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静安区高三英语练习卷
I. Grammar and Vocabulary
Section A
Directions: After reading the passage below, fill in the blanks to make the passage coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.
Essential oils are extremely concentrated versions of oily substance that plants produce (1)______ (attract) pollinators. (传粉昆虫) They may be natural, but that doesn't mean they're always healthy or good for everyone.
(2)______ the essential oil is so popular on the cosmetics market is not known. Some people credit its appeal (3)______ its pleasant smell. But one thing is for sure. Essential oils don't cure cancer and there's no solid evidence that they do much of anything else for health.
But people who love essential oils often say that there's an oil for everything. They claim these oils can be useful in a variety of ways. Since long ago, Atlanta Institute for Aromatherapy (4)______(collect) examples of people harmed by essential oils, in an effort to convince oil fans that these things are not always harmless and (5)______ be treated seriously.
In their injury report, people said they got skin burns (6)______ they used the oils in harmless-sounding ways. One woman got blisters(泡) on her back after putting a few drops of sweet orange oil in her bath water. Another applied an oil mixture behind the ears, (7)______ seemed to cause burning.
Some oils, especially (8)______ from citrus(柑橘属的) plants, can cause burns and blisters by sensitizing skin to the sun. Others hurt skin directly. And (9)______(mix) oils with water, which is suggested by many, seldom helps to reduce the harm. Saddest of all are the stories of people who adopted oils as a treatment for skin problems, only to find the condition worsened.
Therefore, some oils may be safe for skin, when appropriately (10)_____(apply). To protect you from any unexpected harm, a tryout is always recommended.
Section B
Directions: Fill in each blank with a proper word chosen from the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need.
A. unnoticed B. decompose C. estimated D. fulfil E. replacement F readily G. launch H. ultimate I. minimize J. hazard K. fibers
The fashion industry today is meeting with sustainability and environmental challenges. As the production of many fashion items is regarded as a(n) ___11 ___ to the environment, designers have to explore innovative ways to reduce waste and ___12___ ecological footprint. Zsofia Kollar, the founder of Human Material Loop, is turning to an unexpected resource to reduce her impact — human hair. The Dutch collects hair cuttings from hairdressers and transforms them into fabric for clothes, curtains, carpets, and furniture.
"Throughout history, we've used a variety of animal ___13___ in clothing, yet our own hair, containing the same keratin protein as wool, often goes ___14___," Kollar says. "Why not treat human hair as we would treat any other valuable clothing material "
Human hair as a bio-material may seem like a strange choice, but it makes perfect sense to Kollar. The ___15___ available waste material requires no land, water, or resources to produce. Her innovation also saves thousands of tons of hair, which would otherwise ___16___ in rubbish landfill.
More importantly, the innovation could significantly reduce the need for artificial materials, which contribute to micro-plastic pollution. Additionally, the fabric could serve as a(n) ___17___ for natural materials like cotton, whose production requires large quantities of water.
The designer's process involves treating the cut hair with environmentally friendly chemicals. These chemicals help clean the hair and change its property. Kollar says the final product can be colored any color, except white, and be knitted into a fabric that looks and feels like wool.
"Many times if people hear the clothing material is made out of human hair, they’re like, ‘What!’” Kollar said. “But if I just show them the sample, they’re like ‘Oh, it’s cool.’”
Human Material Loop, which was founded not long ago, is still in its early stages. But Kollar has already partnered with a high-end fashion label to ___18___ eco-friendly fashion collections. The designer's ___19___ dream is to transform a quarter of global salon waste, a(n) ___20___ 550,000 tons of human hair, into clothes annually.
II. Reading Comprehension
Section A
Directions: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.
My greatest fear when growing up in a French countryside was that my English mother would speak to me in public in her native tongue loudly. I would feel ___21___ when she used English on the way back from school. Speaking a different language made her, and even me, look strange.
The linguistic(语言的) ___22___ of different languages during my childhood was held in place by numerous artificial divisions. English was the language spoken within the four walls of our home. French was for school, and generally everything outside the family. Then there was Italian, a language I associated with my father, and a language which I ___23___ regular visits to Italy.
