1、广东省珠海市2021届高三下学期第二次学生学业质量监测 （5月）英语试题学校:_姓名：_班级：_考号：_一、阅读理解Is your teen bored after school? Perhaps its time to consider signing up for an activity. Here are some for young teenagers to participate in after school. MUSIC AND ARTSFor your child, growing into a young adult may be all about changes. The
2、y may start to feel awkward while expressing new tastes and styles. Luckily, music and arts offer great outlets to help channel their energy and frustrations in a creative method. Not to mention, they both strengthen creative thinking and math skills which can help build on all their subjects. SPORT
3、SParticipating in sports is much more than just losing weight. For most teens, there are plenty of sports-based activities for boys and girls after school. With sports programs, there are plenty of chances for teens to work together while building strength and leadership skills in co-operation. If y
4、our teenagers school doesnt offer school clubs, you can always try the local parks and recreation department activities. TUTOR OR OTHER AFTER-SCHOOL JOBSWhats better than learning in school? Helping other students learn. If your kid has a good command of certain school subjects, it may be a great ch
5、oice for them to help tutor younger students in their off time, getting some income. If tutoring is not your childs strong suit, consider helping them apply for an after-school job. These jobs help teens learn real world skills and they look great on college applications. VOLUNTEER WORKVolunteer wor
6、k is constantly on the rise with plenty of chances for your teen to get involved. Working on volunteer projects will not only give your child a positive sense of accomplishment but also provide beneficial experiences for your kids college application to help the approval process. From packing food a
7、t the local food storage to walking animals at a local animal center, there are always chances, no matter what your childs interests are. Check with your local town hall for more chances for your teen to participate in.1What is special about “music and arts”?AThey make teens start to feel awkward.BT
8、hey have nothing to do with creativity.CThey require participants to be energetic.DThey improve teens math performance.2Sports can benefit teenagers in _.Againing more confidenceBstrengthening tutoring skillsCworking together betterDbecoming a bossy leader3What do the last two activities have in com
9、mon?AThey involve helping younger students.BThey give teens a sense of achievement.CThey help teens earn some pocket money.DThey help teens with their college admission.During the day, this 20-year-old man from Birmingham, England, who wishes to remain anonymous (匿名的), is a waiter. But by night, he
10、is a real-life superhero, doing heroic things, like feeding the homeless. Wearing a Spider-Man suit to anonymously deliver sandwiches to those in need, he is well-known as the Birmingham SpiderMan, and hopes that his work will show others that everyone deserves a helping hand-no matter their situati
11、on. The young man began doing charitable work years ago, but started his nighttime routine about 3 months ago. At about 9 p. m. every evening, he purchases sandwiches with his own money and then walks-like a comic book hero-to an alley where he can quietly slip into his “uniform.” He then continues
12、to walk 6 streets handing out sandwiches to the hungry and homeless. While wearing a superhero costume might just seem like a “fun” idea, he says that it actually draws attention to the cause. “Before when I was handing out food, no one would take a second look,” he said. “But when they see SpiderMa
13、n handing out the food they come over and ask what Im doing and are really interested. Most importantly they become inspired to get involved themselves and start to do the charitable work.”The anonymous mans deeds have already gained support from around the Birmingham community, inspiring some of it
14、s members to offer money. But the do-gooder does not accept cash donations-instead he urges them to get out and get involved as well. He is certainly an inspiring example of how one can “Be the Change” they wish to see in the world.4Which is true about this young man?AHe is well-known for being a wa
15、iter.BHe plays the role of Spider-Man for a show.CHe devotes himself to helping needy people.DHe makes a living by delivering sandwiches.5How is paragraph 2 developed?ABy comparison.BBy offering data.CBy giving examples.DBy giving descriptions.6Why is this young man dressed as a SpiderMan?ATo look l
16、ike a real-life superhero.BTo entertain the homeless people.CTo attract peoples attention to charity.DTo get himself involved in charitable work.7Which words can best describe this young man?AGreedy and funny.BCaring and selfless.CDevoted and wealthy.DPositive and objective.CHICAGO, Illinois - Stude
17、nts shouted, hugged and cried tears of joy recently as they played with certified therapy dogs (获得认证的治疗犬) at Lane Tech College Prep, an activity designed as a break from the demands of preparing for final exams. This is the second year the dogs and volunteers have been brought into the school from C
18、hicago-based Canine Therapy Corps to provide much-needed relief for stressed or anxious kids. “Its stressful around finals time,” Assistant Principal Sarah Hanly said, adding that this week students are turning in final projects, reviewing and studying for next weeks exams. It seemed to do the trick
19、. Shouts and cheers went up from a group of students as they met Waffles, an 85-pound dog, and rushed to put their hands on his fur. Junior Sophie Cohen sat next to Waffles, petting him and chatting with her friends and Waffles owner. She said she had just been talking to her friend about how stress
20、ed out she was over finals. “Just the idea of having a dog in school is good because the school environment is just about stress,” she said. “And then here is this dog. You get a break.”Monica Synecky, Waffles owner and a volunteer with Canine Therapy Corps, said she often takes her dog to visit hig
21、h school students around finals time. “This age group benefits really well from just the presence of Waffles or other certified therapy dogs,” she said. Therapy dogs must be properly trained and pass a test before they become certified, said Ann Davidson, operations manager at Canine Therapy Corps.
