新竹2024-2025学年第一学期期末教学质量检测试题(卷)高三英语

1、Not all competition is _____ benefit to the consumers.

A．on

B．about

C．from

D．of

2、None of the students and teachers locked down on campus was reported ________ the disease and they had an enjoyable and safe holiday.

A．to catch

B．to have caught

C．catching

D．having caught

3、Our model is easy to ________ and maintain.

A.decide B.appreciate C.promise D.operate

4、 Many of his classmates came to his birthday party;   it was a great success to him.

A.at all  B.in all

C.above all  D.all in all

5、________ didn’t seem worthwhile writing it all out again.

A．This

B．That

C．Which

D．It

6、---Betty, can you make me a cup of coffee？

---OK， but our sugar has run out. You have to _______.

A.do out B.do without C.do up D.do away

7、During the early ____________of planetary evolution, they served to sweep the solar system.

A.stages B.journeys C.species D.demands

8、Due to the damage caused by war, local people are in ________ need of peace and harmony.

A．immerse

B．desperate

C．graceful

D．obsessive

9、China’s one-child policy has been in place for decades and is causing ageing problem. So the news that China abandons one-child policy is _________ with cheers from many married couples.

A. behaved  B. greeted  C. hugged  D. equipped

10、“President Xi Jinping’s report,” a smile on his face, he continued, “______ to several hot topics, discusses how to increase peasants’ income.”

A. referring   B. refers

C. having referred  D. referred

11、You must return the book to me today. There will be no excuse for any further ________．

A. response   B. hesitation

C. delay   D. loss

12、You should put yourself _________ you will be while bathing the baby and make sure that everything is easy to reach.

A．at which

B．in place that

C．where

D．from where

13、Smith was extremely disappointed to see the coffee machine he had had ______ went wrong again.

A．Repairing

B．it repaired

C．repaired

D．to be repairing

14、Though many of the heavy smokers have realized the serious effect that smoking has ________ their health, they continue to smoke instead of ________.

A．for; giving it up

B．on; leaving

C．to; abandoning

D．on; quitting

15、Spending a few hours learning about the history and culture of the destination will help tourists understand they're seeing

A．what

B．where

C．that

D．why

16、It hasn’t been ______ that food from cloned animals is really safe for humans to eat.

A. confirmed B. considered

C. turned out   D. proved

17、________ the students in our school go to college in their teens.

A．A good many    B．A great many of

C．A great deal of D．A lot of

18、Whenever in a hurry, one is usually at a loss ________ next.

A．what to do

B．he should do what

C．what should he do

D．which to do

19、Fortunately, someone called the fire department ________ the fire broke out.

A．instantly

B．the instantly

C．instant

D．an instant

20、Luck ________ those ________ are prepared for it.

A. concerns, who   B. favors, who

C. cares, that  D. finds, that

21、It’s __________to smoke here. Who permitted you____________here?

A.forbid; smoking B.forbad ; smoking C.forbade; to smoke D.forbidden; to smoke

22、He was the first one _________.

A．to be invited

B．being invited

C．that being invited

D．that be invited

23、Looking at images of caloric food can incite a person’s desire to eat. If you’ve fallen victim to this trap, you might consider unsubscribing to accounts that frequently post _____ images.

A.indulgent B.radical C.distracting D.irresistible

24、Generally speaking，if a child grows up in ________ big family，he is more likely to develop ________ ability to get on well with others.

A．a；an

B．a；the

C．the；/

D．the；an

25、There may be life on other planets, but so far scientists haven’t found enough ________ to prove it.

A．evidence

B．character

C．mystery

D．expression

26、A month after Hurricane Katrina, I returned home in New Orleans. There lay my house, reduced to waist-high ruins, smelly and dirty.

Before the trip, I’d had my car fixed. When the office employee of the garage was writing up the bill, she noticed my Louisiana license plate. “You from New Orleans?” she asked. I said I was. “No charge,” she said, and firmly shook her head when I reached for my wallet. The next day I went for a haircut, and the same thing happened.

As my wife was studying in Florida, we decided to move there and tried to find a rental house that we could afford while also paying off a mortgage(抵押贷款) on our ruined house. We looked at many places, but none was satisfactory. We’d begun to accept that we’d have to live in extremely reduced circumstances for a while, when I got a very curious e-mail from a James Kennedy in California. He’d read some pieces I’d written about our sufferings for Slate, the online magazine, and wanted to give us (“no conditions attached”) a new house across the lake from New Orleans.

