1、2022届陕西省商洛市第二次高考模拟检测试卷英语试题学校:_姓名：_班级：_考号：_一、阅读理解According to some recent research findings, 21% of the USA citizens have read at least one book over the past year. Here are some great books they like.La Divina Commedia Dante AlighieriThis book is a narrative poem in Italian, finished in 1321. It is
2、one of the greatest works of classic literature, divided into three sections titled Inferno, Purgatorio and Paradiso. This is a story about Dantes journey toward the light and the Middle Age concept of the after-life. It is an amazing and a true masterpiece worth anybodys time and energy.1984 George
3、 OrwellPublished in 1949, this book serves as a reminder that young generations should not take anything for granted and should question everything. For young people, this is one of those books that demand reflection on the importance of keeping human values and defending individuality and freedom w
4、ithin the system.A Farewell to Arms Ernest HemingwayThis is a touching love story about an American officer and an English nurse during WWI on the Italian front. Published in 1929, this book describes young boys who are marching in the severest weather conditions at war though discouraged and tired,
5、 reflecting the horrors of the war and the young peoples doubts about life.The Phantom of the Opera Gaston LerouxThis famous theatrical novel by the French author Leroux, published in France in 1909, belongs to classic literature. For that reason, it could be a great gift for people who like theater
6、, musicals and opera. The story plot revolves around a young opera singer Christine. She is a daughter of a famous musician who dies and leaves her to grow up in the Paris Opera House.1What do we know about La Divina Commedia?AThe plot of it is flat.BThe hero of it is an Asian.CIt is an account of t
7、he authors life.DIt is a story written in the 13th century.2What do 1984 and A Farewell to Arms have in common?ABoth are set in Italy.BBoth are related to poems.CBoth reflect humans view of freedom in peace.DBoth describe the youths thinking about life.3Which book is related to drama?ALa Divina Comm
8、edia.B1984.CThe Phantom of the Opera.DA Farewell to Arms.I grew up in Algeria and as a female, Ive had to pay an extra price throughout my scientific journey as a result. I knew studying abroad would be key to my success, so I was extremely excited when I won a scholarship to attend a British univer
9、sity for graduate school. But there was one condition: I needed to take an English test. I was fluent in Arabic and French, the languages spoken in Algeria, but I didnt have a solid grasp of English. I learned it hard but didnt score high enough to secure entrance. I had to stay in Algeria to comple
10、te a masters degree instead. But I kept learning English on my own. Two years later, I earned a Ph. Dscholarship to study in Switzerland.Midway through my Ph. D, a professor remarked, “ You are quite productive, but why dont you publish in the regular journals in our field? ” Shocked, I responded, “
11、 What do you mean by regular journals? ” He gave a few examples of all journals dominated by researchers from the Global North. I had been publishing my papers in specialized, low-impact journals. That was counted as a great achievement in my home country, where even professors struggle to get publi
12、shed. Now, I realized that the scientific accomplishments abroad I was proud of were regarded as below average at best. The professors comment heartened me to adjust my research to address issues of broader interest. By the time I graduated, I had started publishing in so-called “ regular ” journals
13、, which helped me land a postdoctoral degree in Canada. I told all this to the members of my lab, adding that they were privileged to grow up speaking English and have access to tremendous expertise and funding. Facing global inequities, Ive started to try using a preprint server to integrate an Eng
14、lish language proofing (校对) system into its platform, which would connect authors who need language help. We can take steps to make the global scientific community more inclusive. And I want to be part of that push for change.4Why was the author unable to go to a British university?AShe didnt learn
15、English.BShe failed the English test.CShe lacked a masters degree.DShe got the lowest entrance score.5What does the author think of the comment of the professor in Switzerland?AInspiring.BHeartless.CRegular.DConfusing.6Whats the aim of the preprint server?ATo establish an English language proofing s
16、ystem.BTo set up a platform where English authors write.CTo make the global community more inclusive.DTo aid those who need help with language.7Which words can best describe the author?AHonest and athletic.BHumble and considerate.CStrong-willed and positive.DEnergetic and sympathetic.In autumn 2021,