Behind these linguistic boundaries was my need to stay secure whatever the environment. On trips to England to visit my mother’s family, I kept my French under ___24___. In Italy, I stuck to topics I knew well, in case a random English or French word would reveal my hybrid(混合的) nature. Safe identity was the three-sided ___25___.
However, after fully experiencing every benefit of my trilingual background, I became a father myself. Assuming that speaking to my London-born children in French would naturally make them bilingual, I acted without ___26___. Of course, introducing French into the family has undoubtedly been an additional ___27___. It disturbs mealtimes and sets off ___28___ conversations, pitting my French against everyone else’s English. It makes the children feel they are being ___29___ with a native French speaker checking on them all along. And, despite their growing comprehension of French, they’ll find any ___30___ to walk a few steps behind me on the way to school to avoid a conversation in French. But I am persisting. I keep talking with them in French. And without intentional efforts, with the family occasionally talking in Italian, a third language is also integrating itself ___31___into my children’s language web. Finally, the linguistic ___32___ of my upbringing has been copied on my children.
No one can deny the role of English in today’s interconnected world. Its domination, ___33___, is not to rob my children of the freedom to speak other languages. Actually the popularity of English makes it even urgent for speakers to learn foreign languages, or they will have no linguistic ___34___ in a competitive world. And my persistence in exposing my children to various languages is my way of showing that the multiplicity and ___35___ of the world matter, after all.
21.A. regretful B. ashamed C. unique D. refreshed
22.A. co-hosting B. co-existence C. co-delivery D. co-authoring
23.A. traded for B. enclosed with C. equipped with D. restricted to
24.A. wraps B. guidance C. way D. construction
25.A. evolution B. controversy C. mask D. conquer
26.A. hesitation B. expense C. rhythm D. notice
27.A. negotiation B. routine C. complication D. highlight
28.A. identical B. inharmonious C. illegal D. innovative
29.A. judged B. guided C. reversed D. cheated
30.A. energy B. information C. excuse D. assistance
31.A. imperceptibly B. purposefully C. narrowly D. originally
32.A. output B. obstacle C. combination D. flow
33.A. for example B. however C. in addition D. in general
34.A. profile B. trace C. imitation D. edge
35.A. priority B. civilization C. diversity D. ambition
Section B
Directions: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read.
(A)
In a town near the Potomac River, George and Anne Allen, both 82, struggle to remain in their beloved three-story house and neighborhood. Mr. Allen has had trouble walking since he broke his backbone in a fall down the stairs, and he expects to lose his driver’s license when it comes up for renewal given his physical state. Mrs. Allen recently got her foot hurt getting out of bed. Neither can climb up to change the light or bend under the sink to fix a leak. Without outside help, stores and public locations mean unimaginable hikes to them.
So the Allens have banded together with their neighbors, who are equally determined to avoid being forced from their homes by dependence. Along with more than 100 communities nationwide, their group is part of a movement to make neighborhoods comfortable places to grow old in.
“We are totally dependent on ourselves,” Mr. Allen said. “But I want to live in a mixed community, not just with the elderly. And as long as we can do it here, that’s what we want.”
Their group has been registered as a nonprofit corporation, is setting membership dues, and is lining up providers of transportation, home repair, companionship, security and other services to meet their needs at home for as long as possible.
Urban planners say this movement, organized by residents instead of government agencies, could make“aging in place” safe and affordable for a majority of elderly people. Although not the cure-all for those with complicated medical needs, the approach addresses what experts say can be a premature decision by older people to give up their homes in response to relatively small problems. As these small problems mount, sometimes accompanied by pressure from adult children, the elderly homeowner is caught off guard. Remaining at home without sufficient help is frightening. “If people don’t feel so overpowered, they don’t have to jump at precipitous decisions. Actually practices like moving into nursing homes are hard to be reversed,”said an expert.
For inspiration, “aging in place” groups now pay yearly dues — $580 for an individual in exchange for the security of knowing that carpenters, chefs, computer experts or home health helpers are one phone call away.
