1、四川省达州市普通高中2021届第二次诊断性测试英语试题学校:_姓名：_班级：_考号：_一、阅读理解Where to Shop in LondonJames Smith & SonsHave you ever seen a nobleman with a fine walking stick or a fashionable woman with an umbrella thats definitely not one of those five-dollar bargains from New York City street? Well； you could be that person t
2、oo. But you have to go to Jame Smith & Sons. They specialize in all kinds of high-quality walking sticks and umbrellas.Harvie & HudsonUK and Italy are two leading countries when it comes to clothing for men. And you know that itll cost you your wages of several months to buy a suit of clothes there.
3、 But Harvie & Hudson is fairly accessible, especially for the kind of quality you get. A worthy alternative! You cant go wrong with two sport jackets for around 200. Thats a good deal.HatchardsHatchards in Piccadilly, which opened in 1797, can claim to be the oldest bookstore in the UK with around 1
4、00,000 books, and has a special section for signed first editions, and childrens books. Beyond that, it offers personalized book subscription services for a very reasonable sum youll just need to pay additional postage for shipment to America.The Whisky ExchangeFor those who love whisky and brandy,
5、this is the best choice, since ifs one of the citys important liquor stores. Its possible to order bottles to be shipped to America. Youre bound to find something youll never see at home. Ifs like the Willy Wonka factory for Scotch drinkers and collectors.1Which of the following are provided in Jame
6、s Smith & Sons?ABargains.BCheap umbrellas.CFashionable clothes.DExcellent walking sticks.2What does the author think about the clothing in Harvie & Hudson?AHard to choose.BGood and cheap.CDesigned for businessmen.DCovering all modem kinds.3Who are the target readers of the text?AThe natives.BBritish
7、 visitors.CForeign students.DAmerican travelers.If youre feeling hungry, whats the easiest way to satisfy your Hunger? Many of Us will reach for a takeaway menu and order some delicious-but possibly unhealthy -food. And our increasingly hectic lives add to our need to buy ready-made food because we
8、always have no time or energy to cook on our own.Eating options are endless, and new technology means we can feed our desire at the push of a button. Takeaway delivery apps make ordering food quick and convenient. Its estimated that in the UK alone, people eat three million takeaway meals a day, and
9、 the three biggest delivery apps together offer a choice of 100 foods from 60,000 restaurants. Amelia Brophy, head of UK Data Products at YouGov, told the BBC that its research suggests that the frequency of takeaways ordered is expected to increase in the future.Its no wonder we are tempted to skip
10、 the grocery shopping, bypass the kitchen, and tuck into something that someone else has prepared. But ordering a pizza, a spicy curry or a box of noodles, can come at a price both financially and to our health. Eating too much processed and unhealthy fast food has some effect on obesity and the ris
11、k of developing certain diseases. A few years ago, the BBC Good Food Nation Survey found most people eating fast food on average two days per week gradually putting on weight.Of course, reducing salt, sugar and fat is one way to make takeaway food healthier, as well as offering smaller portion sizes
12、. But the best advice for you is to find a recipe book and try making your own nutritious meals. And if you havent got time, try ordering a healthier alternative from the menu.4What does the underlined word “hectic” in Paragraph 1 probably mean?AAbnormal.BBusy.CIrregular.DSocial.5What has made takea
13、way foods even more popular nowadays?AThe various food.BTheir delicious taste.CTheir relatively low price.DThe advanced technology.6What can we infer from Paragraph 3?ATakeaway foods may do harm to health.BTakeaway foods make people light-hearted.CPizza and noodles are the most popular takeaway food
14、s.DThe UK has the largest number of people ordering takeaway foods.7What is the authors purpose of writing the last paragraph?ATo give readers some suggestions.BTo offer readers an alternative menu.CTo find the reason for ordering takeaway foods.DTo choose the best way of making nutritious meals.The
15、 phrase “Keeping up with the Joneses has been an American saying for decades, likely coming from a picture book, which describes a family in a constant straggle to achieve the social status of their neighbors, the Joneses. While the picture book is long gone, the saying remains and the phenomenon st
16、ill exists.The Joneses are everywhere, living a successful and wealthy life. Their skin is beautiful, their body is perfect, and they have much money. They have the good house, pets, smart children and they seem never to struggle. For people, the Joneses take the form of a particular family and they
17、 regard the Joneses as a description of perfection.We tell ourselves constantly if we could become someone just like our neighbors, we would be happy. However, as we compare ourselves with others, we notice the deep pain that these comparisons bring about. Well then, what do we do about the Joneses?
