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2023-2024学年高三下学期三模试题
英语
注意事项：
1．答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名和座位号填写在答题卡上。
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3．考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分 20 分）
1．What does the man mean
A．He cannot help. B．He has lost his way. C．He is not interested.
2．What will the man do in the afternoon
A．Visit a customer. B．Go to the airport. C．Eat in a restaurant.
3．What time of day is it now
A．Morning. B．Afternoon. C．Evening.
4．What is the man going to do
A．Check in. B．Take a rest. C．Have a meal.
5．What does the woman need to buy
A．A box. B．A desk. C．A TV.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题
6．What’s the weather like now
A．Sunny. B．Rainy. C．Windy.
7．What will the speakers do this afternoon
A．Watch movies. B．Play cards. C．Play badminton.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
8．What is the relationship between the speakers
A．Strangers. B．Roommates. C．Neighbors.
9．What will the woman probably do next
A．Find a street map. B．Run to catch a bus. C．Walk to the market.
听下面一段独白，回答以下小题。
10．How much did disabled travelers spend in the US in 2018
A．About $45.8 billion. B．About $58.7 billion. C．About $81 billion.
11．What is the best thing about Singapore in Nilesh Joshi’s opinion
A．It enables the disabled to live with dignity.
B．It offers the disabled accessible public transport.
C．Its tourist attractions are free for the disabled.
12．What do we know about John Morris
A．He spoke highly of the hotel rooms in Las Vegas.
B．He buys magazines 3 or 4 times a week.
C．He once lived in Sydney.
13．Where is Julie Jones employed
A．At a hotel. B．In a travel agency. C．In a publishing company.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
14．What did the man do
A．A bank clerk. B．A store owner. C．A school teacher.
15．What is the man’s business now
A．Caring for kids. B．Designing clothes. C．Selling toys.
16．Why won’t the woman work for the man
A．She has already had a good job.
B．She doesn’t have much experience.
C．She doesn’t like dealing with people.
17．What will the man do this weekend
A．Talk to the woman’s sister. B．Go to Julia’s place. C．Work at his store.
听下面一段较长对话，回答以下小题。
18．What is the room like
A．Big but old. B．Big and new. C．Small but new.
19．What will be arranged first
A．The chairs. B．The bed. C．The dressing table.
20．Where will the chairs be put
A．Close to the window. B．In front of the fireplace. C．Behind the dressing table.
第二部分阅读(共两节, 满分50分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2.5分, 满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文,从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
The 2024 “Chinese Bridge” Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreigners across the Globe—Calligraphy and Painting Challenge has been officially announced.
This competition invites painting, calligraphy, and Chinese language enthusiasts from all around the world to take part in this exciting event.
Participants are encouraged to submit their creative themes for the contest, with the theme selection process being determined through public nominations.
If you’re interested, feel free to submit the theme that you believe fits best with the requirements of the competition.
Here are the requirements:
Who Can Apply
The call for creative themes for the Calligraphy and Painting Challenge is open to any Chinese language enthusiasts worldwide, with no limit to age or nationality.
Submission Dates
Submissions will be accepted from June 15, 2024, to 12:00 PM on June 30, 2024(Beijing Time.)
Announcement Date
The selected theme for the Calligraphy and Painting Challenge will be announced on July 1, 2024, which also marks the official start date of the submission period for works under the selected theme.
Submission Methods
Participants can send their theme and related information to chinesebridge@. “Chinese Bridge” also accepts direct messages on its official account on Facebook, Instagram, WeChat, and Weibo.
21．Who can be invited to the competition
A．Tom who is crazy about Spanish.
B．Sandy who is creative in writing.
C．Lucy whose nationality is Chinese.
D．Bill who loves Chinese and calligraphy.
22．On which of the following dates can the participants submit their works
A．June 12, 2024. B．July 1, 2024.
C．June 20, 2024. D．July 15, 2024.
23．What is the purpose of the text
A．To build a competition organization.
B．To provide information about a competition.
C．To announce the opening of a competition.
