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北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
专题十一 推测词义
5 年高考
题组一 单词类
Passage 1 (2021新高考Ⅰ,C)话题:环境保护 难度:中 词数:305
When the explorers first set foot upon the continent of North America, the skies
and lands were alive with an astonishing variety of wildlife. Native Americans had
taken care of these precious natural resources wisely. Unfortunately, it took the
explorers and the settlers who followed only a few decades to decimate a large part
of these resources. Millions of waterfowl(水禽) were killed at the hands of market
hunters and a handful of overly ambitious sportsmen. Millions of acres of wetlands
were dried to feed and house the ever-increasing populations, greatly reducing
waterfowl habitat (栖息地).
In 1934,with the passage of the Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp Act (Act), an
increasingly concerned nation took firm action to stop the destruction of
migratory(迁徙的)waterfowl and the wetlands so vital to their survival. Under this
Act, all waterfowl hunters 16 years of age and over must annually purchase and carry
a Federal Duck Stamp. The very first Federal Duck Stamp was designed by J.N. “Ding”
Darling, a political cartoonist from Des Moines, Iowa, who at that time was appointed
by President Franklin Roosevelt as Director of the Bureau of Biological Survey.
Hunters willingly pay the stamp price to ensure the survival of our natural
resources.
About 98 cents of every duck stamp dollar goes directly into the Migratory Bird
Conservation Fund to purchase wetlands and wildlife habitat for inclusion into the
National Wildlife Refuge System—a fact that ensures this land will be protected and
available for all generations to come. Since 1934, better than half a billion dollars
has gone into that Fund to purchase more than 5 million acres of habitat. Little
wonder the Federal Duck Stamp Program has been called one of the most successful
conservation programs ever initiated.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
1.What was a cause of the waterfowl population decline in North America?
A.Loss of wetlands.
B.Popularity of water sports.
C.Pollution of rivers.
D.Arrival of other wild animals.
2.What does the underlined word “decimate” mean in the first paragraph?
A.Acquire. B.Export.
C.Destroy. D.Distribute.
3.What is a direct result of the Act passed in 1934?
A.The stamp price has gone down.
B.The migratory birds have flown away.
C.The hunters have stopped hunting.
D.The government has collected money.
4.Which of the following is a suitable title for the text?
A.The Federal Duck Stamp Story
B.The National Wildlife Refuge System
C.The Benefits of Saving Waterfowl
D.The History of Migratory Bird Hunting
答案
[语篇解读] 本文为说明文。文章介绍了美国联邦政府发布的《候鸟狩猎印花税法案》的背
景及结果。
1.A
2.C
3.D
4.A
Passage 2 (2020新高考Ⅰ,D)话题:生活方式 难度:中 词数:343
According to a recent study in the Journal of Consumer Research, both the size
and consumption habits of our eating companions can influence our food intake. And
contrary to existing research that says you should avoid eating with heavier people
who order large portions (份), it's the beanpoles with big appetites you really need
to avoid.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
To test the effect of social influence on eating habits, the researchers
conducted two experiments. In the first, 95 undergraduate women were individually
invited into a lab to ostensibly (表面上) participate in a study about movie
viewership. Before the film began, each woman was asked to help herself to a snack.
An actor hired by the researchers grabbed her food first. In her natural state, the
actor weighed 105 pounds. But in half the cases she wore a specially designed fat
suit which increased her weight to 180 pounds.
Both the fat and thin versions of the actor took a large amount of food. The
participants followed suit, taking more food than they normally would have. However,
they took significantly more when the actor was thin.
For the second test, in one case the thin actor took two pieces of candy from the
snack bowls. In the other case, she took 30 pieces. The results were similar to the
first test:the participants followed suit but took significantly more candy when the
thin actor took 30 pieces.
The tests show that the social environment is extremely influential when we're
making decisions. If this fellow participant is going to eat more, so will I. Call it
the “I'll have what she's having” effect. However, we'll adjust the influence. If an
overweight person is having a large portion, I'll hold back a bit because I see the
results of his eating habits. But if a thin person eats a lot, I'll follow suit. If he
can eat much and keep slim, why can't I?
1.What is the recent study mainly about?
A.Food safety. B.Movie viewership.
C.Consumer demand. D.Eating behavior.
2.What does the underlined word “beanpoles” in paragraph 1 refer to?
A.Big eaters.
B.Overweight persons.
C.Picky eaters.
D.Tall thin persons.
3.Why did the researchers hire the actor?
A.To see how she would affect the participants.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
B.To test if the participants could recognize her.
C.To find out what she would do in the two tests.
D.To study why she could keep her weight down.
4.On what basis do we “adjust the influence” according to the last paragraph?
A.How hungry we are.
B.How slim we want to be.
C.How we perceive others.
D.How we feel about the food.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文。到底和胖人一块用餐吃得多还是和瘦人一块用餐吃得多
呢?本文旨在培养学生养成良好的饮食习惯,保持身体健康。
1.D
2.D
3.A
4.C
Passage 3 (2020全国Ⅰ, B)话题:生活与学习 难度:中 词数:324
Returning to a book you've read many times can feel like drinks with an old
friend. There's a welcome familiarity—but also sometimes a slight suspicion that
time has changed you both, and thus the relationship. But books don't change, people
do. And that's what makes the act of rereading so rich and transformative.
The beauty of rereading lies in the idea that our bond with the work is based on
our present mental register. It's true, the older I get, the more I feel time has
wings. But with reading, it's all about the present. It's about the now and what one
contributes to the now, because reading is a give and take between author and reader.
Each has to pull their own weight.
There are three books I reread annually. The first, which I take to reading every
spring, is Ernest Hemingway's A Moveable Feast. Published in 1964, it's his classic
memoir of 1920s Paris. The language is almost intoxicating(令人陶醉的), an aging
writer looking back on an ambitious yet simpler time. Another is Annie Dillard's Holy
the Firm, her poetic 1975 ramble(随笔)about everything and nothing. The third book
is Julio Cort􀅡zar's Save Twilight: Selected Poems, because poetry. And because北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
Cort􀅡zar.
While I tend to buy a lot of books, these three were given to me as gifts, which
might add to the meaning I attach to them. But I imagine that, while money is indeed
wonderful and necessary, rereading an author's work is the highest currency a reader
can pay them. The best books are the ones that open further as time passes. But
remember, it's you that has to grow and read and reread in order to better understand
your friends.
1.Why does the author like rereading?
A.It evaluates the writer-reader relationship.
B.It's a window to a whole new world.
C.It's a substitute for drinking with a friend.
D.It extends the understanding of oneself.
2.What do we know about the book A Moveable Feast?
A.It's a brief account of a trip.
B.It's about Hemingway's life as a young man.
C.It's a record of a historic event.
D.It's about Hemingway's friends in Paris.
3.What does the underlined word “currency” in paragraph 4 refer to?
A.Debt. B.Reward.
C.Allowance. D.Face value.
4.What can we infer about the author from the text?
A.He loves poetry.
B.He's an editor.
C.He's very ambitious.
D.He teaches reading.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文为议论文。文章认为重读书籍是人们重新认识自我的重要过程。
1.D
2.B
3.B
4.A北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
Passage 4 (2020浙江7月,B)话题:科学与技术 难度:中 词数:308
The traffic signals along Factoria Boulevard in Bellevue, Washington, generally
don't flash the same length of green twice in a row, especially at rush hour. At 9:30
am, the full red/yellow/green signal cycle might be 140 seconds. By 9:33 am, a burst
of additional traffic might push it to 145 seconds. Less traffic at 9:37 am could
push it down to 135. Just like the traffic itself, the timing of the signals changes.
That is by design. Bellevue, a fast-growing city just east of Seattle, uses a
system that is gaining popularity around the US:intersection(十字路口)signals that
can adjust in real time to traffic conditions. These lights, known as adaptive
signals, have led to significant declines in both the trouble and cost of travels
between work and home.
“Adaptive signals can make sure that the traffic demand that is there is being
addressed,”says Alex Stevanovie, a researcher at Florida Atlantic University.
For all of Bellevue's success, adaptive signals are not a cure-all for jammed
roadways. Kevin Balke, a research engineer at the Texas A & M University
Transportation Institute, says that while smart lights can be particularly
beneficial for some cities, others are so jammed that only a sharp reduction in the
number of cars on the road will make a meaningful difference. “It's not going to fix
everything, but adaptive signals have some benefits for smaller cities,”he says.
In Bellevue, the switch to adaptive signals has been a lesson in the value of
welcoming new approaches. In the past, there was often an automatic reaction to
increased traffic:just widen the roads, says Mark Poch, the Bellevue Transportation
Department's traffic engineering manager. Now he hopes that other cities will
consider making their streets run smarter instead of just making them bigger.
1.What does the underlined word “that” in paragraph 2 refer to?
A.Increased length of green lights.
B.Shortened traffic signal cycle.
C.Flexible timing of traffic signals.
D.Smooth traffic flow on the road.
2.What does Kevin Balke say about adaptive signals?北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
A.They work better on broad roads.
B.They should be used in other cities.
C.They have greatly reduced traffic on the road.
D.They are less helpful in cities seriously jammed.
3.What can we learn from Bellevue's success?
A.It is rewarding to try new things.
B.The old methods still work today.
C.It pays to put theory into practice.
D.The simplest way is the best way.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了一种自适应信号灯,这种信号灯的使用使一些
城市交通拥堵的问题得到了改善。
1.C
2.D
3.A
Passage 5 (2020北京,D)话题:科学与技术 难度:难 词数:419
Certain forms of AI are indeed becoming ubiquitous. For example, algorithms (算
法) carry out huge volumes of trading on our financial markets, self-driving cars are
appearing on city streets, and our smartphones are translating from one language
into another. These systems are sometimes faster and more perceptive than we humans
are. But so far that is only true for the specific tasks for which the systems have
been designed. That is something that some AI developers are now eager to change.
Some of today's AI pioneers want to move on from today's world of “weak” or
“narrow” AI, to create “strong” or “full” AI, or what is often called artificial
general intelligence (AGI). In some respects, today's powerful computing machines
already make our brains look weak. AGI could, its advocates say, work for us around
the clock, and drawing on all available data, could suggest solutions to many
problems. DM, a company focused on the development of AGI, has an ambition to “solve
intelligence”. “If we're successful,” their mission statement reads, “we believe
this will be one of the most important and widely beneficial scientific advances ever
made.”北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
Since the early days of AI, imagination has outpaced what is possible or even
probable. In 1965, an imaginative mathematician called Irving Good predicted the
eventual creation of an “ultra-intelligent machine...that can far surpass all the
intellectual (智力的) activities of any man, however clever.” Good went on to
suggest that “the first ultra-intelligent machine” could be “the last invention that
man need ever make.”
Fears about the appearance of bad, powerful, man-made intelligent machines have
been reinforced (强化) by many works of fiction—Mary Shelley's Frankenstein and the
Terminator film series, for example. But if AI does eventually prove to be our
downfall, it is unlikely to be at the hands of human-shaped forms like these, with
recognisably human motivations such as aggression (敌对行为). Instead, I agree with
Oxford University philosopher Nick Bostrom, who believes that the heaviest risks
from AGI do not come from a decision to turn against mankind but rather from a dogged
pursuit of set objectives at the expense of everything else.
The promise and danger of true AGI are great. But all of today's excited
discussion about these possibilities presupposes the fact that we will be able to
build these systems. And, having spoken to many of the world's foremost AI
researchers, I believe there is good reason to doubt that we will see AGI any time
soon, if ever.
1.What does the underlined word “ubiquitous” in Paragraph 1 probably mean?
A.Enormous in quantity.
B.Changeable daily.
C.Stable in quality.
D.Present everywhere.
2.What could AGI do for us, according to its supporters?
A.Help to tackle problems.
B.Make brains more active.
C.Benefit ambitious people.
D.Set up powerful databases.
3.As for Irving Good's opinion on ultra-intelligent machines, the author is .北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
A.supportive B.disapproving
C.fearful D.uncertain
4.What can be inferred about AGI from the passage?
A.It may be only a dream.
B.It will come into being soon.
C.It will be controlled by humans.
D.It may be more dangerous than ever.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文为议论文。目前人工智能的应用随处可见,一些人工智能先锋想把人工智
能发展成为通用人工智能(AGI),有些人害怕通用人工智能会给人类带来灾难,但作者对通用
人工智能在近期实现持怀疑态度。
1.D
2.A
3.B
4.A
Passage 6 (2019全国Ⅰ,B)话题:人际沟通 难度:易 词数:329
For Canaan Elementary's second grade in Patchogue, N.Y., today is speech day,
and right now it's Chris Palaez's turn. The 8-year-old is the joker of the class.
With shining dark eyes, he seems like the kind of kid who would enjoy public
speaking.
