三亚2025届高三毕业班第二次质量检测英语试题

1、The two movie stars are _________ friendly off-camera, refusing even to take the same lift.

A.nothing but B.anything but C.more than D.no less

2、That sound doesn’t _______ in his native language, so it is difficult for him to pronounce it.

A. owe   B. occur

C. take place   D. happen

3、In Chinese, the same pronunciation with different tones has different meanings. The same is _______ music.

A.true of B.similar to C.true to D.similar with

4、Listening to music at home is one thing, going to hear it ________ live is quite another.

A．perform

B．performing

C．to perform

D．being performed

5、— It was great to see you again.

— ______ .

A. I’ll catch up with you

B. Be sure to keep in touch

C. Try to hold on

D. You’re getting ahead of yourself

6、That’s all for today’s programme. Please stay ____  to CCTV International’s Chinese Channel this time next week.

A. turned  B. tuned  C. toned D. tended

7、The developed nations have to ______ the growing gap between the rich and poor around the world and do something to narrow it.

A．recognize

B．unfold

C．respect

D．maintain

8、You can find Joe’s house easily because his house is _________ from others’ in the street by its pink walls and large windows.

A. classified   B. monitored

C. associated   D. distinguished

9、Sue is always finishing her task well within the shortest time. ______, she performs effectively.

A. In other words B. On the contrary

C. Sooner or later   D. On the other hand

10、The novel, which he has been writing in the past five years, is ________ finished．He has only a few small changes to make in it．

A．virtually   B．occasionally

C．universally D．Considerably

11、With the development of society, our country is badly in ____ need of those with ___ better command of computer skills.

A. a; /   B. /; a C. the; a   D. /; the

12、It is fantastic for children to have a harmonious family,     the parents treat their child like a friend.

A. why   B. that

C. which   D. where

13、The Ministry of Public Security has recently started a nationwide ____speeding，overloading and running red lights.

A．celebration   B．conference

C．campaign  D．ceremony

14、I would rather you_______ at the moment so that we can hear the speech.

A. keep quiet   B. kept quiet   C. stay at home   D. you stay at home.

15、--- I can’t go for a picnic with you because something urgent has _____．

---What a shame!

A. come up   B. cleared up   C. stayed up   D. ended up

16、When we arrived at ________ people call Bird Paradise, we were delighted to find thousands of birds setting there.

A．that

B．which

C．where

D．what

17、Team One has been allowed to accomplish in just three days ________ took Team Two more than a week to achieve.

A．as

B．that

C．when

D．what

18、I call him ______ ; even when there is not much to say.

A. now and then   B. by and by

C. step by step   D. more or less

19、Microsoft, in a(n) _______ from tradition, has already released similar touch-friendly Office apps for Apple Inc’s iPad and iPhone.

A. independence B. absence

C. departure   D. Survival

20、Students will encounter many challenges in the universities for the first year,________ getting used to a new environment quickly comes to be the most important one.

A．of which

B．for which

C．to which

D．by which

21、   Just a year ago, the colors were bright under the waves. Now it’s gray — the Maldivian reef is dead. The coral is killed by the pressure of rising temperatures.

Coral reefs are areas underwater where small creatures live. The coral is hard material formed on the bottom of the sea by the skeletons of those creatures. But the world has lost about half its coral reefs in the last 30 years. Scientists are working to prevent their destruction. Due to global warming, over 90 percent of corals are expected to die by 2050. “To lose coral reefs is to fundamentally undermine the health of a very large proportion of the human race,” said Ruth Gates, director of the Hawaii Institute of Marine Biology.

Why are coral reefs important? Coral reefs support a fourth of all marine species, as well as half a billion people worldwide. They serve as barriers to protect coastlines from the storms. They provide billions of dollars from tourism, fishing and other trade. They are also used in medical research for cures for diseases. “Everyone should be concerned,” said biologist Ove Guldberg at Australia’s University of Queensland. “This is not just some distant dive destination. This is the basic structure of the ecosystem we depend on.”

The ocean is getting warmer. A rising temperature of just one to two degree Celsius can force coral to expel the algae (驱逐海藻) that live there. This leaves their white skeletons uncovered. It is a process called “bleaching”. Sixteen percent of the world’s corals died of bleaching in 1998. The problem has become much worse in recent years.

“We’ve lost 50 percent of the reefs, but that means we still have 50 percent left,” said Ruth Gates, who is working in Hawaii to breed corals that can better withstand increasing temperatures. She is also trying to “train” corals to survive rising temperatures. Gates says it is time to start “thinking outside the box”— find creative ways to help them.

【1】What does the underlined word “undermine” in paragraph 2 mean?

A.Regain B.Weaken

C.Promote D.Develop

【2】What can we learn from Ove Guldberg’ words?

A.People won’t find a dive destination in the future.

