2023~2024学年高三（上）质检联盟期中考试
英语
注意事项：
1．答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号、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30分）
第一节 （共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
1．Which animal does the man think is most special
A．Ducks. B．Birds. C．Horses.
2．Where is the woman going tonight
A．The library. B．The stadium. C．The café.
3．What will the man have for tomorrow’s breakfast
A．Egg rolls. B．Fried eggs. C．Boiled eggs.
4．What does the man think of the new towels
A．They’re very comfortable. B．They’re a bit expensive. C．They’re quite useful.
5．What are the speakers mainly talking about
A．A chat program. B．A new GPS device. C．A science fiction movie.
第二节 （共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．What did Max do this morning
A．He had a walk. B．He cleaned the floor. C．He ate some beef.
7．How does the woman sound
A．Sorry. B．Angry. C．Happy.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8．What is the man’s major concern about using gas
A．It costs too much in winter.
B．It will cause environmental pollution.
C．It involves a risk of blowing up the house.
9．What source of energy will the speakers use to heat the house
A．Coal. B．Wind energy. C．Solar power.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10．Why does the woman find the poems hard
A．They focused on some difficult topics.
B．They have existed for quite a long time.
C．They are written in different languages.
11．What day is it today
A．Sunday. B．Saturday. C．Monday.
12．What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A．Father and daughter. B．Teacher and student. C．Husband and wife.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13．Where are the speakers
A．On a beach. B．In the woods. C．At their home.
14．What did the woman do in the morning
A．She filled the vehicle up with gas. B．She took a picture of the vehicle. C．She stored water in the vehicle.
15．What season is it now in Scotland
A．Winter. B．Summer. C．Spring.
16．What will the man do next
A．Take a shower. B．Turn the heat on. C．Check the amount of gas.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．What is the speaker doing
A．Reporting a study on novels. B．Introducing some books. C．Teaching a writing class.
18．When will The Dark be published
A．In 13 days. B．In 10 days. C．In 7 days.
19．Which country does John Clarke come from
A．Australia. B．The US. C．Japan.
20．Where can the listeners get more information
A．From the Internet. B．From a library. C．From a bookstore.
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
If you are looking for something to kill time, these events may be your choices.
Susan at Tango
Susan learned keyboard, guitar and dance from an early age and never stopped practicing singing. Since graduating with a degree in journalism, her work experience in the documentary industry has given her a unique perspective on the art of music. She sings English, Portuguese, Spanish, French and other multilingual songs, the pursuit of authentic music expression. She won’t let you down.
Morandi Prints Authentic Exhibition
It will be held at the Raffles City Beijing for two months. This exhibition will feature Italy. There are 80 prints by the famous artist Morandi. This exhibition presents the excellent works of international art masters in a fashionable and trendy way of exhibiting, bringing fashionable visual impact and a comfortable and relaxing viewing experience to the visitors.
Roundabout Book Fairs
All books at Roundabout Book Fairs are donated. Thanks to all the volunteers for sorting and pricing the books. Bring your unwanted books with you on the day to donate if you would like to help. You may see them in the next book fair. And the proceeds will help the children with blood diseases.
Walking Line
EGG Gallery is proud to announce that during this year’s Beijing Gallery Week, it will present artist Zhu Lan’s solo exhibition “Walking Line”. This exhibition will introduce her new works in recent years. When looking at Zhu Lan’s works, aside from the fascination of the paintings themselves, the viewers are able to feel the process of creation. These are pictures that run through the artist’s life: every hour, every minute, slowly moving as the ink and lines stretch out.
21．Which event offers you the chance to enjoy music
A．Roundabout Book Fairs. B．Walking Line.
C．Susan at Tango. D．Morandi Prints Authentic Exhibition.
22．What is Roundabout Book Fairs
A．A fair of donated books. B．A book reading activity.
C．An art exhibition. D．A concert of foreign singers.