It sounded too good to be true, but I replied, thanking him for his exceptional generosity, that we had no plans to go back. Then a poet at the University of Florida offered to let his house to me while he went to England on his one-year paid leave. The rent was rather reasonable. I mentioned the poet’s offer to James Kennedy, and the next day he sent a check covering our entire rent for eight months.

Throughout this painful experience, the kindness of strangers has done much to bring back my faith in humanity. It’s almost worth losing your worldly possessions to be reminded that people are really nice when given half a chance.

【1】The garage employee’s attitude toward the author was that of ____.

A．unconcern

B．sympathy

C．doubt

D．tolerance

【2】What do we know about James Kennedy?

A．He was a writer of an online magazine.

B．He was a poet at the University of Florida.

C．He offered the author a new house free of charge.

D．He learned about the author’s sufferings via e-mail.

【3】It can be inferred from the text that____.

A．the author’s family was in financial difficulty.

B．rents were comparatively reasonable despite the disaster.

C．houses were difficult to find in the hurricane-stricken area.

D．the mortgage on the ruined house was paid off by the bank.

【4】The author learned from his experience that ____.

A．worldly possessions can be given up when necessary.

B．generosity should be encouraged in some cases.

C．people benefit from their sad stories.

D．human beings are kind after all.

27、   For the first time since local extinction in 1996, Nubian giraffes have returned to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve in northeastern Uganda. Fifteen of this vitally endangered animals were moved over 400 km from Murchison Falls National Park in October 2019.

The 11 female and 4 male giraffes are aged two to four: “We chose younger giraffes because they have a longer reproductive lifespan,” says Robert Aruho, a doctor of Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), who let the move.

Northern Uganda is home to Nubian giraffes. They have large, rectangular blotches (矩形斑点) set irregularly against a cream background. The lower legs are noticeably white and not patterned. Pian Upe’s grassy land held large numbers of giraffes in the 1960s before conflict in the Karamoja region saw them hunted illegally. “The habitat is perfect, and effective anti-hunting measures are now capable of supporting at least 700 individuals,” explains Aruho.

Nubian giraffes are Uganda’s only giraffe species and most of them inhabit Murchison Falls. “We can’t have all our eggs in one basket,” Aruho says, “We have a unique opportunity to act now to prevent them dying out.”

Back in 2015, the UWA moved 15 Nubian giraffes from Murchison Falls to Lake Mburo National Park. After that, 9 of the 10 females quickly became pregnant. From a little over 300 Nubian giraffes in the mid 1990s in Uganda there are now about 1,650. A further 25 giraffes will move from Murchison to Pian Upe in October 2020.

“In Uganda we continue to work closely with the UWA to increase numbers and populations of threatened Nubian giraffes. Boosting existing populations is vital for securing their future in the country,” Aruho says.

【1】Why were younger giraffes moved to Pian Upe Wildlife Reserve?

A.They were in greater danger than the older.

B.It was easier for them to adapt to a new habitat.

C.They would reproduce more in future.

D.It cost less to move younger giraffes there.

【2】Why did the author say “return” in Para. 1?

A.The local didn’t support the movement at first.

B.The giraffes used to live in Pian Upe in the 1960s.

C.The giraffes’ habitats were built a long time ago.

D.People moved all giraffes to escape local conflict.

【3】What is the original intention of the move according to Aruho?

A.It’s better for giraffes to live in different places.

B.700 giraffes is a point of what the reserve affords.

C.Measures should be taken to stop local conflicts.

D.Nubian giraffes look so attractive as to be hunted illegally.

【4】Which chart can describe the move of Nubian giraffes since 2015?

P= Pian Upe  L=Lake Mburo  M= Murchison Falls

A. B.

C. D.

28、There is one type of illness in the world that has a severe effect on more people than anything else and is very deadly. If untreated, this illness could affect everything you do. What is this illness? Depression. Serious depression requires professional treatment. Self-induced depression is something each of us can change.

Everyone’s circumstances are different, but the causes of self-induced depression are common: low self-esteem, hurtful thinking and a bad attitude.

