浙江省杭州市重點(diǎn)高中2012屆高三4月高考命題比賽參賽試題英語(yǔ)

1、2012高考模擬試卷 英語(yǔ)卷第I卷（共80分）第一部分：英語(yǔ)知識(shí)運(yùn)用（共兩節(jié)，滿(mǎn)分30分）第一節(jié)：?jiǎn)雾?xiàng)填空（共20小題；每小題0.5分，滿(mǎn)分10分）從A、B、C、D四個(gè)選項(xiàng)中，選出可以填入空白處的最佳選項(xiàng)，并在答題紙上將該選項(xiàng)標(biāo)號(hào)涂黑。1. _ 6 world powers have accepted _ Iranian offer for talks on its disputed nuclear program. “原創(chuàng)”A. The; a B. 不填; an C. The; an D. 不填; an 2. A woman marries a man expecting him to ch

2、ange, but he doesnt. A man marries a woman expecting her not to change, but she _ . “原創(chuàng)”A. does B. will C. has D. is3. To his relief, the companys exports have been increasing _ . “原創(chuàng)” A. suddenly B. steadily C. automatically D. really4. At least 14 youths have been killed in the capital Baghdad in

3、the past 3 weeks in _ appears to be a campaign by Shia militants. “原創(chuàng)”A. what B. that C. it D. which5. Research shows that humans _ from selfish to unselfish behavior when they are watched. “原創(chuàng)”A. tell B. switch C. range D. distinguish6.Singe women usually stay away from marriage by their own choice

4、, _ single men are mostly victims of circumstances. “原創(chuàng)”A. for B. while C. and D. but 7.The first quarrel between a young couple is the beginning of a new stage, _ poetic love is transformed into practical life. “原創(chuàng)” A. where B. after C. ever since D. in which8. At first, I tried to ignore the “dres

5、s-down”rule by simply _ in my suit as usual.A. dressing up B. showing off C. turning up D. ending up “原創(chuàng)”9.-Did the door keeper let you in? -No, _ I tried to tell him that I was your aunt, he just wouldnt listen to me.A. No matter B. Even if C. However D. Whatever10. _ doing more exercise to lose we

6、ight, many teenagers would rather be a couch potato.A. Instead of B. As a result of C. In spite of D. Regardless of11.-These grapes look really beautiful. -They _ ! See the price, $ 3.99 a pound. Too expensive, arent they?A. would B. could C. might D. should12. No one in the office, I dare say, will

7、 agree to the choice you _ at the conference.A. faced B. gave C. made D. had13._ from endless homework on weekends, the students now find their own activities, such as taking a ride together to watch the sunrise.A. Freed B. Freeing C. To free D. Having freed14.-You ran into Mr. Johnson! How did that

8、 happen? -Well, _ of us was looking where we were going. We came around the corner at the same time.A. neither B. either C. both D. none15. -Do you like the Chinese food served in American restaurants? -Its not bad, but I prefer _ .A. Chinese food really B. Chinese real foodC. food Chinese real D. r

9、eal Chinese food16. -Could you help me decide which one to choose?-Oh, _ .A. thats a good idea B. maybe I cant do itC. maybe it would be better to be up to you D. go ahead, please. 17. Look at the pride on Toms face. He _ to have been praised by the manager just now.A. seemed B. seems C. had seemed

10、D. is seeming18. Its a custom in China to have some tea or other drinks before the meal _ .A. serves B. served C. is served D. to be served19. When you phoned me, I was having a meeting; otherwise I _ your call.A. answered B. would answer C. had answered D. would have answered20. -Shes really pretty

11、, isnt she? Her skin looks so baby smooth! -Well, its just that she puts lots of make-up on her face. _ .A. Sometimes I wish I could be as beautifulB. Actually, natural beauty comes from insideC. I can believe she is still so pretty after giving birth to a baby!D. Fortunately, she has a good income.

