曲靖2025-2026学年第二学期期末教学质量检测试题(卷)高三英语

1、Nowadays people are more likely to go to ______ mall than visit the tailor when shopping for clothes, so tailors have adapted to _________ new reality.

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

2、As ______ healthier lifestyle is being promoted, the bicycle has also become a tool that keeps people on ______ go.

A.the; a B.a; a

C.a; the D.a; /

3、--Has James finished his report on his Enquiry Learning yet？

--I’m not sure．She _________ on it last week．

A．was working B．has worked

C．worked  D．had worked

4、----You should have told her about the meaning of the gesture.

----I meant ______, but I had some unexpected guests.

A. to     B. to have     C. to do so D. doing so

5、Of all the books on the desk, __________ is of any use for our study.

A．no one

B．nothing

C．none

D．neither

6、______ made the dining room extra special is its polished wooden floor.

A. What B.That C.Who D. Which

7、We won’t forget the heroes ________ lost their lives while fighting against a forest fire.

A.who B.whose C.when D.why

8、—Would you mind moving over a little? I have to pass here.

—________ I’d like to help.

A．Not in the slightest.

B．Don’t mention it.

C．Never mind.

D．At your service.

9、Word came __________ Napoleon would come to inspect them.

A.when B.why C.how D.that

10、To tell you ________ truth, I went through the day with my mind in ________ fog.

A.the; / B./; a C.a; the D.the; a

11、China's most celebrated martial art novelist and essayist, Jin Yong, under________influence many people have become interested in martial arts, passed away in a Hongkong hospital.

A.his B.whose C.which D.whom

12、What made them miss the deadline was not their lack of funding, but ______ their lack of planning.

A. even   B. still

C. rather   D. ever

13、Despite Johnson’s being green at his job, the work he did was ________ and thus won the manager’s approval.

A.familiar B.demanding C.adequate D.primitive

14、A recent study, while showing a generally positive attitude toward the new industry, also suggests a widespread concern _________ it may be “running out of control”.

A.that B.when C.while D.if

15、He used to _________ in the sun, but now he is used to __________ in the library.

A.read; read B.reading; reading C.reading; read D.read; reading

16、From the newspaper report， we learn about the stories of many who returned to Wuhan for Spring Festival in January and was ______ there due to the city lockdown.

A.caught up B.set up C.held up D.brought up

17、The managers discussed the plan that they would like to see ________ the next year.

A.carried on B.carried out C.carried off D.carried over

18、When everyone came into the house, he was found ________ on the floor.

A．lain

B．lying

C．being lain

D．lie

19、Although he did not do it___________, he definitely had some responsibility.

A．instantly

B．deliberately

C．accidentally

D．casually

20、________ being famous might sound like a dream come true, today’s star, feeling like zoo animals, face pressures that few of us can imagine.

A. If   B. Since   C. Until   D. Although

21、In a touching story, a family was shocked to find that a stranger had secretly paid for more than half of their Christmas gifts.

When Ayers went to make a payment toward the $283 balance for her family’s Christmas gifts at Walmart, her money was refused. According to a Walmart employee, a woman had paid a part of Ayers’ bill after seeing her shopping in the store. The unknown woman also left Ayers a touching note, which left the mother of two in tears.

Ayers, whose sons are 11 and 3, says the stranger’s great generosity came at the perfect time for her family. Before the anonymous payment was made, Ayers had worried she would not be able to get her kids’ toys in time for Christmas.

Ayers is still looking for the woman who helped pay for their Christmas gifts for her kids. She took a picture of her receipt with the headline: This stranger paid 4 gifts for us. I wish I could thank her for helping give our kids a Merry Christmas!

For thousands of families like Ayers’, feeling this financial pressure around Christmastime is nothing new. These families who still have a roof over their heads and food on their tables often slip through the cracks — they can afford all the necessities, but the “extras” are harder to come by. Considering that Americans are estimated to spend $882 on Christmas gifts this year, it makes sense that a family with a few financial problems would have a hard time filling the stockings for their kids.

Realizing how common this Christmas problem really is makes Ayers’ story even more special. These random acts of kindness around the holidays, often from nameless strangers, can determine what a family’s Christmas looks like. Christmas may not be all about the material stuff, but for families, and especially for kids, it’s the little things that can make the biggest difference.

【1】Why did the Walmart employee refuse Ayers’ money?

A. She was too poor to afford it.

B. Her money was not enough.

C. Someone had paid for her.

D. The charismas gifts were free.

【2】Why is Ayers still looking for the nameless woman?

A. To say thanks to her.

B. To pay her money back.

C. To praise her online.

D. To make friends with her.

【3】 Which of the following best describes families like Ayers’?