23．What can we know about Zhu Lan in Walking Line
A．Her love for reading. B．Her life experiences. C．Her creation in music. D．Her future expectations.
B
Artist Tom Campbell has exhibited his work at Outlaw Studios at Marina Commercial Park. The exhibition is Tom’s largest one to date and includes affordable art. The interactive show is made up of drawings, paintings, sculptures and live performances. Throughout the exhibition, Tom is working, giving the public an opportunity to watch inside his studio and have their portraits drawn. People can also commission a piece of their choosing.
Wall painting is part of Tom’s output. He has created a wall painting for Electric Picnic, along with four other artists invited to take part in this commission. His wall painting has a special theme, portrayed by doves （鸽子）. As well as his anti-war standpoint, he is doing something meaningful. Tom is a founding member of a tree planting project called Trees Please. The group has distributed 10,000 trees in about four years across Ireland.
Humour is also important for Tom in his art. He can treat heavy subjects with irony, often employing an aggressive combination of lively colors and animals with wistful expressions communicating the importance of respect, peace, understanding and love. He has done creative work for mental health charities.
Tom was born with a love for art. He enjoys playing musical instruments in public, like the violin. He gets lots of smiles from people. He also sings and has an online channel featuring his songs, which are very improvised （即兴的）. All this creativity is a lifeline for him, who believes that art is a necessity rather than a luxury.
Art is something everybody can do. If creativity was embraced by people in an open way, it could transform society. Art can bring a lot of joy. Everyone is creative and enjoys creativity whether it’s music or visual art or whatever.
24．What do we know about Tom’s exhibition
A．It is targeted at the rich. B．It takes on a variety of forms.
C．It is the largest one throughout art history. D．It offers an opportunity to practise drawing.
25．What does paragraph 2 mainly tell us about Tom
A．His sense of humor and creativity. B．His effort to protect plants and animals.
C．His advice on painting and planting trees. D．His passion for peace and the environment.
26．What can we learn from Tom’s improvised songs
A．Art is a luxury. B．Art has no boundaries. C．He has creative talent. D．He is popular in public.
27．In which column of a magazine can the text probably appear
A．Figure. B．Finance. C．Literature. D．Society.
C
Humans have long known that being in nature is good for the mind and body. From indigenous （本土的） adolescents completing the adult ceremony in the wild to modern East Asian cultures taking “forest baths”, many have looked to nature as a place for healing and personal growth. But the question still remains. How can nature make it
There is no doubt that being in nature reduces the physiological symptoms of stress in our bodies. What this means is that we are less likely to be anxious and fearful in nature, and therefore we can be more open to other people and creative patterns of thought. Also, nature often leads to awe, wonder and respect, all these emotions expediting everything from physical to mental health. There is also some evidence that exposure to nature impacts the brain. Viewing natural beauty makes specific reward circuits in the brain associated with dopamine release, a chemical that gives us a sense of purpose, joy and energy to pursue our goals.
But, regrettably, people seem to be spending less time outdoors and less time in nature than before. It is also clear that, in the past 30 years, people’s levels of stress and sense of “busyness” have risen dramatically. These joint forces have led environmental writer Richard Louv to coin the term “Nature Deficit Disorder”—a form of suffering that comes from a sense of disconnection from nature and its powers.
Perhaps we should take note and try a course corrective. The 19th century philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson once wrote about nature, “There I feel that nothing can befall me in life—no disgrace, no calamity.” The science speaks to Emerson’s intuition. It’s time to realize that nature is more than just a material resource. It’s also a pathway to human health and happiness.
28．Why are “indigenous adolescents” and “modern East Asian cultures” mentioned in paragraph 1
A．To clarify a viewpoint. B．To answer the question below.
C．To present the natural scenery. D．To show the cultural differences.
29．What does the underlined word “expediting” in paragraph 2 mean
A．Restricting. B．Promoting. C．Exposing. D．Covering.