So how can we change the way we think, feel, and have a cheerful attitude?

First we must look at ourselves, truly and honestly examining our motives for what we wish to accomplish. If you are dissatisfied because you feel you haven’t or can’t do anything, then one step is needed—to set goals.

Always start your goals relatively small and easy to attain. Think of them as sand; one grain may be insignificant(微不足道的) but as a group they form the beach. Once you have set and attained small goals for yourself, move on to slightly larger, more challenging goals.It takes not just setting goals but positive thinking. How can we obtain this?

There are a number of factors that can make us think negatively and one of those is diet.In my opinion, a person who eats a lot of take-out and fast food is feeding their body junk. Start by eating better foods which give the body much NEEDED minerals. If your physical body is happy, it’s much easier for your mental body or “thinking ability” to be happy.[

Next, exercise. Half an hour a day is recommended for positive well-being. Then think about good memories you had, or generally think of things that make you smile. Remember, everything you wear costs money but to wear a smile is free. A smile can be the difference between an average day and a great day.

If you follow these steps, positive change is on the way.

【1】Which of the statements about depression is TRUE?

A. Depression is a kind of illness that can’t be cured like some cancer.

B. Depression can all be cured successfully by doctors in an easy way.

C. Those who suffer from depression live in the same circumstances.

D. Those who suffer from depression hold negative attitudes.

【2】According to the passage we can learn that ________.

A. a practical goal can help people to achieve a sense of success

B. we shouldn’t be satisfied with small goals that are insignificant

C. we should avoid challenging goals that may result in failure

D. people can enjoy happiness even if they set inappropriate goals

【3】What can we infer from the reading passage?

A. Those who can achieve small goals can surely achieve big ones.

B. Depression has something to do with the food people eat.

C. You can only exercise half an hour if you want to get rid of depression.

D. Smile makes no sense to the feeling in daily life.

29、   Most of the women I know, including myself, are starved for time. I sometimes try to do  the chores all without asking (or paying) for assistance. I grew up in a household where my parents took care of all the chores including the housekeeping, lawn maintenance (草坪养护), etc. Looking back, I’m sure they had to make sacrifices to do things for my sister and me. But I think we all can agree on time savers as a positive, welcome contribution.

I made a decision about 5 years ago that I would hire a lawn maintenance service, so that Ted didn’t have to spend his time while home on the weekends taking care of our yard. I didn’t think twice about it and still feel it is money well spent. His travel schedule is very busy and by paying for this service, I get to spend more quality time with my significant other!

When it came to doing something similar for myself, I struggled. I kept telling myself that others are able to keep up with much more than my demands & schedule. I cast the idea back and forth of hiring a housekeeper for over three years, before I decided to take the step.

True to my nature I researched my options online, asked some coworkers and friends for recommendations and made a decision to take a meeting with a nationally known chain. I met with one of their sale representative in my house and decided to move forward. She said that she wasn’t there to push the cleaning services. Instead, she was there to tell me how much time I’d save by purchasing her service.

I decided to keep a spring cleaning and then once a month after that. Ultimately I only ended up keeping up this particular service for about 4 months due to some quality concerns, but I would definitely do it again and am in the market for a new housekeeping service. I loved having some time for me and no longer feel guilty for paying.

【1】Why does the author mention his parents in paragraph 1?

A.She wishes her parents to help her do the chores.

B.She thinks the traditional cleaning concept should be changed.

C.She decides to learn from her parents to do the chores by herself.

D.She wants to reward her parents for their sacrifice for her.

【2】What can we learn from paragraph 2 and 3?

A.The author had to take care of the yard before she paid for the service.

B.The author’s husband was not willing to do the housework.

C.The author paid for the service for herself without hesitation.

D.The author loves her husband very much.

【3】What touched the author and made her decide to buy the service for herself?

A.Her coworkers and friends persuaded her.

B.The quality of the service is perfect.

C.The service can save her a lot of time.

D.The price of the service is lower than any others.

【4】What does the author mainly intend to tell us?

A.Women should take more responsibility for the household.

B.We should choose the cleaning services carefully.

C.To save time, it is worth paying for the cleaning services.

D.It’s important to keep the house clean and tidy.