12、“根據(jù)導(dǎo)航38改編”第二節(jié)：完形填空（共20小題；每小題1分，滿(mǎn)分20分）閱讀下面短文，掌握其大意，然后從21 40各題所給的四個(gè)選項(xiàng)（A、B、C、D）中，選出最佳選項(xiàng)，并在答題紙上將該選項(xiàng)標(biāo)號(hào)涂黑。My son starts school today. Its going to be 21 and new to him for a while. And I wish you would sort of treat him 22 .You see, 23 , hes been king of his own room. Hes been 24 of the back yard. I have

13、always been around to 25 his wounds, and to comfort his feelings.But now-things are going to be 26 .This morning, he is going to walk down the front steps, wave his hand and start on his great 27 that will probably include wars and tragedy and sorrow. To live his life in the world he has to live in

14、28 faith and love and courage.29 , World, I 30 you would sort of take him by his young hand and teach him that things he will have to know. Teach him - but gently, if you can. Teach him that for every scoundrel there is a hero; that for every dishonest politician, there is a 31 leader; that for ever

15、y enemy there is a friend. Teach him the wonders of 32 . Give him quiet time to 33 the mystery of birds in the sky, bees in the sun, and flowers on the green hills. Teach him it is far more honorable to fail than to 34 . Teach him to 35 his own ideas, 36 everyone else tells him they are wrong. Teach

16、 him to sell his strength and brains to the highest bidder, but never to put a price on his 37 . Teach him to close his ears to a howling mob(暴徒). and to stand and 38 if he thinks hes right. Teach him gently, World, but dont 39 him, because only the 40 of fire makes fine steel.This is a big order, W

17、orld, but see what you can do. He is such a nice little fellow.21. A. interesting B. frightening C. exciting D. strange22. A. carefully B. gently C. strictly D. slowly23. A. in the past B. from now on C. up to now D. now and then24. A. boss B. child C. pupil D. caretaker.25. A. protect B. repair C.

18、treat D. find.26. A. tough B. different C. difficult D. upset.27. A. march B. study C. adventure D. research28. A. has to learn B. is full of C. means D. will require 29. A. So B. However C. And D. Or30. A. wish B. request C. order D. hope31. A. determined B. satisfying C. hardworking D. devoted32.

19、A. books B. school C. world D. friendship33. A. deal with B. talk about C. think over D. absorb in34. A. succeed B. defeat C. cheat D. compete35. A.come up with B. put forward C.be proud of D. have faith in36. A. as if B. even if C. in spite of D. the moment37. A. heart and soul B. bad behaviour C.

20、expensive shoes D. high grades38. A. argue B. express C. help D. fight39. A. praise B. spoil C. criticize D. push40. A. heat B. burn C. test D. exercise “原創(chuàng)”第二部分：閱讀理解（第一節(jié)20小題，第二節(jié)5小題；每小題2分，滿(mǎn)分50分）第一節(jié)：閱讀下列短文，從每題所給的四個(gè)選項(xiàng)（A、B、C、D）中，選出最佳選項(xiàng)，并在答題紙上將該選項(xiàng)標(biāo)號(hào)涂黑。AI was feeling a little blue because my mother had b

21、een laid off from her job and she had lots of bills to pay. It left me wondering what was going to happen to us now. But it reassured me some when my mother told me she was relieved to be leaving since her boss wasnt the nicest person to be around.I got off the college shuttle bus and started walkin

22、g. Thats when I heard piano music and singing rising above the noise of the people and the traffic. I walked a little slower so I could find out to where it was coming from. Through the crowd I saw a young lady sitting at a piano with a carriage next to her.She was singing songs about love, keeping

23、on trying, and not underestimating the power within yourself. The way she was singing comforted me a bit. I stood there watching her play for about fifteen minutes, thinking that it must take courage to perform on your own in the middle of a crowded New York ferry terminal.So I stood there listening

24、.She must have felt my presence because she would occasionally look in my direction. By now I was telling myself that if she could perform in front of hundreds of people she didnt know then I could at least tell her how good she sounded. I walked over and put some money in her carriage and she said,