17、 as leaders from across the globe gathered on Glasgow to talk about the impact of human-caused climate change, a group of artists, architects and researchers in Australia came a way to document the planet send by storing data in a massive metal stone in Tasmania. Known as Earths Black Box, the proje
18、ct, equal parts art installation and time capsule, aims to document the physical changes caused by global warming and humanitys geopolitical response to them.The installations name is a nod to a common aviation practice. The commercial airplane and private aircraft are equipped with a “black box”, a
19、 mechanism that automatically logs important flight details like altitude, airspeed and equipment functionality. These boxes, which are usually bright orange rather than black, are designed to withstand extreme temperatures as well as immense amounts of force and pressure. They are sometimes the onl
20、y objects that survive a plane crash intact, allowing investigators to reconstruct a timeline of what went wrong in the aftermath.Earths Black Box draws inspiration from these mechanisms. The vault (穹顶) will be made from specially designed, 3-inch-thick reinforced steel, chosen for its resistance to
21、 fire and water damage as well as its toughness and firmness. Along with the University of Tasmania and a collective of artists, an Australian communications firm plans to build the 33-foot-long vault in a remote part of western Tasmania. They chose the location for its relative geological and geopo
22、litical stability. Unlike ar airplanes flight recorder, however, Earths Black Box is not meant to withstand total planetary destruction. If Earth were to somehow explode, for instance, it probably wouldnt survive. Instead, the artists and data scientists behind the project think of it as a way to lo
23、g the progression of Earths current ecological collapse, which is already profoundly changing the environment.“At its core, the box is intended to be a symbol of the disastrous situation we find our-selves in,” says Curtis, an expert on the project. “And more importantly, its intended to hold our le
24、aders to account by being an unmissable structure that reminds them that their actions or inaction will be recorded for generations to come. ”8What is the purpose of Earths Black Box?ATo keep a record.BTo perform monitoring.CTo handle downloads.DTo make predictions.9What does the underlined word int
25、act in paragraph 2 probably mean?ABright and colorful.BInactive and disconnected.CComplete and undamaged.DImportant and multifunctional.10How is the steel used to build the Earths Black Boxs vault?ALeaky, tough and firm.BHot, breakable and explosive.CDamp, physically stable and eco-friendly.DWater-r
26、esistant, heat-resisting and solid.11What is the best title for the text?AGlobal Leaders Are Aiming at Global WarmingBHuman-caused Climate Change Is Having a Big ImpactCEarths Black Box Warns of Its End Due to Climate ChangeDEarths Black Box Can Save Us from Disastrous SituationsA team of researcher
27、s has found how to use math to study paintings to learn more about how the art developed in the western world. In their paper published in Proceeding of the National Academy of Sciences, the group describes how they scanned thousands of paintings and then used mathematical algorithms (算法) to find co
28、mmonalities between them over time.Beauty, as the saying goes, is in the eye of the beholder and so it is also with art. Two people looking at the same painting can walk away with vastly different impressions. The study of art history can serve as a channel casting light on societal trends over time
29、. The re-searchers further note that to date, most studies of art history have been qualitatively (定性地) based, which has led to the results with prejudice, To overcome it, the researchers with this new effort look to math to see if it might be useful in uncovering features of paintings that have bee
30、n overlooked by human scholars.The work involved digitally scanning 14, 912 paintings all of which ( except for two ) were painted by Western artists. The data for each of the paintings was then sent through a mathematical algorithm that drew partitions on the digital images based on contrasting col
31、ors. The researchers ran the algorithm on each painting multiple times, each time creating more sections to study. For example, the first run of the algorithm might have simply created two sections on a painting everything on land and everything in the sky. The second might have split the land into
32、buildings in one section and farmland in another.The researchers then ran other algorithms designed to look for patterns between the paintings. Doing so allowed them to see trends like painting styles that predominated during certain eras and long-term trends, such as the placement of the horizon (地