B.The effort to save corals will turn out to be fruitless.

C.The bright sea has lost its charm because of those dead corals.

D.The destruction of coral reefs will affect the earth ecosystem.

【3】What’s the fourth paragraph mainly about?

A.The harm of algae. B.The importance of coral reefs.

C.The process of “bleaching”. D.The change of ocean temperature.

【4】What is Ruth Gates’ attitude towards the protection of corals？

A.Worried B.Positive

C.Casual D.Curious

22、For centuries, fishers in Narrangansett have fished in the waters of the northwestern Atlantic for herrings (鲱鱼). But as climate change warms the world’s seas, the herrings are disappearing at the southern end of their range and turning up more often at its northern edges. A study shows that concentrations of marine (海洋的) species populations have been shifting away from the equator (赤道) and toward the poles during the course of the past century. These movements could wreak havoc on food webs and endanger the livelihoods (生计) of fishers.

The tropical (热带的) water at the equator is well-known for having the richest diversity of marine life on Earth. The number of marine species naturally decreases gradually as you head towards the poles. Ecologists have assumed this global pattern has remained stable over recent centuries until now. Our recent study found the ocean around the equator has already become too hot for many species to survive, and that global warming is responsible. And as species flee to cooler water towards the poles, it’s likely to have deep impacts on marine ecosystems.

Losing species in tropical ecosystems means ecological adaptation to environmental changes is reduced, potentially damage ecosystem persistence. In subtropical ecosystems, species richness is increasing. This means there’ll be species invaders, and new competitive relationships. This could result in ecosystem collapse in which species go extinct and ecosystem services (such as food supplies) are permanently changed.

One way is to reduce our emissions aggressively. Other opportunities could also help safeguard biodiversity and hopefully minimize the worst impacts of it shifting away from the equator. Designing climate-smart reserves could further protect biodiversity from future changes. For example, reserves for marine life could be placed where the climate will be stable over the foreseeable future. We should take action without delay.

【1】What does the underlined phrase “wreak havoc on” probably mean in Paragraph 1?

A．Clarify

B．Classify.

C．Destroy.

D．Purify.

【2】What can be learnt from the second paragraph?

A．Some species move to water in lower temperature.

B．More marine species exist at the poles than the equator.

C．The subtropical water has the most diverse marine species.

D．The global pattern of the ecosystem remains unchanged now.

【3】What is the main idea of the third paragraph?

A．The increase of species in subtropical ecosystem.

B．The decline of ecological changes in the ocean.

C．The temporary changes in ecosystem services.

D．The effects of species’ immigration on marine ecosystem.

【4】What is the author’s purpose in writing this article?

A．To inform readers of the reduction of marine species.

B．To appeal to readers to protect marine biodiversity.

C．To predict the future of the marine ecosystem.

D．To explain the reasons for global warming.

23、George Gershwin, born in 1898, was one of America’s greatest composers. He published his first song when he was eighteen years old. During the next twenty years he wrote more than five hundred songs. Many of Gershwin’s songs were first written for musical plays performed in theatres in New York City. These plays were a popular form of entertainment in the 1920s and 1930s. Many of his songs have remained popular as ever. Over the years they have been sung and played in every possible way—from jazz to country.

In the 1920s there was a debate in the United States about jazz music. Could jazz, some people asked, be considered serious music? In 1924 jazz musician and orchestra leader Paul Whiteman decided to organize a special concert to show that jazz was serious music. Gershwin agreed to compose something for the concert before he realized he had just a few weeks to do it. And in that short time, he composed a piece for piano and orchestra which he called Rhapsody in Blue. Gershwin himself played the piano at the concert. The audience were thrilled when they heard his music. It made him world-­famous and showed that jazz music could be both serious and popular.

In 1928, Gershwin went to Paris. He applied to study composition with the well-known musician Nadia Boulanger, but she rejected him. She was afraid that classical study would ruin his jazz-­influenced style. While there, Gershwin wrote An American in Paris. When it was first performed, critics were divided over the music. Some called it happy and full of life, to others it was silly and boring. But it quickly became popular in Europe and the United States. It still remains one of his most famous works.

George Gershwin died in 1937, just days after doctors learned he had brain cancer. He was only thirty ­nine years old. Newspapers all over the world reported his death on their front pages. People mourned the loss of the man and all the music he might have still written.

【1】Many of Gershwin’s musical works were________.

A. written about New Yorkers

B. composed for Paul Whiteman

C. performed in various ways

D. played mainly in the countryside

【2】What do we know about the concert organized by Whiteman?

A. It proved jazz could be serious music.

B. It attracted more people to theatres.

C. It made Gershwin leader of the orchestra.

D. It caused a debate among jazz musicians.

【3】What do we learn from the last paragraph?