D．To collect creative themes for a competition.
B
On June 6th Columbia University announced that it will no longer cooperate with US News World Report’s undergraduate rankings. It is the first top institution to do so. Might its departure be the start of a mass departure
Columbia’s decision follows a ranking scandal (丑闻) last year. In February 2022, one of Columbia’s own maths professors accused the college of having used “outdated and/or incorrect data” in several areas.
In the 1980s, potential students started to expand their college search beyond their local area, and it was hard to learn about universities and compare them. Hence, US News began ranking America’s top universities in 1983, and has released its findings annually since 1988.
Universities have put in significant effort to move up in the ratings. Richard Freeland, Northeastern University’s former president, capped class sizes to enhance student engagement and guarantee class quality. Consequently, it moved from 127th in 2003 to 44th this year.
The ranking system used to seem unstoppable. Universities have tried to get rid of it before, only to find that doing so can backfire badly. US News still ranks non-participating universities, using publicly available information, and the data often do not go in their favour. Columbia did not submit data for this year’s analysis, and its ranking fell from second in 2021-22 to 18th in 2022-23.
Recently the mood has begun to change, however, especially among graduate schools. In 2022, of the 15 highest-ranked law schools, only the University of Chicago submitted data.
In May US News announced changes to its ranking methodology. It is moving away from metrics (度量标准) that rely on reputation and towards student outcomes. One way or another, the rankings-and universities more broadly-are in a state of constant change.
24．What is true about the US News undergraduate rankings
A．It faked the information for the ratings.
B．It filled an information gap in the past.
C．It promoted the quality of higher education.
D．It’s been released every year for 40 years.
25．What does the underlined word “capped” in paragraph 4 mean
A．Limited. B．Maintained. C．Increased. D．Doubled.
26．What will happen to a university if it does not cooperate with US News
A．Its information will be removed.
B．It will be excluded from the list forever.
C．Its ranking will probably suffer consequently.
D．It will certainly be charged with using incorrect data.
27．US News undergraduate rankings may focus more on ______________________in the future.
A．the changing mood of universities
B．the instant fame of universities
C．achievements of university graduates
D．scores given by former students
C
Self-driving cars may sound like something from a futuristic sci-fi novel. However, with advanced trials expected from 2021, they are a lot closer to reality than you may think, and they could really help you.
Connected and automated vehicles (also known as CAVs), are vehicles that could perform many of the functions of today’s human drivers in the future. Aware of the potential benefits of the technology from improving road safety and reducing traffic congestion (拥塞), to enabling greater travel independence-the U. K. government has been encouraging the technology.
“However, we won’t get there unless those designing the technology engage properly with a wide range of transport users,” said lain Forbes, head of the Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles.
FLOURISH, one initiative that received government backing, has helped to advance the successful implementation of CAVs in the U. K. by developing services and capabilities which maxi-mise the benefits of driverless vehicles for users and transport authorities.
The project was a collaboration between small and medium companies and large businesses across multiple industries, universities, local authorities and the not-for-profit sector, to investigate how these vehicles might benefit older adults and those with mobility-related conditions.
Mervyn Kohler, an Age U. K. spokesman, believes FLOURISH’s approach will be key to the positive impact self-driving cars have on older adults. “The project’s connectivity findings will also help the users of the future to make real-time journey decisions, responding to live information,” Tracey Poole, FLOURISH’s project manager and transport planning specialist says: “Not only will these vehicles be more inclusive; they will also be safer, more efficient and more environmentally friendly.”
Although safety is one of the big prizes associated with the introduction of self-driving cars, with the vast majority of collisions caused by human error, concerns about their safety are common.
The government is keen to understand the public’s view on CAVs and continues to survey public attitudes. It is also taking big steps towards establishing how our laws and regulations might need to change to support the safe use of self-driving cars.
28．What is the advantage of self-driving cars
A．They guarantee road safety.
B．They remove traffic jams.
C．They provide more freedom of traveling.
D．They get over the elder’s dependence on drivers.