33、平线). The researchers found that over the past several hundred years, painters have been placing it increasingly higher. In the 17th century, the separation between Earth and sky dominated landscapes those done in more modern times, in sharp contrast, have the horizon very near the top of the paintin
34、g.12Which of the following is the finding of the researchers?AA way to research paintings.BThe development of western art.CThe similarities between art and math.DA scientific paper on painting and math.13What did the researchers expect to do with math?ADeepen the impression of paintings.BUncover the
35、 features of human scholars.CMake a more objective study of paintings.DInterpret the results of painting qualitatively.14How were the algorithms carried out?ABy observing buildings and farmland.BBy linking land paintings with sky paintings.CBy analyzing the various parts of the paintings.DBy classif
36、ying the different colors of the paintings.15What can we learn about the location of the horizon in the painting?AIt has varied over time.BIt is always very near the top.CIt was only placed at the bottom in the 17th century.DIt has not changed over the past several hundred years.二、七选五Respecting the
37、old is a fine tradition of China. However, no matter how much you love your elders, its normal to feel depressed when you must constantly repeat yourself, But imagine how they feel when they cant understand what you and others are saying to them. It can not only be depressing but also embarrassing f
38、or them. When your elders cant hear well, it can also be dangerous. _16_. You must get them the professional healthcare that they require._17_, you and your elders might not recognize how severe it is. The best thing to do is schedule a visit with an expert who can measure the degree of hearing loss
39、 in each of your elders ears. Once measured, they will be recommended the right hearing aid.Background noise from electrical equipment can make it difficult for your elders to focus on what you or others say. _18_ Dont raise your voice or shout to them but try sitting closer and facing them directly
40、. Some hard of hearing seniors can also learn to read lips when youre talking to them.You must adjust your mindset before you can effectively help your elders. _19_ One out of three seniors between 65 and 74 has hearing loss. They likely have adult children like you who are trying to cope as well.Co
41、ping with elders is no easy task, but just remember that taking any of that bad mood out on them will serve no purpose. Be sure to find a healthy outlet whether it is a friend or an expert. _20_, try not to express it to them.ARemember that youre not aloneBWhen you cope with an easy taskCNo matter h
42、ow depressed you feelDSpeak to them as loudly as possibleEBecause hearing loss comes on slowlyFThey may not hear fire or security alarmsGLower the device sound when speaking to them三、完形填空The thing happened last year. The _21_ was conducted compulsorily during the COVID-19 outbreak. Most people were
43、forced to stay at home and many _22_ their jobs. But one day I had to _23_ to the company because of an emergency _24_ , And that was when something memorable came into my eyes. It was the _25_ of a boy standing on the road with a _26_ in his hand. He seemed to be from an educated family from the _2
44、7_ words on the large notice, which was why I gave it a second glance. It read, “ I need money badly for my mothers _28_ ! Thank you for your attention, dear friends! ” I was anxious to catch up with the big meeting. _29_ , I didnt stop the car. Unemployment and poverty were a ( n ) _30_ sight in th
45、e large city. No wonder we motorists drove by without _31_ assistance. We were taught that giving money helped _32_ a dependent lifestyle, or it made many people _33_ to earn their living.As I _34_ away from the boy with that large notice, I was extremely _35_ . Could it be a shame? What should I do
46、? Turn back or move on? As I _36_ with these questions, I saw a car _37_ in front of the boy. A man got off his car and went to talk to the boy, “ Take the money and wish your mom a successful operation. ” _38_ , the man lent the boy a hand. As I _39_ , somebody else sprang into action and did what
47、I could have done. Since then Ive been _40_ that it is important to do something for someone in need, whether it is big or small, because something is better than nothing!21AeducationBlockdownCresearchDleadership22AgotBsatisfiedClostDchecked23AdriveBwalkCrunDfly24AtestBpurchaseCmedicineDconference25AsightBsignalCroleDdeparture26AposterBbillCmapDmirror27AconservativeBfunnyCpoliteDabsurd28AenquiryBsurgeryCpromotionDintroduction29AInsteadBOtherwiseCMeanwhileDTherefore30ArareBridiculousCcommonDattractive31ArejectingBseekingCwitn