A. They value Christmas very much.

B. They try their best to buy kids gifts.

C. They hate to spend Christmas.

D. They live from hand to mouth.

【4】What’s the author’s attitude towards the acts of kindness?

A. Praiseful. B. Helpful.

C. Troublesome. D. Useless.

22、Come to the AG Society’s expedition (探险) program and you will surely get unique experiences!

【1】If you join in LIGHTNING RIDGE FOSSIL DIG, you can ________.

A. go to seek new fossils individually

B. learn something about mining history

C. collect the world-class scientific fossils

D. become an expert and go to special locations

【2】What can you do if you take part in AG DEVIL ARK EXPEDITION?

A. Help protect wildlife.

B. Learn about dinosaurs.

C. Watch humpback whales.

D. Enjoy an exciting voyage.

【3】Which program will you choose if you want to enjoy rock art?

A. AG DEVIL ARK EXPEDITION.

B. LIGHTNING RIDGE FOSSIL DIG.

C. 11-DAY KIMBERLEY COAST CRUISE.

D. SWIM WITH THE HUMPBACKS OF TONGA.

23、New York City: the Big Apple

New York City is known by many nicknames (昵称)——such as “the City that Never Sleeps” or “Gotham”- but the most popular one is probably “the Big Apple. Although uses of the phrase are documented in the early 1900s, the term first became popular in the 1920s when John J. Fitz Gerald, a sports writer, started a column about horse racing called “Around the Big Apple.” However, it wasn’t until a tourism campaign in the 1970s that the nickname came to be related to New York City.

Mumbai: the City of Dreams

With an estimated population of 18. 4 million people, Mumbai is one of the most populous cities in India. Mumbai is not only the financial center of India but also the home of Bollywood, one of the most popular Indian movie industries, making this city a particularly appealing place to move to. The opportunities here are endless, which is why Mumbai is often referred to as “the City of Dreams.”

Sydney: Harbour City

Located on the southeastern coast of Australia, Sydney is a city that takes advantage of its location. Once a major port city, Sydney is sometimes called “Harbour City” in honor of this real estate. People enjoy hitting the beach to go surfing or snorkeling (浮潜), and one of the most recognizable buildings, the Sydney Opera House, is right on the harbor!

Paris: the City of Love

Whether it’s because French is considered the “language of love” or because of the romantic walks along the Seine River, Paris has distinguished itself as the “City of Love.” Paris has long attracted those with labors of love, such as writers and artists. Love can be found everywhere, from its cozy cafes to the Arts bridge, to which couples in the early 2000s attached locks to demonstrate their commitment to one another.

【1】When did New York City begin to be called “the Big Apple”?

A．In the 2000s.

B．In the 1970s.

C．In the 1920s.

D．In the 1900s.

【2】What is special about Mumbai?

A．It offers countless chances.

B．It favors those labors with dream.

C．It gains popularity among the young.

D．It makes your financial dreams come true.

【3】Which city may be appealing to an ocean sports fan?

A．New York City.

B．Mumbai.

C．Sydney.

D．Paris.

24、The topic “slash youth”,   referring to those refusing to be defined or bound by just one personal identity and choosing to undertake multiple careers, has fueled heated debate on social media. On Douban, a Chinese social networking platform, the topic has attracted about 11,000posts and has been viewed over 400 million times. China’s young people are keen to share their slash youth stories online, presenting themselves as multiple and sometimes distinct identities, such as a nurse and model, a teacher and stand-up comedian, and an engineer and musician.

Xing Eryang, a 31-year-old female resident in Beijing, founded the Douban topic in 2021.While staying diligent about her daytime work, she is developing her hobbies, including stand-up comedy and vlogging, into secondary careers during her spare time. And she is amazed to find her “slash life” philosophy followed by so many of her peers.

Weiheng, a 26-year-old woman in Guangzhou, and Tang Yuhan, a 27-year-old man in Xuancheng city, Anhui province, are both participants in the topic, with their stories earning thousands of likes so far. The two are both musicians in their spare time, even though they are thousands of miles apart and have different jobs in media and finance. Their passion for music has grown since college and they didn’t abandon their enthusiasm, even after entering the workplace.

Their reaction showed the gap between the young and former generations. “My parents used to say,   ‘music cannot earn you money’,   so the band thing was regarded as a waste of time. However,   we want to pursue whatever we love and are willing to pay for it.” says Weiheng.

“The ‘slash life’ mania(狂热)shows that, along with China’s economic development, our society is becoming more and more diversified and inclusive, and it welcomes everyone’s self-fulfillment,” says Shi Yanrong, an   associate researcher from Tianjin Academy of Social Sciences. “Young people no longer have to rely on work and money for their sense of self-worth. They tend to practice a carpe diem(活在当下)philosophy and create their own identities.”