29．What does the underlined word “prizes” in paragraph 7 refer to
A．Awards. B．Achievements.
C．Realization. D．Characteristics.
30．What can we infer about self-driving cars
A．Collisions between self-driving cars can’t be avoided.
B．Self-driving cars are more eco-friendly than today's cars.
C．There is still a way to go before self-driving cars hit the road.
D．People are not worried about the safety problems of self-driving cars.
31．What can be a suitable title for the text
A．CAVs: a substitute for today’s human driver.
B．How do CAVs help people less able to travel
C．FLOURISH: a new project on self-driving cars.
D．Could self-driving cars soon be a reality
D
Imagine you need milk, so you go to the grocery store to pick some up, only to find there are dozens of options. These days, you have to make a decision on not only the percentage of fat you want, but also what source you want your milk to be coming from: cows, soybeans... You have no idea what milk to pick. There are so many choices that you are confused.
This phenomenon is known as the paradox (悖论) of choice and it is becoming a concern in the modern world, where more and more options are becoming easily available to us. While we might believe that being presented with multiple options actually makes it easier to choose one that we are happy with, and thus increases consumer satisfaction, having too many options actually requires more effort to make a decision and can leave us feeling unsatisfied with our choice.
The idea was popularized by American psychologist Barry Schwartz when he published his book, The Paradox of Choice: Why More Is Less. Schwartz, who has long studied the ways in which economics and psychology intersect (交叉), became interested in seeing the way that choices were affecting the happiness of citizens in Western societies. He identified that the range of choices that we have available to us these days is far greater than that people had in the past; however, consumer satisfaction has not increased as much as traditional economics theories might expect.
Schwartz identified that the paradox of choice carries the most consequence for people that are maximizers. Maximizers, unlike satisficers, are concerned with making the best choice instead of simply making a choice that they are happy with. When there are many options available to maximizers, it becomes harder for them to determine which is the best, which can cause them to feel a great deal of regret after they have made a choice.
Instead of believing that freedom of choice is unlimited, Schwartz advocates that the role of psychology and behavioral economics should be to find the kind of limitations on freedom that can lead to the greatest level of happiness within society.
32．What’s the author’s purpose in mentioning buying milk in paragraph 1
A．To lead in the topic.
B．To draw a conclusion.
C．To show that we have more choices when shopping.
D．To indicate that people pay greater attention to health when shopping.
33．What does the paradox of choice suggest
A．More options mean less satisfaction.
B．Consumer satisfaction has greatly increased.
C．People are happy with more choices.
D．Modern people are happier than their ancestors.
34．What can be learned about satisficers
A．They aim for the very best. B．They tend to follow their feelings.
C．They often regret their decisions. D．They have trouble making a decision.
35．What does Schwartz suggest people do
A．Hold on to their beliefs. B．Accept their own behavior.
C．Give up freedom. D．Limit their own choices.
第二节(共5小题;每小题 2.5分,满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后的选项中选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
In a world ruled by hard exercise and complex fitness programs, the simple act of walking is often ignored(忽略). 36 It offers physical and mental benefits that lead to total happiness.
Heart Health and Weight Management
Walking is light heart exercise that helps improve heart health by increasing blood circulation(循环). 37 Besides, regular quick walking supports in weight management by burning calories and improving digestion(消化), making it an excellent choice for those looking to throw away pounds or keep a healthy weight.
Pressure Drop and Clear Mind
Taking a relaxing walk or quick walk has been shown to give off endorphins, the body’s natural ”feel-good” materials. This leads to lower pressure levels, improved feelings, and improved mental health. Walking outdoors in nature or in a peaceful environment can provide a refreshing escape from the daily tasks. 38
Joint(关节)Health and Free Movement
Unlike active sports, walking is soft on the joints, making it a perfect choice for people of all ages and fitness levels. 39 At the same time, it also raises the ability to move freely and easily. Walking regularly can be particularly beneficial to those recovering from pain or looking to prevent problems with joints.
