1、2023届天津市和平区高三下学期第一次质量调查英语试题第一部分：英语知识运用(共两节，满分 45 分)第一节：单项填空(共 15 小题，每小题 1 分，满分 15 分)从 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。例：Stand over there_youll be able to see it better.A. or B. and C. but D. while 答案是 B。1. Im not looking forward to this. Its going to be a really hard exam.Oh_Im sure well all get good m
2、arks.A. I cant agree more.B. Youd better get started.C. You must be kidding me.D. I wont worry about it too much.2. -Hi, there. Can I help you with anything today?-Oh, yes._, Id like to buy a present for my nieces birthday.A. ExactlyB. SomehowC. ActuallyD. Definitely3. Having the courage to be disli
3、ked does not mean that you can use your weaknesses as an _ for not improving yourself.A. capacityB. excuseC. passionD. demand4. The way we use a language is so_that one could say there are as many varieties as speakers of English.A. individualB. commonC. exceptionalD. reliable5. Through comparison,h
4、e found that the location of the 117 known Maya cities _to the positions of the stars.A. correspondB. appealC. subscribeD. belong6. You_so slowly. I just needed a few seconds to get used to your voice.A. shouldnt speakB. couldnt have spokenC. dont have toD. neednt have spoken7. The power of Charlie
5、Chaplins works is not only in his acting, but also in the stories and characters he_.A. had createdB. has createdC. createdD. creates8. Jackson turned out at the Grammy Awards,_music artists are given an award for their artistic or technical achievement.A. whenB. whereC. whichD. whose9. The North an
6、d South Poles represents the final frontiers of exploration on Earth, and _ they have become an strong attraction for both researchers and tourists.A. in other wordsB. as a consequenceC. by the wayD. on the contrary10. Many people believe cloning is_nature but I think it is a way of helping nature.A
7、. beneathB. far fromC. ahead ofD. against11. I was 12 and ,_all my old friends, I felt shy and lonely at the new school.A. lostB. having been lostC. having lostD. losing12. The procedure appealed to the staff a lot_it was introduced to them in January.A. sinceB. untilC. whenD. though13. -Im not goin
8、g to the party tonight. Ill stay at home and read.-Come on, _A. You get a frog in your throat.B. Youre pulling your weight.C. Wed better throw in the towel.D. Dont be such a wet blanket.14. _ all this put under debate is whether they need to move their cattle to another field for nutrition purpose.A
9、. HowB. WhyC. WhatD. That15. -I will leave you two alone. I am sure you two must have a lot to_.-Yes. It is two years since we last got together.A. catch upB. take inC. bring outD. give away第二节： 完形填空(共 20 小题;每小题 1.5 分，满分 30 分)阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从 16-35 各题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项。Growing up in Mauritius,
10、 I love nature. Behind my house, there is a mountain named Le Pouce, where I spent much time _16_the forest as a kid. However, my instinct (天性) for exploration _17_at the waters edge. Even though Mauritius is an island country _18_ by the Indian Ocean, the thought of entering the ocean made me scare
11、d.When I was about 10, this started to _19_. I began learning about the _20_ climate change presented to island countries, and I started_21_ an interest in protecting the environment. I watched nature documentaries,_22_ the steps I could take to change the world,_23_ I still didnt know how to effect
12、ively achieve it. Later, I took the National Geographic Societys Exploring Conservation courses, which set me on a path to helping start and_24_, The Oceanic Project, an organization dedicated to helping people understand the ocean and enhancing peoples_25_ of protecting the ocean.Gradually, I reali
13、zed how much humans _26_ the ocean for its natural resources and that it was not as _27_ as I had imagined. My fear was rooted in a(n) _28_ of falling into a river in my childhood. Determined to_29_ it, I became a certified diver last year.Diving plays a big part in my life now, and I work to_30_ th
14、e protection of the underwater environment. I helped run a summer camp for young divers. During that time, I led a beach cleanup to help the participants understand how human litter could end up in the ocean. I got encouraged by the_31_ of the activity when a parent told me her son insisted on _32_
15、plastic items in their home with bamboo alternatives after returning home.Protecting the ocean is very_33_ and Ill keep dedicating myself to it. And I_34_ hope more people will join me. Only with everyones effort can we make the world a(n)_35_ place for human beings.16. A. exploringB. transformingC.