But he's nervous.“I'm here to tell you today why you should...should...”Chris
trips on the “-ld,”a pronunciation difficulty for many non-native English speakers.
His teacher, Thomas Whaley, is next to him, whispering support. “...Vote
for...me...”Except for some stumbles, Chris is doing amazingly well. When he brings
his speech to a nice conclusion, Whaley invites the rest of the class to praise him.
A son of immigrants, Chris started learning English a little over three years
ago. Whaley recalls(回想起)how at the beginning of the year, when called upon to
read, Chris would excuse himself to go to the bathroom.
Learning English as a second language can be a painful experience. What you need
is a great teacher who lets you make mistakes.“It takes a lot for any student,”Whaley
explains, “especially for a student who is learning English as their new language, to北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
feel confident enough to say,‘I don't know, but I want to know.’”
Whaley got the idea of this second-grade presidential campaign project when he
asked the children one day to raise their hands if they thought they could never be a
president. The answer broke his heart. Whaley says the project is about more than
just learning to read and speak in public. He wants these kids to learn to boast(夸
耀)about themselves.
“Boasting about yourself, and your best qualities,”Whaley says,“is very
difficult for a child who came into the classroom not feeling confident.”
1.What made Chris nervous?
A.Telling a story.
B.Making a speech.
C.Taking a test.
D.Answering a question.
2.What does the underlined word “stumbles” in paragraph 2 refer to?
A.Improper pauses.
B.Bad manners.
C.Spelling mistakes.
D.Silly jokes.
3.We can infer that the purpose of Whaley's project is to .
A.help students see their own strengths
B.assess students' public speaking skills
C.prepare students for their future jobs
D.inspire students' love for politics
4.Which of the following best describes Whaley as a teacher?
A.Humorous. B.Ambitious.
C.Caring. D.Demanding.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Whaley老师关爱学生,鼓励学生发现自己的优
点,增强自信的故事。
1.B北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
2.A
3.A
4.C
Passage 7 (2019全国Ⅱ,A)话题:文学与艺术 难度:易 词数:264
My Favourite Books
Jo Usmar is a writer for Cosmopolitan and co-author of the This Book Will
series(系列) of lifestyle books. Here she picks her top reads.
Matilda
Roald Dahl
I once wrote a paper on the influence of fairy tales on Roald Dahl's writing and
it gave me a new appreciation for his strange and delightful worlds. Matilda's
battles with her cruel parents and the bossy headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, are
equally funny and frightening, but they're also aspirational.
After Dark
Haruki Murakami
It's about two sisters—Eri, a model who either won't or can't stop sleeping, and
Mari, a young student. In trying to connect to her sister, Mari starts changing her
life and discovers a world of diverse “night people” who are hiding secrets.
Gone Girl
Gillian Flynn
There was a bit of me that didn't want to love this when everyone else on the
planet did, but the horror story is brilliant. There's tension and anxiety from the
beginning as Nick and Amy battle for your trust. It's a real whodunit and the
frustration when you realise what's going on is horribly enjoyable.
The Stand
Stephen King
This is an excellent fantasy novel from one of the best storytellers around.
After a serious flu outbreak wipes out 99.4% of the world's population, a battle
unfolds between good and evil among those left. Randall Flagg is one of the scariest北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
characters ever.
1.Who does “I” refer to in the text?
A.Stephen King. B.Gillian Flynn.
C.Jo Usmar. D.Roald Dahl.
2.Which of the following tells about Mari and Eri?
A.Cosmopolitan. B.Matilda.
C.After Dark. D.The Stand.
3.What kind of book is Gone Girl?
A.A folk tale. B.A biography.
C.A love story. D.A horror story.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了一位作家对自己喜欢的几本书的评价。
1.C
2.C
3.D
Passage 8 (2019北京,D)话题:环境保护 难度:难 词数:419
By the end of the century, if not sooner, the world's oceans will be bluer and
greener thanks to a warming climate, according to a new study.
At the heart of the phenomenon lie tiny marine microorganisms(海洋微生物)
called phytoplankton. Because of the way light reflects off the organisms, these
phytoplankton create colourful patterns at the ocean surface. Ocean colour varies
from green to blue, depending on the type and concentration of phytoplankton.
Climate change will fuel the growth of phytoplankton in some areas, while reducing it
in other spots, leading to changes in the ocean's appearance.
Phytoplankton live at the ocean surface, where they pull carbon dioxide(二氧化
碳) into the ocean while giving off oxygen. When these organisms die, they bury
carbon in the deep ocean, an important process that helps to regulate the global
climate. But phytoplankton are vulnerable to the ocean's warming trend. Warming
changes key characteristics of the ocean and can affect phytoplankton growth, since
they need not only sunlight and carbon dioxide to grow, but also nutrients.
Stephanie Dutkiewicz, a scientist in MIT's Center for Global Change Science,北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
built a climate model that projects changes to the oceans throughout the century. In
a world that warms up by 3℃, it found that multiple changes to the colour of the
oceans would occur. The model projects that currently blue areas with little
phytoplankton could become even bluer. But in some waters, such as those of the
Arctic, a warming will make conditions riper for phytoplankton, and these areas will
turn greener.“Not only are the quantities of phytoplankton in the ocean
changing,”she said,“but the type of phytoplankton is changing.”
And why does that matter? Phytoplankton are the base of the food web. If certain
kinds begin to disappear from the ocean, Dutkiewicz said,“it will change the type of
fish that will be able to survive.” Those kinds of changes could affect the food
chain.
Whatever colour changes the ocean experiences in the coming decades will
probably be too gradual and unnoticeable, but they could mean significant changes.
“It'll be a while before we can statistically show that the changes are happening
because of climate change,”Dutkiewicz said, “but the change in the colour of the
ocean will be one of the early warning signals that we really have changed our
planet.”
1.What are the first two paragraphs mainly about?
A.The various patterns at the ocean surface.
B.The cause of the changes in ocean colour.
C.The way light reflects off marine organisms.
D.The efforts to fuel the growth of phytoplankton.
2.What does the underlined word “vulnerable” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?
A.Sensitive. B.Beneficial.
C.Significant. D.Unnoticeable.
3.What can we learn from the passage?
A.Phytoplankton play a declining role in the marine ecosystem.
B.Dutkiewicz's model aims to project phytoplankton changes.
C.Phytoplankton have been used to control global climate.
D.Oceans with more phytoplankton may appear greener.
4.What is the main purpose of the passage?北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
A.To assess the consequences of ocean colour changes.
B.To analyse the composition of the ocean food chain.
C.To explain the effects of climate change on oceans.
D.To introduce a new method to study phytoplankton.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文为说明文。气候变暖导致了海洋浮游植物的变化,进而会影响海洋颜色的
变化。
1.B
2.A
3.D
4.C
Passage 9 (2018浙江6月,B)话题:环境保护 难度:中 词数:280
Steven Stein likes to follow garbage trucks. His strange habit makes sense when
you consider that he's an environmental scientist who studies how to reduce litter,
including things that fall off garbage trucks as they drive down the road. What is
even more interesting is that one of Stein's jobs is defending an industry behind the
plastic shopping bag.
Americans use more than 100 billion thin film plastic bags every year. So many
end up in tree branches or along highways that a growing number of cities do not allow
them at checkouts(收银台). The bags are prohibited in some 90 cities in California,
including Los Angeles. Eyeing these headwinds, plastic-bag makers are hiring
scientists like Stein to make the case that their products are not as bad for the
planet as most people assume.
Among the bag makers' arguments:many cities with bans still allow shoppers to
purchase paper bags, which are easily recycled but require more energy to produce and
transport. And while plastic bags may be ugly to look at, they represent a small
percentage of all garbage on the ground today.
The industry has also taken aim at the product that has appeared as its
replacement:reusable shopping bags. The stronger a reusable bag is, the longer its
life and the more plastic-bag use it cancels out. However, longer-lasting reusable北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
bags often require more energy to make. One study found that a cotton bag must be used
at least 131 times to be better for the planet than plastic.
Environmentalists don't dispute(质疑)these points. They hope paper bags will be
banned someday too and want shoppers to use the same reusable bags for years.
1.What has Steven Stein been hired to do?
A.Help increase grocery sales.
B.Recycle the waste material.
C.Stop things falling off trucks.
D.Argue for the use of plastic bags.
2.What does the word“headwinds”in paragraph 2 refer to?
A.Bans on plastic bags.
B.Effects of city development.
C.Headaches caused by garbage.
D.Plastic bags hung in trees.
3.What is a disadvantage of reusable bags according to plastic-bag makers?
A.They are quite expensive.
B.Replacing them can be difficult.
C.They are less strong than plastic bags.
D.Producing them requires more energy.
4.What is the best title for the text?
A.Plastic, Paper or Neither
B.Industry, Pollution and Environment
C.Recycle or Throw Away
D.Garbage Collection and Waste Control
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇议论文。文章论述的主题是一次性塑料袋究竟对环境好不好,塑料
袋和纸袋哪个好。
1.D
2.A
3.D
4.A北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
Passage 10 (2018北京,D)话题:科学与技术 难度:难 词数:479
Preparing Cities for Robot Cars
The possibility of self-driving robot cars has often seemed like a futurist's
dream, years away from materializing in the real world. Well, the future is
apparently now. The California Department of Motor Vehicles began giving permits in
April for companies to test truly self-driving cars on public roads. The state also
cleared the way for companies to sell or rent out self-driving cars, and for
companies to operate driverless taxi services. California, it should be noted, isn't
leading the way here. Companies have been testing their vehicles in cities across the
country. It's hard to predict when driverless cars will be everywhere on our roads.
But however long it takes, the technology has the potential to change our
transportation systems and our cities, for better or for worse, depending on how the
transformation is regulated.
While much of the debate so far has been focused on the safety of driverless
cars(and rightfully so), policymakers also should be talking about how self-driving
vehicles can help reduce traffic jams, cut emissions( 排 放 )and offer more
convenient, affordable mobility options. The arrival of driverless vehicles is a
chance to make sure that those vehicles are environmentally friendly and more
shared.
Do we want to copy—or even worsen—the traffic of today with driverless cars?
Imagine a future where most adults own individual self-driving vehicles. They
tolerate long, slow journeys to and from work on packed highways because they can
work, entertain themselves or sleep on the ride, which encourages urban spread. They
take their driverless car to an appointment and set the empty vehicle to circle the
building to avoid paying for parking. Instead of walking a few blocks to pick up a
child or the dry cleaning, they send the self-driving minibus. The convenience even
leads fewer people to take public transport—an unwelcome side effect researchers
have already found in ride-hailing(叫车)services.
A study from the University of California at Davis suggested that replacing
petrol-powered private cars worldwide with electric, self-driving and shared北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
systems could reduce carbon emissions from transportation 80% and cut the cost of
transportation infrastructure(基础设施)and operations 40% by 2050. Fewer emissions
and cheaper travel sound pretty appealing. The first commercially available
driverless cars will almost certainly be fielded by ride-hailing services,
considering the cost of self-driving technology as well as liability and maintenance
issues(责任与维护问题). But driverless car ownership could increase as the prices
drop and more people become comfortable with the technology.
Policymakers should start thinking now about how to make sure the appearance of
driverless vehicles doesn't extend the worst aspects of the car-controlled
transportation system we have today. The coming technological advancement presents
a chance for cities and states to develop transportation systems designed to move
more people, and more affordably. The car of the future is coming. We just have to
plan for it.
1.According to the author, attention should be paid to how driverless cars can
.
A.help deal with transportation-related problems
B.provide better services to customers
C.cause damage to our environment
D.make some people lose jobs
2.As for driverless cars, what is the author's major concern?
A.Safety. B.Side effects.
C.Affordability. D.Management.
3.What does the underlined word“fielded”in Paragraph 4 probably mean?
A.Employed. B.Replaced.
C.Shared. D.Reduced.
4.What is the author's attitude to the future of self-driving cars?
A.Doubtful.
B.Positive.
C.Disapproving.
D.Sympathetic.
答案北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
[语篇解读] 本文为议论文。文章围绕无人驾驶汽车的管理问题展开讨论。
1.A
2.D
3.A
4.B
Passage 11 (2017全国Ⅱ,B)话题:社会交往 难度:易 词数:289
I first met Paul Newman in 1968, when George Roy Hill, the director of Butch
Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, introduced us in New York City. When the studio didn't
want me for the film—it wanted somebody as well known as Paul—he stood up for me. I
don't know how many people would have done that; they would have listened to their
agents or the studio powers.
The friendship that grew out of the experience of making that film and The Sting
four years later had its root in the fact that although there was an age difference,
we both came from a tradition of theater and live TV. We were respectful of craft(技
艺) and focused on digging into the characters we were going to play. Both of us had
the qualities and virtues that are typical of American actors: humorous, aggressive,
and making fun of each other—but always with an underlying affection. Those were
also at the core(核心) of our relationship off the screen.
