江苏地区2022届高三英语考前阅读提升练习 二.docx

1、 高三英语考前阅读提升练习二语法填空：An 11-year-old boys dance in the rain in Lagos, Nigeria, not only touched the hearts of millions who saw his passion _1_ it is _2_ (help) make his dream come true.Those _3_ saw Anthony Madu jumping high and pirouetting without shoes on the rain-soaked street in a video posted by h

2、is dance teacher were in awe(敬畏) of his talentSo much so that the attention the young ballet dancer received online earlier this summer _4_ (make) him obtain a scholarship _5_ a prestigious ballet company in New York City.With the support of actress Viola Davis, who shared Anthonys video with the ti

3、tle “reminds me of the beauty of my people,” and actress Cynthia Erivo, 11-year-old Anthony _6_(offer) the opportunity to train at the American Ballet Theatre. And _7_(ensure)the performance would be a feast for all, they tried their utmost.For Erivo, she says she felt a special, personal connection

4、 when she saw Anthony danced. “Theyre in Nigeria. I happen to be Nigerian as well. And I was like, this felt like _8_ fateful moment,” the actress told NBC News. She was so moved by the young dancers performance, she connected him with the theater company.“I think its extremely important because I t

5、hink boys are not encouraged to do this_9_(incredible) hard craft that actually encourages strength and _10_ (endure) and beauty,” Erivo said.【答案】1. but 2. helping 3 who 4. has made 5. from 6. was offered 7. to ensure 8. a 9. incredibly 10. endurance七选五练习：Its certain that were all getting older. And

6、 while the older among us may be no spring chickens any more, growing old gracefully is no bad thing.1However, as the world population ages, will there be enough people to replace our younger selves?A situation where there are more old people than young certainly has an effect on the world. A report

7、 by the Pew Research Center says that globally the number of people over 65 years old will triple by 2050, drastically altering some countries demographic(人口的) make-up. 32 Governments will struggle to provide satisfactory pensions, which are ultimately funded by taxes paid by the working population.

8、 And long-term, a smaller population of economically-active people may be a problem for companies trying to recruit staff. 3The PewResearch Center survey found that 87% of Japanese people were most concerned about it, while only 26% of people from the USA were. Some countries thought the elderly sho

9、uld take care of themselves, while others thought it was the responsibility of the family. 4 But old age shouldnt just be seen negatively. Elderly people have knowledge and experience to pass on. Some have wealth which they can spend, helping the economy. And some do voluntary or charity work.5And t

10、hese include increasing the retirement age, encouraging people to save for the future, or even convincing people to have more children.A. And with age comes wisdom.B. Of course, solutions are needed to tackle the issue.C. The aging population can be potential new customersD. Many thought the governm

11、ent should be responsible.E. Attitudes to an aging population vary around the world.F. It also predicts that the world population will decline in the next century.G. This aging population means an increased demand for health and social care.【答案】AGEDB完形填空：It was 1960. It was suggested that I should l

12、earn to drive, so my father decided to teach me.Easier said than done. The driving plan was quietly1 after I almost crashed his car into a stone wall. My next2was in 1964. This time, the 3 was a very nice friend. But after three sessions, he 4 . “I cant teach you,” he said. “You have no5 at all.” To

13、 be honest, that was6 to me. I thought I was afraid of many things thunderstorms, forest fires, bears.7 ,these were not the right kind for driving.Thirteen years later, I had a life partnerGraeme Gibsonand a baby. One day, Graeme got his 8 seriously bitten when he helped 9 a dog trapped in the wire

14、fence. Even so he had to drive himself to the hospital one-handed thanks to my10 to drive.This accident11 me and awoke my enthusiasm for learning.“Thats it,” I said, “Im learning to drive.” I must qualify myself to support and 12 my family. This time, I13 a professional with nerves of steel. Despite

15、 various14 , I got my license finally. I was pleased with myself: it seemed I now had the15 kind of fears. Learning to drive makes me a more responsible adult.1. A. revisedB. replaced C. delayed D. dropped2. A. attemptB. move C. plan D. memory3. A. partner B. instructor C. adviser D. operator4. A. w

16、ent down B. gave up C. turned off D. made out5. A. potential B. ambition C. fears D. skills6. A. humor B. truth C. disaster D. news7. A. Besides B. Instead C. However D. Therefore8. A. arm B. leg C. head D. foot9. A. cure B. find C. free D. check10. A. unwillingness B. inability C. ability D. desire