18、 We should remind ourselves nobody is perfect and perfection is an illusion. So we should train our brains to question or change the distorted (歪曲的) ways of thinking, and see the big picture.While the methods above do help us see others more clearly, the methods alone wont solve the problem. Moving
19、away from comparison means turning inward to address our insecurities and inviting more mercy. From there, we can honestly begin to notice what we want for ourselves and work to reach those goals. That, finally, is the road to a peaceful mind.As we move away from the comparative model of judging wor
20、th and stop seeing others, success as a treat, we can even feel glad that the Joneses have meaningful careers. We can hope their marriage is happy, their bank account is full, and that their children are successful. We can hope good things happen to the Joneses.8What does Paragraph 2 mainly talk abo
21、ut?AHow the Joneses live.BWhat your neighbors have.CWhy the Joneses are perfect.DHow your neighbors affect you.9Which is the eventual benefit of giving up comparison?ABeing grateful to life.BUnderstanding others.CGaining peace of mind.DBeing close to perfection.10What does the author advise us to do
22、?AFollow our neighbors.BAvoid perfect people.CShow our love to other people.DTreat others with a normal attitude.11What can be a suitable title for the text?AHow Do We Become Perfect?BShould We Keep up with the Joneses?CHow Should We Get on with Neighbors?DDoes the Phenomenon of Comparison Exist?Sci
23、entists have shown a new printing process that can turn just about any piece of paper into a waterproof keyboard that you can fold up and put in your pocket.The technique uses a special coating thats repellent (排斥的) to liquids and dust, which allows multiple circuit (电路) layers to be printed on top
24、of the paper without any dirt between the layers. On the other side of the paper, standard ink printing can then be used to point out where the buttons are, and what they represent. These layers can be printed in any design you want. Whats more, no batteries are required to operate the finished keyb
25、oard. Its able to be fully powered from the touch of the operator and the mechanical energy thats produced.This is the first time a self-powered paper-based electronic device has been shown, says engineer Ramses Martinez, from Purdue University. When the primed parts of the paper get pressed, theyre
26、 able to send signals over Bluetooth to another devicea laptop, for example. Youve then got a lightweight, foldable keyboard that can be taken anywhere and easily wiped clean when needed.The technology is great. Its good for the environment because the paper can be simply recycled again. These paper
27、 devices are cheap to produce as well - less than $0.25 each, according to the researchers. Potential uses include smart packaging, or where temporary input devices are required.I expect this technology to help the user interact with food packagingchecking whether the food is safe to be consumed, or
28、 allowing users to sign the package that arrives at home by dragging their fingers over the box to properly identify themselves as the owner of the package, says Martinez. Additionally, our group showed that simple paper sheets from a notebook can be transformed into music player interfaces (界面) for
29、 users to choose songs and play them.12What can we learn about the keyboard according to the text?AIt consists of several layers of paper.BIts printed on both sides of the paper.CIts smaller than an ordinary keyboard.DIt has its buttons hidden behind the layers.13How is the keyboard connected to oth
30、er devices?ABy giving signals via Bluetooth.BBy being attached to other devices.CBy getting any part of the paper pressed.DBy using the power produced by other devices.14Which words best describe the keyboard?APortable and beautiful.BConvenient and fashionable.CEco-friendly and economical.DHigh-powe
31、red and permanent.15What do Martinezs words in the last paragraph imply?AThe technology makes food packaging easy.BThe technology has been used in food industry.CThe technology can be employed in more fields.DThe technology will improve the quality of food.二、七选五Parties to celebrate special events, a
32、chievements, and holidays are the perfect time for hosts to exercise their roles. _16_ But for some people, invitations to events that center around food lead to fear and anxiety._17_ And many sweet treats and salty snacks attract us because of the chemical additives and mixtures that perfect the ma
