辽宁省调兵山市第二高级中学2024-2025学年高三上学期期初考试英语试卷.docx

1、辽宁省调兵山市第二高级中学2024-2025学年高三上学期期初考试英语试卷一、阅读理解“Use up all leftovers.” “Buy second-hand things instead of new ones”. “Learn DIY to fix things yourself.” “Invite friends over instead of going out.” “Grow your own food.” “Save rainwater for your garden.” Nowadays, more and more people take action to save

2、for life. Lets see what there people do in saving and how they enjoy doing so.“To save money in college, I decided to do the no new clothes challenge last year. This meant I didnt buy new for an entire year. It was little embarrassing to the same clothes to different parties and events, but it was w

3、orth it. After all, I saved all the money!”Eden from Mint Notion“I copied a whole textbook. I didnt feel like buying a new one, so instead, I borrowed one from a classmate and copied the entire thing using the copy machine. It may or may have taken a few hours but I saved $20. And for a college stud

4、ent who was broke, that was a lot!”Athena from Money Smart Latina“Cat liter(猫砂) is something that can set me back a couple hundred every day. However, by toilet-training my cat with a $20 toilet trainer, Im able to save on the costs and avoid the trouble to change it. Plus its always funny to see th

5、e cat on the toilet.”Dustyn from Dime Will Tell1Who gave up buying clothes to save money?AAthena.BEden.CDustyn.DSmart Latina.2How does Dustyn save for life?ABy walking his cat outside.BBy switching to cheap cat litter.CBy teaching his cat to use the toilet.DBy reducing the amount of cat litter.3What

6、 do the three people have in common?AThey learn DIY to fix things.BThey received higher education.CTheyre not in financial difficulties.DThey feel it worthwhile to save money.Saltwater crocodiles are the largest reptile in the world and can eat large prey(猎物). They hide at the edge of the water, wai

7、ting for prey. Then, without warning, they lunge. They grab their prey in their powerful jaws and drag it under water. Saltwater crocodiles dont often miss their target. One day, David George found himself in a swamp. It was the home of saltwater crocodiles. David knew they were there because he cou

8、ld see their tracks. David thought his only chance of survival was to climb a tree and tie himself to a branch. Two big saltwater crocodiles, however, waited under the tree. He would have to come down sometime!At night, David could see their red eyes and hear them bellowing. Days went by, David clim

9、bed higher in the tree and made a platform of sticks to lie on. He finished his two meat sandwiches. David could hear helicopters, but it was hard for anyone to see him. He hung toilet paper over the tree and waved his shirt like a flag. He tried to make a flash of light by holding a tin box towards

10、 the sun. After six days in the tree, David was seen at last and was winched away from the stalking crocodiles. David was one of the luckiest survivors. However, animals dont usually attack people for no reason. A very hungry animal might attack something that looks like food. Most animals are very

11、protective of their young. If anything comes close, they will attack to defend their family. Many animals attack to protect their territory. It is very important for people to know animals. People need to know why animals can be dangerous.4Which of the following best describes saltwater crocodiles a

12、ccording to the first paragraph?ASlow and cold-blooded.BQuick and poisonous.CHairy and ugly.DCruel and dangerous.5What does the underlined word “swamp mean?AA flat area higher than the ground.BLand that an animal thinks of as its own.CVery wet, flooded ground.DA long body part around the mouth.6What

13、 does the author want to tell us in the last paragraph?AUnderstand animals.BProtect animals.CKeep yourself away from animals.DBe friendly to animals.7Which can be the best title for the text?AIn Saltwater Croc TerritoryBA Long WaitCSaltwater CrocodilesDA Lucky SurvivorThe number of weather-related d

14、isasters has increased by five times over the past 50 years, the latest report by the World Meteorological (气象) Organization (WMO) said on September. However, thanks to improved early warning systems and disaster management, the number of death from these hazards (危险) has been almost three times les

15、s. According to the WMO, from 1970 to 2019, weather, climate and water hazards accounted for 50 percent of all disasters. Among the top 10 hazards that led to the largest loss of human life during this period were droughts, storms, floods and extreme temperatures. However, deaths fell from over 50,

