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东莞市、揭阳市、韶关市 2024-2025 学年度第一学期期末
教学质量检查高三英语
(本试卷共10页，满分120分。考试用时120分钟。)
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
Do you know the best and cheapest way to see Europe? How about travelling by train across Europe? If
booked in advance, it can offer some incredible deals. It beats flying anyway and also is the most sustainable and
one of the cheapest ways to travel across Europe. Here comes one of the best-value train deals in Europe — tick off
three classic Europe destinations with one incredible fare.
Currently there are 2 trains servicing the route daily, linking up three key European capitals — Prague, Vienna
and Budapest. Tickets start from as little as €16 between Prague and Budapest shown as follows.
Tickets
Price Facilities & Services Cancelation
(Prague-Budapest)
During your trip, you can easily order refreshments
Low cost using our mobile app or refresh yourself with free
€16
(2nd Class) Rajec water. We think about your safety, which is
why you’ll find a sanitizer (消毒剂) on every train. More than 15 minutes
Choose the place of your choice. Travel in comfortable before departure: 0%; less
seats with built-in LCD screens for plenty of than 15 minutes: not
Standard entertainment. The daily newspaper and the free Rajec possible.
€18.3
(2nd Class) water will make your journey more enjoyable. We think
about your safety, which is why you’ll find a sanitizer
on every train.
For an extra €8.9 you can also upgrade your standard ticket to the first class where you’ll get a slightly better
seat and leg space.
21. What is the advantage of train travel over flying across Europe?
A. It is more sustainable and cheaper. B. It is incredible and well-serviced.
C. It can be booked in advance. D. It covers four classic destinations.
22. What service do low-cost and standard tickets have in common?
A. Self-chosen seats. B. Free Rajec water.
C. Built-in LCD screens. D. Daily newspaper.
23. How much is the first class ticket?
A. €16. B. €18.3. C. €24.9. D. €27.2.
B
A clear-blue-eyed 19-year-old boy, Ben Alexander wanders along a narrow path. He climbs into a chicken
house he recently built and smiles while climbing up a swinging bridge to a consulting room in a treehouse. This is
treatment.
Alexander is the first patient at the newly opened NewSTART, a video game and internet addiction recovery
学科网（北京）股份有限公司program. It’s hard to imagine that Alexander is now merrily giving a tour of the forest facility. In the past, he was
addicted to a computer game for more than 16 hours a day, but he says, “It was pretty much all I was doing when I
was in college.”
Nearly a year ago, Alexander got so addicted to an online game that he would skip meals and give up sleep.
He tried several times to quit the game but failed. On the edge of dropping out of school, Alexander turned to his
dad for help. His parents checked him into an addiction treatment center immediately so that he could join the
program.
The program, run by Sophia and Albert, is located in Sophia’s house. Her husband and son also live there.
There’s room for six patients, but during Alexander’s treatment, the others were on the way. He is given a regular
schedule, with outdoor activities such as caring for chickens and goats. These activities are organized throughout
the day, plus housework and meals. Sophia says the program is designed to help people learn to deal with being
bored after returning home.
Some psychologists hold the idea that pathological (病态的) game-playing or internet surfing is not
really an addiction, but a sign of a deeper issue, such as depression or anxiety. But Albert believes the
virtual world can be no less addicting than other addictions, such as smoking.
24. What is the main purpose of the NewSTART program?
A. To provide suggestions on video games.
B. To organize interesting outdoor activities.
C. To teach teenagers how to build a treehouse.
D. To solve game and internet addiction problems.
25. How did Alexander’s parents react when he turned to them for help?
A. They seriously criticized him. B. They completely ignored it.
C. They helped seek treatment. D. They advised quitting school.
26. Which of the following is true about Alexander during his treatment?
A. He was the only patient there.
B. He had other serious abuse problems.
C. He felt unhappy in the treatment center.
D. He wasn’t aware how serious his addiction was.
27. What does Albert believe about internet and video game addiction?
A. It’s not a real addiction. B. It’s as addicting as smoking.
C. It’s a sign of depression. D. It’s less serious than anxiety.
C
Rancho Los Cerritos, a historic site and museum in Long Beach, illustrates the local history of Spanish,
Mexican, and European cultures. In 2022, a special project, an advanced stormwater recycling system, was started
there. This system collects, stores and reuses rainwater on site, helping to save water and showing how to deal with
droughts and changing weather patterns.
The project also includes a public education program called “Looking Back to Advance Forward.” It’s a mix
of new technology and nature-based solutions that the Tongva people, native to the area, developed over 5,000
学科网（北京）股份有限公司years ago. With this innovative hybrid system, the Rancho will collect and reuse almost 100% of the rainwater,
reducing water use and keeping pollutants out of the wetlands, the Los Angeles River, and the ocean.