30．What is the tone of the author in writing paragraph 3
A．Indifferent. B．Humorous. C．Uneasy. D．Proud.
31．What can be the best title for the text
A．Is It Time to Challenge Yourself in Nature B．Do You Know Nature Is a Material Resource
C．Why Do We Care about the Natural Environment D．What Can Happen When We Connect with Nature
D
Nash equilibrium （纳什均衡） is named after John Nash, an American mathematician. It is a kind of concept, which attempts to determine mathematically and logically the actions that participants of a game should take to secure the best outcomes for themselves.
To find it in a game, one would have to model out each of the possible scenarios to determine the results and then choose what the most satisfactory strategy would be. In a two-person game, this would take into consideration the possible strategies that both players could choose. If neither player changes their strategy knowing all of the information, a Nash equilibrium has occurred.
Imagine a game between Tom and Sam. In this simple game, both players can choose strategy A to receive $1, or strategy B to lose $1. Logically, both players choose strategy A and receive a payoff of $1. If you revealed Sam’s strategy to Tom and vice versa （反之亦然）, you see that no player’s choice is different from the original one. Knowing the other player’s move means little and doesn’t change either player’s behavior. Outcome A represents the Nash equilibrium.
Nash equilibrium helps a player determine the best payoff in a situation based on not only their decisions but also the decisions of other parties involved. It can also be used in many aspects of life, from economics to social behavioral sciences, from business strategies to a house sale and so on.
Unlike dominant strategy, Nash equilibrium doesn’t always lead to the most satisfactory outcome. In most cases, such as in war, whether that is a military war or a bidding war, an individual rarely knows the opponent’s strategy or what they want the outcome to be. It just means that an individual chooses the best strategy based on the information they have. Nash equilibrium can only occur if a player chooses to remain with their current strategy if they know their opponent’s strategy. Furthermore, in multiple games played with the same opponents, it does not take into consideration past behavior, which often predicts future behavior.
32．Which kind of concept does Nash equilibrium belong to
A．Game theory. B．Secrecy strategies. C．Player information. D．Participation qualifications.
33．How does the author explain Nash equilibrium
A．By quoting sayings. B．By drawing a parallel. C．By giving an illustration. D．By making comparisons.
34．What does paragraph 4 mainly tell us about Nash equilibrium
A．Its elements. B．Its applications. C．Its drawbacks. D．Its backgrounds.
35．What is the author’s attitude to Nash equilibrium
A．Curious. B．Resistant. C．Confused. D．Objective.
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入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
When the sun goes down in the evening and you are sitting outside at home, you may not be able to see many flowers in the yard without artificial lighting. 36 . That is the one you can enjoy by the light of the moon.
37
The plants with silver or multi-colored leaves, white or light-colored flowers, or flowers that open only at night are good choices for a moon garden. Another way to enjoy plants in the evening is to choose ones with a pleasing smell. Plant them along a walkway or near a seating area outdoors, where you can enjoy them up close, or within view of a window.
Select plants depending on season or temperature
You can begin the garden early with early bloomers, like lily of the valley. Make the season last longer into the autumn with late bloomers like chrysanthemum. In very warm places, try planting frangipani to fill your evenings with pleasure. 38 .
Group your plants together
For the best visual effect, plant in groups of three, five or seven of the same kind of plant. That is a good gardening method in general because it avoids creating a disorganized mixture of plants and flowers. But it is more important in a moon garden. 39 .
Add some small lights
There is one more thing to increase how much you can see your moon garden—add some small lights that face the plants. 40 . Think about using other light-colored design elements as well, such as fencing, plant supports, stones, water features and glass balls.
A．Insects that visit flowers at night love them
B．Plant some plants that show well in moonlight
C．They will increase the appeal of your moon garden
D．However, with some planning, you can have a moon garden
E．You certainly don’t want your single plants to get lost in the dark
F．Find the plants that work best in your climate by talking with a local expert
G．These plants can be seen after sunset and especially shine under a full moon
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。
Jason Arday’s school teachers were clear with him as he grew up. Life was going to be 41 for him.