We shared the belief that if you're fortunate enough to have success, you should
put something back—he with his Newman's Own food and his Hole in the Wall camps for
kids who are seriously ill, and me with Sundance and the institute and the festival.
Paul and I didn't see each other all that regularly, but sharing that brought us
together. We supported each other financially and by showing up at events.
I last saw him a few months ago. He'd been in and out of the hospital. He and I
both knew what the deal was, and we didn't talk about it. Ours was a relationship that
didn't need a lot of words.
1.Why was the studio unwilling to give the role to the author at first?
A.Paul Newman wanted it.
B.The studio powers didn't like his agent.
C.He wasn't famous enough.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
D.The director recommended someone else.
2.Why did Paul and the author have a lasting friendship?
A.They were of the same age.
B.They worked in the same theater.
C.They were both good actors.
D.They had similar characteristics.
3.What does the underlined word“that”in paragraph 3 refer to?
A.Their belief.
B.Their care for children.
C.Their success.
D.Their support for each other.
4.What is the author's purpose in writing the text?
A.To show his love of films.
B.To remember a friend.
C.To introduce a new movie.
D.To share his acting experience.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇记叙文。描述的是作者与著名演员保罗·纽曼的友情。文章内容包括:
两个人最初相识的情景(第一段),友谊的基础(第二段),两人成名后以实际行动回报社会(第
三段),回忆与保罗最后见面的情景(第四段)。
1.C
2.D
3.A
4.B
Passage 12 (2017全国Ⅲ,C)话题:环境保护 难度:中 词数:291
After years of heated debate, gray wolves were reintroduced to Yellowstone
National Park. Fourteen wolves were caught in Canada and transported to the park. By
last year, the Yellowstone wolf population had grown to more than 170 wolves.
Gray wolves once were seen here and there in the Yellowstone area and much of the
continental United States, but they were gradually displaced by human development.
By the 1920s, wolves had practically disappeared from the Yellowstone area. They北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
went farther north into the deep forests of Canada, where there were fewer humans
around.
The disappearance of the wolves had many unexpected results. Deer and elk
populations—major food sources(来源)for the wolf—grew rapidly. These animals
consumed large amounts of vegetation(植被),which reduced plant diversity in the
park. In the absence of wolves, coyote populations also grew quickly. The coyotes
killed a large percentage of the park's red foxes, and completely drove away the
park's beavers.
As early as 1966, biologists asked the government to consider reintroducing
wolves to Yellowstone Park. They hoped that wolves would be able to control the elk
and coyote problems. Many farmers opposed the plan because they feared that wolves
would kill their farm animals or pets.
The government spent nearly 30 years coming up with a plan to reintroduce the
wolves. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service carefully monitors and manages the wolf
packs in Yellowstone. Today, the debate continues over how well the gray wolf is
fitting in at Yellowstone. Elk, deer, and coyote populations are down, while beavers
and red foxes have made a comeback. The Yellowstone wolf project has been a valuable
experiment to help biologists decide whether to reintroduce wolves to other parts of
the country as well.
1.What is the text mainly about?
A.Wildlife research in the United States.
B.Plant diversity in the Yellowstone area.
C.The conflict between farmers and gray wolves.
D.The reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone Park.
2.What does the underlined word “displaced” in paragraph 2 mean?
A.Tested. B.Separated.
C.Forced out. D.Tracked down.
3.What did the disappearance of gray wolves bring about?
A.Damage to local ecology.
B.A decline in the park's income.
C.Preservation of vegetation.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
D.An increase in the variety of animals.
4.What is the author's attitude towards the Yellowstone wolf project?
A.Doubtful. B.Positive.
C.Disapproving. D.Uncaring.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文讲述了经过多年激烈的争论,美国政府终于从加拿大重新把14匹灰狼引
入黄石国家公园,以恢复当地的生态平衡。
1.D
2.C
3.A
4.B
题组二 短语和句子类
Passage 1 (2021新高考适应卷,B)话题:生活方式 难度:中 词数:329
In my everyday life, I am on an ongoing journey to figure out different ways to
reduce my carbon footprint on the planet. A carbon footprint is the measure of
influence our activities have on the environment, in particular climate change. It
is calculated by the amount of greenhouse gas we produce in our daily lives.
Fortunately, nowadays it is much easier to make eco-friendly lifestyle choices than,
let's say, 20 years ago. But one question has been on my mind a lot lately:is it
better to buy new eco-friendly products or used traditionally produced goods?
After doing some research, I have decided that some things are better new and
others are better used. Let me try to explain.
A carbon footprint is made up of two parts, the primary footprint and the
secondary footprint. The primary footprint is a measure of our direct emissions(排
放)of carbon dioxide (CO) from the burning of fuels, including household energy
2
consumption and transportation. The secondary footprint is a measure of the indirect
CO emissions from the whole lifecycle of products we use—those related to their
2
production and breakdown.
Based on this understanding, we have a good deal of control and responsibility北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
over our carbon footprint. Things like dishes, clothes and furniture fall into the
“secondary footprint” group, so less is more and we can focus on finding used goods to
avoid the added production. However, for the car and the other appliances(设备)that
we need we can go with new, energy-saving models. I heard somewhere that electronics
and appliances give off 90% of their carbon footprint after they leave the factory.
So it seems most reasonable to go for the energy-saving models. The main concern here
is the amount of energy that goes into the making of new products and whether or not
that extra carbon is worth th e footprin t the product will make once it gets to you.
1.What is the text mainly about?
A.What appliances to buy to save energy.
B.What a carbon footprint means in our life.
C.How to identify different carbon footprints.
D.How to make eco-friendly lifestyle choices.
2.What do we know about the secondary carbon footprint?
A.It is related to our consumption of fuels.
B.It is made when we are buying the products.
C.It is less harmful than the primary carbon footprint.
D.It is counted as ours though not directly made by us.
3.Which of the following helps reduce our carbon footprint according to the author?
A.Using second-hand textbooks.
B.Using old and expensive cars.
C.Buying new but cheap clothes.
D.Buying new wooden furniture.
4.“The footprint”underlined in the last sentence refers to the CO produced in .
2
A.using the product
B.recycling the product
C.making the product
D.transporting the product
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了作者在研究日常生活中的“碳足迹”之后,
通过研究比对,认为生活中要减少碳排放有两种选择:一方面使用生态环保新产品,另一方面北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
循环使用旧产品。
1.D
2.D
3.A
4.A
Passage 2 (2021全国甲,C)话题:人际沟通 难度:中 词数:356
When I was 9, we packed up our home in Los Angeles and arrived at Heathrow, London
on a gray January morning. Everyone in the family settled quickly into the city
except me. Without my beloved beaches and endless blue-sky days, I felt at a loss and
out of place. Until I made a discovery.
Southbank, at an eastern bend in the Thames, is the center of British
skateboarding, where the continuous crashing of skateboards left your head ringing.
I loved it. I soon made friends with the local skaters. We spoke our own language. And
my favorite: Safe. Safe meant cool. It meant hello. It meant don't worry about it.
Once, when trying a certain trick on the beam(横杆), I fell onto the stones, damaging
a nerve in my hand, and Toby came over, helping me up: Safe, man. Safe. A few minutes
later, when I landed the trick, my friends beat their boards loud, shouting: “Safe!
Safe!Safe!”And that's what mattered—landing tricks, being a good skater.
When I was 15, my family moved to Washington. I tried skateboarding there, but
the locals were far less welcoming. Within a couple of years, I'd given it up.
When I returned to London in 2004, I found myself wandering down to Southbank,
spending hours there. I've traveled back several times since, most recently this
past spring. The day was cold but clear; tourists and Londoners stopped to watch the
skaters. Weaving (穿梭)among the kids who rushed by on their boards, I found my way
to the beam. Then a rail-thin teenager, in a baggy white T-shirt, skidded(滑)up to
the beam. He sat next to me. He seemed not to notice the man next to him. But soon I
caught a few of his glances. “I was a local here 20 years ago,” I told him. Then,
slowly, he began to nod his head. “Safe, man. Safe.”
“Yeah,” I said. “Safe.”
1.What can we learn about the author soon after he moved to London?北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
A.He felt disappointed.
B.He gave up his hobby.
C.He liked the weather there.
D.He had disagreements with his family.
2.What do the underlined words “Safe!Safe!Safe!” probably mean?
A.Be careful! B.Well done!
C.No way! D.Don't worry!
3.Why did the author like to spend time in Southbank when he returned to London?
A.To join the skateboarding.
B.To make new friends.
C.To learn more tricks.
D.To relive his childhood days.
4.What message does the author seem to convey in the text?
A.Children should learn a second language.
B.Sport is necessary for children's health.
C.Children need a sense of belonging.
D.Seeing the world is a must for children.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文为记叙文。作者讲述了自己通过滑板运动与伦敦当地的爱好者交流、互动
的故事。
1.A
2.B
3.D
4.C
Passage 3 (2020全国Ⅲ, B)话题:人与动物 难度:中 词数:280
When “Rise of the Planet of the Apes”was first shown to the public last month, a
group of excited animal activists gathered on Hollywood Boulevard. But they weren't
there to throw red paint on fur-coat-wearing film stars. Instead, one activist,
dressed in a full-body monkey suit, had arrived with a sign praising the
filmmakers:“Thanks for not using real apes(猿)!”北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
The creative team behind “Apes”used motion-capture(动作捕捉)technology to
create digitalized animals, spending tens of millions of dollars on technology that
records an actor's performance and later processes it with computer graphics to
create a final image(图像). In this case, one of a realistic-looking ape.
Yet “Apes” is more exception than the rule. In fact, Hollywood has been hot on
live animals lately. One nonprofit organization, which monitors the treatment of
animals in filmed entertainment, is keepin g tab s o n more than 2,000 productions this
year. Already, a number of films, including “Water for Elephants,” “The Hangover Part
Ⅱ”and “Zookeeper,” have drawn the anger of activists who say the creatures acting in
them haven't been treated properly.
In some cases, it's not so much the treatment of the animals on set in the studio
that has activists worried; it's the off-set training and living conditions that are
raising concerns. And there are questions about the films made outside the States,
which sometimes are not monitored as closely as productions filmed in the States.
1.Why did the animal activists gather on Hollywood Boulevard?
A.To see famous film stars.
B.To oppose wearing fur coats.
C.To raise money for animal protection.
D.To express thanks to some filmmakers.
2.What does paragraph 2 mainly talk about?
A.The cost of making “Apes.”
B.The creation of digitalized apes.
C.The publicity about “Apes.”
D.The performance of real apes.
3.What does the underlined phrase “keeping tabs on” in paragraph 3 probably mean?
A.Listing completely.
B.Directing professionally.
C.Promoting successfully.
D.Watching carefully.
4.What can we infer from the last paragraph about animal actors?
A.They may be badly treated.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
B.They should take further training.
C.They could be traded illegally.
D.They would lose popularity.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文为说明文,文章通过电影《猩球崛起》中猿的角色制作,引发人们对影视作
品中动物角色的关注。
1.D
2.B
3.D
4.A
Passage 4 (2019全国Ⅱ,B)话题:社会服务 难度:中 词数:338
“You can use me as a last resort(选择), and if nobody else volunteers, then I will
do it.” This was an actual reply from a parent after I put out a request for volunteers
for my kids' lacrosse(长曲棍球)club.
I guess that there's probably some demanding work schedule, or social anxiety
around stepping up to help for an unknown sport. She may just need a little
persuading. So I try again and tu g a t th e heartstring s. I mention the single parent
with four kids running the show and I talk about the dad coaching a team that his kids
aren't even on...At this point the unwilling parent speaks up, “Alright. Yes, I'll do
it.”
I'm secretly relieved because I know there's real power in sharing volunteer
responsibilities among many. The unwilling parent organizes the meal schedule,
sends out emails, and collects money for end-of-season gifts. Somewhere along the
way, the same parent ends up becoming an invaluable member of the team. The coach is
able to focus on the kids while the other parents are relieved to be off the hook for
another season. Handing out sliced oranges to bloodthirsty kids can be as exciting as
watching your own kid score a goal.
Still, most of us volunteers breathe a sigh of relief when the season comes to a
close. That relief is coupled with a deep understanding of why the same people keep
coming back for more:Connecting to the community(社区) as you freely give your time,北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
money, skills, or services provides a real joy. Volunteering just feels so good.
In that sense, I'm pretty sure volunteering is more of a selfish act than I'd
freely like to admit. However, if others benefit in the process, and I get some
reward too, does it really matter where my motivation lies?
1.What can we infer about the parent from her reply in paragraph 1?