16、000 in the 1970s to less than 20, 000 in the 2010s. “Weather, climate and water extremes are increasing and will become more frequent and severe in many parts of the world as a result of climate change,” says WMO Secretary-General Petteri Taalas. “That means more heat waves, drought and forest fires

17、 such as those we have observed recently in Europe and North America. We have more water vapor in the atmosphere, which is worsening extreme rainfall and deadly flooding. The warming of the oceans has affected the frequency and area of existence of the most intense tropical storms.”“Economic losses

18、are increasing as exposure increases. But behind the statistics lies a message of hope. Improved multi-hazard early warning systems have led to a significant reduction in deaths. Quite simply, we are better than ever before at saving lives,” Taalas said.8What do we know from the first paragraph?ADis

19、asters connected with weather have gone up.BThe number of weather-related disasters has decreased.CThe number of deaths from hazards has been increasing.DEarly warning systems have made disasters decline much.9What will happen according to Petteri Taalas?AThere will be more extreme weather.BExtreme

20、rainfall will no longer exist.CWater vapor in the atmosphere will go down.DHumans will defeat extreme weather in the end.10What is hopeful behind the bad news?AImproved warning systems will save economic losses.BEconomic losses are going down as exposure increases.CMore lives will be saved thanks to

21、 early warning systems.DImproved early warning systems will control extreme weather11Where may the text be taken from?AA novel.BA brochure.CA magazine.DA guideline.It is not easy to excite New Yorkers or keep them going easy on things around. This is one reason why actors and other famous people mov

22、e to the city. They can live quieter lives and escape the paparazzi photographers who would follow them in Hollywood.But New York has a new media star. And this star is not living so quietly. The star is a colorful Mandarin duck. The bird first appeared this month in a small body of water in Manhatt

23、ans Central Park. Large crowds have gathered to see the duck. Reporters have been following its every move. The media attention on the duck has earned the name “quackarazzi” a word combination of paparazzi and the sound a duck makes!The duck has chosen to live in a costly part of New York - just off

24、 Fifth Avenue, near the historic Plaza Hotel. There, hundreds of people turn up every day, hoping to see the bird show off its extremely colorful feathers. Many people like the duck because its colors are like “sunsets,” says New Yorker Joe Amato. He comes to the park nearly every day with his camer

25、a equipment. Bird lovers have been keeping record of the birds daily life through social media postings and videos. People have noted how effortlessly the duck moves through the water.This week, New Yorks newest celebrity seemed to enjoy its fame, showing off its wings while members of the “quackara

26、zzi” pushed each other to get a closer look. Leesa Beckmann traveled over two hours from her home in New Jersey to see the duck. She says her 90-year-old mother has been talking all about the duck since its first appearance.“Ive got to see this.duck,” Beckmann told her mother. She plans to take pict

27、ures and give them to her mother.Bird expert Paul Sweet heads a large collection of bird species at the New York-based American Museum of Natural History. He says there is nothing special about a Mandarin duck in Central Park. Central Park Zoo has its own Mandarin duck, he says. These ducks are ofte

28、n imported to the United States from Asia for use on private property.“A lot of non-birders tend to see (colorful) birds as more beautiful,” Sweet said, “But to me, its no more beautiful than, say, a sparrow.”12From the passage we can know _ANew Yorkers are always excited about new things.BA super s

29、tar is giving a performance in Manhattans Central Park.CBird lovers are interested in recording the life of the new “guest”.DEveryone agrees Mandarin duck is a new species.13Many New Yorkers like the bird for the reason that _.AIts famous in Hollywood films.BIt has a beautiful color and likes to sho

30、w its wings.CThey can take lots of pictures and sell for money.DThey are lucky and precious.14Paul Sweet may agree that _.AHis mother will surely like the pictures of the birds.B“Quackarazzi” is a good name for the duck.CNew Yorkers need to protect the new species.DMandarin duck can be brought into

31、America from other countries for use.15Which of the following can be the best title?AColorful Mandarin Duck Excites New YorkersBCome and Meet Mandarin duck in Central ParkCMandarin Duck in Central Park-A Rare SpeciesDA Most Beautiful BirdThere are many costs of having a negative attitude in the work