17、11. A. motivated B. convinced C. destroyed D. swallowed12. A. accompany B. encourage C. comfort D. protect13. A. consulted B. recognized C. invited D. hired14. A. regretsB. challenges C. expectations D. exams15. A. particular B. regular C. right D. natural【答案】DABBC DCACB ADDBC阅读理解：English Poetry Com

18、petition of 2022Enter your poem for a chance to win something! Our poetry contest is held twice a year. Write a poem about how the pandemic (疫情) has changed your life.PrizesThe contest awards one first place prize of $2,000 and a first prize wall plaque ($100 value); twenty second place prizes of $1

19、00 each and a second place wall plaque ($75 value); one hundred third place winners of a third place wall plaque ($25 value).RulesFollow all rules carefully to prevent disqualification (取消资格).IMPORTANT:Poet must be at least thirteen years of age.Only one poem per person, per family is allowed.A poem

20、 in its entirety must be an original work by the person centering the contest.All entries are judged anonymously (匿名地). Please do not include your name, address, phone number, etc., or your entry will be disqualified.Deadline: Email your entry by 31st May 2022.Length: 42 lines max. No minimum. Title

21、 not included in the line count.Format: Entries must be typed. We do not accept handwritten submissions.Fees: 10 per poem.Judging: The judges decision is final and no individual correspondence (通信) can be entered into. Judges are unable to comment on individual entries. Judging is fair.Copyright: Wo

22、rldwide copyright of each entry remains with the author but the Bridport Prize has unrestricted rights to publish the winning and highly praised poems.1. What can we learn about the poetry competition?A. It takes place every two years.B. It focuses on personal growth.C. Poets have to pay for itD. It

23、 gives feedback on each entry.2. How many entries can a family with 4 members submit?A. One.B. Two.C. Three.D. Four.3. Which of the following will result in disqualification?A. Typing your poem out.B. Writing a poem of 40 lines.C. Emailing your entry on March 30.D. Including personal information in

24、your entry.【答案】CDD续写：It was one of the hottest days of the dry season. We had not seen rain in almost a month. The crops were dying. Cows had stopped giving milk. The streams were long gone back into the earth. If we didnt see any rain soon we would lose everything. It wa son that day that I learned

25、 the true lesson of sharing and witnessed the only miracle I have seen in my life.I was in the kitchen making lunch for my husband and his brothers when I saw my six-year old son, Billy, walking toward the woods. I could only see his back. He wasnt walking in his usual way. He was obviously walking

26、with a great effort, trying to be as still as possible. Minutes after he disappeared into the woods, he came running out again, toward the house. I went back to making sandwiches, thinking that whatever he had been doing was completed. Moments later, however, he was once again walking in that unusua

27、l way toward the woods. This activity went on for over an hour: walking cautiously to the woods, then running back to the house. Finally, my curiosity got the best of me. I crept out of the house and followed him on his journey.He was cupping both hands in front of him as he walked; being very caref

28、ul not to spill the water he carried. I followed him secretly as he went into the woods. Branches and thorns(刺) slapped his little face but he did not try to avoid them. He might have a much greater purpose, I thought. As I leaned in to spy on him, I saw the most amazing sight. Several large deer ap

29、peared threatening in front of him. But Billy walked right up to them, at the sight of which I almost screamed for him to get away. A hugebuck(雄鹿) was dangerously close. But the buck didnt threaten him noreven move as Billy knelt down. And then I saw a baby deer lying on the ground, obviously suffer

30、ing from thirst and heat, lift its head with great effort to lap (舔)up the water cupped in my beautiful boys hands.注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；2.请按如下格式在相应的位置作答。When the water was gone, Billy jumped up to run back to the house. Instead of scolding him like his father, I decided to help him. 【答案】When the water w

31、as gone, Billy jumped up to run back to the house.I followed him back to a tap in our yard. He knelt there motionlessly, letting the drip slowly fill up his small “cup”. Just at that moment, his father returned. Thinking Billy was playing with water, he shouted, “Never waste water! If we ran out of

32、the limited water, we would lose everything, even our lives.” Before Billy could make any explanation, he walked into the house angrily, leaving Billy weeping there.Instead of scolding him like his father, I decided to help him. I went up and held him in my arms. Wiping off his tears, I promised to

33、help him save the baby deer. I found him a small pot to carry water. Holding the pot firmly, Billy walked toward the woods again. As I watched him disappearing into the woods, tears welled up in my eyes. Then came the miracle. Suddenly I felt a drop and then more drops dripping onto my face. I looked up in astonishment. Oh, it was rain! It was as if God was truly moved by Billys sincere sharing and came to save us finally.