2020-2021学年重庆市巴蜀中学高三英语第二次联考试题及答案解析

第一部分 阅读（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A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项

A

In September, something terrible happened on the west coast ofTasmania,Australia. As many as 380 pilot whales became stranded(搁浅) in shallow water there and later died. This might have beenAustralia’s largest stranding event on record, the BBC reported.

But this large amount of whale stranding is not uncommon. For centuries, it has happened all over the world and has puzzled scientists. Scientists say the cause is often unknown. But they have offered many different explanations.

Some say the whales chase small fish for food and end up in shallow water because they are not paying attention to where they are going.

Others think the stranding has something to do with Earth’s geomagnetic field (地磁场). They say that a geomagnetic compass in whales’ brains controls their position. Unusual changes in Earth’s magnetic field can affect the whales’ compasses and send them in the wrong direction.

Another explanation suggests that stranding is caused by the close relationships that whales have. Pilot whales travel in large groups. One lead whale might mistakenly lead the whole group to shallow water. “And if one gets into trouble, the others will not leave,” said Sheryl Gibney, a leading biologist fromNew Zealand. “Some will come in and try to help, they get trapped on the beach, then more will come.”

The whales are trapped by mistake or out of sympathy(同情). Once they get stranded, they will likely die. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration of theUS, less than 10 percent of all stranded whales survive.

1. What do we know about the stranding inAustralia? A. It happened on theeast coast ofAustralia. B. It caused the death of over 300 pilot whales. C. It is commonly seen in September each year. D. It was the largest stranding event in the world.

2. According to Gibney, the pilot whales are the animals that________. A. are kind to each other

B. are easy to lose direction C. are too huge to float in the sea D.are silly to follow the leading whale 3. What is the story mainly about? A. How human activity has affected whales. B. What might cause whale strandings.

C. How whales find their direction while traveling. D. What scientists are doing to save stranded whales.

B

It was five years ago that something unforgettable happened. My wife and I celebrated our 40thwedding anniversary that year. It was a lovely event hosted by our sons for us. My wonderful friends from the past surprised us with gifts and congratulations. Our gift to each other was a driving trip out west. We drove fromOntariointoAlberta,

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toYellowstoneNational Park.

It was a cold spring day, and theBeartooth Highwayhad opened for the season just days before. Alongside the road, there was still a great amount of snow there. The scenery was so impressive that we made lots of stops to record memories with my camera. At the highest point of the highway, I stopped at a lookout to catch the amazing views, with my wife in the centre of my camera lens.

There were not many cars on the road. Sometimes, cars with energetic young tourists passed by. And then we heard a motorcycle in the distance. The driver of the motorcycle, who wore dirty clothes, parked behind our cars. As he approached us, his only words were, “Give me your camera and get over there with your wife.” I must admit I felt nervous that we might be robbed where we just created some beautiful memories. Surprisingly, he just took a picture of us, handed back my camera and rode off before we could express our gratitude. The photo he took is one of the most valuable and prized of our trip.

I learned my lesson somewhere I least expected it. We should never judge a man by his appearance. If the motorcycle driver reads this story and remembers the situation, we would like to say “Thank you” to him. 4. According to the passage, what do we know about the trip? A. It was taken by train to the west. B. It was a suggestion from their friends. C. It was in the late autumn five years ago.

D. It was a gift for their wedding anniversary.

5. Why was the author nervous when the motorcycle driver offered to take a picture? A. He could have lost the camera.

B. His wife might not be satisfied with the view there. C. The motorcycle driver would borrow the camera.

D. The motorcycle driver might not be good at the taking pictures. 6. Which of the following best describes the driver of the motorcycle? A. Kind and straightforward. B. Rich and generous. C. Creative and capable. D. Careful and admirable. 7. Which of the following can be concluded from the passage? A. No pains, no gains. B. Seeing is believing.

C. Don’t judge a book by its cover.

D. The longest journey begins with the first step.

C

Janet Fein, aged 84, received her bachelor's degree from the University last week, having waited a long time for her chance to reach that goal.

Growing up in the Bronx area ofNew York City, Fein worked at a dress manufacturer after graduating early at the age of 16. After getting married, she spent 18 years staying home with her children. She held several jobs through her life, including 20 years as a secretary at a hospital until her retirement at age 77.

Fein has had a full life. But even then, she was not ready to take it easy and rest during a well-earned retirement. She decided to major in sociology because she felt it was “substantial.”

Fein took part in a state program that lets people who are 65 and older take free classes at public universities in Texasand kept going to class even as her health conditions worsened. During her studies, it became necessary for her to use a walker to get around and she required oxygen. She also developed knee problems. So, Fein took online classes to finish the last part of her degree requirements.

Sheila Rollerson, Fein' scollege advisor, and Carol, the professor told the media that Fein never showed signs of giving up even with all of her difficulties. She would speak up a lot in class and it just made for a more interesting class.

