2025-2026学年甘肃庆阳高三(上)期末试卷英语

1、A good teacher must __________ to his students the importance of a proper learning method.

A. get through   B. get across

C. get off   D. get over

2、 The German football players left the pitch proudly, after their __________ 7-1 win against Brazil in the 2014 World Cup. In fact, Brazil was regarded as the better team before the match.

A. independent   B. defenseless

C. sensational   D. biased

3、Despite the failure to save every endangered species, we may __________ the majority from extinction.

A. reserve B. preserve   C. deserve D. observe

4、I don’t think ______ possible to master a foreign language without much memory work.

A．that

B．which

C．it

D．this

5、–There is a story here in the paper about a 110-year-old man.

--My goodness! I can’t imagine ______that old. .

A. to be B. to have been

C. being   D. having been

6、The international community should make every effort together to   the barriers of fear and unfriendliness which divide the two countries.

A. break out   B. break down

C. break through   D. break into

7、______ is no longer too difficult for women and minorities ______ roles in American film and television.

A．What; to get

B．It; to get

C．That; getting

D．Who; getting

8、The programmer, ________ job was to write programs for computers, had a bad cold.

A．whose

B．that

C．which

D．whom

9、Mr. Green stood up in defence of the 16-year old boy，_________ that he was not the one ____________.

A．said; blamed

B．saying; to blame

C．to say; to be blamed

D．saying; blaming

10、You shouldn’t keep silent when ____

A.speaking B.spoken to C.spoken D.speaking to

11、The experts________ that the animal was a puma, but where had it come from?

A．convinced

B．had convinced

C．were convinced

D．were convincing

12、Asia and Europe, being two different areas, are ________ together by mountains and rivers.

A．divided

B．linked

C．impressed

D．defeated

13、However，I lost sight of Wang Ping when we reached ________ looked like a large market because of too many carriages flying by in all directions.

A.that B.which C.as D.what

14、Jenny nearly missed the flight ________ doing too much shopping.

A．because

B．as a result of

C．result from

D．result in

15、Those who continuously acquire new knowledge that they can ______ their work are more likely to succeed.

A. contribute to   B. correspond to

C. submit to   D. apply to

16、I tried to telephone Mary last night, but I couldn’t ________ after trying again and again．

A. get through   B. get off

C. get into   D. get down

17、Things of _____kind come together; people of _____ kind fall into _____ same group.

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

18、They put an__________ in a newspaper looking for rock musicians.

A．map

B．advertise

C．information

D．advertisement

19、Misunderstandings________ from lack of communication，unless________ properly，may lead to serious problems.

A.arisen; dealt with B.arising; dealt with

C.rising; dealing with D.risen; dealing with

20、—I didn’t know your telephone number in Paris; otherwise, I ________ you.

—Oh, I would rather you ________ me.

A. would have called; had called

B. would ring; call

C. would have called; called

D. would ring; had called

21、It's not my________ she didn't come!

A. fake   B. faith

C. fault   D. favor

22、Many books on science ________ since I went to college.

A．have been bought

B．were bought

C．will be bought

D．are bought

23、Men and women are almost equal ______how satisfied they are with their personal looks.

A．on behalf of

B．in contrast to

C．in response to

D．in terms of

24、We have only twenty minutes left, so please get to the point and don’t say anything that isn’t ______ to our problem.

A．relevant

B．ambitious

C．precious

D．prosperous

25、The war and the sufferings caused affected him greatly.

A．that

B．which

C．it

D．what

26、We are all called upon to make a speech at some point in life, but most of us don’t do a very good job. This article gives some suggestions on how to give an effective speech.

You have to give a speech, and you’re terrified. You get nervous, you forget what you want to say, you stumble(结巴) over words, you talk too long, and you bore your audience. Later you think, “Thank goodness, it’s over. I’m just no good at public speaking. I hope I never have to do that again.”

