1、第 1 页（共 25 页）湖南省湘潭市 2019 届高三下学期第二次模拟考试英语试题考生注意：1. 本试卷 150 分，考试时间 120 分钟。2. 请将各题答案填在答题卡上。3. 本试卷主要考试内容：高考全部内容。第一部分 听力（共两节，满分 30 分）做题时先将答案标在试卷上，录音内容结束后你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。第一节（共 5 小题；每小题 1.5 分满分 7.5 分）听下面 5 段对话，每段对话后有一个小题从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最佳选项。听完每段对话后你都有 10 秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。例：How much
2、is the shirt?A.19.15 B.9.18 C.9.15.答案是 C。1. What instrument is the woman best at playing?A. Erhu. B. Violin. C. Piano.2. What is the possible relationship between the speakers?A. Classmates. B Strangers. C. Workmates.3. What is the man doing?A. Buying a book. B. Chatting with a friend. C. Asking the
3、 way.4. Why is the woman late for her class again?A. She has to prepare the supper.B. She has to do her homework.C. She has to meet some friends.5. What are the speakers going to do?A. Go skiing. B. Go to school. C. Clean the snow.第二节（共 15 小题；每小题 1.5 分满分 22.5 分）听下面 5 段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、
4、C 三个选第 2 页（共 25 页）项中选出最佳选项听每段对话或独白前你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题 5 秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出 5 秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第 6 段材料，回答第 6、7 题6. What will the man do next month?A. Have midterm exams.B. Go to swim with his friends.C. Borrow some books from the library.7. Where will the speakers meet after class?A. In the gymnasium. B.
5、In front of the library. C. In front of the classroom.听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题8. What is the woman doing?A. Sending an email to her friends.B. Editing a few words on her laptop.C. Writing her blog on her smart phone.9. In what situation does the woman usually blog?A. Being on a business trip.B. Publishing
6、 some photos.C. Leaving her laptop at home.听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。10. What are the speakers mainly talking about?A. A typhoon. B. An earthquake. C. A traffic accident.11. Why do earthquakes happen frequently in China?A. China has a long history.B. China is located on the Eurasia plate.C. China is on
7、e of the biggest countries.12. Where did the 8.0 magnitude earthquake take place?A. In Wenchuan. B. In Tangshan. C. In Gansu.听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。13. Why does the man look pale?A. Because he ill.第 3 页（共 25 页）B. Because he stayed up late.C. Because he seldom goes out.14. How does the man feel about
8、 his Chinese learning?A. Satisfied. B. Amazed. C. Disappointed.15. How does the woman study Chinese?A. By writing.B. By learning Chinese songs.C. By reciting Chinese poems.16. What will the man take in case of running into new characters?A. A textbook. B. A dictionary. C. A magazine.听第 10 段材料，回答第 17
9、 至 20 题。17. What is the first step to be be popular?A. To stay in good shape.B. To wear suitable clothes.C To improve our appearance.18. What is the most important step according to the speaker?A. To be a good listener. B. To consider others more. C. To be real.19. How can we get others respect?A Ge
10、t high scores in study. B. Be sincere to others. C. Do something ourselves20. Whats the purpose of the speech?A. To give tips on how to be popular.B. To encourage people to improve appearance.C. To explain why people like to be popular.第二部分 阅读理解（共两节满分 40 分）第一节（共 15 小题；每小题 2 分，满分 30 分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的 A
11、、B、C 和 D 四个选项中选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AWant a wonderful travel in London? Dont miss the following!Cartoon Museum第 4 页（共 25 页）This highly entertaining London tourist attraction covers the history and development of British cartoons from the 18th century to the present day. You can find a detailed collecti
12、on of all types of cartoons in this museum including caricatures (讽刺漫画) and rare examples of cartoon art: its an ideal place to entertain kids of all ages as well as a serious collection for animation enthusiasts.There are over nine hundred pieces on exhibit and the museum regularly holds events whe
13、re both children and adults can participate. Booking for these events is recommended due to the popularity year round of this London Museum.Telephone: 020 7580 8155Chislehurst CavesChislehurst in London is home to chalk caves that were mined by hand for over 8,000 years. A tour of these caves is an
14、exciting way to see how British people have impacted on their environment over thousands of years.Telephone: 020 8467 3264The Old Operating Theatre MuseumThe Old Operating Theatre Museum is one London museum offering a fascinating insight into the medical profession of the past. This 300-year old he
15、rb garret (阁楼) is Britains only surviving operating theatre, with a wooden operating table and an observation stand, from which visitors can witness surgery performed.Telephone: 020 7188 2679Curzon Mayfair Cinema MuseumRecently voted one of Londons best cinemas by Time Out readers, the Curzon Mayfai
16、r cinema is everything you would expect from this particular part of town: luxurious (奢华的) and tasteful. Showing mostly art-house and independent films, the Curzon Mayfair is unique in the world of London cinema for its role in screening these films for industry and press.Telephone: 033 3321 01041.