Social Communication and Connection
40 Walking clubs, group climbs, or even simple walking with a friend or family member can provide an opportunity to connect, share experiences, and create lasting memories while at the same time bringing the physical benefits.
A．It helps oil joints and make them stronger.
B．It’s a cheap way to lead a healthier lifestyle.
C．So taking a walk can make your mind relaxed and fresh.
D．A quick walk after meals has been shown to benefit the stomach.
E．It cuts down the risk of heart disease and brings down blood pressure.
F．Walking is useful exercise that can easily be turned into a social activity.
G．However, walking remains one of the easiest and most useful forms of exercise.
第三部分语言运用(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15分)
阅读下面短文,从每题所给的A.B.C.D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Glen Edwards became a hero when he rescued a construction worker trapped on top of a 160-meter-high building.
As a crane (吊车) 41 working on a construction site, Edwards 42 found himself in a life-saving mission when a fire broke out. He recalled how he 43 the trapped worker from his crane’s cabin (驾驶舱), and how he came up with the idea of saving the man by lowerin a cage to him to let him 44 .
However, his attempt to 45 the cage before the man was by no means an easy job, as each post (弹) of wind prevented to throw his crane off balance. Besides, the smoke and flames also added to the difficulty. 46 the great challenges, Edwards refused to give up and fought to 47 control. Luckily, someone on the ground offered 48 on where to land the cage through a radio. Edwards 49 the crane’s movements, inch by inch, until the cage hanged (盘旋) just inches from the edge of the 50 . With determination, Edwards successfully landed the cage.
Eventually, Edwards watched the cage 51 the man away from the horrible fire below and lowering him to safety. The crowd 52 a big round of applause, a tribute (致敬) to the courage and skill 53 by Edwards. He knew that his quick thinking and strong 54 had made all the difference between life and death in the face of disaster.
A GoFundMe page has now been set up to raise money for him —— with organizers 55 people to “buy Glen a beer” for his life-saving efforts.
41．A．engineer B．operator C．cleaner D．salesman
42．A．regularly B．unfortunately C．intentionally D．unexpectedly
43．A．helped B．spotted C．realized D．guided
44．A．escape B．hide C．walk D．slide
45．A．clean B．cover C．position D．open
46．A．Despite B．Without C．For D．From
47．A．switch B．maintain C．lose D．give
48．A．instructions B．problems C．explanations D．courses
49．A．quickened B．described C．adjusted D．repeated
50．A．door B．garden C．crane D．roof
51．A．persuading B．lifting C．warning D．dragging
52．A．went through B．put on C．asked for D．broke into
53．A．displayed B．admitted C．exchanged D．required
54．A．preference B．response C．emotion D．determination
55．A．choosing B．encouraging C．ordering D．teaching
第二节(共10小题;每小题1.5分, 满分15分)
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。
China launched a three-member crew to its orbiting space station on Thursday as part of its 56 (ambition) program that aims to put astronauts on the moon by 2030.
The mission 57 (lead) by Ye Guangfu, a fighter pilot and astronaut who was 58 (previous) part of the Shenzhou-13 crew in 2021. He is joined by astronauts Li Cong and Li Guangsu, 59 are heading into space for the first time.
60 three will spend about six months on the space station. They 61 (conduct) scientific tests, install space debris protection 62 (equip) on the station, carry out payload experiments, and popularize science education, among other things, according to Lin Xiqiang, deputy director of the CMSA．Lin also said China was working toward eventually offering access 63 its space station to foreign astronauts and space tourists.
The country is planning a mission 64 (bring) back samples from Mars around 2030 and three lunar probe missions over the next four years. It also wants to put astronauts on the moon by 2030.
China conducted its first crewed space mission in 2003, 65 (become) the third country after the former Soviet Union and the U. S. to put a person into space using its own resources.
