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合肥市 2020 年高三第二次教学质量检测
英语试题
（考试时间：120 分钟满分：150 分）
试卷采用闭卷、笔试形式。试卷由四个部分组成。其中，第一、二部分和第三部分的第
一节为选择题。第三部分的第二节和第四部分为非选择题。试卷满分 150 分。考试时间 120 分
钟。考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必用 0.5 毫米黑色签字笔将自己的姓名、座位号、准考证号、县区和科类填
写在答题卡和试卷规定的位置上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用 2B 铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需
改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案标号。
3. 回答非选择题时，必须用 0. 5 毫米黑色签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内
相应的位置，写在本试卷上无效。如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不能
使用涂改液、胶带纸、修正带。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。
第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案
转涂到答题卡上。
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。
例：How much is the shirt?
A. £ 19.15. B.£ 9.18. C.£ 9.15.
答案是 C。
1. What does the man ask the woman to do?
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A. Do some cleaning. B. Blow up the balloons.C. Throw a birthday party.
2. Why did Susan cry?
A. She was late for school.
B. Her alarm clock broke down.
C. Her friend didn't believe her.
3. What are the speakers talking about?
A. Their travel plans.
B. Their holiday experiences.
C. Their summer part-time jobs.
4. How does John feel about Jane's behavior?
A. Dissatisfied.
B. Embarrassed.
C. Concerned.
5. What is the probable relationship between the speakers?
A. Strangers. B. Guide and tourist. C. Customer and salesman.
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. Why does the woman want to stay at home?
A. To have a good rest. B. To avoid the crowds. C. To prepare for an exam.
7. What will the man probably do in the holidays?
A. Work extra hours. B. Go travelling. C . Visit friends.
听第 7 段材料，回答第 8 至 10 题。
8. Why does the man make the call?
A. To make a booking.
B. To confirm his reservation.
C. To adjust the arrangement.
9. When will the man leave for Boston?
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A. On Monday. B. On Tuesday. C. On Wednesday.
10. How much will the man pay for the tickets?
A. $150. B. $300. C. $450.
听第 8 段材料，回答第 11 至 13 题。
11. Where does this conversation probably take place?
A. In a gym.B. In a park. C. On a playground.
12. Why does the woman stick to jogging?
A. She is really fond of it. B. She has a desire to keep fit. C. She wants to reduce stress.
13. Who is the man going to call?
. A. Natasha. B. Julia C. Louise.
听第 9 段材料，回答第 14 至 17 题。
14. What is May doing?
A. Applying to join a club.B. Conducting an interview.C. Recommending a club.
15. Why has Jack left the Business Club?
A. He has lost interest. B. He is too busy this term.C. He has joined another club.
16. What effect has the club had on May?
A. She has become talkative.
B. She has become confident.
C. She has become considerate.
17. What will Jack probably do next?
A. Register online.
B. Buy some flowers.
C. Sign an agreement.
听第 10 段材料，回答第 18 至 20 题。
18. What have scientists trained dogs to do recently?
A. Sniff out diseases. B. Distinguish plants. C. Discover illegal drugs.
19. What is the purpose of the scientists' research?
A. To improve security at airports.
B. To find a cure for a rare dog disease.
C. To prevent more trees being infected.
20. What is the speaker doing?
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A. Delivering a lecture. B. Hosting a program. C. Conducting a seminar.
第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分 40 分）
第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 30 分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A, B、C 和 D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该
项涂黑。
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There are a number of events going on this weekend and in the days ahead at the Cooperage,
located at 1030 Main Street in Honesdale. Enjoy! Remember more events can be found on the
Calendar of Events or under our Community Link.
The Cooperage Maker Fair
The Cooperage Maker Fair will be held from 10: 00 am to 4: 00 pm on Friday, June 12th on the
grounds of the City Museum. The Maker Fair is a place where people show what they are making-a
showcase of invention and creativity,and share what they are learning. Anyone interested in presenting
their projects,hobbies and experiments should apply to take part at www. cooperagemakerfair.com.