Cheer up! It doesn’t have to be that bad. Here are some simple steps to take the pain out of speech making. Ask yourself the purpose of your speech. What is the occasion(场合)? Why are you speaking? Then, gather as many facts as you can on your subject. Spend plenty of time doing your research. Then spend plenty of time organizing your material so that your speech is clear and easy to follow. Use as many examples as possible, and use pictures, charts, and graphs if they will help you make your points more clearly. Never forget your audience. Don’t talk over their heads, and don’t talk down to them. Treat your audience with respect. They will appreciate your thoughtfulness.

Just remember: be prepared. Know your subject, your audience, and the occasion. Be brief. Say what you have to say and then stop. And be yourself. Let your personality come through so that you make person-to-person contact with your audience.

If you follow these simple steps, you’ll see that you don’t have to be afraid of public speaking. In fact, you may find the experience so enjoyable that you volunteer to make more speeches! You’re not convinced yet? Give it a try and see what happens.

【1】The main idea of this article is that   .

A. you can improve your speaking ability

B. a poor speaker can never change

C. you should always make a short speech

D. it is hard to make a speech

【2】 Paragraph 2 implies that   .

A. many people are afraid of giving a speech

B. many people are happy to give a speech

C. many people do not prepare for a speech

D. many people talk to long

【3】The phrase “talk over their heads” means   .

A. speaking too loudly

B. looking at the ceiling

C. looking down upon them

D. using words and ideas that are too difficult

【4】 The title for this passage may be “   ”.

A. Do Not Make a Long Speech

B. How to Give a Good Speech

C. How to Prepare for a Speech

D. Try to Enjoy a Speech

27、Before the dark cloud cast a shadow over my life, I was a 39-year-old woman who enjoyed traveling, listening to jazz music and reading. Then my whole life changed. On November 10th 2019, I awoke from sleep with the worst headache of my life. I was rushed to hospital and diagnosed with brain aneurysm (动脉瘤)! After emergency surgery, I lay on the bed feeling shocked and lost. Yet, I knew I had to face the music.

Nine months later, my doctor recommended I start cycling to help flood my brain with oxygen, which benefited my physical recovery. I hadn’t used one in almost two decades, so I was scared. However, with the support of my wonderful cheerleader, Brian, my husband, I got on a bike cautiously. After only three minutes, I was tired and my hands were shaking. I felt powerless and wanted to give up, but Brian encouraged me with smiling eyes. I rode for a few minutes, stopped to rest and rode again. Little by little I could ride continuously for ten minutes! My husband joked I deserved the first prize!

Now, I ride whenever I have the energy. Usually, I get on the bike a few times a week. Last year I participated in a benefit ride for the local school. I enjoy traveling internationally, but haven’t had the opportunity to do so since my surgeries. I hope to one day be able to ride in another country. Until then, though, I’ll participate annually in the Good Old Summertime Classic and continue my local routes.

Biking not only restores my body but also my soul. It feels empowering to take charge of my body and life again. I know I will ride on.

【1】What does the underlined phrase “face the music” in paragraph 1 refer to? :

A．Enjoy jazz music.

B．Accept the fact.

C．Lose the feeling.

D．Have the surgery.

【2】How was the author’s first biking after the surgery?

A．She quit halfway.

B．She felt disappointed.

C．She made it.

D．She got the first prize.

【3】What does the author expect to do for the future?

A．To help the local school.

B．To go cycling abroad.

C．To have enough energy.

D．To participate in local routes.

【4】What can we learn from the author’s story?

A．One is never too old to learn.

B．Love breaks down barriers.

C．Exercise is the best medicine.

D．Happiness lies in good health.

28、Washington, D.C. Bicycle Tours

Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.

Duration: 3 hours

This small group bike tour is a fantastic way to see a world-famous cherry trees with beautiful flowers of Washington, D.C. Your guide will provide a history lesson about the trees and the famous monuments where they blossom. Reserve your spot before availability—the cherry blossoms—disappear!

Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour

Duration: 3 hours (4 miles)

Join a guided bike tour and view some of the most popular monuments in Washington, D.C. Explore the monuments and memorials on the National Mall as your guide shares unique facts and history at each stop. Guided tour includes bike, helmet, cookies and bottled water.

Capital City Bike Tour in Washington, D.C.

Duration: 3 hours

Morning or Afternoon, this bike tour is the perfect tour for D.C. newcomers and locals looking to experience Washington, D.C. in a healthy way with minimum effort. Knowledgeable guides will entertain you with the most interesting stories about presidents, congress, memorials, and parks. Comfortable bikes and a smooth tour route make cycling between the sites fun and relaxing.

Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour

Duration: 3 hours (7miles)

Join a small group bike tour for an evening of exploration in the heart of Washington, D.C. Get up close to the monuments and memorials as you bike the sites of Capitol Hill and the National Mall. Frequent stops are made for photo taking as your guide offers unique facts and history. Tour includes bike, helmet, and bottled water. All riders are equipped with reflective vests and safety lights.

【1】Which tour do you need to book in advance?

A.Washington Capital Monuments Bicycle Tour. B.Cherry Blossom Bike Tour in Washington, D. C.

C.Capital City Bike Tour in Washington, D. C.  D.Washington Capital Sites at Night Bicycle Tour.

【2】What will you do on the Capital City Bike Tour?

A.Enjoy interesting stories. B.Go to a national park.

C.Visit well-known museums. D.Meet famous people.

【3】Which of the following does the bicycle tour at night provide?

A.City maps. B.Cameras. C.Safety lights. D.Meals.

29、Top experts in the field of geology can be found working at the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Their web page on earthquake prediction starts: “Neither the USGS nor any other scientific institution has ever predicted a major earthquake. We do not know how to do so, nor do we expect to know how to do so, anytime in the foreseeable future.” If we can predict hurricanes, floods and tornadoes to different degrees of reliability, why can’t we predict when the next big earthquake will likely happen? What else can scientists do if they are so difficult to predict?

An effective earthquake prediction includes four components: the date, time, location, and the magnitude. To determine how a possible early warning sign translates into these factors requires scientists to either look for patterns in previous earthquakes or create complicated mathematical models of the movement of known tectonic plates (地壳结构版块).

For the first case, scientists have attempted to link multiple natural factors that appeared before earthquakes in the past with the earthquake itself. These factors include rising levels of ground water, changes in electromagnetic activity, and even unusual animal behaviors.

However, even if scientists can draw connections between these changes in nature and earthquakes, very little evidence has been collected to suggest that one event must happen alongside another. Another difficulty is that small earthquakes and large ones start exactly the same way. Thus, there is no simple solution to identifying whether an early warning sign predicts a major, destructive quake or a tiny tremble. Without enough evidence, scientists may instead attempt to model specific fault lines (断层线). However, this is incredibly challenging, given the difficulty in studying how rocks and minerals behave at the increased temperatures and pressures toward the Earth’s core. Even though geologists have drilled deep holes to study the conditions, such efforts are expensive and not at all easy to accomplish.

【1】According to the passage, which may help predict earthquakes?

A．River water.

B．Close observations.

C．Movement of any plate.

D．Strange activities of dogs.

【2】What can we infer from the last paragraph?

A．Studying rocks is full of challenge.

B．Natural changes don’t affect each other.

C．Scientific models are expensive to build.

D．Early warning signs don’t imply earthquakes’ strength.

【3】How does the passage develop?

A．By making contrast.

B．By analyzing reasons.

C．By describing the process.

D．By giving specific examples.

【4】What is the purpose of the passage?

A．To inform readers of earthquake prediction limitations.

B．To argue against a popular scientific belief.

C．To explore how to forecast earthquakes.

D．To compare models of earthquake study.