30、Little Free Library (LFL) steward Sandy Freel has a rare disease. Some days are more ________ for her to see things than others. “The doctor says I will be ________ within five years,” said Sandy. She also recently ________ her husband.

She ________ an LFL in memory of her husband, as they both loved to ________. One day, while walking in her neighborhood, Sandy ________ an old bench that she thought would make a nice addition to her ________. When she asked the gentleman who ________ the bench if it was for sale, he ________ and told her that his wife who had passed away used to sit on it, drinking coffee and reading books.

Sandy ________ understood why he wasn’t prepared to give it up, but told him that ________ he ever changed his mind she would love to buy it so that people would sit on it while reading in her LFL. Although full of ________, he still told her that he would ________ it to her LFL that Sunday so that he could also stop there to sit when he walked his dog. They both had tears in their eyes. “Now we both have a place to sit and ________ our loved ones,” said Sandy.

After starting her LFL, she felt like she had a new purpose again. “I would encourage anyone to stop by and experience the joy of books, which are gifts to people who may feel low and need a ________,” Sandy said.

【1】

A．difficult

B．puzzling

C．convenient

D．relaxing

【2】

A．dumb

B．blind

C．lame

D．deaf

【3】

A．left

B．met

C．supported

D．lost

【4】

A．joined

B．recreated

C．approached

D．founded

【5】

A．design

B．travel

C．read

D．sing

【6】

A．cleaned up

B．came across

C．looked for

D．fixed up

【7】

A．house

B．garden

C．balcony

D．library

【8】

A．painted

B．required

C．produced

D．owned

【9】

A．hesitated

B．panicked

C．agreed

D．admitted

【10】

A．hardly

B．typically

C．immediately

D．fortunately

【11】

A．if

B．before

C．since

D．unless

【12】

A．courage

B．unwillingness

C．gratitude

D．suspicion

【13】

A．check

B．purchase

C．take

D．change

【14】

A．persuade

B．remember

C．admire

D．tolerate

【15】

A．lift

B．suggestion

C．promotion

D．job

31、Directions：Complete the brochure according to the given Chinese.

Shanghai—an important center of economy, technology, information and culture.

As a noted historic and culture city, Shanghai attracts millions of tourists from home and abroad 【1】(以她独特的风韵). Shanghai is also a paradise for gourmets (美食家); its local cuisine (本帮菜) 【2】(特别受到海外人士的青睐).

The most attractive work of architecture is no other than the Oriental Pearl TV Tower 【3】(坐落于黄浦江畔). Mounting the observation floor and 【4】(环顾四周), you will admire the view of the famous Bund and the charming skyline of the city in the distance, 【5】(流连忘返).

32、Directions: Read the following passage. Summarize the main idea and the main point(s) of the passage in no more than 60 words. Use your own words as far as possible.

The benefits of having a higher education are manifold (多样的) and range from financial to cultural and from common benefits to some unexpected surprises, below you will find a number of reasons which will help to serve as justification for a higher education.

For many high school students, it is hard to imagine what the long-term benefits of a college education might be. College is demanding; the work seems challenging, and meeting all new people seems overwhelming. However, what most young people do not realize is that there is a high likelihood at college that you will find new friends with similar interests and values. You may find yourself developing new interests by getting along with those who have completely different life experiences. An opportunity to get to know your professors can also be counted one of the benefits of having a college education. These intellectuals can be counted on to welcome questions and discussion from students. Therefore, one of the key benefits of a college education is the social bonds created and developed during this unique time in a person’s life.

Besides, the fact that you’ll be building a career for the rest of your life is reason enough to make time for a college education. Indeed, a clear benefit of a college education is that not only will it give you time to better know your likes and dislikes before entering the labor force, it will also enhance the likelihood of a more successful career for you. Many young people are uncertain about a career path at the start of college. This is a time of exploration, and taking the time to explore a variety of college majors is time well spent.

One more justification for higher education could be that it is the best way to enhance yourself in an all-round way. Getting a good education may be the most important price you can pay for your personal advancement, because perhaps more than anything else, what you do with that huge gray material between your ears will determine your future. You never know where your talent could reach. So higher education can provide you with the chance to realize your personal value.

Therefore, never undervalue the benefits of entering a higher education, which surely will bring you something beyond expectation.