A.She knows little about the club.
B.She isn't good at sports.
C.She just doesn't want to volunteer.
D.She's unable to meet her schedule.
2.What does the underlined phrase“tug at the heartstrings” in paragraph 2 mean?
A.Encourage teamwork.
B.Appeal to feelings.
C.Promote good deeds.
D.Provide advice.
3.What can we learn about the parent from paragraph 3?
A.She gets interested in lacrosse.
B.She is proud of her kids.
C.She'll work for another season.
D.She becomes a good helper.
4.Why does the author like doing volunteer work?
A.It gives her a sense of duty.
B.It makes her very happy.
C.It enables her to work hard.
D.It brings her material rewards.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇记叙文。文章记述了作者请一位家长做志愿者的故事。
1.C
2.B
3.D
4.B北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
Passage 5 (2019全国Ⅲ,B)话题:跨文化沟通 难度:中 词数:313
For Western designers, China and its rich culture have long been an inspiration
for Western creative.
“It's no secret that China has always been a source(来源) of inspiration for
designers,” says Amanda Hill, chief creative officer at A+E Networks, a global media
company and home to some of the biggest fashion(时尚) shows.
Earlier this year, the China Through A Looking Glass exhibition in New York
exhibited 140 pieces of China-inspired fashionable clothing alongside Chinese works
of art, with the aim of exploring the influence of Chinese aesthetics(美学) on
Western fashion and how China has fueled the fashionable imagination for centuries.
The exhibition had record attendance, showing that there is huge interest in Chinese
influences.
“China is impossible to overlook,” says Hill.“Chinese models are the faces of
beauty and fashion campaigns that sell dreams to women all over the world, which
means Chinese women are not just consumers of fashion—they are central to its
movement.” Of course, not only are today's top Western designers being influenced by
China—some of the best designers of contemporary fashion are themselves
Chinese.“Vera Wang, Alexander Wang, Jason Wu are takin g o n Galliano, Albaz, Marc
Jacobs—and beating them hands down in design and sales,” adds Hill.
For Hill, it is impossible not to talk about China as the leading player when
discussing fashion.“The most famous designers are Chinese, so are the models, and so
are the consumers,” she says.“China is no longer just another market; in many senses
it has become the market. If you talk about fashion today, you are talking about
China—its influences, its direction, its breathtaking clothes, and how young
designers and models are finally acknowledging that in many ways.”
1.What can we learn about the exhibition in New York?
A.It promoted the sales of artworks.
B.It attracted a large number of visitors.
C.It showed ancient Chinese clothes.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
D.It aimed to introduce Chinese models.
2.What does Hill say about Chinese women?
A.They are setting the fashion.
B.They start many fashion campaigns.
C.They admire super models.
D.They do business all over the world.
3.What do the underlined words “taking on” in paragraph 4 mean?
A.learning from
B.looking down on
C.working with
D.competing against
4.What can be a suitable title for the text?
A.Young Models Selling Dreams to the World
B.A Chinese Art Exhibition Held in New York
C.Differences Between Eastern and Western Aesthetics
D.Chinese Culture Fueling International Fashion Trends
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文。主题语境为人与社会,主题语境内容为跨文化沟通、包容
与合作。文章侧重对学生文化意识的培养。
1.B
2.A
3.D
4.D
Passage 6 (2019浙江6月,B)话题:社会交往 难度:中 词数:306
Mone y wit h n o string s attached .It's not something you see every day. But at Union
Station in Los Angeles last month, a board went up with dollar bills attached to it
with pins and a sign that read, “Give What You Can, Take What You Need.”
People quickly caught on. And while many took dollars, many others pinned their
own cash to the board. “People of all ages, races, and socio-economic(社会经济
的)backgrounds gave and took,” said Tyler Bridges of The Toolbox, which created the
project. “We even had a bride in her wedding dress come up to the board and take a few北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
dollars.”Most of the bills on the board were singles, but a few people left fives,
tens and even twenties. The video clip(片段) shows one man who had found a $20 bill
pinning it to the board.
“What I can say for the folks that gave the most, is that they were full of
smiles,”Bridges said.“There's a certain feeling that giving can do for you and that
was apparent in those that gave the most.”Most people who took dollars took only a
few, but Bridges said a very small number took as much as they could.
While the clip might look like part of a new ad campaign, Bridges said the only
goal was to show generosity and sympathy. He added that he hopes people in other
cities might try similar projects and post their own videos on the Internet.
“After all, everyone has bad days and good days,”he said. “Some days you need a
helping hand and some days you can be the one giving the helping hand.”
1.What does the expression “money with no strings attached” in paragraph 1 mean?
A.Money spent without hesitation.
B.Money not legally made.
C.Money offered without conditions.
D.Money not tied together.
2.What did Bridges want to show by mentioning the bride?
A.Women tended to be more sociable.
B.The activity attracted various people.
C.Economic problems were getting worse.
D.Young couples needed financial assistance.
3.Why did Bridges carry out the project?
A.To do a test on people's morals.
B.To raise money for his company.
C.To earn himself a good reputation.
D.To promote kindness and sympathy.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了Tyler Bridges在洛杉矶发起的一项展示人性
善良和同情心的测试活动。
1.C北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
2.B
3.D
Passage 7 (2018全国Ⅱ,B)话题:生活与学习 难度:中 词数:258
Many of us love July because it's the month when nature's berries and stone
fruits are in abundance. These colourful and sweet jewels from British Columbia's
fields are little powerhouses of nutritional protection.
Of the common berries, strawberries are highest in vitamin C, although, because
of their seeds, raspberries contain a little more protein(蛋白质), iron and zinc(not
that fruits have much protein). Blueberries are particularly high in antioxidants
(抗氧化物质). The yellow and orange stone fruits such as peaches are high in the
carotenoids we turn into vitamin A and which are antioxidants. As for cherries(樱桃),
they are so delicious. Who cares?However, they are rich in vitamin C.
When combined with berries or slices of other fruits, frozen bananas make an
excellent base for thick, cooling fruit shakes and low fat“ice cream”. For this
purpose, select ripe bananas for freezing as they are much sweeter. Remove the skin
and place them in plastic bags or containers and freeze. If you like, a squeeze of
fresh lemon juice on the bananas will prevent them turning brown. Frozen bananas will
last several weeks, depending on their ripeness and the temperature of the freezer.
If you have a juice r, you can simply feed in frozen bananas and some berries or
sliced fruit. Out comes a “soft-serve”creamy dessert, to be eaten right away. This
makes a fun activity for a children's party;they love feeding the fruit and frozen
bananas into the top of the machine and watching the ice cream come out below.
1.What does the author seem to like about cherries?
A.They contain protein.
B.They are high in vitamin A.
C.They have a pleasant taste.
D.They are rich in antioxidants.
2.Why is fresh lemon juice used in freezing bananas?
A.To make them smell better.
B.To keep their colour.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
C.To speed up their ripening.
D.To improve their nutrition.
3.What is “a juicer” in the last paragraph?
A.A dessert. B.A drink.
C.A container. D.A machine.
4.From which is the text probably taken?
A.A biology textbook.
B.A health magazine.
C.A research paper.
D.A travel brochure.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文。许多人最爱七月,因为在这个月份大量的新鲜水果成熟了。
本文介绍了几种对人体有益的水果,还为你推荐了一种自制果汁。
1.C
2.B
3.D
4.B
Passage 8 (2018全国Ⅲ,D)话题:生活方式 难度:中 词数:304
Adults understand what it feels like to be flooded with objects. Why do we often
assume that mor e i s mor e when it comes to kids and their belongings?The good news is
that I can help my own kids learn earlier than I did how to live more with less.
I found the pre-holidays a good time to encourage young children to donate less-
used things, and it worked. Because of our efforts, our daughter Georgia did decide
to donate a large bag of toys to a little girl whose mother was unable to pay for her
holiday due to illness. She chose to sell a few larger objects that were less often
used when we promised to put the money into her school fund(基金)(our kindergarten
daughter is serious about becoming a doctor).
For weeks, I've been thinking of bigger, deeper questions: How do we make it a
habit for them?And how do we train ourselves to help them live with, need, and use
less?Yesterday, I sat with my son, Shepherd, determined to test my own theory on
this. I decided to play with him with only one toy for as long as it would keep his北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
interest. I expected that one toy would keep his attention for about five minutes,
ten minutes, max. I chose a red rubber ball—simple, universally available. We
passed it, he tried to put it in his mouth, he tried bouncing it, rolling it, sitting
on it, throwing it. It was totally, completely enough for him. Before I knew it an
hour had passed and it was time to move on to lunch.
We both became absorbed in the simplicity of playing together. He had my full
attention and I had his. My little experiment to find joy in a single object worked
for both of us.
1.What do the words “more is more” in paragraph 1 probably mean?
A.The more, the better.
B.Enough is enough.
C.More money, more worries.
D.Earn more and spend more.
2.What made Georgia agree to sell some of her objects?
A.Saving up for her holiday.
B.Raising money for a poor girl.
C.Adding the money to her fund.
D.Giving the money to a sick mother.
3.Why did the author play the ball with Shepherd?
A.To try out an idea.
B.To show a parent's love.
C.To train his attention.
D.To help him start a hobby.
4.What can be a suitable title for the text?
A.Take It or Leave It
B.A Lesson from Kids
C.Live More with Less
D.The Pleasure of Giving
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇记叙文。作为成年人我们都理解身边用不到的东西太多给我们的
感觉,但是我们却认为我们的孩子拥有的东西越多越好。作者在自己的孩子身上做了一个实北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
验,证明了拥有更少的东西能生活得更好。
1.A
2.C
3.A
4.C
Passage 9 (2018浙江11月,C)话题:生活与学习 难度:中 词数:310
I start every summer with the best of intentions:to attack one big book from the
past, a classic that I was supposed to have read when young and ambitious. Often the
pairings of books and settings have been purely accidental:Moby Dick on a three-day
cross-country train trip; The Magic Mountain in a New England beachside cottage with
no locks on the doors, no telephones or televisions in the rooms, and little to do
beyond row on the salt pond. Attempting The Man Without Qualities on a return to
Hawaii, my native state, however, was less fruitful:I made it through one and a
quarter volumes(册), then decided that I'd got the point and went swimming instead.
But this summer I find myself at a loss. I'm not quite interested in Balzac, say,
or Tristram Shandy. There's always War and Peace, which I've covered some distance
several times, only to ge t bogge d dow n in the “War” part, set it aside for a while, and
realize that I have to start over from the beginning again, having forgotten
everyone's name and social rank. How appealing to simply fall back on a favorite—
once more into The Waves or Justine, which feels almost like cheating, too exciting
and too much fun to properly belong in serious literature.
And then there's Stendhal's The Red and the Black, which happens to be the name
of my favorite cocktail(鸡尾酒)of the summer, created by Michael Cecconi at Savoy
and Back Forty. It is easy to drink, and knocking back three or four seems like such a
delightful idea. Cecconi's theory:“I take whatever's fresh at the greenmarket and
turn it into liquid.” The result is a pure shot of afternoon in the park, making one
feel cheerful and peaceful all at once, lying on uncut grass with eyes shut, sun
beating through the lids...
1.What can we infer about the author from the first paragraph?
A.He has a cottage in New England.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
B.He shows talents for literature.
C.He enjoys reading when traveling.
D.He admires a lot of great writers.
2.What do the underlined words “get bogged down” in paragraph 2 mean?
A.Get confused. B.Be carried away.
C.Be interrupted. D.Make no progress.
3.Why does the author say reading his favorite books feels like cheating?
A.He finishes them quickly.
B.He should read something serious.
C.He barely understands them.
D.He has read them many times before.
4.What can be a suitable title for the text?
A.The Books of Summer
B.My Summer Holidays
C.To Read or Not to Read
D.It's Never Too Late to Read
答案
[语篇解读] 作者在文章中讲述了自己夏天读书的经历以及感受。
1.C
2.D
3.B
4.A
Passage 10 (2017全国Ⅰ,D)话题:科学与技术 难度:中 词数:311
A build-it-yourself solar still(蒸馏器) is one of the best ways to obtain
drinking water in areas where the liquid is not readily available. Developed by two
doctors in the U.S. Department of Agriculture, it's an excellent water collector.
Unfortunately, you must carry the necessary equipment with you, since it's all but
impossible to find natural substitutes. The only components required, though, are a
5'×5' sheet of clear or slightly milky plastic, six feet of plastic tube, and a
container—perhaps just a drinking cup—to catch the water. These pieces can be
folded into a neat little pack and fastened on your belt.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
To construct a working still, use a sharp stick or rock to dig a hole four feet
across and three feet deep. Try to make the hole in a damp area to increase th e wate r
catcher's productivity. Place your cup in the deepest part of the hole. Then lay the
tube in place so that one end rests all the way in the cup and the rest of the line runs
up—and out—the side of the hole.