17、What can we learn from the Cartoon Museum?A. It is designed only for kids.B. It is the oldest cartoon museum in Britain.C. Visitors can take part in the activities held in it.第 5 页（共 25 页）D. One must book the museum in advance to visit it.2. Which will you call up if youd like to know surgery of the
18、 past?A. 020 7580 8155. B. 020 7188 2679.C. 033 3321 0104. D. 020 8467 3264.3. Which of the following may attract a nature lover?A. Chislehurst Caves.B. Cartoon Museum.C. Curzon Mayfair Cinema Museum.D. The Old Operating Theatre Museum.【答案】1. C 2. B 3. A【解析】本文是一则广告。文章介绍想在伦敦旅行愉快的游客不能错过的地方。【1 题详解】细节理解
19、题。根据 Cartoon Museum 中-the museum regularly holds events where both children and adults can participate.“博物馆定期举办儿童和成人都能参加的活动。 ”可知，我们能从卡通博物馆了解到游客可以参加在里面举行的活动。故选 C。【2 题详解】细节理解题。根据 The Old Operating Theatre Museum 中-from which visitors can witness surgery performed.可知，如果你想知道过去的外科手术，你会打 020 7188 2679 电话。
20、故选B。【3 题详解】推理判断题。根据 Chislehurst Caves 中 A tour of these caves is an exciting way to see how British people have impacted on their invironment over thousands of years.“参观这些洞穴是一种令人兴奋的方式，可以看到几千年来英国人是如何影响他们的环境的。 ”由此推知，Chislehurst Caves 可能会吸引自然爱好者。故选 A。BViolette Childe, 67, is a dining companion who help
21、s serve patients lunches. The role was introduced ten years ago by a dietitian concerning that some patients were not eating their meals.“Many of our patients are elderly and can be confused by the noisy, busy environment of the 第 6 页（共 25 页）hospital and so wont focus on eating.” explains Yvonne Don
22、glas-Morris, head of volunteering, who oversees the activities of all 528 of the trusty volunteers. “Staff are busy with the clinical side of things, so the dining companions were introduced. They will assist the patients and encourage them to eat.”Violette, a retired library manager, has been helpi
23、ng out for six years. “It makes me feel a bit more complete,” she says simply. “Helping with the meals frees up the nurses to get on with other things. I believe in being a part of the community and this hospital is part of my community.”Another key role is played by the discharge volunteers, who of
24、fer support to the elderly, especially those aged 70 and over-leaving hospital to return to an empty home. The team has a budget of 10 per person and will pop to the shops and buy milk, bread and a meal to tide them over for the first few hours. They then call the patients regularly, for as long as
25、they need, to check how they are getting on and if they need extra support.The volunteers in Kingston work from a dedicated office-a small room in one of the buildings on the hospital grounds, where a Christmas tree decorated with baubles (小饰物) bearing the faces of volunteers sits in the corner. “Al
26、l the volunteers come and gather here, it gets very busy at times,” smiles Nicola Hutin, 67, a discharge support volunteer. A mother of two, and grandmother of four, she was a membership coordinator (协调员 ) for a trade association until she retired, and has since volunteered at the hospital one morni
27、ng a week for 18 months.4. What can we learn about dining companions?A. Their working conditions are noisy.B. They are great assistants for doctors.C. They often make patients more nervous.D. The occupation existed more than ten years ago.5. What does Violette think of her work?A. She finds it tirin