Such Sweet Thunder
At 7: 00 pm on Wednesday, June 17th,there will be a film screening of comedy Twelfth Night as
part of the Such Sweet Thunder: Shakespeare's Plays on Film Series. Dr. Robert Dugan will introduce
the play with a brief background and orientation(培训）。Admission is free,but due to limited
seating,
booking is required at www.suchsweetthunder.com.
Sounds Like Teen Spirit
On Thursday, June 25th,there will be an event called Sounds Like Teen Spirit from 3: 00 pm
to 5: 00 pm. Sounds Like Teen Spirit is designed to provide an opportunity to showcase the talent of
our community's youth. School-aged students are encouraged to share their performing art on stage at
the Cooperage!
Great Brazilian Music Tour
On Saturday, June 27th,a fantastic opportunity is ready for you to listen to some great Brazilian
music by the musical group Minas. It is from 2: 30 pm to 4: 30 pm,and doors open at 2: 00 pm. We
encourage children and their families to come to learn all about the rhythm,excitement and sound of
Brazilian music. The 2-hour performance is sure to be fun for the whole family. The admission charge
is $5 for each person,and all the money will go to the local food bank. You can also give away old
clothes and money at the entrance.
21. When is the event kids can put on their own performances at?
A. June 12th. B. June 17th. C. June 25th. D. June 27th.
22. Which event requires people to make a reservation?
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A. Such Sweet Thunder. B. Sounds Like Teen Spirit
C. The Cooperage Maker Fair. D. Great Brazilian Music Tour.
23. What can you do at Great Brazilian Music Tour?.
A. Show your gift for invention. B. Learn to make music.
C. Perform with Minas on stage. D. Make a donation.
B
People often talk about cultural differences between western and eastern countries,but how
about the western world itself? Surprisingly,a closer look at it can reveal a good many curious details.
The most obvious characteristic of the majority of Americans is that they smile a lot. It does not
matter whether they have a strong reason to smile;they do it,sometimes simply because they have to.
A smile is not just a powerful marketing tool but also a way to show that someone is friendly,and that
life in general is fine. Europeans,on the contrary,prefer to keep a more neutral （不露声色的）facial
expression. They smile mostly when they are in a good mood,or feel amused;if not,a European's face
will remain neutral,or even dull. In Russia,for example, there is a proverb saying that laughing for no
reason is a sign of a fool. It does not mean that Europeans are serious,or that they do not have a sense
of humor.
The same refers to communication in general. Americans are extremely communicative;small
talk and chats are common. Europeans talk mostly when there is something to say,and rarely enter
communication just for the purpose of talking to other people. American people prefer to express what
they think carefully,considering how it might affect surrounding people.Europeans are more
straightforward,even with unfamiliar people. A European friend will almost always voice their
opinion on different occasions,and will not hesitate to remind you that you need to lose some weight
or take a shower.
It can be said that Americans are people of contrasts. They are open-minded,flexible,and ready to
accept everything new enthusiastically;but at the same time, American society managesto bring up
unbelievable conservatives. Americans are extremely politically correct,which,in most cases,is indeed
a secure and beneficial practice,but it can also mess up daily or even private communication,
sometimes preventing having close relationships. Europeans,on the contrary,are more straightforward,
preferring to tell the truth in direct ways. Each way of communication is different-neither is correct or
incorrect.
24. What does the author say about smiling?
A. It is culture-related within western countries.
B. It is a powerful marketing tool across cultures.
C. It is thought of as a sign of a fool in America.
D. It is regarded as being socially necessary in Europe.
25. What is typical of Europeans' communication?
A. Beating around the bush. B. Having small talk and chats
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C. Hiding their feelings carefully.. D. Expressing themselves openly.