Next, cover the hole with the plastic sheet, securing the edges of the plastic
with dirt and weighting the sheet's center down with a rock. The plastic should now
form a cone(圆锥体) with 45-degree-angled sides. The low point of the sheet must be
centered directly over, and no more than three inches above, the cup.
The solar still works by creating a greenhouse under the plastic. Ground water
evaporates(蒸发) and collects on the sheet until small drops of water form, run down
the material, and fall off into the cup. When the container is full, you can suck the
refreshment out through the tube, and won't have to break down the still every time
you need a drink.
1.What do we know about the solar still equipment from the first paragraph?
A.It's delicate. B.It's expensive.
C.It's complex. D.It's portable.
2.What does the underlined phrase “the water catcher” in paragraph 2 refer to?
A.The tube. B.The still.
C.The hole. D.The cup.
3.What is the last step of constructing a working solar still?
A.Dig a hole of a certain size.
B.Put the cup in place.
C.Weight the sheet's center down.
D.Cover the hole with the plastic sheet.
4.When a solar still works, drops of water come into the cup from .
A.the plastic tube
B.outside the hole
C.the open air
D.beneath the sheet
答案北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
[语篇解读] 本文为说明文。文章介绍了在野外自制蒸馏装置收集饮用水的过程及其工作
原理。文章首先说明了自制蒸馏装置所需的部件,然后详细说明了制作装置的几个步骤,最
后简要阐述了其工作原理。
1.D
2.B
3.C
4.D
Passage 11 (2017浙江11月,A)话题:社会交往 难度:中 词数:280
When I was in fourth grade, I worked part-time as a paperboy. Mrs. Stanley was
one of my customers. She'd watch me coming down her street, and by the time I'd biked
up to her doorstep, there'd be a cold drink waiting, I'd sit and drink while she
talked.
Mrs. Stanley talked mostly about her dead husband. “Mr. Stanley and I went
shopping this morning,” she'd say. The first time she said that, soda(汽水) went up
my nose.
I told my father how Mrs. Stanley talked as if Mr. Stanley were still alive. Dad
said she was probably lonely, and that I ought to sit and listen and nod my head and
smile, and maybe she'd wor k i t ou t o f he r syste m. So that's what I did, and it turned
out Dad was right. After a while she seemed content to leave her husband over at the
cemetery(墓地).
I finally quit delivering newspapers and didn't see Mrs. Stanley for several
years. Then we crossed paths at a church fund-raiser(募捐活动). She was spooning
mashed potatoes and looking happy. Four years before, she'd had to offer her paperboy
a drink to have someone to talk with. Now she had friends. Her husband was gone, but
life went on.
I live in the city now, and my paperboy is a lady named Edna with three kids. She
asks me how I'm doing. When I don't say “fine,” she sticks around to hear my problems.
She's lived in the city most of her life, but she knows about community. Community
isn't so much a place as it is a state of mind. You find it whenever people ask how
you're doing because they care, and not because they're getting paid to do so.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
Sometimes it's good to just smile, nod your head and listen.
1.Why did soda go up the author's nose one time?
A.He was talking fast.
B.He was shocked.
C.He was in a hurry.
D.He was absent-minded.
2.Why did the author sit and listen to Mrs. Stanley according to paragraph 3?
A.He enjoyed the drink.
B.He wanted to be helpful.
C.He took the chance to rest.
D.He tried to please his dad.
3.Which of the following can replace the underlined phrase “work it out of her
system”?
A.recover from her sadness
B.move out of the neighborhood
C.turn to her old friends
D.speak out about her past
4.What does the author think people in a community should do?
A.Open up to others.
B.Depend on each other.
C.Pay for others' help.
D.Care about one another.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇记叙文。作者通过自己帮助一位失去丈夫的妇人走出悲痛,恢复精
神的经历,呼吁人们要相互帮助,相互慰藉。
1.B
2.B
3.A
4.D
3 年模拟北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
题组一 单词类
Passage 1 (2022届T8联考,C)话题:人造草坪 难度:中 词数:341
In gardens across Britain the grass has stopped growing, which is not drought-
stricken. In fact, it is greener and cleaner than ever before. That is because the
lawns(草坪) are actually artificial substitutes.
Britons are fascinated by lawns. Country estates(庄园) have long competed to
have the most perfectly cut and polished grassland.“What you're saying in big loud
capital letters, is ‘I'm so terribly wealthy’,”says Fiona Davison of the RHS(皇家园艺
学会). With the coming of grass-cutting machines in 1830, the middle classes joined
in the fun.
But now Britons have fallen in love with artificial grass. Evergreens UK, which
sells the stuff, says it has seen a 120% rise in sales since 2015. Artificial grass is
popular with families who have children or dogs and don't want mud dragged through
their houses. It has another charming factor, too—people now see gardens as“outside
rooms”—pairing carpets of artificial grass with delicately decorated seating and
hot containers.
Not everyone is a fan. Artificial grass contains microplastics that ruin soil
and risk flooding. A study finds earthworms gain 14% less body weight when operating
under rubber, a form of artificial grass, which might not be a problem for its fans,
as wormholes are regular disgusting things, but it disappoints green types. Ms
Davison says a group of wildlife-loving gardeners is booming, many having caught the
bug during COVID-19 lockdowns. For example, a landscape designer says they like
things less neat and try “to capture that wild element”. These eco-gardeners are
influenced by rewilding projects and are more likely to be environmentalists.
While three written documents signed by many people have tried to stop
artificial grass spreading, the government says regulating what people do in their
backyards is wrong. The RHS is concerned about artificial grass, but prefers
persuasion to laws.“We say‘Let a hundred flowers bloom’,”says Ms Davison.
1.What can be inferred from Davison's remark in paragraph 2?北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
A.She is very rich.
B.The gardening competition is fierce.
C.Operating a cutting machine is fun.
D.High-quality grassland is greatly valued.
2.What possibly contributes to the popularity of artificial grass?
A.Advertising campaigns.
B.Gardens' new function.
C.Messy grasslands.
D.Ill-mannered children and dogs.
3.What does the underlined word “bug” mean in the fourth paragraph?
A.Interest. B.Earthworm. C.Flower. D.Virus.
4.Which of the following is a suitable title of the text?
A.The barrier of British grassland
B.The appeal of grassland for Britons
C.The fight to define the great British garden
D.The competition to become the best grassland
答案
[语篇解读] 本文为说明文。现在人造草坪在英国受到很多人的喜爱,但也带来了一些问题。
政府对真草坪和人造草坪的态度并不明确。
1.D
2.B
3.A
4.C
Passage 2 (2022届辽宁名校联盟 10月联考,D)话题:健康生活 难度:中 词
数:341
Have you ever taken a look at a few lovely chickens and desired to touch and kiss
them? Apparently, for some people the urge is hard to resist. However, according to
an updated warning by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), doing so
could spread dangerous—maybe even life-threatening—Salmonella. So, no matter how北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
irresistible those little feathered birds may seem, avoid giving them a kiss.
This isn't the first time CDC has warned against physically touching or kissing
your poultry. Back in 2018 Halloween, they advised against dressing the birds up for
fear of spreading Salmonella. Then again, in May this year, with 474 cases reported,
another warning was issued. According to interviews with 271 of those infected, 77
percent had been in contact with poultry before getting sick.
“Backyard poultry, like chickens and ducks, can carry Salmonella bacteria even
if they look healthy and clean,” writes CDC.These bacteria can easily spread to
anything in the areas where the poultry live. You can get sick from touching your
poultry or anything in their environment and then touching your mouth or food, and
swallowing the Salmonella bacteria.
Most people who come into contact with Salmonella bacteria will experience
diarrhea (腹泻), fever, and stomach cramps. Children are particularly affected—one
in three sick people are below the age of five, which is intelligible given their
weaker immune systems and natural love for the birds.
CDC recommends that parents shouldn't let little children touch chicks, ducks,
or other backyard poultry and make sure that if they do, they should wash their hands
thoroughly afterward. Likewise, adults are instructed to do the same after touching
backyard poultry and their eggs should be cleaned, stored, and cooked correctly to
avoid the infection of Salmonella.
This might be easier said than done—for many people, backyard poultry are
beloved—but if you really love them, stop physical displays of affection in case you
end up with the Salmonella bacteria on your face. It turns out to be a bit of harm.
1.Why does CDC repeatedly warn people not to kiss chickens?
A.To protect the poultry.
B.To show love for chickens.
C.To get rid of Salmonella.
D.To stay safe from the potential danger.
2.How is paragraph 2 mainly developed?北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
A.By giving examples.
B.By showing statistics.
C.By making comparisons.
D.By interviewing victims.
3.What does the underlined word “intelligible” probably mean in paragraph 4?
A.Understandable.
B.Irresistible.
C.Unavoidable.
D.Controversial.
4.What does the author intend to do in the last paragraph?
A.Stress the importance of affection.
B.Add more background information.
C.Provide some suggestions for the readers.
D.Summarize the theme of the passage.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是说明文。为了避免感染沙门氏菌,疾病控制与预防中心不断地警告人们
不要触摸、亲吻小鸡等家禽。
1.D
2.A
3.A
4.D
Passage 3 (2022届河北邢台“五岳联盟”联考,C)话题:人与环境 难度:中 词
数:302
Oceans hold a lot of mysteries, even for people who study them. But it's no
mystery why they're in trouble. We've been using them to hide our waste, such as
pouring oil, plastic, and poisonous chemicals into them for decades. We've over-
exploited many fish stocks to levels so low that they can no longer be harvested.
Oceans are also a primary source of protein for millions of people worldwide. If
we want to continue to enjoy what oceans provide, we need to do everything we can to
protect them and the life they support. We should ensure the seafood we eat is北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
sustainable.
Of course, not everyone is lucky enough to be able to catch their own fish, which
means having sustainable options at the store is critical. As public and companies'
awareness about the risks caused by overfishing and uncontrolled sea farming
expansion has grown, food tradesmen in Canada have developed sustainable seafood
policies and commitments.
Seafood Progress, an online resource, is designed to help provide rewards for
tradesmen and information for seafood lovers. It makes it easier for consumers in
Canada to find out tradesmen's policies on sourcing sustainable seafood, whether
they're sticking to those policies and how they're performing compared to their
peers.
But tradesmen must do more to ensure their seafood products are environmentally
sustainable and socially responsible. This means expanding the scope of their
commitments to cover all seafood products they sell, in all their stores. It also
requires continuing to work with suppliers and producers to improve practices and
make sure the sustainable seafood supply meets consumer demand.
It's no mystery that if we want to continue to eat fish, we must do it
responsibly. Seafood Progress has invited seafood tradesmen, suppliers and
consumers to join in pushing to this goal.
1.What's the cause of oceans' being in trouble according to paragraph 1?
A.The ever-changing of the global climate.
B.The mysteries that people haven't studied.
C.The overexploitation and overuse of the oceans.
D.The continuous decrease of fish stocks.
2.What can Seafood Progress do for consumers?
A.Provide rewards for them.
B.Urge them to stick to policies.
C.Provide them with enough seafood.
D.Let them know about tradesmen's policies.
3.What does the underlined word “scope” in paragraph 5 mean?
A.Range. B.Chance.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
C.Risk. D.Rate.
4.How can seafood be sustainable?
A.By expanding seafood production.
B.By protecting all the tradesmen's profit.
C.By joint efforts of people involved in seafood.
D.By making policies to control seafood consumers.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是说明文。文章主要介绍了在人类对海洋生物过度捕捞的大背景下,相关
各方(包括店主、供应商和消费者)尝试共同努力,促进海产品可持续供应的措施。
1.C
2.D
3.A
4.C
Passage 4 (2022届沈阳期中,C)话题:环境保护 难度:中 词数:293
Rising global meat consumption is likely to have a destructive environmental
effect, increasing carbon emissions and reducing biodiversity (生物多样性),
scientists have warned.
A new analysis suggests that meat consumption is set to climb sharply as the
world population increases along with average individual incomes.
“What's happening is a big concern,” said Tim Key from the University of Oxford.
“On a broad level you can say it is bad for the environment.”
The review, published in the journal Science, found that high levels of meat
consumption also have negative health consequences, leading to an increased risk of
cancer and other diseases.
The average amount of meat consumed per person globally has nearly doubled in the
past 50 years, which means total meat production has been growing much faster than
the rate of population growth, having increased nearly five-fold(五倍)since 1961.