Arday’s autism （孤独症） and a condition called global development delay were 42 at the age of just three. It 43 that he was unable to speak until he was 11, and he couldn’t read or write until he was 18.
However, at 37, Arday was 44 as the University of Cambridge’s youngest ever black professor.
Arday, who will start his 45 as a professor of sociology of education at the world-renowned university Monday, said the 46 to his extraordinary rise was perspective.
“I never 47 any of it as a deficit （缺陷）, mainly because my mother never spoke to me of my being disadvantaged in any way,” he said.
“Even my speechlessness before 11 years old was a(n) 48 . It allowed me to better 49 human interaction,” he said. “Those observations came to 50 as I learned to read and write as a young man.”
Arday’s mother helped him engage with the world in different ways, through music, particularly song lyrics and the use of sound to 51 things. Modern Celtic musician Enya was his childhood 52 .
Arday said, “My 53 had always told me that I was blessed, I was very fortunate and I would go on and do great things. Now, I don’t think any of us could have 54 I might get to this point. But if I 55 to achieve anything in my life, it was surely because of the amazing people I had around me.”
41．A．different B．tough C．interesting D．shocking
42．A．confirmed B．removed C．cured D．measured
43．A．informed B．reminded C．meant D．requested
44．A．considered B．appointed C．imagined D．rewarded
45．A．holiday B．company C．work D．treatment
46．A．approach B．promotion C．promise D．key
47．A．left B．saw C．served D．predicted
48．A．miracle B．blessing C．surprise D．access
49．A．find B．develop C．observe D．display
50．A．mind B．light C．attack D．life
51．A．make sense of B．make use of C．take care of D．take charge of
52．A．favorite B．game C．sadness D．nightmare
53．A．teacher B．headmaster C．colleague D．mother
54．A．preferred B．regretted C．guessed D．wished
55．A．wanted B．needed C．happened D．managed
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。
The panda population in the wild 56 (rise) in the last 20 years, which reflects the pandas’ improved living conditions and China’s efforts in keeping their habitats integrated. Now, it’s time 57 (release) the cubs （幼兽） into the wild.
A gene exchange between captive （被圈养的） and wild pandas aimed at better 58 (protect) genetic diversity is a major project at the China Conservation and Research Center for Giant Panda, according to He Shengshan, a guardian and expert at the center. He said wild pandas live in 59 wide range of areas, so the population is divided into 33 groups 60 (base) on their location.
“This is similar to human villages or tribes. Some large groups in the wild may have 61 (hundred) of pandas, while smaller groups may have just a few dozen. After investigation, we found that of the 33 communities, 22 communities had 62 (few) than 30 giant pandas,” said He Shengshan. “Because pandas have poor ability to travel and there are mountains, human activities, highways and railway tracks, giant panda groups can’t communicate with each other, and those with small populations are still at risk of 63 (extinct) over time.”
The training for release is a long process 64 starts before a cub is born. And usually it is divided into two stages. The first lasts from the mother’s pregnancy 65 the cub is about 1 year old, while the second stage runs from the cub to a panda about 1 to 2 years old.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节 （满分15分）
你校英文报正在开展题为“My Favourite Book”的征文比赛。请你写一篇短文投稿，内容包括：
1．该书简介（书名、内容等）；
2．读后感受。
注意：
1．写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
My Favourite Book
第二节 （满分25分）
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。
Our flight didn’t leave until Sunday night, so I worked as usual during the day on Sunday, playing the piano during brunch at a golf resort located down in the valley. I loved my job and my customers, most of whom faithfully dined every Sunday.
That morning, I’d told my customers that my sweet daughter had loaned me money for an airline ticket so I could fly out with her and my grandchildren to see my father for what we believed would be the last time.