22、“Taking breaks is one of several tools students can use to manage stress or anxiety,” said Jacqueline Rhew, a registered clinical professional consultant. Rhew also said, “Trained dogs help students put academic stress into perspective.” When students dont properly manage stress, it can turn into tr
23、oubling anxiety. Juniors Jennifer Giraldo and Anastasia Ramirez hugged and laughed as they took turns with their classmates, giving Luna, a Portuguese water dog, commands to sit, lie down and roll over. “I was stressing all third and fourth periods, and then people were talking about the dogs,” said
24、 Ramirez, who decided to wait in line with Giraldo to see the dogs herself. “Now I feel better.”8How did the students feel when they met the dogs?ACalm.BSad.CExcitedDTired9What do we know about Monica Synecky?AShe suffered great pressure in school.BShe was glad that Waffles could help.CShe was a reg
25、istered clinical consultant.DShe founded Canine Therapy Corps.10What might Rhew agree on?AIndoor cats can greatly reduce students stress.BStudents stress is gradually disappearing.CStudents can handle stress with different tools.DDogs help students shoulder responsibility.11Whats the main idea of th
26、e passage?ATherapy dogs ease students stress before exams.BTherapy dogs improve students mental health.CTherapy dogs prepare students for challenges.DTherapy dogs work as volunteers in school.Does reading depressing information online get you down? Put the phone away for an hour. Or, better yet, mak
27、e it 24 hours-you might just get $2, 400 out of it. RVW, a company that tests home services and products, is holding a 24-hour digital detox (脱瘾) challenge. Theyll pay their chosen challengers, who are “definitely into tech”, over 2000 to survive a whole day without screens. The challenge is not as
28、easy as it sounds. Those selected for the challenge will not only have to swear off their phones for the day, but television, gaming, computers, smart watches and smart home devices are also off-limits. However, the company clarifies, microwaves are still okay. The challengers will receive safes to
29、store their electronics in for the 24 hours, along with a $200 supermarket gift card to purchase a tech-free “survival kit,” the company wrote. Some survival kit suggestions from the company include a typewriter to replace computers, writing paper to replace texts, and paints and brushes to replace
30、the fine art of the selfie. Challengers will have to review the survival kit and give feedback (反馈) on the experience after completing the challenge. Screen time is a growing health risk. The companys challenge comes at a time when “screen time” has taken on new meaning. Nowadays, many people are fo
31、rced to work remotely and students to study online, making screens more of a necessity than ever before. According to a 2019 report, US teens were spending an average of more than seven hours per day on screen media for entertainment alone. “We have a feeling someone out there needs a break,” the co
32、mpany wrote. To apply, the company requests a bit of personal information and a 100-word question about why youre right for the challenge. Applications will be open until June 26 and winners will be announced on the companys website on June 29.12According to the company, who will be chosen as the id
33、eal challenger?AThomas, who is an expert in home services.BJulie, who is a fan of printed newspaper.CJackson, who is heavily in debt.DAntonia, who is addicted to online games.13The underlined words “off-limits” can be replaced by _.AbrokenBforbiddenClimitlessDuseless14What can be inferred about the
34、survival kit?AIt is one of the companys products.BIt doesnt involve electronics.CIt is specially designed for artists.DIt is used to review the experience.15Why did the company hold the challenge?ATo advocate spending less time on screens.BTo pay people to work or study offline forever.CTo make peop