26. What does the underlined word"it" in the last paragraph refer to?
A. Being straightforward. B. Being politically correct.
C. Accepting everything new. D. Raising unbelievable conservatives.
27. How is the text mainly developed?
A. By analyzing cause and effect. B. By making comparisons
C. By classifying body language. D. By discussing research findings.
C
Scientists have created the world's first living,self-healing(自愈）robots using stem cells
from frogs. Named after the African clawed frog from which they take their stem cells,xenobots are
less than a millimeter wide(0. 04 inches)-small enough to travel inside human bodies. They can walk
and swim,survive for weeks without food,and work together in groups. These are ＂entirely new life-
forms, "said project co-leader Michael Levin,director of the Allen Discovery Center.
The researchers removed living stem cells,which have the ability to develop into different cell
types,from frog embryos(胚胎），and left them to incubate(孵化）。 Then,the cells were cut
andreshaped into specific"body.forms"designed by a supercomputer. "They're neither a traditional
robot nor a known species of animal, "said robotics expert Joshua Bongard. The cells then began to
work on their own and even have the regenerative power;when the scientists cut the living robot
almost in half,its cells automatically zippered its body back up.
Xenobots don't look like traditional robots-they have no shiny clothing or robotic arms.Instead
,they look more like a tiny drop of moving pink flesh. The researchers say this is deliberate-this
biological machine can achieve things typical robots of steel and plastic cannot do. ＂ Traditional
robots degrade( 降 解 ） over time and can produce harmful ecological and health side
effects,"researchers said in the study. As biological machines,xenobots are more environmentally
friendly and safer for human health,the study said.
Research is being done into using the robots to clean up radioactive waste or even microplastics
from the oceans. Scientists are also trying to include a greater variety of cells;a new nervous system
for example. However,some people argue that the addition of nerve cells would cause moral problems.
The general public have also expressed concern that humans would be taken control of by robots.
However, Michael Levin thinks there's no need to worry. "Xenobots have no ability to reproduce or
evolve. The supercomputer which is used to produce them does useartificial intelligence. But for
now,all is fine, "said Levin.
28. What is the text mainly about?
A. The advantage of AI technology. B. The introduction of a latest robot.
C. The medical value of African frogs.D. The application of robots in medicine.
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29. Which of the following best explains"regenerative"underlined in Paragraph 2?
A. Healing by itself.B. Replacing old cells.C. Living much longer.D. Defending against attacks.
30. What do we know about xenobots?
A. They can break up steel and plastic while degrading.
B. They can do everything that traditional robots can do.
C. They do less harm to the environment and human health.
D. They often change their color deliberately while moving.
31. What is Michael Levin's attitude toward the development of xenobots?
A. Ambiguous. B. Positive. C. Skeptical. D. Cautious.
D
A new study recently found that elephants in central African forests can encourage the growth
of slow-growing trees and increase the ability of the forest to store carbon.
＂As a tree,there's a trade-off--you can't have it all, "explained Fabio Berzaghi,who led the study.
"You either invest in growing fast,or in building a lot of structure with carbon to be more resistant.
"Elephants prefer to eat fast-growing trees in more open spaces. As they feed and walk,they cause
damage to these species,knocking over trees or breaking off branches,which results in an ecosystem
that favors large,slow-growing hardwood trees. "As the elephants thin the forest,they increase the
number of slow-growing trees and the forest is capable of storing more carbon, "said Stephen Blake,
one of the paper's authors.
Scientists collected field measurements in the Congo Basin and used a computer model to predict
how elephants would affect forest structure,and carbon storage potential in the long term.The data
confirmed that when elephants are present,the forest contains larger trees and higher abundances of
species with high wood density. Conversely(相反地），should forest elephants go extinct,leaving
those slow-growing trees struggling to compete with fast-growing species,it would result in a 7
percent loss of above-ground biomass(生物总量）。 As a result,central African forests could lose up
to three billion tons of carbon,potentially accelerating climate change.