25、 Thank you. Instead of continuing my way home, I said to her, I have been going through a rough time lately, but youve made me hopeful again.Im happy that I could help, she replied. Why are you so sad?Well, my mum told me she had got fired from her job, and that made me sad. Im not so sure what to d

26、o .You see, heres the problem, she explained. The way you were walking, your head was down. Dont look defeated, because opportunity comes in different ways and if your head is down you might never see it. You should smile more . lift your head up.I smiled faintly, amazed by how she was encouraging m

27、e. So, I asked her, Why are you playing the piano in the middle of a crowded place? Ive seen you do this more then once.She explained to me that she sees a lot of negative people in the world and she tries to alleviate the pain and bring more positivity by sharing motivational music. She told me tha

28、t when she wasnt making music she studied psychology. So, that was how she knew some of the things she was telling me.I smiled a little wider because I knew that she was doing a good thing. So, after that we parted, my heart touched and lightened by a musical soul!41. The writers felt sad because _

29、. A. her mother was injured while at work and a lot of money was needed B. her mother resigned because she disliked her bossC. her mother made a serious mistake and had to pay for itD. her mother lost her job and had difficulty paying for her bills42. We can learn from Paragraph 3 that the young lad

30、y sang to _ .A. show her love for life B. rid herself of low spirits C. earn money for her schooling D. inspire others to live positively43. What did the singer recommend to avoid negative mood?A. smiling and raising your head B. looking for opportunitiesC. underestimating the power within yourself

31、D. playing music in public 44. Which word may best describe the young lady?A. helpful B. outgong C. ambitious D. humorous45. Which do you think is the best title of the passage?A. A Unforgettable Experience B. A Heart Touched By A Musical SoulC. Music Can Do Wonders D. A Good Deed Helped Me Out“原創(chuàng)”B

32、Nicknames for Los AngelesA nickname is a shortened form of a persons name. A nickname can also be a descriptive name for a person, place or thing. Many American cities have nicknames. These can help establish an identity, spread pride among citizens and build unity. Nicknames can also be funny.Los A

33、ngeles, California is the second largest city in population, after New York City. Los Angeles has several nicknames. One is simply the citys initials, L.A. It is also called the City of Angels because Los Angeles means “the angels” in Spanish.Los Angeles often has warm, sunny weather. So another nic

34、kname is City of Flowers and Sunshine. New York is called The Big Apple. So Los Angeles is sometimes called The Big Orange because of the fruit that grows in that citys warm climate.The American motion picture and television industries are based in Los Angeles. So it is not surprising that it is cal

35、led The Entertainment Capital of the World. Many films are made in the area of Los Angeles called Hollywood. Millions of people visit the area. No trip to Los Angeles is complete without seeing the word Hollywood spelled out in huge letters on a hillside.Many movie stars live in Los Angeles. The cit

36、y is sometimes called Tinseltown. This nickname comes from the shiny, bright and often unreal nature of Hollywood and the movie industry. Another nickname for Los Angeles is La-La Land, using the first letters of Los and Angeles. This means a place that is fun and not serious, and maybe even out of

37、touch with reality. The city of Los Angeles is part of Los Angeles County. There are many smaller cities in the county. Beverly Hills, with its rich people, is one of them. So is Pasadena, with its Rose Parade each New Years Day. So are the coastal cities of Santa Monica and Malibu, where people lik

38、e to ride surfboards on the Pacific Ocean waves. A good place for watching unusual-looking people is Venice, an area on the west side of Los Angeles. A system of waterways designed after the Italian city of Venice has been built there. Many people love Los Angeles for its warm sunny weather, beautif

39、ul mountains and beaches, and movie stars. That includes Randy Newman, who sings about his hometown.46. A nickname of a place can have the following functions except _ .A. building up identity B. entertainment C. bringing pride to the locals D. uniting surrounding cities47. The underlined sentence c

40、an best be replaced by _ .A. Your trip to Los Angeles is not perfect if you miss the big letters Hollywood on a hillsideB. Not seeing the word Hollywood on a hillside means you havent been to Los Angeles.C. If you visit Los Angeles you should first pay a visit to Hollywood s on a hillside.D. Seeing

41、the big letters Hollywood on a hillside means youve been really to Los Angeles.48. How many nicknames have been given to Los AngelesA. 4 B. 5 C. 6 D.749. Which of the following is conveyed in this article?A. Los Angeles is most famous for its nicknames B. Hollywood alone adds fame to Los Angeles C.