【1】What are “slash youth” more likely to do?

A．Create a topic on Douban.

B．Take diverse occupations.

C．Become a stand-up comedian.

D．Share their own stories online.

【2】Which of the following amazes Xing Eryang?

A．Other young people’s positive response.

B．Hobbies developed while working.

C．The growing social networking platform.

D．Thousands of likes earned on Douban.

【3】What did Weiheng and Tang Yuhan do to pursue their musical career?

A．They sent their stories online to gain more funds.

B．They shared similar interests in both their hobbies and jobs.

C．They never lost passion for music even if they had to quit college.

D．They stuck with their dream despite the older generation’s opinion.

【4】According to Shi Yanrong, what is our society’s attitude to the “slash life”?

A．Doubtful.

B．Supportive.

C．Unfavorable.

D．Indifferent.

25、   There are many theories about the beginning of drama in ancient Greece. The one most widely accepted today is based on the ____ that drama evolved from ritual( 宗教仪式). The argument for this view goes as follows. In the beginning, human beings ____ the natural forces of the world -even the seasonal changes-as unpredictable, and they sought through various means to ____ these unknown and feared powers. Those measures which appeared to ____ the desired results were then kept and repeated until they changed into ____ rituals. ____ stories arose which explained or masked the mysteries of the rituals. As times passed, some rituals were ____, but the stories, later called myths, continued to exist and provided material for art and drama.

Those who believed that drama evolved out of ritual also argue that those rituals contained the ____ of theatre because music, dance, masks, and ____ were almost always used. ____, a suitable site had to be provided for performances and _____the entire community did not participate, a(n) ____ division was usually made between the “area of acting” and the “area in which an audience sits”. Besides, there were performers, and, since considerable importance was ____ to avoiding mistakes in the practice of rituals, religious leaders usually ____ that task. Wearing masks and costumes, they often imitated (模仿) other people, animals, or supernatural beings, and mimed (用哑剧表演出) the ____ effect―success in hunt or battle, the coming rain, the revival of the Sun- ____ an actor might. Eventually such dramatic representatives were separated from ____ activities.

Another theory traces the theater’s origin from the human interest in ____. According to this view, tales about the hunt, war or other things are told and gradually spread. ____ through the use of action and dialogue by a narrator and then through the assumption of each of the roles by a different person. A closely related theory traces theater to those dances that are primarily gymnastic or that are ____ of animal movements and sounds.

【1】A.background B.assumption C.evidence D.theory

【2】A.viewed B.employed C.clarified D.dismissed

【3】A.take B.possess C.guarantee D.control

【4】A.start B.show C.bring D.continue

【5】A.usual B.direct C.convincing D.fixed

【6】A.Apparently B.Actually C.Eventually D.Naturally

【7】A.spread B.abandoned C.followed D.celebrated

【8】A.seed B.content C.myth D.history

【9】A.costumes B.routines C.instructions D.performances

【10】A.As a result B.In fact C.On the contrary D.In addition

【11】A.when B.how C.unless D.while

【12】A.deep B.equal C.clear D.extra

【13】A.attached B.related C.committed D.tied

【14】A.put up B.took up C.took on D.put on

【15】A.unexpected B.unpredicted C.prepared D.desired

【16】A.whenever B.as C.whatever D.so

【17】A.social B.political C.economic D.religious

【18】A.accounts B.story-telling C.descriptions D.drama-writing

【19】A.at that time B.at a time C.at first D.at once

【20】A.imitations B.creatures C.presentations D.exhibitions

26、阅读下面文字，并按照要求用英语写一篇150词左右的文章。

As many as one in seven recent graduates in Britain may have cheated by using essay mils (论文工坊) during the last four years, according to a recent study. Essay mills, also known as “constrict cheating”, refers to companies offering essay-writing services for a fee which is hard to-spot since the essays are written by humans or even tailored. Some British universities have seen' decline in transitional plagiarism (剿窃) but this is now being replaced by constrict cheating, figures show.

Experts have warned that essay mills have become more common, not only in Britain, but also across the world in recent years, with labor being outsourced to unemployed university graduates in counties like Kenya, India and Pakistan. Dr. Irene, academician manager at Coventry University and vice president European Network for Academic Integrity, said these figures are just the tip of the iceberg since so many instances go unnoticed. She added that students are being “bombarded (轰炸)” with advertisements for essay mills on social media as well as on campus.

The number of students using essay mills at different British universities

[写作内容]

1.以大约30词概括所给文字和图表的内容；

2.简述“论文工坊”可能造成的影响(至少两点)；

3.就如何应对“论文工坊”，提出你的建议(至少两点)。

[写作要求]

1.写作过程中不能直接引用原文语句；

2.作文中不能出现真实姓名和学校名称；

3.不必写标题。

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