The sad reality is that humans are doing their best to rid the planet of elephants. "This study
comes at a time when forest elephants are threatened as never before, ”said Iain Douglas Hamilton,
founder of Save the Elephants. "It is shocking that just as we are beginning to understand
howelephants might have a key role in Africa in storing carbon,they are under real threat of extinction.
"One limitation of the study, Mr. Berzaghi said,is that we do not know how much carbon has already
been lost because of the elephants'decline. But it does seem certain,he added,that putting a stop to
illegal hunting and restoring forest elephant populations would bring climate benefits.
32. What can we infer about slow-growing trees in Paragraph 2?
A. They are elephants 'favorite food. B. They are easily hurt by elephants.
C. They can help forests store carbon. D. They may reduce elephant populations.
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33. What would happen without elephants living in central African forests?
A. Climate change would possibly be sped up.
B. The forest structure would remain unchanged.
C. The forests would lose more fast-growing trees.
D. Larger trees would defeat fast-growing species.
34. What did Mr. Berzaghi suggest people do?
A. Lead a low-carbon life. .B. Evaluate the carbon loss.
C. Stop destroying forests D. Protect forest elephants.
35. What is the best title for the text?
A. Humans and Nature Live in Harmony
B. Elephants Disappear in Parts of Africa
C. Climate Change Affects Forest Structure
D. Elephants Defend Against Climate Change
第二节（共 5 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 10 分）
根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Will there be an outbreak of bird flu that threatens humans? Many experts disagree on when or
whether a human pandemic(大流行病）will occur,but do say there is a chance that the virus could
mutate(变异），leading to widespread infection. 36 Here's what you need to know to help keep
yourself healthy.
Stock up on food,water and household supplies. If there is a bird flu pandemic,you'll want to
minimize your chance of catching it by staying indoors;you might even be required to stay home if the
government asks that people remain in quarantine(隔离期）。 You'd better stock up today on at least
2-week worth of essentials such as water,food,emergency and medical supplies. 37
Have an outbreak plan. It may feel odd or uncomfortable to talk to family members and loved
ones about the worst-case pandemic scenario. But if that scenario strikes,you'll all be much better off
if you have a plan decided on and ready. 38 Figure out how you would care for them and what your
first response and responsibilities would be;this is an especially important conversation to have with
those with special care needs.
39_Things like keeping a balanced diet,exercising regularly and getting sufficient rest can help
keep you healthy in an outbreak and also keep you from catching the common cold.Particularly in a
flu outbreak situation,it will be important to wash our hands with soap and water for at least 20
seconds. Be diligent about covering coughs and sneezes with tissues.
Moreover,know your essential health information such as blood type,allergies,and past or
current medical conditions. Make a list of that essential information for all the members of your
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family. 40 And do make sure everyone in your household knows where to find it.
A. Work out regularly to stay slim.
B. Pick up the habits of healthy behavior.
C. It is wise to keep it somewhere safe and visible.
D. It's important to ask yourself these questions before a pandemic occurs.
E. Talk with your friends and family about how you'd respond to an epidemic.
F. In that case,the best thing you can do right now is to prepare for that possibility.
G. That will help you get through an extended time at home if an outbreak happens.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分 45 分）
第一节（共 20 小题；每小题 1. 5 分，满分 30 分）
阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C 和 D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的
最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
Anxiety is a weight that I have always carried. Once,in my first grade, I had to read a book to
the whole class. With 41 , I walked up to the front slowly. I hadn't 42 it to the second page when the
tears started. I tried to 43,but my teacher's glare kept me rooted to the seat. Since then the front of the
classroom has stayed a major 44 of stress for me.