Fein has also inspired Renee Brown, one of Fein's caregivers. At 53, Renee plans to begin nursing school to

further her career. “Renee, you can do it. If I can do it you can do it, and you will feel so good about it,” Brown remembers what Fein told her.

8. What is the second paragraph mainly about?

A. Janet Fein's growth B. Janet Fein's aim C. Janet Fein's job experiences D. Janet Fein's regrets

9. What does the underlined phrase “substantial” in paragraph 3 refer to? A. Interesting B. Valuable C. Easy D. Affordable

10. What can be learned about Fein according to the passage? A. Fein lived on little money after her retirement. B. Fein had a problem with her arms while at universities. C. The Internet played a role in Fein's university education. D. The good health helped Fein get her bachelor's degree. 11. What is Janet Fein like according to the passage?

A. Hardworking and humorous. B. Determined and generous. C. Positive and patient. D. Inspiring and perseverant.

D

Japan is known to have higher than average rates of stomach cancer. Recently, the town of Kaneyama in Yamagata Prefecture decided to get its 6, 000 residents (居民) tested.

However, the frozen urine samples (尿样) are not tested in conventional ways. Instead, Professor Masao Miyashita and his team are using them in a trial to determine if specially trained cancer-sniffing dogs can accurately detect the disease. Though the study is still in its early stages, Miyashita is thrilled with the results. He said, “In our research so far, cancer detection dogs have been able to find signs of cancer with an accuracy of nearly 100 percent.”

Researchers have known about the animals’ superior sensory skills for decades. However, their ability to detect cancer in humans came to light in 19, after a dog sniffed out early-stage malignant melanoma (恶性黑色素瘤) on a patient’s leg in London. Since then, scientists from many countries have conducted studies to test dogs’ great skill at identifying cancer chemicals.

While most dogs can be trained for the task researchers say the best candidates are dogs that are precise, quiet, and perhaps even a little shy. The training process is similar to how dogs are taught to learn any trick — by

rewarding them with treats! However, it takes much longer because the dogs have to learn to separate the “cancer scent (气味)”from the thousands of organic compounds (有机化合物) in the human body. Researchers begin by exposing the dogs to urine samples from people with cancer, people with other diseases, and patients with no health issues, Once the dogs are able to accurately identify cancer, they are further trained to detect particular kinds of cancer.

Successful as they may be, experts think dogs are unlikely to replace conventional tests. For one, it takes about seven years and costs as much as $45,000 to train a single dog. Klaus Hackner, a researcher and physician who studies dogs detecting cancer in breath samples at Krems University Hospital in Austria, is also not convinced dogs can be relied upon alone. Patients, therefore, have to receive further tests to confirm if they have the disease.

12. What do we know about the cancer-sniffing dogs mentioned in Paragraph 2? A. They have done a great job. B. They are trained in a special way. C. They can easily learn to distinguish cancer. D. They can be seen in many Japanese hospitals. 13. What does the author intend to do in Paragraph 3? A. Offer readers some advice. B. Add some background information. C. Summarize the previous paragraphs. D. Introduce a new topic for discussion.

14. What kind of dog is suitable for the cancer-sniffing job? A. Smart and brave. B. Active and faithful. C. Strong and patient. D. Careful and peaceful. 15. What is Klaus Hackner’s opinion on cancer-sniffing dogs? A. They should work as a team. B. They need to receive more training. C. They can replace doctors in detecting cancer. D. They should be used together with traditional tests. 第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10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

Simple Tricks to Get Rid of Dark Circles Under Eyes

Forget getting a corrective operation or a face lift just to get rid of those annoying dark circlesunder your eyes. We have gathered four simple tricks you can do at any time.____16____.

Change your diet

Yes, unfortunately your diet could be one of the causes of those eye circles and swelling(肿胀). And when you're flying, it can be really difficult to keep a healthy and balanced diet.____17____, so if you cut these out of your diet—especially when flying—the risk of your eyes swelling reduces. Moreover, just an ounce a day of dark chocolate and also foods that are filled with omega-3 fatty acids can greatly improve blood flow to the skin.

Cool tea bags

____18____! Don't get rid of used tea bags. Just place them in the fridge for about 10 minutes to cool off. Lie down and set the cooled bags over your closed eyes for around 15 minutes—they will be able torelieve the skin around your eyes. Therefore the swelling and discolor1 ation(变色) around your eyes will decrease.

____19____

Here's the thing about friction—it causes skin pigmentation to darken. If you happen to be one of those people who constantly rub their eyes, here is an important reason why you should stop immediately. We know it can be hard when flying, but something as simple as not rubbing your eyes makes all the difference.