What is NOT mentioned as a problem the Allens meet with
Physical weakness due to the broken bone.
Possible loss of driver’s license due to breaking traffic rules.
Failure to handle certain fixing tasks due to limited mobility.
Difficulty in traveling to public places alone due to physical condition.
Which of the following statements is TRUE
People like Allens gather to live in a special place for shared elderly caring.
The government arranges necessary services for people like Allens.
Senior people give up “aging in place” life mainly out of pressure from children.
D. “Aging in place” people pay to have necessary service staff on call.
The underlined word precipitous in the passage is closest in meaning to ______.
alternative B. fake C. rushed D.joint
Which of the following is probably the title of the passage
US grey band fights to stay at home
Attention, US seniors are suffering
At home vs Nursing home-a hard choice for US seniors
US adult children, it’s time to care for your parents
(B)
The world continues to inspire travel writers. Standout books for the year ahead are to please all types of our readers.
A Search for Nearby Nature and Wilderness
World explorer Alastair Humphries spent a year examining every square metre of a 12-mile radius(半径) around his home in London and found wonder close to hand. A former Adventurer of the Year, Humphries has cycled around the globe and rowed across the Atlantic Ocean. His latest book, though, is a celebration of slowing things down and discovering a small wild world right on your doorstep. It’s also a cry to revitalize London’s neglected natural places and our right to wander in them. 12.99, Eye Books.
My Adventures in Travel and Publishing
Travel publisher, Hilary Bradt’s guidebook company celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. The first Bradt Travel Guide was born in 1974: Backpacking Along Ancient Ways Peru & Bolivia which included some of the very first descriptions of the Inca Trail. Since then, Bradt has published many guidebooks about the farthest parts of the planet – Mongolia and Madagascar among them. Pioneering backpacking travels before the concept was widespread, he presents this book looking back at a lifetime of trials and stimulation in the wild. 20.00, Bradt.
True Stories of Nature, Adventure & Connection
Environmental writer Laurie King has gathered a collection of original non-fiction stories, illustrations, and poems examining the human connection with nature. He takes a walk across the desert and discovers how hermits(隐士) survived in a South American forest. These exciting stories aim to inspire you to find your wild animal soul and rethink your relationship with nature. 14.99, Watkins Publishing.
Writers Walk the World
From the streets of London to the paths of Japan, the jungles of Ghana and beyond, Duncan Minshull collects the works of more than fifty walker-writers who have traveled the world’s seven continents on foot. From the 1500s to the present day comes a memorable band of explorers and adventurers, scientists and craftsmen, pleasure-seekers and literary drifters sharing their experiences and asking themselves a question—why travel this way in the first place 15.99, Notting Hill Editions.
40.Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage
A. Humphries’s book describes sceneries he saw when cycling around the globe.
B. Hilary Bradt is among the forerunners of backpacking tours.
C.Laurie King’s book describes his contact with wild animals.
D.Duncan Minshull’s book compares modern cities with rural areas.
41. The book which collects experiences from people of different identities is ______.
A. A Search for Nearby Nature and Wilderness
B. My Adventures in Travel and Publishing
C. True Stories of Nature, Adventure & Connection
D.Writers Walk the World
42. The book ______ is focused on natural attractions in a city.
A. A Search for Nearby Nature and Wilderness
B. My Adventures in Travel and Publishing
C. True Stories of Nature, Adventure & Connection
D.Writers Walk the World
(C)
About 150 years after his death, questions appeared about the authorship of William Shakespeare's plays. Scholars and literary critics began to float names like Christopher Marlowe, Edward de Vere and Francis Bacon—men of more known backgrounds, literary recognition, or inspiration—as the true authors of the plays. Much of this came from the incomplete record of Shakespeare's life and the lack of eye-witness sources. Official files from the Holy Trinity Church and the Stratford government record the existence of a William Shakespeare, but none bears the statements like him being an actor or playwright.(剧作家)
Skeptics(怀疑者) also questioned how anyone of such humble education could write with the intellectual perceptiveness and poetic power that were displayed in Shakespeare's works.