A. Many of Gershwin’s works were lost.

B. A concert was held in memory of Gershwin.

C. The death of Gershwin was widely reported.

D. Brain cancer research started after Gershwin’s death.

【4】Which of the  following best describes Gershwin?

A. Serious and boring.   B. Talented and productive.

C. Popular and unhappy. D. Friendly and honest.

24、Hollywood’s charm and celebrities have always held a fascination for travelers. Here are some best selected Hollywood tours based on experts’ recommendations and travelers’ opinions.

TMZ Celebrity Tour

Price:$ 59 for adults, from $ 49 with kids(children younger than 2 are not permitted).

Duration: 2 hours, multiple times daily.

TMZ, known for its celebrity news-fueled television show and website, operates this tour that takes travelers through Hollywood in the hopes of seeing their favorite celebrities. The guides even bring video cameras in case a passing celebrity is willing to give an interview.

The Real Hollywood Tour

Price: From $ 40 for adults, children 12 and younger for free.

Duration: 2 hours, daily at 10 a.m.

During this historic walking tour, travelers will learn why Hollywood—once a farming town—was selected by movie industry pioneers in the early 20th century. The tour also stops at unique sights, but major attractions aren’t forgotten either.

Hollywood Sign Hike

Price: $ 34 for adults.

Duration: 2.5 hours. The exact meeting times vary, depending on the time of the year.

For a unique and sunshine-filled Hollywood tour, opt for this hike to the Hollywood sign. Highlights include a bird’s-eye view from Mount Hollywood. Along the 4-mile round-trip hike, you might even see local celebrities walking their dogs.

The Original Hollywood Tour

Price:$ 45 for adults, from $ 35 for kids 11 and younger.

Duration: 2 hours, daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

According to travelers, this tour is worthwhile if you’re only in Los Angeles for a short amount of time, as you cover a lot of ground in just two hours. You’ll cruise along Rodeo Drive and the Sunset Strip in an open-top bus as your driver shares interesting information.

【1】What is special for a tourist to TMZ Celebrity Tour?

A．Being invited to a television show.

B．Broadcasting news about Hollywood.

C．Being likely to interview a movie star.

D．Taking their kids along with themselves.

【2】Which tour targets at the history of Hollywood?

A．TMZ Celebrity Tour.

B．The Real Hollywood Tour.

C．Hollywood Sign Hike.

D．The Original Hollywood Tour.

【3】How much will a couple with a 10-year-old son pay to The Original Hollywood Tour?

A．$ 80.

B．$ 90.

C．$ 115.

D．$ 125.

25、Volunteering at the swimming competition for Special Olympics had special _________ for me because experiencing it helped improve my leadership skills, my character, and support my community.

First, my leadership skills developed when I _________ directed each swimmer where to line up at the platform and _________ each player when they needed to swim. I had to make sure that the swimmers were _________ and ready to perform. I learned each swimmer's name, since many of them swam in more than one_________.

Secondly, my _________ was greatly improved when I saw the swimmers get their awards for winning each swimming event. It astonished me by their _________ attitudes, whether they won or lost. This also expanded my horizons, offering me the opportunity to _________ people. I went out of my _______ zone and did whatever was needed to be done.

Lastly, I was of ____________ to my community by lending a hand to this organization in need of ____________. To be a ____________ of it gave me a chance to become ____________ with the people living in this area.

Through the many opportunities my community has offered I was privileged to be ____________ in this exciting and important event in these players' lives. I hope to be a(n) ____________ at this event in years to come.

【1】

A．purpose

B．meaning

C．background

D．regulation

【2】

A．equally

B．amazingly

C．strictly

D．independently

【3】

A．taught

B．informed

C．awarded

D．compared

【4】

A．positioned

B．preserved

C．valued

D．evaluated

【5】

A．decision

B．application

C．country

D．event

【6】

A．figure

B．ability

C．character

D．technique

【7】

A．changeable

B．critical

C．various

D．positive

【8】

A．meet

B．gather

C．introduce

D．recommend

【9】

A．imagination

B．availability

C．comfort

D．development

【10】

A．service

B．courage

C．wisdom

D．significance

【11】

A．help

B．money

C．sympathy

D．attention

【12】

A．player

B．referee

C．plot

D．part

【13】

A．acquainted

B．combined

C．surrounded

D．faced

【14】

A．desired

B．educated

C．involved

D．influenced

【15】

A．judge

B．assistant

C．trainer

D．announcer

26、Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese.

中国进口博览会 (China International Import Expo, 简称CIIE或进博会) 吸引了世界各国的企业来到上海。你是明启中学的的学生李明, 想代表学校在进博会假期中组织一支学生志愿者服务队。请起草一份策划案, 内容包括:

1.你为什么要组建服务队?

2.你的队伍能够提供哪些志愿者服务?

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