30、This was the first Thanksgiving without Grandma. Mom told James they would go to Aunt Amy’s for Thanksgiving, _______ that Aunt Amy was a vegetarian and that she would make “turkey” out of _______. James didn’t want to _______ vegetarian Thanksgiving at Aunt Amy’s house. He wanted things to be the _______ they used to be at Grandma’s. James would always help Grandma cook the meal, and she’d tell him about Thanksgiving when she was a girl.

“Will you tell me Grandma’s story when she was a/(an) _______?” James said before he went to bed. Mom smiled, “You would tell it _______. And I found something at Grandma’s that might help you.” She left the room and came back with a journal.

James read the tag on the journal: For James, who loves _______ as much as I do. Write what is in your _______. Love, Grandma.

“She _______ it for your birthday, but I think you need it early.” Mom said. James opened the ________ and stared at the blank page for a while. Then he began to write.

The next day, at Aunt Amy’s, James felt a lump (硬块) in his ________ when he saw the table ________ with Grandma’s china. James looked at the tofu turkey Aunt Amy put on his plate. He took a small ________ anyway and was surprised. “It’s not bad.” he said. James ________ around. It wasn’t Grandma’s house, but it was ________ “Hey, everybody, want to hear a story?”

【1】

A．noticing

B．informing

C．adding

D．pointing

【2】

A．pumpkin

B．corn

C．chicken

D．tofu

【3】

A．try

B．enjoy

C．serve

D．have

【4】

A．method

B．way

C．mean

D．approach

【5】

A．kid

B．farmer

C．adult

D．mother

【6】

A．more

B．better

C．easier

D．faster

【7】

A．Thanksgivings

B．festivals

C．stories

D．cooking

【8】

A．house

B．heart

C．textbook

D．school

【9】

A．meant

B．sent

C．found

D．posted

【10】

A．box

B．book

C．brochure

D．journal

【11】

A．eyes

B．throat

C．stomach

D．mouth

【12】

A．set

B．placed

C．put

D．located

【13】

A．sight

B．smell

C．bite

D．taste

【14】

A．talked

B．turned

C．looked

D．walked

【15】

A．party

B．family

C．dinner

D．feast

31、根据新概念原文填入正确的单词或短语,每空填一个单词或短语。

We have just moved into a new house and I have been working hard all morning. I have been trying to get my new room 【1】. This has not been easy because I own over a thousand books. To make matters worse, the room is rather small, so I have temporarily put my books on the floor. A short while ago, my sister helped me to carry one of my old bookcases up the stairs. She went into my room and got a big surprise 【2】 she saw all those books on the floor. This is the 【3】 carpet I have ever seen, she said.

32、阅读下面短文，根据其内容写一篇60词左右的内容概要。

There are times when nothing seems to be working in our favor. We may use complaining as a coping mechanism (办法) when we are truly unhappy. However, there are many times when we don’t try our best and just want things to work our way. We may try to cover our faults by complaining about the unfairness of it all. These are expressive complaints where the complainer just wants to let out his/her anger or frustration, with no real intention of solving the problem. The complainer expects pity and recognition from the listeners although the results often disappoint him/her.

Sometimes, we use complaints as a conversation starter. Conversations that start with a complaint often have a domino effect(多米诺效应). It may cause the listener to include his/her complaints in the conversation as well, which makes you think that you are not the only one facing problems. However, your good feeling won’t last long as long as you are always focusing on the negative.

When complaining becomes a habit, you complain to anyone that comes around. Negativity that comes from complaining kills creativity and innovation (创新). Habitual complainers are less likely to come up with new ideas, as they are busy finding faults and discourage others from trying new things by making them feel that they won’t work. When you spend time with people who constantly complain, you are likely to view things in a negative light. This will make things worse. This can affect the way you perceive your own situation, and even the people around you.

Though expressing your feelings may momentarily(片刻地) improve your state of mind, it could sometimes have a bad effect on the listener’s state of mind. A recent study has shown that at social gatherings while people who are unhappy may join you when you play the victim at the beginning, the majority would start avoiding you because of your negativity.

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