital. However, they still face wage gaps due to lingering discrimination in hiring and education, plus influences of geography, national policies, and free-market forces. Closing these gaps matters for productivity, women’s empowerment, and social change, so policymakers must ensure effective, monitored equality measures to tackle gaps without side-effects. IV. Translation Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets. 【52题答案】 【答案】There is an increasingly wide application of digital tools in the construction industry 【53题答案】 【答案】Whether playing or studying, both children and parents can get what they want here. 【54题答案】 【答案】Participants from all over the country flew kites in the air, competing to display their kite-flying skills and innovative styles. 【55题答案】 【答案】Inspired by a deep admiration for Chinese history and philosophy, this Greek writer dreams of visiting China one day. V. Guided Writing 25 Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions giver, below in Chinese. 【56题答案】 【答案】 New Year’s Resolution People always make New Year’s resolutions as if they would accomplish them. But in most cases, most plans are forgotten after three days of effort. However, I made a plan last year to lose 20 pounds, which turned out to be a success. I’d like to share with you my experience. First, a plan should have realistic possibilities, such as losing 20 pounds instead of 40 pounds. Second, ever-lasting action is the key to successful planning. A plan without action means nothing. Stick to it for 21 days and make it a habit. Finally, give your resolution a strong sense of purpose. For example, the desire of looking better in a skirt or being healthier, will motivate you to lose weight actively. A New Year’s resolution is only the first step to success, and it takes persistence and love to make your dreams come true. 第1页/共1页 学科网（北京）股份有限公司 $