One of my favorite customers came over before she left and gave me a huge hug. In the process, she slipped a bill in my hand instead of dropping it in my tip basket. Her voice sounded serious. “This is for your trip. It’s not to pay bills and not to pay your daughter for the plane ticket.”
My eyes watered as I stared at the fifty-dollar bill in my hand. “Thank you, but I can’t accept this. It’s way too much money.”
Every Sunday, this woman left me a more than-generous tip, but this seemed too much. When I refused the bill and tried to hand it back, she gently pushed away my hand. “I know you’ll find the perfect use for it. Have fun. I’ll see you when you get back.”
I was struggling to make ends meet, so that extra fifty would have come in handy for bills or groceries. Yet my customer’s words kept echoing （重复） through my head. After talking it over with my husband, he agreed. I should take the fifty with me and honor my customer’s wishes.
Our plane took off late, and when we landed, my daughter and I dashed through the airport with two young children, terrified of missing our connecting flight.
When we finally reached our gate, I spotted a young mother with tears streaming down her face searching through her carry-on bags, obviously losing something.
注意：
1．续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
I walked over and put my arm around her. I grabbed the woman’s hand and slipped her the money.
2023~2024学年高三（上）质检联盟期中考试
英语参考答案
听力录音材料
Text 1
W: It’s funny how different animals move in different ways. For example, birds fly; horses run; fish swim...
M: I think among all the animals, ducks are the most interesting ones, because they can fly, walk and swim! (1)
Text 2
M: Shall we play basketball tonight Some of my friends will also head for the stadium after finishing their homework in the library.
W: Sure. (2) I had intended to go to the café with Catherine, but she was called away by Mr. Wilson.
Text 3
M: I’m a bit fed up with egg rolls for breakfast every morning! But I do like the protein they supply.
W: I sometimes have boiled eggs, because they’re healthier than fried ones.
M: Good idea. I’ll try that tomorrow morning. (3)
Text 4
W: The new towels you bought yesterday may not be as comfortable as cotton ones, but they are better at getting the skin dry.
M: Exactly. That’s what they’re for. (4) Plus, they’re a lot cheaper.
Text 5
W: ChatGPT is awesome! It’s an advanced chat program. It sounds like you’re talking to a real human.
M: Like an artificial intelligence robot in a science fiction movie
W: Exactly! Hundreds of millions of people are using it. Let’s ask it a question... (5)
Text 6 （第7题为推断题）
M: Why is Max looking at you with his eyes like that He looks sad.
W: It’s not because he’s sad. He feels sorry because he’s been behaving badly. When I went downstairs this morning, I found the fridge door open and the food all over the floor! (6)
M: What happened
W: Max managed to open it and then made a big mess!
M: How do you know it was Max who did it (6)
W: I saw him lying in the middle of the kitchen and happily eating the beef I’d prepared for today’s lunch! (6) I had to give up walking him this morning and went back to the market.
Text 7
M: The cost of gas is increasing all the time. I’m a bit worried about the cold weather in the next few months. (8) If we heat the house throughout the winter, we will spend too much money. (8) (9)
W: A better way to save money might be to use a greener energy source.
M: What do you mean
W: I mean instead of using gas or coal, why don’t we try solar power Although it will be costly to get the solar equipment set up, it will be worth it in the long run. And it’s environmentally friendly.
M: Good idea. But it’s quite dark during winter, so the equipment won’t transform much sunlight into energy.
W: That’s a good point. How about using the wind (9)
M: That’s great! We’ll end up having more energy with the winter storms here! (9)
Text 8
W: This study is taking me forever. I have to compare the poems from different cultures. It is really difficult because they are all in different languages! (10)
M: Yes, I can imagine that this would be pretty hard! Which poets are you studying
W: Xu Zhimo from China, T.S. Eliot from America, and Kahlil Gibran from Lebanon in the Middle East.
M: Why do you choose those poets Are they your favorite ones
W: Not really, but I do like them. They all wrote poetry around the same time, which is really interesting.