16、 extendingD. constructing17. A. expandedB. appearedC. assistedD. stopped18. A. ruinedB. surroundedC. coveredD. represented19. A. changeB. worsenC. repeatD. occur20. A. progressB. threatC. opportunityD. image21. A. provingB. hidingC. developingD. resisting22. A. avoidingB. teachingC. pretendingD. con
17、sidering23. A. ifB. yetC. soD. unless24. A. leadB. followC. recognizeD. prevent25. A. hesitationB. awarenessC. memoryD. guess26. A. paid backB. adapted toC. depended onD. kept up27. A. simpleB. significantC. dangerousD. effective28. A. moodB. skillC. hobbyD. experience29. A. confirmB. neglectC. over
18、comeD. analyze30. A. turn downB. hold backC. add upD. contribute to31. A. introductionB. influenceC. advertisementD. prediction32. A. mixingB. burningC. replacingD. combining33. A. riskyB. impracticalC. shockingD. crucial34. A. sincerelyB. suddenlyC. formallyD. seemingly35. A. wonderfulB. imaginativ
19、eC. familiarD. traditional第二部分： 阅读理解 (共 20 小题; 每小题 2.5 分，满分 50 分)阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A、B、C、D 四个选项中，选出最佳选项。AThe University of Waikato will provide you with the foundational knowledge and experience you need to achieve your career and life goals. With our focus on academic excellence and innovation, you wil
20、l become part of a group known for making a big difference in the world around them. Join our warm and welcoming community of students from all over New Zealand and the globe.CampusThe University of Waikato have two unique campuses. Each campus has quality in their facilities and services student wi
21、ll have access to during their studies. Hamilton campus enjoys the vibrant (有活力) student atmosphere, offering a range of cafes, on-campus accommodation, and cutting-edge learning facilities. Tauranga campus in the heart of the CBD adds to the current range of qualifications and combines beautiful be
22、aches, a relaxed lifestyle, and world-class university study.Accessibility Services Our Accessibility Services are on-site to help impaired (有缺陷的) students such as, but not limited to: sensory impairment, physical impairment, specific learning disability, mental health and temporary impairment. They
23、 offer a range of services to students such as note-taking support, assistive technology, alternative exam arrangements, sign-language interpreters, mobility parking permits, specialist equipment and more.Employability Plus Award Join the Employability Plus Award! It is a great way to engage and con
24、nect with dozens of local non-profit organizations, adds value to your CV (个人简历), and is a fun student community to belong to. Enhance your student experience! Boost your employability status! Engage with like-minded people!You will get recognition for community volunteering, supporting university e
25、vents and attending workshops whilst you are studying. You will gain work-ready skills that will assist you in standing out to prospective employers.Student CentreThe Student Centre is located at the heart of our Hamilton Campus and will be your choice for study and enrolment help, books, computers
26、and printing and group study rooms. It is a great place to study, with lots of PowerPoints to plug in your computer and help on offer. The Student Centre team will also print and set up your Student ID card when you first arrive on campus. Within the Student Centre, you will find a range of services
27、 to help you throughout your time at university, from enrolment to graduation.36. What do we know about the campus of the University of Waikato?A. Tauranga campus can offer free accommodation to the students.B. Students on Hamilton campus have access to advanced facilities.C. The location of Taurang
28、a campus contributes to its popularity.D. Both campuses combine beautiful beaches and vibrant atmosphere.37. A student with mental health problem in the university can_.A. receive necessary treatment they needB. own assistive technology on the campusC. be allowed flexibly organized examsD. serve as
29、a sign-language interpreter38. You can benefit a lot by joining the Employability Plus Award except_.A. improving your student experienceB. learning new skills before you workC. bettering your qualification for employmentD. impressing your future employers39. What can students do at the Student Cent
30、re?A. They can find enrolment information there.B. They are allowed to print PowerPoints online.C. They can get their student ID card repaired.D. They may get together in group study rooms.40. Which of the following is the passage probably taken from?A. An education magazine.B. A travel book.C. A un
31、iversity newspaper.D. A student guide.BAs a child, I never considered myself an athlete at all as I was very uncoordinated (不协调的). However, I did love to run because I felt as if I was flying but this all changed two years ago when I suffered a knee injury. I was bedridden for two weeks and I had a