There are recent indications that some countries, including the UK, may have
reached “peak meat”. The UK's 2017 National Food Survey found meat consumption has
fallen by 4.2% and the consumption of meat products by nearly 7% since 2012.However,
middle-income countries, particularly China and others in East Asia, are still北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
seeing a rise. A recent review by the UN outlines how meat production—particularly
livestock(家畜)—is linked to far higher carbon emissions than vegetables, fruit
and grain.
Livestock farming is also a major contribution to biodiversity loss, as forests
and wild land are given over to agricultural land to grow animal feed.
Processed meat has been ranked by WHO alongside alcohol and tobacco as cancer
causes. According to research of cancer, if no one ate processed or red meat in
Britain, there would be 8,800 fewer cases of cancer a year.
1.What's the environmental effect of eating meat?
A.Raising livestock may destroy grasslands and forests.
B.Eating meat leads to the increase of human population.
C.Meat consumption can add to the amount of carbon emissions on Earth.
D.Keeping too much livestock destroys the balance of nature.
2.What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 3 refer to?
A.Eating huge amounts of meat.
B.Increasing carbon emissions in the air.
C.Reducing the diversity of plants.
D.Risking developing cancer.
3.How does livestock lead to biodiversity loss?
A.People farm forests and wild land to grow food for livestock.
B.Plants and animals die from carbon released by livestock.
C.Many plants and animals have become food for livestock.
D.Farm animals have consumed what humans use for food.
4.How does WHO evaluate processed meat?
A.It's a necessary part of human diet.
B.It's like cigarettes and alcohol which can cause cancer.
C.It can reduce carbon release.
D.It contributes to the fall of meat consumption.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是说明文。研究表明,全球肉类消耗量的上升可能会对环境造成破坏性的
影响。北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
1.C
2.A
3.A
4.B
Passage 5 (2022届福州期中,C)话题:科学与技术 难度:中 词数:317
We have heard some interesting ways that 5G wireless technology might change our
lives in the future.
5G, short for the 5th generation mobile communication technology, promises
Internet speeds between 50 and 100 times faster than current 4G systems. While 5G is
set to be used in some limited areas of America this year, much of the world is not
expected to receive widely available service until 2023.
One project in Britain, however, is already testing this superfast technology on
an unlikely group of Internet users—cows. The project was developed by American
technology company Cisco Systems. It also receives money from the British
government. Cisco says the program seeks to explore the future of 5G connectivity in
rural areas around the world.
Testing areas were set up at farms in three rural areas of England. The cows are
equipped with 5G-connected devices (装置) that link up with a robotic milking
system, which uses sensors and machine learning to fully automate the process. The
system designers say technology takes over after a cow feels ready to be milked and
walks toward an automatic gate. The device is designed to recognize each individual
cow. It then positions equipment to the right body position for milking. During the
process, machines release food for the cow as a reward.
Other 5G technology tools include automated brushes that turn on when the cow
rubs up against them. Sensors also control the amount of light to the cows' living
areas depending on the weather. And, an automatic feeding system makes sure the
animals always get enough to eat.
Duncan Forbes, head of the project, told Reuters that the project shows the
farm's cow operations can be greatly improved with 5G technology and that the
experiment provides strong evidence that 5G technology can be widely used in the北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
future, not just on farms in Britain, but in rural communities across the world.
1.What is the purpose of Cisco Systems' program?
A.To win financial support from the British government.
B.To test the effects of 5G technology on animals.
C.To promote its technological development in Britain.
D.To expand the future use of 5G in rural communities.
2.What does the underlined word “It” in Paragraph 3 refer to?
A.The project.
B.The company.
C.The technology.
D.The group.
3.What can we learn about 5G according to the text?
A.It is no worse than 4G in terms of speed.
B.It is already widely available in the world.
C.It helps cows with their milking.
D.It is based on sensors and machine learning.
4.In which section of a newspaper may this text appear?
A.Entertainment.
B.Lifestyle.
C.Education.
D.Technology.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是说明文。美国思科公司在一个项目中将5G技术应用于奶牛身上来实现
挤奶的自动化。
1.D
2.A
3.C
4.D
Passage 6 (2022届山东青岛期中,C)话题:环境保护 难度:难 词数:356
Ever since the success of Apollo 11, when lunar travel was finally publicly北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
acknowledged to be safe for humans, people have been waiting for the day when space
would be opened up on a large scale to those who are not astronauts. It has finally
become a reality, at least for people who have the means. The space flights are not
cheap—each flight into outer space costs about $20 million.
But space travel agencies now have a clever plan to offer suborbital (亚轨道的)
flights, which cost about $100,000. A lunar mission is also made available by space
tourism agency Space Adventures, where tourists, accompanied by one professional
astronaut, would be able to get within 100 km of the moon's surface, enabling them to
see the far side of the moon and witness Earth rising above the surface of the moon.
Further extending the idea of space tourism, plans are underway to open a resort
in space. In the Galactic Suite Space Resort, a space resort started by a Spanish
entrepreneur, guests are promised a remarkable experience with an orbital stay
onboard with first-class resort facilities; they can enjoy a weightless spa as they
watch 15 sunsets in one day; and tourists would be able to complete a single orbit in
80 minutes—all this while staying in a bio-inspired space, similar to a tropical
paradise island!
Space tourism is, however, not environmentally friendly. There are suggestions
that black carbon emitted by the spacecraft could raise temperatures at the poles,
contributing to global warming. An increase in space travel would mean that man would
not only leave his footprint in space but also his waste—space tourism can lead to
pollution of the environment of outer space.
Without doubt, space tourism opens up new exciting possibilities. With time, the
price would become more reasonable. Increasing commercialisation of space would
also mean that a structure would be put in place for the disposal of rubbish.
However, with no immediate solutions, space tourism would probably prove to be yet
another controversial (有争议的) adventure of mankind.
1.What does the word “means” in Paragraph 1 mean?
A.Methods. B.Courage.
C.Money. D.Dreams.
2.What do we know about the Galactic Suite Space Resort?北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
A.It enables guests to see the far side of the moon.
B.It offers high quality service to guests.
C.It promises guests can go around the world in one day.
D.It is built on a tropical paradise island.
3.What is the future of space tourism according to the last paragraph?
A.Bright. B.Uncertain.
C.Meaningless. D.Disastrous.
4.What is the purpose of this text?
A.To talk about the topic of space travel.
B.To warn people of the danger of space travel.
C.To encourage people to travel in space.
D.To call on people to protect outer space.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是说明文。太空旅行可以使人们得到非凡体验,但是并不环保,可能会对
外层空间环境造成污染。
1.C
2.B
3.B
4.A
Passage 7 (2021河北衡水中学二调,A)话题:社会交往 难度:中 词数:279
It was several years ago when my wife asked me to meet her at the local department
store on Black Friday morning. They had advertised a bike that she wanted to purchase
for our son. We stood with a very large crowd, waiting for the manager to blow the
whistle. After a while the whistle blew. It was like throwing a basket of chum into a
tank of sharks. I told my wife that if we obtained a bike, fine, but if we did not, I
was OK with that too.
As the number of the bike boxes began to gradually decrease, I saw my opportunity
to wrap my hands around the corner of one of them. I lifted it and suddenly felt some
mild resistance. I looked up to see one of the largest men I had ever seen in my life.
Frightening was not enough to describe his presence. He was decorated with numerous
leather belts with metal buttons around both arms and even his neck.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
I started to loosen the box but he gently pushed it back in my direction and back
into my hands. He then directed it to my shopping cart. He looked at me, smiled, and
said, “Merry Christmas.”
My wife and I went to the checkout, paid for the bike and went home. All the way
home I was thinking that this moment was by far the best Christmas gift I had ever
received. The kindness of a human heart in a simple act of a stranger broke all
preconceived notions (先入为主的观念) I might have had. I will never forget it.
1.What does the underlined word “chum” mean in paragraph 1?
A.Gifts. B.Food.
C.Goods. D.Souvenirs.
2.Why did the author loosen the box when seeing the man?
A.The author didn't want to buy it.
B.The man needed it more.
C.The author was frightened by the man.
D.The man got the box first.
3.Which of the following can be a suitable title for the text?
A.The Best Christmas Gift
B.The Largest Man I Have Ever Seen
C.An Unforgettable Bike
D.A Shopping Experience
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇记叙文。当地百货商店促销,作者夫妇希望给儿子买一辆打折的自
行车作为圣诞礼物。在争抢过程中一位壮汉把自行车让给了作者,这令作者非常感动。
1.B
2.C
3.A
Passage 8 (2021福建师大附中段考,B)话题:宇宙探索 难度:中 词数:329
As we continue to explore farther out into our solar system and beyond, the
question of humans living on other planets often comes up. Manned bases on the Moon
or Mars for example, have long been a dream of many. There is a natural desire to
explore as far as we can go, and also to extend humanity's presence on a permanent or北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
at least semi-permanent basis. In order to do this, however, it is necessary to adapt
to different extreme environments. On the Moon for example, a colony must be self-
sustaining and protect its inhabitants from the airless, harsh environment outside.
Mars, though, is different. While future bases could adapt to the Martian
environment over time, there is also the possibility of modifying the surrounding
environment instead of just co-existing with it. This is the process of terraforming
—adjusting Mars' atmosphere and environment to make it more Earth-like. But the
bigger question is, should we?
One of the main issues is whether Mars has any native life or not and if it does,
should it be preserved as much as possible? If the answer is yes, then large-scale
human settlements on Mars should be completely off-limits. Small colonies might be
fine, but living on Mars should not be at the expense of any native habitats, if they
exist. If Mars is home to any indigenous life, then terraforming should be a non-
issue;it simply should not be done.
What if Mars is lifeless? Even if no life exists there, that untouched and unique
alien environment needs to be preserved as it is as much as possible. We've already
done too much damage here on our own planet. By studying Mars and other planets and
moons in their current natural state, we can learn so much about their history and
also learn more about our own world. We should appreciate the differences of other
worlds instead of just transforming them to suit our own ambition.
1.What is the best title for the text?
A.Is there life on Mars?
B.Can we adapt to Mars?
C.Should we terraform Mars?
D.Are Mars and Earth so different?
2.What does the author think we should do if life is found on Mars?
A.Ensure that it's not harmed.
B.Negotiate with the Martians.
C.Change the unpopulated regions.
D.Assess the advantages and disadvantages.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
3.What does the underlined word “indigenous” in paragraph 3 mean?
A.Complex. B.Native.
C.Foreign. D.Intelligent.
4.How does the author develop his ideas in the text?
A.By referring to others' research.
B.By evaluating different planets.
C.By justifying the benefits of terraforming.
D.By arguing in support of one viewpoint.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇议论文。文章论述了人类是否应该移民火星,在火星上大规模建造
定居点这个问题。
1.C
2.A
3.B
4.D
Passage 9 (2021河南九师联盟质检,C)话题:科学与技术 难度:中 词数:328
Did you know roughly one third of food for human consumption goes to waste?Most
of it is fresh fruit and vegetables that go bad. The produce dries out or goes bad,
which has led scientists to develop ways of coating or sealing the food to keep it
fresh for longer. Now research at Rice University reveals there might be a better
way.
Scientists discovered that dipping produce like strawberries and bananas into
an egg-based wash is remarkably good for preserving it. The coating is extremely
thick, and made from a mixture of powdered egg whites and yolks(蛋黄)(70%), and some
wood-sourced cellulose(纤维素)to act as a barrier preventing water loss.
What the scientists found was that the egg wash made a significant difference in
helping produce stay fresh over a two-week observation period. The appearance of the
coated fruits and vegetables didn't change much, while the uncoated produce ripened
and even rotted within the same time. The egg-based coating, as it turned out,
reduced each fruit's chance of getting exposed to oxygen.
The nonpoisonous coating was found to be flexible and tests showed that it was北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
just as tough as other products, including synthetic films(合成膜), used in produce
packaging. For anyone with an egg allergy, the coating can be removed by thorough
washing in water and is tasteless.
The scientists hope this could be a breakthrough in the fight against food
waste.“Reducing food shortages in ways that are not related to genetic modification,
uneatable coatings or chemical additives is important for better sustainable
living,”said materials scientist and study author Pulickel Ajayan.
What's great about this discovery is that it fights food waste in more than one
way:even the coating was made from eggs that would otherwise have been discarded
because they weren't fit for consumption. The researchers said roughly 200 million
of US produced eggs go to waste annually. So if this were scaled up, it could be a win-
win situation all around.
1.How does the egg-based wash help keep food fresh?
A.By limiting its oxygen exposure.
B.By making its coating less thick.
C.By removing its cellulose slowly.
D.By improving its absorbent ability.
2.Why is Pulickel Ajayan mentioned in the text?
A.To stress the seriousness of food shortages.
B.To offer the method of cutting food waste.
C.To show the significance of the discovery.
D.To give a brief description of the research.
3.What does the underlined word “discarded” in the last paragraph probably mean?