One specific cry came from Henry Chettle and Robert Greene, who, many thought were both jealous of Shakespeare’s fame. The problem these two authors had with Shakespeare had something to do with the fact that he was a new comer from the back of beyond. The two questioned Shakespeare’s unclear whereabouts after he moved to London.
However, the vast majority of Shakespearean scholars argue that William Shakespeare wrote all his own plays. They point out that other playwrights of the time also had unclear histories and came from low backgrounds. They believe that Stratford's New Grammar School course of Latin and the classics could have provided a good foundation for literary writers. Supporters of Shakespeare's authorship argue that the lack of evidence about Shakespeare's life doesn't mean his life didn't exist. They point to evidence that displays his name on the title pages of published poems and plays. Examples exist of authors and critics of the time acknowledging William Shakespeare as author of plays.
According to many, Shakespeare’s footprints in London are also well documented. He was believed to partly own the Globe Theatre where his plays were produced. The theatre was also involved in some high profile events: it was moved across the Thames in 1598 and burned down on the 29th of June 1613. The events both pointed to Shakespeare’s whereabouts.
Today, his plays are highly popular and reinterpreted in performances with diverse cultural backgrounds. The appeal of Shakespeare's characters and plots is that they present real human beings in a wide range of emotions and conflicts that go beyond their origins in Elizabethan England.
43.Which of the reasons is NOT mentioned to support skepticism about Shakespeare’s authorship
A. Official records didn’t mention Shakespeare’s identity as a playwright.
B. Shakespeare’s education background couldn’t support his literary achievements.
C. Shakespeare’s plays were inspired by big-name literary giants.
D. There was a lack of specific details of Shakespeare’s life.
44.Which of the following facts disproves Henry Chettle and Robert Greene’s skepticism
A. Shakespeare’s literary power was recognized at his time.
B. His activities in London could be proved by happenings of his theatre.
C. Shakespeare’s childhood education experience helped him gain literary ability.
D. The title papers of government documents bore his name.
45.The charm of Shakespeare’s plays today lies in that ______.
his plots are full of conflicts
his plays are translated into many languages
he succeeded from a modest background
he pictures people of real feelings which can exist today
The passage is mainly about _____.
ways to determine the real author of classic literary works
the fights between Shakespeare’s supporters and his opponents
doubts and proofs about the authorship of Shakespeare’s plays
the criticism on Shakespeare’s plays and their values
Section C
Directions: Read the following passage. Fill in each blank with a proper sentence given in the box. Each sentence can be used only once. Note that there are two more sentences than you need.
A. But that doesn't mean you're stuck and that's who you are. B. Procrastination becomes an easy and 'dirty' way of reaction when your handling resources are maxed out. C. Chances are that you will find yourself supported by procrastination all along. D. It isn't caused by the person's need to prioritize other tasks or by an unexpected emergency. E. You will become increasingly frustrated with yourself for not getting the task done. F. However, the threat can also come from something tiny.
The coming of a new year marks a fresh start and motivates many people to break bad habits. Some are easier to shake than others. However, the tendency to procrastinate is among the stickiest. Whether it's finishing a piece of work, sending an email or going for a run, some tasks can become unconquerable. The easiest way to deal with these tasks is to put them off until later or never at all. It’s procrastination. It is a specific form of delay that is both unnecessary and voluntary. ___47___ At its heart, procrastination is about avoidance. Rather than the task itself, it's often the emotions attached to the task that cause people to pause. Handling the first lines of a college essay may bring up feelings of self-doubt, for example. When you're faced with a broad question or topic to write about, the lack of clear instructions can produce a fear of not getting it right or of what might happen if you get it wrong,
The people procrastinating usually do so despite knowing that the task is important or valuable to them or others, and that putting it off could be risky to them or others. Big projects may bring overpowering feelings which are likely to lead to procrastination. ___48___ Answering an ordinary email from work, for example, may bring instant discomfort, so the urge to escape such negative emotion defeats one’s duty to complete the daily task.