第四部分写作(共两节, 满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
66．2023年12月22日，联合国通过决议，将春节确定为联合国假日，避免在当天安排会议。你校将以“Chinese New Year listed as a UN floating holiday”为主题举办英语征文比赛。请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
(1)说明该举措的意义；
(2)发表对此事的感想。
注意：(1)词数80左右；
(2)请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
参考词汇：floating holiday 浮动假期 resolution 决议
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第二节(满分25分)
67．阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
Summer vacation was finally coming, and Rose couldn’t wait to have a trip with her parents. She recalled the joyful experiences they shared last summer, which filled her with excitement for the upcoming holiday.
“Girls!” Rose heard her father calling. She raced to her big sister’s room, 1ellingherthatDad was calling them, and they rushed downstairs log either. Dad put his arm around Mom and told them that they were going on a trip to the Virunga Mountains of Africa. There were three national parks that they would visit.
Rose and Gina looked at each other. “What ” they said with one voice. Mom told them it would be really exciting to go there on a trip. At 12 years old, Rose would prefer going to an amusement park or a beach. She thought it important to let her parents know she didn’t want to go there but to the beach for a week or two.
“Well,” said Dad, “I have to go for an assignment for the paper. We’re covering the mountain gorillas(大猩猩) because they’re critically endangered these years. So, I thought it’d also be a great place to take a vacation. I’m sure it’ll be very educational for you girls.”
Gina let out a sigh, unable to contain her disappointment. She wanted to say something but Mom interrupted and announced that the trip was set on the next Monday.
“Sit down, both of you.” Dad had on his severe look. “Girls, it’s important for you to know about the world around you. This is a wonderful chance for you to experience and learn an amazing place. Do you know anything about the mountain gorillas ”
The sisters shook their heads.
“Well, get your laptop computer, Gina. I want you to look them up right now,” said Dad, “Rose, there is a book on the bookshelf about the cute mountain gorillas. Find it and read it.”
注意：
1.续写词数应为150个左右：
2.请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
The girls dragged their feet upstairs.
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The next Monday came and the family set out excitedly.
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英语答案
1-5 AABBB 6-10 ABACB
11．A 12．A 13．C
14．A 15．C 16．A 17．A
18．C 19．B 20．A
21．D 22．C 23．B
24．B 25．A 26．C 27．C
28．A 29．B 30．C 31．D
32．A 33．A 34．B 35．D
36．G 37．E 38．C 39．A 40．F
41．B 42．D 43．B 44．A 45．C 46．A 47．B 48．A 49．C 50．D 51．B 52．D 53．A 54．D 55．B
56．ambitious 57．is led 58．previously 59．who 60．The 61．will conduct 62．equipment 63．to 64．to bring 65．becoming
66．One possible version
The Chinese New Year has been officially listed as a UN floating holiday from 2024. The resolution encourages the UN to avoid arranging conference activities on that day. Meanwhile, it aims to enhance interactions between diverse civilizations and reflects the values of diversity and inclusion promoted by the UN.
As a member of our society, I feel proud and honored to see the increasing influence of our civilization. Hopefully, the traditional Chinese holiday featuring family reunion and good wishes for the coming year may help spread the ideas of peace, harmony and sound relationship between man and nature, which are deeply rooted in our civilization.
67．Paragraph 1:
The girls dragged their feet upstairs. They reluctantly complied with their father’s instructions. Gina opened her laptop and began searching for information on mountain gorillas, while Rose found the book and started flipping through the pages, hoping to find something that would spark her interest. As she flipped through the pages, she saw pictures of the gorillas and read about their habitats and behaviors. Meanwhile, Gina was discovering fascinating facts and watching videos of the gentle giants in their natural environment.
Paragraph 2:
The next Monday came and the family set out excitedly. As the plane took off, Rose tried to put aside her initial reluctance and immerse herself in the adventure. The journey was filled with new sights and sounds, and Rose gradually found herself fascinated by the unique ecosystem of the Virunga Mountains. She observed the gorillas from a safe distance, marveled at their strength and agility, and was humbled by their place in the natural world. By the end of the trip, Rose had a newfound respect for nature and its creatures, and was grateful for the opportunity to experience such an educational and eye-opening journey.

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