Get a retinoid cream(维甲酸乳膏)

Retinoids are a perfect solution for the areasurrounding your eyes.____20____! Moreover, they can boost collagen(胶原蛋白) so those fine lines will reduce in size and depth. Oh yes, your skin will in turn appear smooth and bright after regular and continued use. A. Stop rubbing your eyes B. Tea fans, this one is for you C. So just keep them in your mind D. But remember what you should do E. Salty foods and alcohol cause swelling F. Eat as much eye-friendly food as possible

G. The reason is that they quickly reduce discolor1 ation

第二部分 语言运用（共两节，满分45分）

第一节（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）

阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项

Burdon decided to host an improvised(临时安排的)graduation ceremony (典礼) for her daughter Angela in

their backyard. After hers was___21___due to COVID-19(新冠病毒)，Burdon wanted to make it up to his sorrow-stricken daughter in some way. Best of all, his daughter didn't___22___about it beforehand.

Angela wasn't the only one___23___by the cancellation; her father Burdon could hardly___24___his daughter's sadness. The devoted dad___25___to host his own graduation ceremony for Angela in her___26___in Memphis rather than see his daughter's sorrow.

Over six weeks, Burdon___27___to reserve a photographer and a stage when his daughter knew nothing about it, which___28___her greatly.

When the___29___day finally came, Angela was shocked to find a full-sized stage waiting for her in her yard. 40 people____30____the ceremony, and it met COVID-19 prevention guidelines (防疫要求), all sitting six feet apart with____31____on, and her father even played sacred(神圣的)music as she walked up to get her ____32____.

\"Angela never saw anything until she came out to____33____,\" Burdon said. \"At that moment, I didn't have any worries. I was____34____. To see my baby walk across the____35____and all her friends, family, neighbors and people that we don't even know____36____in the street to witness this. I couldn't____37____anything better. \"

\"My daughter couldn’t have her official____38____due to the pandemic(流行病)so I____39____one for her !\" \"Now I am____40____that I made it happen!\"

21. A. arranged B. celebrated C. cancelled D. delayed 22. A. know B. argue C. think D. care

23. A. spoiled B. upset C. frightened D. confused 24. A. believe B. sense C. know D. bear

25. A. determined B. promised C. hesitated D. preferred 26. A. classroom B. dormitory C. home D. hospital 27. A. claimed B. managed C. attempted D. failed 28. A. disappointed B. troubled C. annoyed D. surprised 29. A. busy B. final C. big D. common

30. A. attended B. expected C. admired D. hosted 31. A. dresses B. masks C. uniform D. make-up 32. A. cake B. prize C. offer D. diploma 33. A. wander B. walk C. greet D. examine

34. A. anxious B. cautious C. helpless D. satisfied 35. A. stage B. room C. street D. campus

36. A. travelled B. volunteered C. stopped D. waited 37. A. give away B. ask for C. agree with D. work out 38. A. welcome B. organization C. treatment D. graduation 39. A. created B. registered C. joined D. accepted 40. A. guilty B. confident C. proud D. optimistic 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

“The meat of masked civets(果子狸）can be eaten and has long been considered a precious meat,\" saysThe Animal Encyclopedia for Children,____41.____(publish) by Wuhan University Press. But following the outbreak of the novel coronavirus(新型冠状病毒），____42.____may be caused by eating bushmeat, a reader complained online that the____43.____(describe) was improper, the press responded by withdrawing the book from all shops. The action was welcomed.

However, public opinion alone can’t help. Without a law in place, restaurants can’t be stopped from____44.____(serve) wild animal meat. The____45.____(one) step toward prohibition of eating bushmeat is to build consensus(共识). Education is essential-only____46.____everyone realizes the dangers of eating bushmeat will they give up the habit and push for the establishment____47.____laws. Such____48.____(aware) should begin early. Teaching children from____49.____young age not to eat wild animals will make it____50.____(easy) to ensure they won’t do so when they grow up. 第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分） 第一节短文改错（满分10分）

51.假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。 增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（∧），并在其下面写出该加的词。 删除：把多余的用斜线（\\）划掉。

修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词 注意：1．每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；

2．只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）不计分。

Every year, a great much holidaymakers go abroad for sightseeing and relaxation.While they are enjoying themselves, some of them behave rudely, which cause a big problem. How to be a civilized tourist has become a

heating topic. In my opinion, it is necessary to watch our manner. First, we must respect and follow locally customs. Besides, we'd better talk loudly in public places to avoid disturb others. Also, be aware that queue jumping is unacceptable in many countries. More importantly, we should bear at mind that we are representing our country while abroad, but we need to be cautious about how we act. Only in this way can we enjoy our trips abroad and have beautiful memories as well as. 第二节书面表达（满分25分）

52.假定你是学生会李华，负责安排举办校篮球队和来访的美国学生代表团的篮球友谊赛，请你给美方带队老师Mr. Brown写封邮件，内容包括：

1.写信目的； 2.比赛安排； 3.注意事项。

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2.可以适当增加细节.以使行文连贯。

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