A.Eaten up. B.Taken in.
C.Picked out. D.Thrown away.
4.What is the text mainly about?
A.How to use eggs creatively.
B.A new way to preserve food.
C.How to recycle food waste.
D.A breakthrough in technology.
答案北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了一种使食物保鲜时间更久的方法。
1.A
2.C
3.D
4.B
Passage 10 (2020湖北汉川二中质检,B)话题:生活态度 难度:中 词数:287
Less than 24 hours after undergoing(经历)lifesaving surgery, Milli Lucas smiled
from ear to ear as she thanked her supporters from her hospital bed. The 12-year-old
girl made her first public appearance since her operation on Tuesday when visited by
Today Tonight's Mark Gibson.
The youngster went into a six-hour surgery on Monday in an attempt to remove her
brain tumour(肿瘤). Hours later, her mother Monica Smirk announced the operation was
a success. Milli has enjoyed her first post-surgery meal and is now recovering.
The young girl's battle against brain cancer received national attention after
her family was forced to raise money for the procedure performed by Dr. Teo. The
surgeon spoke for the first time after the operation, admitting the procedure was one
of the “most difficult” that he had done in his career. Dr. Teo was able to remove 98
percent of the girl's tumour, and has referred her to specialists in Germany who will
work on getting rid of the remaining two percent.
Earlier, Ms. Smirk told The West Australian that Milli was recovering well after
the operation. She wrote on Facebook, “Milli is awake and in ICU. The operation was a
success. Her right leg and arm are moving. Thank you—every one of you—for your
support and love. She's so amazing.”
The little girl was wearing smiles as she was taken into the operating theatre
for surgery, but the procedure was not without risks. Doctors said the operation
could leave her with permanent weakness in one side of her body, or at worst
paralysis(瘫痪 ). Dr. Teo said while the future was often cruel for those who
underwent the high-risk procedure, Milli should be commended for her courage and
bravery.
1.How did Milli Lucas feel after the surgery?北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
A.Relieved but regretful.
B.Delighted and grateful.
C.Thrilled and curious.
D.Relaxed but terrified.
2.It can be inferred that Milli Lucas .
A.is bound to suffer from paralysis
B.has totally got rid of her illness
C.is likely to have another operation
D.will receive more financial support
3.Why did Monica Smirk write something on Facebook?
A.To comfort others and convince her daughter of love.
B.To draw nationwide attention to her daughter.
C.To encourage her daughter to stay brave and optimistic.
D.To inform her daughter's condition and express thanks.
4.Which of the following best explains the word “commended” underlined in the last
paragraph?
A.Saved. B.Ignored.
C.Assessed. D.Praised.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇记叙文。勇敢地与病魔作斗争的女孩米莉·卢卡斯手术后正在恢复,
她和她的妈妈对支持她的人都满怀感激。给米莉·卢卡斯进行手术的医生说她应该被称赞,因
为她很勇敢。
1.B
2.C
3.D
4.D
Passage 11 (2020山东模拟,B)话题:人与环境 难度:中 词数:306
My school appeared on the news last week because we had made an important change
in our local area. Our class had planted a large garden in what was once only a vacant
lot. It was a lot of work but it was all worth it. I got blisters(水疱) from digging,
and we all got insect bites, too.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
I learned a lot about gardening and collaboration (合作), and then I learned
about the media. Our teacher telephoned the TV station and informed them of what we
had accomplished. She spoke with the producer. The producer checked with the
directors, but they said there were plenty of stories similar to ours. They wanted to
know what was special about our particular garden, since many schools plant gardens.
The teacher explained that, after going on the Internet to learn about the
prairie (大草原), we had made a prairie garden. We had gone to a prairie and gotten
seeds from the plants, and then we planted them. We did not water the garden, but we
did weed it. We decided to let nature water it with rain, since that was how prairies
grew in the past. We sent a picture of the garden to the news station. In the picture,
the grass was so high that it stood taller than the fourth grade students.
As a result, the producer sent a reporter to our school. He interviewed the
headmaster and asked him many questions about the garden. After that, he interviewed
us, and we explained to him what we had learned through this project.
That night, we watched the news, and there we were. The news reporter told our
story. It was only two minutes long, but it was us. We were famous. All that work, all
those blisters, it was worth it. We knew that when we saw the garden every day, but
now we knew that the whole city thought so, too.
1.What seemed to be the TV directors' initial reaction to the garden?
A.They were excited.
B.They were surprised.
C.They were worried.
D.They were uninterested.
2.What is special about the garden?
A.Weeds were allowed to spread naturally.
B.The grass grew faster than common grass.
C.The seeds came from the plants of a prairie.
D.Underground water was used for the plants.
3.What does the underlined word “that” refer to in the last paragraph?
A.We got blisters on our hands.
B.Our hard work was worthwhile.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
C.The garden would be famous.
D.The project would be finished.
4.How did the author feel about the project?
A.Annoyed. B.Curious.
C.Proud. D.Regretful.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文为记叙文。文章介绍了作者的班级因建了一座花园而上了电视新闻的故
事。
1.D
2.C
3.B
4.C
题组二 短语和句子类
Passage 1 (2022届深圳、长沙二校联考,B)话题:人物故事 难度:中 词数:337
Severe plantar fasciitis (足底筋膜炎) meant I'd been a full-time wheelchair
user since I was 12. By the time I was 16, I just wanted my leg off. It took six years
for the doctors to operate as they insisted on waiting until I was older and in a good
enough place mentally. I held off until I finished my degree. Afterward, with a
fitted artificial leg, the world felt like a different place. I'd not walked in
years. Suddenly I was a lot taller and no longer in any pain.
When I was in a wheelchair, I discovered a real love for sport. I started to
compete in wheelchair racing, and soon found I was good at the discus (铁饼运动). I
started competing in Tough Mudder (an endurance event series), progressing from
walking with crutches to blade ( 小 腿 假 肢 ) running. I now compete in sports
internationally and have won the silver medal for adaptive judo at the World Judo
Championships.
At the time of the surgery, I worked as an accountant, but I soon realized I
didn't want to be sitting in an office all day as I'd been in a wheelchair for so long.
Therefore, as soon as the revision surgery was complete, I hande d i n m y notic e.
My career took a different path after I was asked to be a guest presenter for The北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. Now I speak to schools, colleges and
organizations about a wide range of subjects such as disability, discrimination,
disability in sport, and perseverance. I share my own personal stories about how I
lost my leg and what I learned from it, my perseverance, and how I followed my dream.
Now most of my income comes from working as a motivational speaker, which I've
been doing full-time for a year. I love what I do, and if I continue to inspire others
to do what they want to in life, then I'm happy.
1.How did the author probably feel after his leg was cut off?
A.Anxious. B.Relieved.
C.Hopeless. D.Annoyed.
2.What is the second paragraph mainly about?
A.The author's passion for sports.
B.Awards the author won through playing sports.
C.What sports the author is good at.
D.How the author prepared for Tough Mudder.
3.What do the underlined words “handed in my notice” in Paragraph 3 mean?
A.Quit the job.
B.Asked for leave.
C.Got promoted.
D.Spread the news to others.
4.What's the main reason for him to be a motivational speaker?
A.It was his dream during childhood.
B.He enjoys the fame it brings him.
C.It brings him money and a sense of fulfillment.
D.He wants more people to care about the disabled.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是记叙文。文章讲述了作者由于足底筋膜炎,长期坐轮椅。手术后,他坚持
做自己热爱的事情,并且激励他人做想做的事情。
1.B
2.A北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
3.A
4.C
Passage 2 (2022届河北保定摸底,B)话题:个人经历 难度:中 词数:364
In my first year of teaching in Houston, I was asked to act as Batman at a
birthday party.
One night, the headmaster handed me a costume and said, “Tomorrow you're going to
be Batman.” I knew a Batman with a moustache at the party was a hug e re d fla g. I knew it
was especially bad for my image, but I didn't want to change my physical appearance,
so I chose not to shave.
The party was at a huge public park, and I had to park my car far enough away so
that the children couldn't see me. Then I walked to it secretly, but unluckily, the
children saw me coming from about 300 meters away.
I started to regret. When I got close enough for them to see my face clearly the
entire party broke into laughter. I wanted to turn around and run back in
embarrassment, but then the laughter changed into cheering and applause. I ran into
the party and saw the “birthday” boy with his dad. The dad laughed, “I told you, son.
Batman has a moustache.” Then he showed me the huge birthday cake with a Batman drawn
on it, and the Batman had a moustache. I just stared at it in disbelief. It was a thick
black line drawn underneath his nose, just like my moustache.
All the children said, “Batman doesn't have a moustache.” Instead of admitting
the cake was messed up, the parents tried to save face, saying, “No, Batman always has
a moustache. He just shaves it for his movies.” Naturally, the children were
doubtful, but my moustache became the detail that confirmed what the parents had
said. Those children of the perfect age still believed in wonders and superheroes and
they were pleased to find something kept hidden from others.
That year, I struggled a lot with my identity. Was I a teacher or a clown(小丑)?
But that day, I may not have been the hero they ordered, and certainly I wasn't the
hero they expected, but I was the hero they needed.
1.What does the underlined phrase “a huge red flag” in paragraph 2 mean?
A.A big loss.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
B.A red sunrise.
C.A great honor.
D.A disadvantageous thing.
2.Why did the author have his car parked far away?
A.To buy a huge birthday cake.
B.To take a walk before the party.
C.To avoid being noticed by the children.
D.To keep away from the thick black line.
3.How did the author feel when the whole party burst out laughing?
A.Awkward. B.Relieved.
C.Happy. D.Puzzled.
4.What can be the best title for the text?
A.A Funny Father
B.A Famous Clown
C.A Superhero with a Secret
D.A Perfect Age for Wonders
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是记叙文。文章主要讲述了作者在一次生日派对上扮演蝙蝠侠的经历和
感受。
1.D
2.C
3.A
4.C
Passage 3 (2022届山东济宁期中,C)话题:人物故事 难度:中 词数:352
In November 2020, US climber Emily Harrington, 34, free-climbed EI Capitan—a
3,000-foot rock formation (岩层) in Yosemite National Park, US. She accomplished her
feat (壮举) within a day and became the first woman to free-climb the Golden Gate
route.
It used to take weeks for rock climbers to reach the top of EI Capitan, even with
the help of a partner and climbing aids. In recent years, only three people—all men北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
—had free-climbed the Golden Gate route on EI Capitan in under 24 hours, according
to CNN.
The number of female climbers has been rising in recent years. Even in the
pandemic, many of them have made great achievements and pushed human limits. “I never
expected to earn my place to be a Yosemite climber. But throughout this experience I
have learned that there is no formula for achievement up there,” she said.
The rising number of female climbing enthusiasts should come as no surprise.
According to the website Climbing.com, “Climbing is one of the few sports where it's
possible to leve l th e playin g fiel d. Women's superior weight-strength ratio (比
例)helps offset (弥补) anything we may lack in power or reach, bridging the gap
between the sexes.”
Legendary Austrian climber Angela Eiter is another strong female figure in the
climbing world. In 2020 Eiter made news as she climbed the unknown face she calls
Madame Ching in her home country.
According to the New York Post, the route was free of traces. That means Eiter
had to search for the holds and predict how the moves were going to play out by
herself. Worse still, the rock there is really fragile and some holds had to be fixed
with glue. But after intensive indoor training to visualize the route and build up
her strength, Eiter, who stands 154 cm high and weighs 46 kg, made it.
“I am not the strongest woman and I am very small, and I am happy that I can show
other women that they can also do it,” she told the reporter.
1.What did Emily Harrington accomplish?
A.She reached the top of EI Capitan in less than a day.
B.She free-climbed the Golden Gate route within weeks.
C.She was the first person to free-climbed EI Capitan successfully.
D.She climbed the Golden Gate route without climbing aids.
2.What does the underlined phrase “level the playing field” in Paragraph 4 probably
mean?
A.Give a sense of belonging.
B.Give someone an advantage.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
C.Make a situation more balanced.
D.Allow someone to prove themselves.
3.What difficulty did Angela Eiter meet with when climbing Madame Ching?
A.There were no holds to use.
B.There were no beaten paths to follow.
C.She didn't bring necessities like glue.
D.Her prediction about the route was wrong.
4.What can we learn from Harrington and Eiter?
A.Always battle with others.
B.Find where you belong.
C.Work hard to be a role model.
D.Be brave and pursue your goal.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇新闻报道。文章主要讲述了杰出的女性攀岩者的故事。
1.A
2.C
3.B
4.D
Passage 4 (2021福州联考,B)话题:生活与学习 难度:中 词数:347
I turned 8 years old the day I skipped school for the first time. It was easily
done: Both my parents left for work before my school bus arrived on weekdays, so when
it showed up at my house on that cold winter morning, I simply did not get on. The
perfect crime!