Why is this stormwater management system a big deal? It’s the first of its kind in the U. S. at a historic site
like this. It uses special bricks that let water pass through. These bricks are at the top of the site and the water flows
down into an underground tank that holds 22,000 gallons. The water in the tank is then filtered (过滤) and
treated before being used to water the historic gardens.
The site is on a hill, which allows people to use gravity to channel rainwater into a natural dry streambed at the
lowest point of the property. The water in the dry stream is treated using biofiltration, which means using plants to
help keep the water clean and balanced.
Simply speaking, Rancho Los Cerritos’ stormwater system is like a big, smart sponge (海绵) that
absorbs rainwater, cleans it, and then uses it to keep the gardens green. It’s away of respecting the past
and the environment while preparing for the future.
28. Why did Rancho Los Cerrito start a special project?
A. To tackle the dry weather. B. To create a tourist attraction.
C. To illustrate the local history. D. To reduce the annual rainfall.
29. What can we learn about the stormwater system from Para.2&3?
A. It can collect and reuse all the rainfall.
B. It was developed over 5,000 years ago.
C. It’s the first to be used in a U. S. historic site.
D. It’s the largest system built in American history.
30. How does the stormwater system work?
A. It pumps water from a river.
B. It treats water with chemicals.
C. Special bricks allow water to flow through.
D. Water flows directly to the historic gardens.
31. What is the passage mainly about?
A. The history of Rancho Los Cerritos.
B. A water protection project in California.
C. An innovative stormwater system at a historic site.
D. A traditional stormwater recycle system in Rancho.
D
The concept of a day, defined by Earth’s rotation (自转), has been the basis for timekeeping since
ancient times. However, the speed of Earth’s rotation is not always the same. It slows down due to the
drag of tides, leading to the addition of “leap seconds” (闰秒) to atomic time (原子时间) to maintain
synchronization, keeping atomic time matchingthe Earth’s rotation. In this way, our clocks match how long
it takes for the Earth to make one full turn. Since 1972, we have added leap seconds 27 times. Yet,
recent changes in Earth’s rotation have brought about a debate on whether we should continue this practice.
In the past, Earth’s rotation was slowing, but since the 1990s, it has been speeding up, potentially requiring the
学科网（北京）股份有限公司removal of a leap second. This complete change has led to questions about the necessity of leap seconds, as they
cause interruptions in computer and telecom operations. For instance, the addition of a leap second in 2012 caused
Reddit to crash and some airline companies to experience flight delays.
The debate raises the question: does it matter if there’s a noticeable difference between Earth’s rotational day
and atomic time? In a digitized world, the exact length of the day might seem less important. However, some argue
that maintaining the traditional day is important for various reasons, including scientific and cultural significance.
The decision to continue or abandon leap seconds is complex. Some propose waiting a century before making
a significant adjustment. But others suggest stopping leap-second adjustments by 2035, as voted by the General
Conference on Weights and Measures in 2022. This would mean less frequent adjustments, allowing for better
preparation.
Ultimately, the decision on leap seconds reflects our relationship with time and the importance we place on
consistency. As physicist Elizabeth says, “Time is the most important unit in the international system of units; a lot
of other standards depend on it.” Whether we choose to keep leap seconds or adopt a new system, the goal is to
ensure the reliability and stability of timekeeping in our increasingly interconnected world.
32. What is the most likely meaning of “synchronization” in Para.1?
A. Separating from others. B. Keeping the same pace.
C. Predicting time patterns. D. Making something confusing.
33. Why are Reddit and some airline companies mentioned in Para.2?
A. They were trapped in computer interruptions.
B. They prove the big change on Earth’s rotation.
C. They suffered great damages from flight delays.
D. They are examples of the impact by a leap second.
34. What is the purpose of adjusting leap seconds?
A. To slow down Earth’s rotation.
B. To prevent great chaos in the world.
C. To protect other standards relying on time.
D. To keep time measuring dependable and consistent.
35. What may be the author’s opinion on adjusting leap seconds?
A. Favourable. B. Neutral. C. Subjective. D. Indifferent.
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。
China’s Earliest Capital
ANYANG, the northernmost city in Henan Province, once served as capital of the Shang Dynasty. It is the
earliest capital of China in written record.