Later, I was 45 a bad situation. I was consumed with 46 whenever I prepared for a presentation. I
47 got sleepless,worrying about the quality. I simply 48 the reality until the last minute. When a
teacher 49 a project, I also got nervous,but not for the same 50 as my classmates. They feared the hard
work,while I was terrified of walking to the front to 51
It was funny that one single emotion 52 a complete disaster for me. It doesn't sound so 53－
everyone gets nervous and public speaking is the number one fear! 54,social anxiety isn't just a fear of
public speaking. For someone,taking a test or making a decision to quit a group can 55 anxiety. For
me,anxiety is being 56 of trying new things because if I don't know what to expect, I might make a
fool of myself,which is worse than a 57 life, at least in the moment.
My family's love saved me. After accepting that this is just me, I didn't 58_. And I also made
some friends in my class. Now, I raise my hand,even when I lack 59 in my answer. And I participate
in class,even if it is in a more 60 manner than others. And what matters is that I'm now improving
little by little.
41. A. happiness B. confusion C.unwillingness D.surprise
42.A. made B. pushed C. counted D got
43. A. stop B. leave C. smile D. repeat
44.A. source B.loss C sign D. effect
45.A.curious about B. sensitive to C. careful with D. stuck in
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46.A. anger B. guilt C. anxiety D. regret
47.A,yet B. again C. still D. even
48. A. changed B.ignored C. confirmed D. remembered
49.A. finished B announced C.financed D. cancelled
51. A. whisper B. dance C. present D. reply
52. A. held back B. put off C.broke down D. turned out
53.A. awful B. familiar C. practical D. natural
54.A. Therefore B. Moreover C. However D. Otherwise
55.A. reduce B.cause C. handle D. remove
56.A. fond B. aware C. proud D. scared
57. A. boring B. successful C. busy D. private
58.A. show off B. give up C. get along D. set out
59.A. assistance B.interest C. experience D. confidence
60. A. professional B. aggressive C. reserved D. consistent
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。
Chopsticks play an important role in Chinese food culture. Chinese chopsticks are round on the
eating end which symbolizes heaven,while the other end is square which symbolizes earth.
This is because keeping enough food is 61 ( great)concern than anything else. It is important
to note that chopsticks are used in many different cultures and there is no single standard for the use of
chopsticks. Here are some customs 62 (associate)with chopsticks in China. Playing with chopsticks
63(consider)
bad manners. And chopsticks should not be placed 64(vertical)in a bowl of rice or other food. Any
stick-like object pointing upward 65 (resemble)the incense(香）sticks that people use 66 offerings to
their dead familymembers. It is also bad manners to tap chopsticks on 67 edge of one's bowl,because
in ancient China beggars often made this noise 68 (attract)attention.
In Chinese, "chopsticks"reads"kuai zi",which means"to have sons soon, "so a newly-married
couple will be very happy to accept chopsticks as 69(they)wedding gift.
70 has already been found out is that using chopsticks improves one's memory,increases
finger dexterity(灵巧）and can be useful in learning and improving skills such as Chinese character
printing and brush painting.
第四部分 写作（共两节，满分 35 分）
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第一节 短文改错（共 10 小题；每小题 1 分，满分 10 分）
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有 10
处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（A), 并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用斜线（＼）划掉。
修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意：
1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词；
2. 只允许修改 10 处，多者（从第 11 处起）不计分。
Last month I got a chance to take part in our school basketball match. I took the place with my
classmate, Wang Bin,who had been serious injured before the match. During the match, I try my best
to move and pass the ball. I shot a couple of time but I scored none,what made me very worried. All
my teammates comforted me but they gave me a lot of encourage. We played as a team and did
everything we could win the match. In an end,we won 65-63. It was a fantastic memory that would be
worth treasuring it forever.
第二节 书面表达（满分 25 分）
假定你是李华，正在英国一所国际学校交流学习，该校的校报 SUNSHINE 正在征集读
者意见，请你给该校报编辑写封信，内容包括：
1. 简要评价；
2. 最喜欢的栏目（如：Stories Behind Culture)并简述理由；
3. 建议增加中国文化的介绍。
注意：
1. 词数 100 左右；
2. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
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