35、le realize the necessity of screens.DTo draw peoples attention to health risks.二、七选五Does the topic of saving money make you feel a little guilty? You have good intentions when it comes to saving money, but something always comes up. _16_ But in reality, youll only start saving money when you learn h
36、ealthy money habits. There are plenty of practical ways to save money and breathe some fresh air into your budget. Say goodbye to debt. Debt robs you of your pocket money! So, its about time you get rid of that debt. _17_. This is where you pay off your debts in order from smallest to largest. Once
37、your income is freed up, you can finally use it to make progress toward your savings goals. Ask about discounts. You never know until you ask-and you should always ask. Next time youre getting tickets at a movie theater, museum or sporting event, check to see if they have any special discounts for s
38、tudents. DIY everything!_18_ Usually, the cost of materials and a simple search will save you a ton of money on your latest home project. When you need to do some DIY work, borrow what you need from your friends instead of going out and buying it. _19_Ouch. This one is painfulwe get it! But instead
39、of spending $5 on your daily latte, you can save money by just making your coffee at home. Listen, were not saying you should only drink instant coffee. But even purchasing a bag of local coffee beans from your neighborhood coffee shop and making it at home will save you a lot of money in the long r
40、un. Remember: It really doesnt matter how much money you make. _20_ASkip the coffee shop.BMake your drinks at home.CWhy not save time by buying new things, instead of DIY one?DWhat matters is how you spend and save the money you make.EBefore you pay for a new thing, think about doing it yourself!FTh
41、e fastest way to pay off debt is with the debt snowball method.GThe school requires new textbooks, or your friends birthday is coming.三、完形填空Few know the financial barriers to obtaining degrees better than Calvin Tyler, who _21_ his own college dreams six decades ago when education fee became too _22
42、_.In 1961, Tyler registered as a student of business administration at a college. When his funds _23_ in 1963, a year before graduation, he took a job as a driver. Tylers lack of a college diploma might have been considered a setback by some, but it didnt _24_ this driver with a true drive from stea
43、dily rising in the ranks. By the time he _25_ in 1998, Tyler was Senior Vice President of his company. Tylers hard work and _26_ paid off, but he knew that in the business world, his story was a (n) _27_ rather than the rule. So, in 2002, he _28_ the Calvin Tyler Scholarship Fund at the college he o
44、nce attended. By offering full scholarships to select students in need, he hoped to _29_ them to a place where theyd be able to gain a first foothold on the business ladder. How far they _30_ would be up to them. In 2016, Tyler raised the bar, providing the fund with $5 million. Earlier this year, h
45、e _31_ his own record, promising to donate $20 million to the scholarship. Tyler explained, “I want to have more scholarships offered to _32_ people so that, unlike those who struggle to repay the loans, they can graduate from college and enter the next stage of their life _33_.”Calvin Tyler might n
46、ot have a college diploma to _34_ on his wall, but hes earned an advanced _35_ in paying it forward many times over-and thats one course of study all of us can learn from.21AassessedBachievedCabandonedDadjusted22AstrictBsmallCsimpleDsteep23Adried upBturned upCwent upDgave up24AprovideBhelpCstopDban2
47、5AretiredBdiedCagedDreturned26AintelligenceBdeterminationCkindnessDhonesty27AexampleBtruthCexceptionDend28AexpectedBestablishedCevaluatedDentered29AdragBurgeCforceDpush30AclimbedBtravelledCwalkedDmarched31AkeptBbrokeCheldDselected32AyoungBindependentCcautiousDbrave33Acare-freeBpain-freeCrisk-freeDdebt-free34AreflectBdrawCprojectDhang35AcourseBtechnologyCdegreeDmoney四、用单词的适当形式完成短文阅读下面材料, 用不多于1个单词的正确形式填空或用所给单词的正确形式填空。Sanxingdui (三星堆) is belie