36 In the early 20th century, the Shang Dynasty ruins were unearthed inXiaotun Village, Yindu
District of the city. Archaeologists discovered bones and tortoise shells carved with the earliest form of Chinese
script. They also found the Houmuwu Ding—a rectangular bronze container and at the time, the biggest bronze
object ever found. 37
学科网（北京）股份有限公司In the third century, a large number of literati and poets created many masterpieces here, forming the Jian’ an
Style of literature. 38
In the 1960s, under very difficult conditions, people in the Linxian County of Anyang (today’s Linzhou City)
built the Red Flag Canal (Hongqi Qu) to channel water from Zhuozhang River to towns and villages of Linzhou
City. It supplies water to 670,000 people, watering over 33,500 hectares of land. 39 Thanks to the
sufficient water supply and rich soil, Linzhou has tree farms, fishponds, and fruit gardens. Standing on top of a hill
in the outskirt of Linzhou City, one can see green mountains and crop fields. Today, the grand project has inspired
generations of Chinese with a pioneering and hard-working spirit.
When the weather is pleasant, many people like to walk along the Red Flag Canal from its head in Pingshun
County of Shanxi Province. 40 Along the major channel of over 70-kilometers, people can feel the great
devotion of the builders when they pass by every cliff and tunnel.
A. The Shang Dynasty’s capital was found in Anyang.
B. Today, the Red Flag Canal has become a scenic spot.
C. It greatly influenced Chinese literature for centuries after.
D. The discovery showed China’s splendid ancient bronze culture.
E. Forty years on, Linzhou’s groundwater and soil have changed a lot.
F. It’s a direct way to experience the project and its tough building process.
G. With a long history, Anyang is one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization.
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。
Best-selling author Abby called her high school creative writing teacher, Tim House, after 27 years. She called
to express her 41 for his impact on her writing career.
Abby 42 that Mr. House’s creative writing class was the only one class that she 43 enjoyed in
high school. She took his class for three years and remembered his fun and 44 teaching style. However, she
never thought of 45 until she became an author and realized how much he had influenced her career.
Recently, while going through her old belongings during a move, Abby 46 her high school writings.
And in there were poetry books Mr. House had published, with his full name on them. 47 , she posted on
social media, “Does anyone know Mr. Tim House? I’d love to get his phone number to call and thank him for his
encouragement.” Within two hours, the 48 flooded in. Her followers managed to 49 him and then
they told Abby his number.
The phone call was 50 for both of them. Fighting back tears, Mr. House felt deeply moved and
grateful, his voice shaking as he said, “It’s 51 like these that make me feel like being a teacher is a
worthwhile profession. I can inspire someone to 52 a lot more with writing than I ever will.”
When Abby shared that 53 online, many people in the comments said, “This is going to make me
contact teachers who made a difference in my life.” Mr. House expressed 54 that these stories would help
teachers get some of the recognition that they 55 .
41. A. joy B. gratitude C. surprise D. pride
学科网（北京）股份有限公司42. A. recalled B. observed C. planned D. predicted
43. A. equally B. briefly C. generally D. truly
44. A. formal B. strict C. traditional D. encouraging
45. A. showing off B. hanging out C. reaching out D. moving on
46. A. found B. threw C. tested D. corrected
47. A. Confused B. Inspired C. Curious D. Patient
48. A. letters B. questions C. responses D. opinions
49. A. admire B. guide C. invite D. locate
50. A. sympathetic B. emotional C. stressful D. embarrassing
51. A. moments B. awards C. thoughts D. reasons
52. A. teach B. design C. achieve D. send
53. A. picture B. post C. article D. video
54. A. hope B. concern C. doubt D. interest
55. A. admit B. refuse C. escape D. deserve
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。
On the streets of Shanghai, you can often see a young French woman leading a group of tourists around the
city on citywalks, introducing the history and culture of the big city to them in Chinese, English and French.
Clarisse Le Guernic runs a cultural company that has taken it 56 its mission to help locals and
foreigners better understand Shanghai by the concept of citywalks. After coming to study in Shanghai in 2015, she
57 (regard) the city as her second hometown ever since. “ 58 I’m a foreigner, the city is no stranger to
me,” she joked.
Le Guernic’s story with China began back in 2008, 59 she chose Chinese as her second foreign
language in middle school. 60 couple of years later during her second year of high school, she visited
China for the first time together with her classmates. During that visit, they traveled to several famous places, such
as the Great Wall and the Palace Museum. In addition to 61 (visit) historic sites, they also attended classes
with Chinese students. The short journey left a deep impression on her. “I really longed for more 62
(opportunity) to go to China and experience the local life 63 (I),”she said.