32、difficult time moving even short distances. I literally cried myself on my way to the car for a few days.When therapy wasnt working well for me, I signed up for a hot yoga class for girls, Bikram Yoga to be exact. Starting a yoga practice was truly a godsend because it helped me gain strength in my
33、knees but, most importantly, yoga helped me attain a more peaceful state of mind, body and spirit.Since each class was heated to 105F, every time I stepped foot in the yoga studio, Id feel a surge (涌起) of negative thoughts come upon me like a big ocean wave. Some of these thoughts were, in the begin
34、ning of my practice, so strong that I walked out of the class several times. However, as the months passed by, I noticed that when I didnt get swayed away by my negative thoughts, I could stay in the hot room for longer.After 3-4 months of practicing hot yoga, my arms and legs were beginning to get
35、definition. I also woke up with so much more energy than I had before starting my yoga practice and I gradually started shedding the pounds from my body. Yoga literally made me feel as if Id taken a shot of energy drink and just gave me that burst that helped my knees heal and made my overall health
36、 better.As I saw some of my classmates do poses that looked appealing to me, I started to think maybe I could do them too. Therefore, yoga helped show me that I have no real limitations physically unless I set those limitations myself through eating junk and thinking in negative limiting terms.Also,
37、 practicing yoga in front of a mirror helped me connect with myself and practicing with a group of people really helped me to feel a greater sense of connection with humanity whereas before I didnt. Overall, this yoga practice has helped me to see Im part of a bigger picture in life!41. What once de
38、pressed the author terribly?A. Her inability to walk.B. Her being uncoordinated.C. Her failure to find her car.D. Her serious physical disease.42. What was the effect of yoga classes on the authors mind?A. She got emotionally smarter.B. She felt limited but hopeful.C. She became mentally stronger.D.
39、 She accepted herself as she was.43. What difficulty did the author meet while attending each yoga class?A. The temperature was difficult to control in yoga class.B. She couldnt bear the pain the knee injury brought.C. She was greatly influenced by negative thoughts.D. Lack of confidence prevented t
40、he author doing yoga.44. What can we learn about the author from paragraph 4?A. She did better than her classmates at school.B. Her physical state has acquired a new outlook.C. She has developed many healthy eating habits.D. Her social circle was widened in the yoga classes.45. What is the authors p
41、urpose in writing the passage?A. To call on readers to sign up for yoga courses.B. To present the benefits of practicing yoga regularly.C. To show readers the necessary skills needed to do yoga.D. To share with readers her experience in taking yoga classes.CLike many people, in terms of socializing,
42、 I prioritize making time for my closest friends and family. When it comes to reaching out to people I dont know as well I often find myself reluctant to engage. This could be a big mistake, though, according to a new study. Having different types of social interactions seems to be central to our ha
43、ppiness something many of us may think little of.In a series of surveys, researchers looked at how having a socially diverse network related to peoples well-being. In one survey, 578 Americans reported on what activities they had been engaged in, with whom and for how long over the past 24 hours, wh
44、ile also saying how happy with life they were. The researchers found that people with more diverse social networks were happier and more satisfied with life than those with less diverse networks regardless of how much time they had spent socializing overall.“The more you can broaden your social circ
45、le and reach out to people you talk to less frequently like an acquaintance, a friend, a coworker, or even a stranger the more it could have positive benefits for your well-being,” said the lead researcher Hanne Collins of Harvard Business School.To further test this idea, she and her colleagues loo
46、ked at large data sets from the American Time Use Survey and the World Health Organizations Study on Global Aging and Adult Health. In both cases, they found that when people had a broader range of social interactions, they experienced greater happiness and well-being.Then Collins and her colleagues
47、 did another analysis, using data from a mobile app that 21,644 French-speaking people used to report on their daily social activities and happiness. There, they found that when someone experienced greater-than-average social diversity one week, they were happier that week and the week after.Why is that? It could be that being with different people contributes to different kinds of emotions, which may be a driving force in our happiness, says Collins. Altern