28、g and boring.B. She finds it easy to complete her work.C. She believes it gives her a sense of belonging.D. She believes helping patients with meals is to free up the community.6. What does a discharge volunteer do for the patients?A. Raise money for the elderly.第 7 页（共 25 页）B. Pay a visit to them a
29、t home.C. Buy daily necessities for them.D. Ring to check their health condition.7. Which of the following can best describe the theme of the text?A. It is never too old to learn.B. Many hands make light work.C. Health is better than wealth.D. God helps those who help themselves.【答案】4. A 5. C 6. D 7
30、. B【解析】本文是一篇记叙文。文章通过讲述志愿者的工作，告诉我们的是“人多力量大”。【4 题详解】推理判断题。根据第二段中“Many of our patients are elderly and can be confused by the noisy, busy environment of the hospital and so wont focus on eating.” “我们的许多病人都是老年人，可能会被医院嘈杂繁忙的环境所迷惑，因此不会集中精力吃饭。 ”- so the dining companions were introduced. They will assist th
31、e patients and encourage them to eat.”“ 所以介绍了吃饭的同伴。他们会帮助病人，鼓励他们吃东西。 ”可知，关于用餐同伴，我们能了解到他们的工作环境很嘈杂。故选 A。【5 题详解】推理判断题。根据第三段中 Violette, a retired library manager, has been helping out for six years. “It makes me feel a bit more complete,” Violette 是一名退休的图书馆经理，她已经帮了六年的忙。 “这让我觉得更完整了，- I believe in being a
32、part of the community and this hospital is part of my community. 我相信成为社区的一份子，而这家医院也是我社区的一份子。可知，Violette 觉得她的工作会给她一种归属感。故选 C。【6 题详解】推理判断题。根据第四段中 They then call the patients regularly, for as long as they need, to check how they are getting on and if they need extra support.“然后他们会定期给病人打电话，只要他们需要，检查他们的
33、情况以及是否需要额外的支持。 ”可知，discharge 志愿者为病人打电话来检查他们的健康状况。故选 D。【7 题详解】第 8 页（共 25 页）主旨大意题。根据最后一段中“All the volunteers come and gather here, it gets very busy at times,” smiles Nicola Hutin, 67, a discharge support volunteer. A mother of two, and grandmother of four, she was a membership coordinator (协调员) for a
34、 trade association until she retired, and has since volunteered at the hospital one morning a week for 18 months.“67 岁的 Nicola Hutin 是一名出院支持志愿者，她笑着说:“所有的志愿者都来这里聚集，这里有时很忙。 ”她是两个孩子的母亲，四个孩子的祖母。退休前，她一直是一家行业协会的会员协调员。 ”可知，本文告诉我们的是“人多力量大”。故选 B。CVisual language is a form of communication that uses visual el
35、ements (元素) as opposed to formal written language to convey meaning or an idea, Graphicacy, the ability to communicate visually, is considered as important as literacy and numeracy, the abilities to read and count. Some people are visual thinkers, using that part of the brain that is emotional and c
36、reative to process and give meaning to information. Visual communication can find expression in paintings, drawings, symbols, or simply lines and shapes arranged for a specific effect.Art is an example of visual language. A painting or sculpture can convey ideas or arouse specific kinds of emotional
37、 responses. It may also express ideas about historical events, abstract concepts, or simply be about the way certain shapes or forms “work” together or create a certain effect on the mind. Some researchers believe that different parts of the brain respond in unique ways to colors and shapes.Pictogra
38、ms (象形文字 ) and ideograms (表意文字) are types of visual language. Pictograms are pictures that are similar to what they represent. They are still used today to communicate information. Many people around the world are familiar with the pictograms indicating such things as airports, public facilities, an