After her graduation from college, she chose 64 (settle) down in Shanghai and launch her own
business. With Shanghai’s 65 (friend) business environment for foreign firms, she was able to register her
company within two weeks in April 2020. Her company provides citywalk tours to help tourists experience
Shanghai.
第四部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假设你是李华，上周五你校组织了一次关于“智能生活与人际交往”的主题沙龙活动。请给学校英语俱乐
部公众号写一篇推文。内容包括：
1.活动介绍；
2.活动意义。
学科网（北京）股份有限公司注意：
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。
Salon: Smart Living and Interpersonal Communication
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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。
The Silent Signal
In a quiet little town in England, there lived an elderly man named Harold. Uneducated and
widowed (鳏夫), Harold’s heart was heavy with loneliness. His children, Emily, a doctor in London, and
Thomas, a lawyer in Manchester, had moved to the busy cities, leaving him in the family home with only his
old mobile phone for company. The phone was a lifeline to his children, and he treasured every ring.
One day, Harold decided to visit a local mobile phone repair shop, TechSolutions, with a sense of urgency. His
phone, an outdated one, had been silent for weeks. No calls, no messages— just a terrible quiet that seemed to
mirror his life.
Harold entered the shop, with his pace slow and tired. He approached the counter and handed his phone to the
young repairman, a cheerful man named Liam. “There’s something wrong with it,” Harold insisted, his voice
trembling slightly. “It’s not ringing, and I’m sure my children, Emily and Thomas, want to speak to me.”
Liam, with a warm smile, took the phone and began to inspect it. Harold watched and held his breath as Liam
pressed buttons and shook his head, saying technical terms under his breath. After a few minutes, Liam looked up
and announced, “Everything seems to be in order, Mr. Harold. Your phone is functioning perfectly.” The news did
not bring relief to Harold’s wrinkled forehead. If anything, his worry lines deepened. “But if it’s working, why
haven’t I received any calls?” he asked, his voice barely above a whisper.
Liam, sensing the depth of Harold’s despair, decided to dig deeper. To his surprise, he discovered that Harold’s
phone was indeed receiving calls, but the ringer was turned off, and the phone was set to silent mode. Liam showed
Harold how to adjust the settings, ensuring the ringer was on and the volume was up.
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。
He also checked Harold’s voicemail, finding several unheard messages.
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Liam asked Harold for his children’s numbers and made a few calls.
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学科网（北京）股份有限公司东莞市、揭阳市、韶关市 2024—2025 学年度第一学期期末
教学质量检查高三英语参考答案
第一部分 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)
21-23ABD 24-27DCAB 28-31ACCC 32-35 BDDB
第二节(共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
36-40GDCEF
第二部分 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)
41-45BADDC 46-50ABCDB 51-55 ACBAD
第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
56. as 57. has regarded 58. Although / Though 59. when
60. A 61. visiting 62. opportunities 63. myself
64. to settle 65. friendly
评分标准：与答案不一致不得分(58、60小题首字母不大写，不得分)。
第三部分写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
Salon: Smart Living and Interpersonal Communication
Last Friday witnessed a fascinating salon held by our school in the Lecture Hall, whose theme was“Smart
Living and Interpersonal Communication”.
The event started with a lecture by a guest speaker on how technology impacts our social lives, from
communication apps to virtual reality devices. We then discussed the pros and cons of social media, the
significance of face-to-face interactions, and how technology can help us connect better. A highlight was the hands-
on session where we experienced what it’s like to interact in a fully digital world.
In conclusion, the salon was a resounding success, leaving us with a deeper appreciation for the role of
technology in our lives. Let’s continue this dialogue and apply what we’ve learned to enrich our daily interactions.
第二节(满分25分)
One possible version:
He also checked Harolds voicemail, finding several unheard messages. As he played them back, Harold’s face
lit up with a mix of surprise and emotion. He heard his children’s voices, filled with concern and love, checking in
on him. Each message was like a ray of sunshine breaking through the clouds of his loneliness. Harold’s eyes
welled up with tears as he realized how much he had missed due to a simple phone setting. He was grateful to Liam
for helping him uncover these treasures of love. A kind smile spread across Liam’s face as he resolved to take
further steps to assist.
Liam asked Haroldfor his children’s numbers and made a few calls. He informed them of the situation and
encouraged them to call their father more often. Emily and Thomas were relieved to hear that their father was fine.
学科网（北京）股份有限公司They had been worried since they couldn’t reach him. They promised to check in regularly. Harold felt a wave of
warmth, knowing everything was going well with his children. Harold’s experience reminds us all that in the hustle
and bustle of life, we should never forget to call our parents. A simple phone call or visit can mean everything to
them.
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