42、All the nicknames increase the charm of Los Angeles D. Los Angeles was built after the Italian city of Venice “原創(chuàng)”CYou know eating fruit and vegetables is virtuous. But did you know it can also make you look good?People who increased their intake over just six weeks developed a healthy glow and appe

43、ared more attractive, researchers found.Scientists at St Andrews University found eating them subtly increased yellow and red pigments in the volunteers skin.They monitored the food intake of 35 people and took pictures of their faces, arms and hands using a sensitive camera at the start, and after

44、three and six weeks.Increasing their intake of greens by 2.9 portions a day was found to make the person look more healthy and an extra 3.3 portions could enhance their attractiveness, when their photographs were rated by others.Fruit and vegetables are rich in carotenoids, which are known to protec

45、t against cell damage from pollution and UV rays, and can also prevent age-related diseases including heart disease and cancer.But while it was known eating extreme amounts of certain vegetables such as carrots could turn skin orange, it was not known a small increase was perceptible to others - and

46、 was seen as appealing.A camera measured changes to the skins redness, yellowness and lightness, and found it significantly changed in people who naturally increased their intake. These changes were not evident at three weeks.Using light sensors, the researchers showed these red and yellow hues were

47、 linked with the levels of carotenoids in their skin.There are hundreds of carotenoids but those thought to have the most dramatic effect are lycopene - which gives tomatoes and red peppers their red colour - and beta-carotene found in carrots as well as broccoli, squash, and spinach.Skin colour is

48、also affected by chemicals called polyphenols, found in apples, blueberries and cherries, which cause blood rush to the skin surface.50. According to the study, eating fruit and vegetables makes your skin more attractive for the reason that _ .A. fresh fruits and vegetables contain lots of vitamins

49、and minerals B. yellow and red pigments are increased in the volunteers skin C. nutrition in fruit and vegetables is easily absorbedD. fresh fruit and vegetables are rich in nutrition beneficial to shin51.From Paragraph 4, we learn that pictures were taken _ .A. three times using a special camera ev

50、ery three weeks B. twice using a sensitive camera every six weeksC. by 35 people when they ate fruit and vegetables D. by 35 people while being monitored to compare the changes52. The word “appealing” (Paragraph 7) can best be replaced by _ .A. frightening B. harmful C. dangerous D. attractive53. Th

51、e red and yellow colourss were related to _ in their skin.A. the contents of intake B. the levels of carrots C. the time of eating fruit and vegetables D. the amount of carotenoids54. Among hundreds of carotenoids, which are most effective?A. tomatoes and red peppers B. squash, and spinach C. lycope

52、ne and beta-carotene D. heir red colour and beta-carotene55. The purpose of the article is to _ .A. tell people a new discovery B. advise people to eat more fruit and vegetablesC. introduce a way to protect skin D. list the functions of carotenoids to skin“原創(chuàng)”DBedford Castle: The Home Of Bedfordshir

53、e RoyaltyBedfordshire had its fair share of royal visits from the early stages of the 10th Century onwards and the importance that the county placed on this is evident in the monuments, country houses, churches and any number of other structures that are still present there to this day. Bedford Cast

54、le is one of those structures and, although it is nowhere near its former glory today, it is an essential attraction to visit if you really want to grasp what its heritage means to the county!Bedford Castle was built initially as a fortress to help protect Bedfordshire on the south of the River Ouse after the people in the lo