32、place. Employees who dont feel appreciated work less productively. They can have conflicts with other members. Negative bosses spread their bad feelings to employees. Here are some ways to develop a positive spirit in your workplace.Be a model of kindness and respect. Employees look up to their boss

33、es for an example of how to behave in the workplace. 16 It is far better to be patient, kind, and respectful. This is a great way to bring positivity to the workplace. 17 When employees are thanked for their good work, it gives them a warm feeling. Everyone likes to be appreciated, and employees oft

34、en toil(辛苦工作) for years without being thanked for their hard work. Even “thank you” and a hand-shake go a long way toward making an employee feel appreciated.Make goals clear for everyone. Having a concrete goal to work toward gives employees direction and positivity in the workplace. Employees like

35、 to know that their hard work is directed toward a particular end. 18 This can be as simple as expressing your pride during a staff meeting.Put on a smile. Even if youre having a difficult day, you can spread positivity by smiling. When a boss is smiling, their employees find reasons to smile, too.

36、19 Have an office wellness program. Have your human resources staff arrange a fitness program for your employees. 20 Dont be punitive(惩罚性的) and tiring. Letting your employees have a break to relax will make them happier and more productive.AMake it fun.BEncourage communication.CHave an attitude of g

37、ratitude.DWhen the goals are reached, have a little celebration.EWhen employees are not listened to, they feel unappreciated.FIf the boss is disrespectful, that will become part of the company culture.GDealing with a boss who is always serious makes the employees difficult to work with.二、完形填空About t

38、hree years ago, a tornado attacked our town. My father and I 21 to visit my grandparents to make sure they were okay. Upon arrival, I took my regular seat and 22 with Grandma about what was on our mind to pass the time. 23 , the power was out and it got dark in what seemed like a matter of minutes.T

39、hen, Grandma turned to me and asked with 24 eyes that stared right past me, “Now youre graduating this year, arent you?” As a freshman, I was 25 , about this strange question. Actually, Grandma could exactly 26 you when every one of her grandchildren was born. 27 , I assured her that I was not yet a

40、(n) 28 , and still had a few years until graduation.Soon, my father asked if I was ready to go home. I silently 29 my headyes. Into the car, I 30 and couldnt stop weeping. My father asked me what was wrong. “Is Grandma going to 31 my graduation?” I asked.It took him a long time to respond, “Yes. She

41、 may not know where she is, but she will be there, no matter what.” The rest of the car ride home was 32 . When we eventually arrived home, I rushed to my room and cried for hours. That night, I could picture that Grandmas 33 would be changed from the care giver to care receiver.Ever since that talk

42、 with my Grandma, I have matured and 34 . Her Alzheimer (阿尔茨海默症) has progressed to about stage 3 now. At my graduation, I was sitting on the stage seeing Grandma there sitting with the rest of my family. “She may not know where she is, but she will be there”. My fathers words 35 in my ears.21AflewBc

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44、0Acalmed downBcut inCcalled outDbroke down31AattendBforgetCcelebrateDcancel32AdullBsmoothCsilentDuneasy33AcharacterBstatusCpowerDrole34Agrown upBgiven upCcheered upDkept up35AexplodedBburstCrangDflashed三、语法填空阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。Back in high school, Harris never imagined to be an electric

45、ian. Everyone, including 36 (her) , just wanted to go to college. “We were so focused 37 college in high school,” remembers Harris, 44. “The friends that I had there were going to college. Thats what the biggest excitement was around.”After holding lots of different jobs for decades, Harris signed u

46、p for a course 38 (design) to let her find jobs in the construction industry. One of the training activities involved wiring lightbulbs and air conditioners. Now shes just a few months away from becoming a licensed electrician. She occasionally 39 (spend) her days working on a new construction site,

47、 on 40 her current task is running low voltage(电压) wire under floors 41 (connect) air conditioners. Her 42 (hour) income adds up to about $100,000 for full-time work per year. Harris says she wishes she 43 (find) this path in high school. “Back in high school, nobody ever talked about short-term training courses,” she says. “I think there was always a big misunderstanding about skilled workers and how short-term training could actually provide