M: Well, how much time have you got
W: My professor wants it by next Monday, which is the day after tomorrow. (11) So, I don’t have much time!
M: Tell you what, dear, you get on with your work and I’ll make you some nice hot coffee. (12)
W: Oh, you’re the best. That’s why Mom married you! (12)
Text 9
W: This place is really far away, but the scenery is so beautiful here. Shall we park the motorhome （房车） now (13) It’s getting dark.
M: Sure, how about stopping the vehicle over there
W: Yes, perfect. That’s much more convenient than putting up a tent when we went camping in the woods in the spring of this year. (15)
M: True. We can park here right on the beach! (13)
W: Oh, yes. I filled the vehicle up with fresh water in the morning. (14) So, we can have a shower if necessary.
M: Great! There we go. Let’s get out and have a look around.
W: Wow, the scenery is amazing here in Scotland. Look at the sunset above the sea and the snowy mountain behind us. (15) Let me take a picture!
M: The bad thing is that it’s not summer now, but we’re so lucky to spend the cold night in the warm motorhome! (15) And we can have a good view of everything from there.
W: Anyway, let’s get back inside and I’ll turn the heat on! (15) Would you please go and check if there is enough gas to cook our dinner (16)
M: Sure. (16)
Text 10 （第17题为推断题）
M: Welcome back to the show! This is Andrew. And now let’s have a look at the books that are coming out this month. October is the month of autumn and Halloween, so as you would expect, there are a few horror novels hitting bookstores soon. The first book is The Dark which comes out on October 10th, and there is only one week before that. (18) It includes 13 short stories written by journalist Lee Ryan. What’s more, it is hoped that this book will be turned into a movie series. Next, we have Stone Cold. This is the first novel by Japanese writer Ichiro Fujino that has been translated into English. It will be published on October 17th. His writing is really excellent and I can’t wait for more of his works to be translated. Lastly, we have The Mall from American writer John Clarke. (19) It tells about a newly opened library in Australia where people start going missing. I don’t want to say any more, or I’ll ruin the surprise. You can learn more about these books on our show’s website. (20) That’s all from me. Have a great October!
试题答案
1~5 ABCCA 6~10 CBABC 11~15 BAACA 16~20 CBCBA
21~23 CAB 24~27 BDCA 28~31 ABCD 32~35 ACBD 36~40 DBFEC
41~45 BACBC 46~50 DBBCD 51~55 AADCD
56．has risen/has been rising 57．to release 58．protecting 59．a 60．based
61．hundreds 62．fewer 63．extinction 64．which/that 65．until/till
写作
第一节
参考范文：
My Favourite Book
Of all the books I read, I like A Dream of Red Mansions best. It describes a tragic love story of the two cousins, through which one witnesses the history of rise and fall of four big families. It covers various subjects ranging from medicine to architecture, making it one of the four classics in Chinese literature.
After reading A Dream of Red Mansions, I feel life is as beautiful as a poem, which is full of ups and downs, sadness and happiness. As a teenager, I should cherish the present and look forward to the future. I think the book has its own brand new look in both ideological content and artistic skills and a permanent artistic charm worthy of inheritance.
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I walked over and put my arm around her. “Are you okay Can I help ” Between sobs, the woman told me that she’d lost her purse somewhere along her trip. Without her purse, she could not pay for a taxi or food, and had no way to contact her husband and let him know what had happened. As they announced that our flight was boarding, fresh tears of panic filled the mother’s eyes, and I told her not to worry. I realized my customer had been right—I had found the perfect use for the money she’d given me.
I grabbed the woman’s hand and slipped her the money. Thanking me over and over, her sobs turned to tears of joy as we boarded our flight together. On the plane, my daughter ended up sitting near this woman, and I overheard their conversation. “Please, give me your mom’s address so I can pay her back when I get home.” “No,” my daughter said. “Maybe someday you’ll get the chance to pass the favor on to someone else in need. That would make my mother happy.”