39、d non-smoking areas indicated by a cigarette in a circle with a line across it. Ideograms are pictures that represent ideas and can often be understood without the aid of written language. Some scholars track modern alphabets to pictures Letters are actually ancient pictures, and words are a series
40、of pictures. Modern alphabet letters are not only phonetic (语音的 ) symbols but are based on ancient religious images and symbols.Musivisual communication is also a part of visual language. The term refers to music created specifically to improve the visual experience of film. It corresponds to the im
41、ages being seen on 第 9 页（共 25 页）the screen, and the music may arouse a sense of terror, fear, or other emotions. Most movie goers understand the language of musical clues showing that something dramatic or important is about to happen.8. What is visual language according to the text?A. An idea conve
42、yed by artists.B. An ability to read and count.C. A system used to arouse emotions.D. A way of processing and expressing information.9. What may be the origin of the modern alphabet letters?A. Public facilities. B. Imaginary lines.C. Religious images. D. Living conditions.10. What can we learn about
43、 the music of a film from the last paragraph?A. It can help predict the plot.B. A visual thinker can make it better.C. It often changes without the audiences notice,D. It makes the film more emotional and complex.11. What can be the best title of the text?A. How does Visual Language Affect Life?B. H
44、ow can We Learn Visual Language?C. What Is the Origin of Language?D. What Is Visual Language?【答案】8. D 9. C 10. A 11. D【解析】【分析】本文是一篇说明文。文章叙述的是“什么是视觉语言?”【8 题详解】D细节理解题。根据第一段中 Visual language is a form of communication that uses visual elements (元素) as opposed to formal written language to convey meanin
45、g or an idea, Graphicacy, the ability to communicate visually, is considered as important as literacy and numeracy, the 第 10 页（共 25 页）abilities to read and count.“视觉语言是一种交流形式，它使用视觉元素而不是正式的书面语言来传达意思或思想，图形的复杂性，即视觉交流的能力，被认为与读写和算术能力，阅读和计数能力一样重要。 ”可知，视觉语言是一种处理和表达信息的方法。故选 D。【9 题详解】C细节理解题。根据第三段最后一句 Modern
46、alphabet letters are not only phonetic (语音的) symbols but are based on ancient religious images and symbols.“现代字母表字母不仅是语音符号，而且是以古代宗教图像和符号为基础的。 ”可知，现代字母表字母的起源可能是“宗教图像。 ”故选 C。【10 题详解】A推理判断题。根据最后一段最后一句 Most movie goers understand the language of musical clues showing that something dramatic or important
47、 is about to happen.“大多数电影观众都能理解音乐线索的语言，这些线索表明一些戏剧性的或重要的事情即将发生。 ” 可知，从最后一段中关于电影音乐的知识我们了解到“它可以帮助预测情节。 ”故选 A。【11 题详解】D主旨大意题。根据第一段中 Visual language is a form of communication that uses visual elements (元素) as opposed to formal written language to convey meaning or an idea, Graphicacy, the ability to co
48、mmunicate visually, is considered as important as literacy and numeracy, the abilities to read and count.“视觉语言是一种交流形式，它使用视觉元素而不是正式的书面语言来传达意思或思想，图形的复杂性，即视觉交流的能力，被认为与读写和算术能力，阅读和计数能力一样重要。 ”可知本文最佳主题是 D 项 What Is Visual Language?“什么是视觉语言?”故选 D。【点睛】事实询问题，这类试题通常以疑问词 what/who/when/where/why/how 引起的特殊问句，就文章中
49、某一词语、某一句子、某一段落或某一具体细节和事实进行提问。解答此类试题首先要弄清题目和每一个选项的含义，然后按题目要求寻找与之相关的细节，正确估计答案来源。同时要注意题目和文章中的暗示作用，特别注意辨别各种信息，确认各种信息。本题第 2 小题，根据第三段最后一句 Modern alphabet letters are not only phonetic (语音的) symbols but are based on ancient religious images and symbols.“现代字母表字母不仅是第 11 页（共 25 页）语音符号，而且是以古代宗教图像和符号为基础的。 ”可知，现代字母表字母的起源可能是“宗教图像。 ”故选 C。DHotshot jet pilots are no match for cliff swallows. The birds rocket over bridges and skim over lakes, rushing forward at accelerations that wo