33、terial and taste of foods. Still, most party foods include large amounts of unhealthy fats. Fat itself should be part of a healthy diet. But the highly processed types of them can break down our health.By now, you are probably wondering what healthy food choices should be offered at our get-together
34、s. _18_ Vegetable salads can also be a relief to those seeking healthier choices, but it is best to leave off the dressing and provide a variety of dressing choices, including plain olive oil and Italy vinegar.The nature of the party can often determine the cuisine, but nearly any common party dish
35、can be recreated with healthier ingredients (食材). Its best to use whole grains when possible. _19_And finally, be sure to let your health-conscious guests know that there are some food choices by reminding them on the invitation. _20_ If you make a homemade treat or dish, supplying a note card with
36、the ingredients is appreciated by those attempting to avoid specific ingredients. At your next party, try this recipe for healthier, black bean brownies. Not only are these allergy-friendly, but they offer a lot of health benefits for everyone.AAll children like cookies, cakes and ice cream.BGeneral
37、ly, food and fellowship is a perfect marriage.CMost traditional party foods contain large amounts of sugar.DThis may make the difference between an acceptance or a refusal.ERather than party candy, offer small bowls of dry-roasted or raw nuts.FUse coconut oil in place of butter, or honey instead of
38、sugar to sweeten treats.GUsually fresh vegetables and fruit can ensure everyone to participate comfortably.三、完形填空Joella and Joanna are 20-year-old twins. On April 6, Joella _21_ ,on Facebook that Joanna was suffering Leukemia, a type of cancer that _22_ the blood and bone marrow （髓）. And she _23_ sh
39、aved her head alongside her twin sister in a moving video, which has since gone viral._24_ COVID-19 lockdown （封城）, Joanna was forced to begin her chemotherapy treatments alone in the hospital. Without her family there to _25_ her hand and wipe her tears when she needs it, Joella said in the _26_ . “
40、The only contact we had with her was through video calls and messages, Joella shared. It is a(n） _27_ time for my family but especially for my _28_ When Joanna made the difficult decision to shave her head to make her _29_ easier, Joella _30_ her sister by doing the same. I couldnt let her _31_ it a
41、lone so I decided well do it together just like everything else weve done together in this _32_ Joella explained. I _33_ you so much, my beautiful sister. You are a fighter and well fight this battle together.The _34_ video, which shows the entire family hugging and wiping away each others tears as
42、both sisters have their heads shaved, has been _35_ by 11 million times, plus more than 140.000 _36_ from well-wishers around the globe. Your sister is strong and beautiful, said one _37_ . “She will fight this and win.Joella later _38_ a photo of the two sisters smiling, looking _39_ with their new
43、ly shaven heads. My first best friend, she _40_ the picture. By your side through it all.21AlandedBfoundCannouncedDfocused22AabsorbsBaffectsCcleansDthickens23AregretfullyBpainfullyChesitantlyDbravely24ADuc toBAccording toCRegardless ofDRather than25AliftBgiveCshakeDhold26AletterBvideoCinterviewDhosp
44、ital27AspecialBhardCimportantDhappy28Ahead .BhairCsisterDmother29AtreatmentsBachievementsCfeelingsDmovements30AcalledBsupportedCpromisedDaccompanied31Ago through withBcome up withCget down toDgo in for32AcaseBaspectClifeDcampaign33AloveBenvyCpityDappreciate34AamusingBexcitingCamazingDtouching35Anoti
45、cedBansweredCcollectedDviewed36AvisitsBsuggestionsCpresentsDcomments37AuserBcustomerCpatientDdoctor38AsentBtookCsharedDcompared39AnervousBhappyCshyDembarrassed40AsignedBmentionedCcaptionedDdescribed四、用单词的适当形式完成短文阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。During festive occasions we often see a “lion” _41_(craz
46、y) shake its head, twist ears and scratch cheeks, accompanied with the sounds of gongs (锣) as well as drum beats. This traditional lion dance, _42_ (list) as a national intangible culture heritage in 2016, dates from the Three Kingdoms period (220-280). Its been one of the _43_ (well) known among so
47、 many arts.Breathtaking though, this challenging art can never _44_ (perform) easily. Dancing on poles shows far more than just caution and _45_ (brave). Therere 21 poles between 1.2 m and 2.5 m high, with up to 1.8 m in between. Any single false step leads to these dancers falling to the ground below. _46_they don