Like any personality character, there are some biological connections. Research suggests that procrastination is linked to impatience on a genetic level. It may be a passed-down property. ___49___ Environmental factors are just as important in shaping our response to tasks. Someone who doesn't usually procrastinate can do so if they find themselves in a situation that exhausts their responding abilities, such as the death of a family member. ___50___
Of course, procrastination can pile on more pressures by leaving a task hanging over a person's head, thus producing a negative cycle that can damage mental health, lower academic performance and lead to financial trouble.
III. Summary Writing
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.
Hard times uplift human societies' resilience(韧性)
The old saying may be true: What doesn't kill you makes you stronger. At least that's the case for human civilizations across 30,000 years of history, according to a new study published in Nature. The study found that, across the globe, ancient human societies that experienced serious setbacks were also quick to bounce back from future downturns.
Historians and archaeologists have published many case studies on individual societal crises and human reactions, but it's hard to compare these experiences from different eras and places. This study pulled together data from 16 separate sites around the globe, spanning from South Africa to Canada, with data stretching back as far as 30,000 years ago.
To determine downturns and recoveries, the researchers used a method called dates-as-data. They drew information from organic materials dug from the sites whose ages could be told based on the decay of carbon-14, a radioactive form of carbon.
Through the study of the materials, it was found that farmers were most possible victims of disasters, since one bad weather or a dry season could mean immediate risk. And farmers, either out of luck or because they had some sort of technology, got over the crises. As a result, they passed down the experience and the aspect of culture that could enable their descendants to do better next time. It explains why these agricultural groups performed well in the future downturns and the agricultural societies were always well positioned to recover from disasters.
Whether modern humans can pull directly from these lessons is less certain. All of the societies in the study were pre-industrial and might have little in common with today's global order. However, the method to compare societies to look for patterns is important for modern people.
第II卷 （共40分）
IV. Translation
Directions: Translate the following sentences into English, using the words given in the brackets.
52.记得修水管，否则厨房很快就会水漫金山。(or)
53.我们不妨送她一个带遥控功能的空气净化器作为乔迁礼物。(might as well)
54.如果准新娘们认为婚纱是重中之重，那只能削减其它项的开支以防婚礼预算超支。(cut)
55.与其他国家消费者相比，很多中国人并不习惯信用卡支付，移动支付能在中国迅速崛起，一定程度上也得益于此。（benefit）
V. Guided Writing
Directions: Write an English composition in 120-150 words according to the instructions given below in Chinese.
你是高三学生李华，你所属的学校本学期实行午餐自助餐制（buffet lunch），目前发现了食物浪费和饮食不均衡等问题，有人建议取消自助餐制。给校长写电子邮件，谈谈你的看法。邮件中必须包括：
你是否赞成取消自助餐制;
你的理由;
如赞成，你建议的新就餐形式/如反对，你建议的改进措施。
（邮件中不得出现考生姓名，学校等真实信息）
参考答案（2024.12）
I. Grammar and Vocabulary
1.to attract 2.Why 3.to 4. has been collecting/has collected 5. should 6. although 7. which 8. those/ones 9. mixing 10. applied
11-15 JIKAF 16-20 BEGHC
III. Reading Comprehension
21-25 BBDAC 26-30 ACBAC 31-35 ACBDC
36-39 BDCA 40-42 BDA 43-46 CBDC
47-50 DFAB
IV. Summary Writing
A study found ancient societies suffering from crises recovered quickly from future setbacks. The research studied multiple sites across time and space. Dates-as-data method was applied to tell ages of collected samples, which found farmers, the primary disaster victims, somehow survived and the experiences benefited their descendants for future quick recoveries. The comparing methodology of the study is valuable today.
V. Translation
52.Remember to repair the pipe or the kitchen will be flooded soon.
53.We might as well send her a remote-controlled air purifier as the housewarming gift.
54.If the brides-to-be think that the wedding dress is the top priority, they have to cut expenses on other items to avoid overspending the wedding budget.
pared with consumers of other countries, many Chinese people are not used to paying by credit card, which in part benefits the rapid rise of mobile payment in China.

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