And what did I do with myself on that glorious stolen day, with no adults in
charge and no limits on my activities? Did I get high?
Nope. I built a warm fire in the wood stove, prepared a bowl of popcorn, grabbed a
blanket, and read. I was thrilled and transported by a book—it was Hemingway's The
Sun Also Rises—and I just needed to be alone with it for a little while. I ached to
know what would happen to Jake Barnes and Lady Brett Ashley and Robert Cohn. I
couldn't bear the thought of sitting in a classroom taking another exam when I could
be traveling through Spain in the 1920s with a bunch of expatriates (异乡客).北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
I spent that day lost in words. Time fell away, as the room around me turned to
mist, and my role—as a daughter, sister, teenager, and student—in the world no
longer had any meaning. I had accidentally come across the key to perfect happiness:
I had become completely absorbed by something I loved.
Looking back on it now, I can see that some subtle things were happening to my
mind and to my life while I was in that state of absorption. Hemingway's language was
quietly braidin g itsel f int o my imagination. I was downloading information about how
to create simple and elegant sentences, a good and solid plot. In other words, I was
learning how to write. Without realizing it, I was hot on the trail of my own fate.
Writing now absorbs me the way reading once did and happiness is their generous side
effect.
1.Why did the author skip school on that day?
A.Because her parents left home early.
B.Because it was a cold winter morning.
C.Because she was fascinated by a novel.
D.Because she was anxious to take the exam.
2.What did the author think is the source of true joy?
A.Reading a work of fiction by the fire.
B.Traveling with a bunch of expatriates.
C.Breaking the rules and regulations.
D.Being occupied by one's passion.
3.Which can best replace the underlined phrase “ braidin g itsel f int o” in the last
paragraph?
A.Entering. B.Destroying.
C.Mending. D.Blocking.
4.What can we infer from the passage?
A.The author was tired of her roles in real life.
B.Writing has a horrible effect on the author's life now.
C.The author skipped school when she was 9 years old.
D.Becoming a writer is the author's childhood dream.
答案北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者小时候被海明威的《太阳照常升起》吸引,
沉浸于小说美妙的语言中。海明威的语言风格慢慢地影响着作者,引导她走上了文学之路。
1.C
2.D
3.A
4.D
Passage 5 (2021山东潍坊上学期期中,C)话题:科学发现 难度:中 词数:312
The Assassin's Creed series has been about building immersive (沉浸式的)and
accurate historical worlds. As they released the game Assassin's Creed Origins, they
have also released their Discovery Tour. These tours give players a chance to walk
the streets of ancient Egypt, explore Alexandria and the pyramids, and learn about
wildlife and geography. For students, experiencing the ancient world in this
interactiv e wa y can be more interesting and effective than just reading a textbook or
watching a documentary about what they are studying.
Assassin's Creed is not the only game series that can be educational either. What
is important about the role of historical games is the level of choices. When
watching a film, students are passive receivers of the content. However, when
playing a game, students have an active role to play in history. A focus on choices
and consequences is an important element of teaching and understanding history, so
historical games can be a valuable teaching tool even if they aren't completely
historically accurate. They have the power to immerse students in faraway worlds and
allow them to think critically about the cause and consequence, think about why
historical events unfolded the way they did, and even think about possible
alternative outcomes. All of these are critical to historical thinking processes. No
longer do students need to rely only on reading textbooks or on instructors for
knowledge.
When carrying this out in your class, remember that not all students enjoy
playing video games, but they can still be a valuable learning tool. The instructor
also needs to be an active facilitator and take note of teachable moments. A video北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
game is not going to teach a class;it requires an awesome instructor to make
everything come together. With the power of video games, ancient worlds no longer
need to be limited to the pages of a textbook.
1.What does the underlined phrase “this interactive way” in paragraph 1 refer to?
A.Walking an ancient street.
B.Playing a new game.
C.Reading a textbook.
D.Watching a documentary.
2.What does paragraph 2 mainly tell us about Assassin's Creed?
A.Why it is different from the film.
B.Why it gains popularity.
C.How it benefits teaching.
D.How it came into being.
3.Who plays a core role in game-aided teaching?
A.The teachers. B.The players.
C.The designers. D.The audiences.
4.What's the key message of this text?
A.A vivid description of ancient architecture.
B.An account of a new history learning method.
C.A detailed explanation of a social problem.
D.An online advertisement of a stylish trend.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文。文章以游戏《刺客信条:起源》为例介绍了游戏可以在历史
教学中扮演重要作用,可以作为一种新的学习历史的方法。
1.B
2.C
3.A
4.B
Passage 6 (2021河北衡水中学二调,C)话题:科学与技术 难度:难 词数:318
Time and how we experience it have always puzzled us. Physicists have created
fascinating theories, but their time is measured by a pendulum(钟摆) and is not北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
psychological time, which leaps with little regard to the clock or calendar. As
someone who understood the distinction observed, “ Whe n yo u si t wit h a nic e gir l fo r
tw o hour s i t seem s lik e a minute , bu t whe n yo u si t o n a ho t stove , a minut e seem s lik e
tw o hours .”
Psychologists have long noticed that larger units of time, such as months and
years, fly on swifter wings as we age. They also note that the more time is structured
with schedules and appointments, the more rapidly it seems to pass. For example, a
day at the office flies compared with a day at the beach.
Expectation and familiarity also make time seem to flow more rapidly. Almost all
of us have had the experience of driving somewhere we've never been before.
Surrounded by unfamiliar scenery, with no real idea of when we'll arrive, we
experience the trip as lasting a long time. But the return trip, although exactly as
long, seems to take far less time. The novelty of the outward journey has become
routine.
When days become as identical as beads(小珠子) on a string, they mix together,
and even months become a single day. To counter this, try to find ways to interrupt
the structure of your day—to stop time, so to speak.
Learning something new is one of the ways to slow the passage of time. One of the
reasons why the days of our youth seem to be full and long is that these are the days
of learning and discovery. For many of us, learning ends when we leave school, but
this doesn't have to be.
1.What is the underlined sentence in paragraph 1 used to show?
A.Psychological time is quite puzzling.
B.Time should not be measured by a pendulum.
C.Physical time is different from psychological time.
D.Physical theory has nothing to do with the true sense of time.
2.Why do units of time fly faster as we grow older?
A.Our sense of time changes.
B.We spend less time at the beach.
C.More time is structured and scheduled.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
D.Time is structured with too many appointments.
3.What does “novelty” in paragraph 3 probably mean?
A.Excitement.
B.Unfamiliarity.
C.Imagination.
D.Amusement.
4.What is the purpose of the passage?
A.To give various explanations about time.
B.To describe how we experience time physically.
C.To show the differences of two kinds of time.
D.To explain why time flies and how to slow it down.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文是一篇说明文。文章主要讲了心理层面的时间和物理概念的时间是有差
别的。同时文章解释了时间为什么过得很快以及怎样让它变慢。
1.C
2.C
3.B
4.D
Passage 7 (2020广东肇庆联考,D)话题:科学与技术 难度:中 词数:264
Recently I rolled into a local restaurant to try an Impossible Burger, an all-
plant patty( 肉 饼 ) invented by Impossible Foods. It's well known for having a
strangely chewy( 耐 嚼 的 ), even bloody, meat-like quality, a surprising
verisimilitude(逼真) that has made it “perhaps the country's most famous burger”, as
New York magazine wrote. One bite into its wonderful, smoky taste and I was
convinced.
This is good news, because the time has come to consume fake meat. In the fight
against climate change, the meat replacement is something we can try. A study of the
University of Oxford recently found that, to keep global warming below 2 degrees this
century, we need to be eating 75 percent less beef and 90 percent less pork.
However, diets are culturally enshrined, so changing them will be hard. It isn't
easy to replace 75 to 90 percent of beef and pork with fake meat. The first taste of an北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
Impossible Burger—a moment when low expectations work a powerful magic in the
product's favor—is one thing. But how do you keep meat eaters asking for more after
their sixth, and their 26th?
To get to true mass adoption, fake meat will need to compete favorably with the
real thing on multiple fronts. Impossible Foods' goal is to drive the price of its
product below that of Safeway's 80/20 hamburger meat, at which point people will
simply vote with their wallets. The new industry also wants to improve on animal
flesh in various ways. “Fake meat has an advantage over traditional meat because you
won't need to refrigerate it,” co-founder Niko Koffeman says. Plus, custom(定制的)
production could improve choice. “You could have very soft and tender meat for
elderly people,” Koffeman adds. “You could have a tailored meat for whatever you
need.”
You can tell the world is shifting this way, because the ranchers(牧场主) are
nervous. Last year, the US Cattlemen's Association asked the government to define
“meat” as a product “coming directly from animals”. That anxiety—and the power of the
science driving it—goes to show that this grand shift isn't impossible.
1.According to the passage, the author was convinced by the Impossible Burger
because .
A.it has a special taste that is different from normal ones
B.it contains all non-meat materials that taste like meat
C.more vegetables are used as main materials for the burger
D.one bite of this burger can provide people with the energy needed for a whole day
2.What does the author mean by saying “diets are culturally enshrined”?
A.People think their diets are the best in the world.
B.People are unwilling to go against their culture by changing their diets.
C.People's preference for food is linked to the food choice available to them.
D.People's eating habits are consistently observed and closely connected with their
culture.
3.Which of the following statements is true about the advantages that fake meat has
over traditional meat?北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
A.Fake meat isn't necessarily stored in a refrigerator.
B.The price of fake meat is just one-fourth of traditional meat's.
C.Fake meat wins over older people thanks to its tender and soft taste.
D.Fake meat owns a taste that is not found in traditional meat.
4.What can we infer from the last paragraph?
A.Meat must come from animals.
B.The world will probably embrace the idea of fake meat.
C.The ranchers are suffering economic loss due to fake meat.
D.The definition of meat has been changed because of fake meat.
答案
[语篇解读] 本文为说明文。文章主要讲述了肉类替代品的发展,未来假肉可能会替代真肉。
1.B
2.D
3.A
4.B
Passage 8 (2020河北3月联考,C)话题:科学与技术 难度:难 词数:352
Technology is a great and convenient thing, but it does have effects on us in
many different ways.
It causes long-term memory loss. Thanks to Baidu, we don't really have to
remember much of anything. Questions are answered a t th e dro p o f a ha t because Baidu
is all-knowing! Is that a good thing, though? People aren't digging through their
brains anymore to find answers. Here's the good news: we can still exercise our long-
term memory by simply thinking before we Baidu. If we don't want to go down that road,
we can search Baidu for some memory games to play. Turn Baidu into an asset instead of
an enemy.
It makes us lack patience. Baidu gives us what we want. Everything is instant. In
fact, if we have to wait for even a handful of minutes for anything, we start losing
our minds. This idea of instant satisfaction carries through to many other aspects of
our lives, too, like when we go out to eat, drive in traffic, or even deal with
workplace accidents. Instead of using Baidu to lessen our anger, try searching for
some meditation(沉思). Focus on our breath and realize everything doesn't have to北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
move at lightning speed. We can actually listen to some peaceful or meditation music
on our Pandora, too!
It wastes our time. To be honest, how much time are we spending on Baidu every
day? Whether we're doing research for our own personal needs, buying clothes, or
writing a research paper, we all spend a ton of time on the trusty Internet. Are we
always being efficient with this time? For the sake of our precious time, if we
haven't used Baidu Netdisk, we should. Keep spreadsheets, PDFs, slide shows, and
even recordings exactly where we can easily find them. Keep a running list of
websites we know we'll revisit.
Overall, things are different these days. Yes, there are noticeable negative
side effects because of the Baidu invasion, but we don't have to fall into that trap.
Stay sharp and don't let ourselves become imprisoned doing the Baidu god's bidding.
1.Which of the following can best replace the underlined part “at the drop of a hat”?
A.at one point B.in no time
C.in a way D.at a loss
2.Why do we turn impatient in real life according to Paragraph 3?
A.We depend on ourselves too much.
B.We can't get everything with Baidu.
C.We can't get quick services in real life.
D.We get used to Baidu's convenience.
3.What is the author's advice on saving time online?
A.Using Baidu Netdisk.
B.Keeping papers correctly.
C.Being efficient with work.
D.Emptying websites records timely.
4.What does the text mainly tell us?
A.The side effects of Baidu and solutions.
B.The advantages and functions of Baidu.
C.The technology and influence of the Internet.
D.The disadvantages and risks of the Internet.北京曲一线图书策划有限公司 2023版《5年高考3年模拟》A版
答案
[语篇解读] 本文为说明文。文章主要说明了百度的副作用以及相应的解决方案。
1.B
2.D
3.A
4.A