1、2021年高考英语真题试卷（天津卷）一、单项填空(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)（共15题；共15分）1.Jim says we _ stay in his house as long as we leave it clean and tidy. A.mustB.canC.needD.should2.You are a great swimmer. Thanks. Its because I _ a lot these days.A.have been practisingB.was practisingC.would practiseD.had practised3.Next time
2、 you visit Bob, remember to give him a call in advance. _. I will.A.My pleasureB.No wonderC.Good pointD.Never mind4._ us prepare for the exam, the teacher suggested reading through our notes. A.To helpB.HelpedC.HelpingD.Being helped5.Shall I order a taxi for Sarah to go to the airport tonight? _. Il
3、l drive her there.A.Have a tryB.Dont mention itC.Dont botherD.Go ahead6.Dr. Rowan, _ secretary resigned two weeks ago, has had to do all his own typing. A.whoseB.of whomC.of whichD.which7.According to Professor Johnson, we dont have to read the book if we dont want to, as it is _. A.worthwhileB.nece
4、ssaryC.optionalD.serious8.I never worried about my son while I was away because my mother _ him. A.drank a toast toB.played a joke onC.kept an eye onD.made an apology to9.The number of medical schools reached 18 in the early 1990s and _ around that level since. A.are remainingB.have remainedC.is rem
5、ainingD.has remained10.Why do people like pop music? I hate it so much. _ it is not your style, that doesnt mean it is bad.A.Only ifB.Even thoughC.Now thatD.In case11.We offered to give Sharon a ride home, but she _, saying that she felt like walking. A.understoodB.acceptedC.compromisedD.declined12.
6、For my fifth birthday, my mother baked me a cake _ a monkey. A.in the shape ofB.beyond the reach ofC.at the mercy ofD.on the side of13.We cant _ buying a new printer for our company. The one we have doesnt work. A.take upB.carry outC.keep onD.put off14.The dancers incredible performance had the audi
7、ence on its feet _ for 10 minutes at the end of the show. A.being clappedB.clapC.clappedD.clapping15.The student completed this experiment to make come true _ Professor Joseph had said. A.thatB.whatC.whenD.where二、完形填空(共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分)（共1题；共30分）16.阅读下面短文，掌握其大意, 然后从各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 Detect
8、ive Ashley Jones works at a police department in England. He has recently made a significant 1 - -loneliness is a serious social problem that can contribute to depression and even crimes, but it can be 2 in a clever way. The 3 ? Chat benches. Jones got the idea after he had talked with an elderly la
9、dy who had been cheated of her 4 . The lady would get a call from a stranger every morning who 5 made her believe that he was her friend, and then she lent him about f 31,000. Jones was 6 when she said that she didnt actually 7 being cheated. Otherwise, 1would never speak to another person for weeks
10、 on end, she said. This led Jones to the conclusion that there are too many extremely 8 people in his community, who are easy targets of cheating. So he 9 to do something about it. He 10 the police department to allow him to 11 a couple of chat benches in two of their local parks. Then he hung a col
11、orful sign on each of the benches that 12 :HAPPY TO CHAT. Just a few days after the signs went up, he found people sitting there and engaging in active and 13 conversations.The idea is catching on 14 There are now over 40 chat benches throughout England. More new chat benches have sprung up across t
12、he UK and beyond. All who participated have gained a (n) 15 outcome from getting involved. Jones idea has been fully 16 -the HAPPY TO CHAT benches help 17 the invisible social barrier that keeps people from saying hello.This effort is not just a(n) 18 at being community minded- -its also a 19 measur
13、e. It prevents people who are cut off from society falling victim to cheaters. The Chat Bench is a fantastic new project that 20 those of all ages to interact and get to know each other in the future.1. A. choiceB. discoveryC. visitD. promise2. A. experiencedB. sufferedC. preventedD. felt3. A. solut
14、ionB. puzzleC. excuseD. intention4. A. pleasureB. prizeC. creditD. money5. A. eventuallyB. frequentlyC. previouslyD. occasionally6. A. ashamedB. shockedC. excitedD. amused7. A. mindB. forgiveC. riskD. enjoy8. A. activeB. lonelyC. cautiousD. stubborn9. A. learnedB. refusedC. pretendedD. decided10. A.
15、 forcedB. orderedC. convincedD. taught11. A. put awayB. make outC. tear apartD. set up12. A. readB. claimedC. meantD. implied13. A. formalB. joyfulC. awkwardD. crazy14. A. randomlyB. slowlyC. quicklyD. purposefully15. A. positiveB. disappointingC. correctD. embarrassing16. A. realizedB. examinedC. d
16、iscussedD. formed17. A. break downB. put upC. keep offD. take out18. A. glanceB. attemptC. knockD. attack19. A. heart-breakingB. risk-takingC. face-savingD. crime-cutting20. A. forbidsB. appointsC. encouragesD. troubles三、阅读理解(共20小题，每少题2.5分，满分50分)（共4题；共50分）17.阅读理解 How to Use a Modern Public Library H
17、as it been a while since your last visit to a public library? If so, you may be surprised to learn that libraries have changed for the better. Its been years since they were dusty little rooms with books. They have transformed themselves into places where you can develop your love of knowledge meet
18、interesting people, or find out how to start a business. Check out a book. While libraries still loan out(出借)books, youll find it easier to get a copy of whatever youre looking for, thanks to a cooperative network of area libraries. Via such networks, libraries share their books with each other thro
19、ugh the use of delivery vehicles. Once the book youve requested is delivered to the nearest branch, they will inform you by e-mail, so you can pick it up. Check out other items. The library is now a multimedia zone, loaded with information in many formats(载体形式). You can borrow movies on DVDs, music
20、on CDs, and popular magazines. Some libraries even loan out toys and games. If a popular magazine you want isnt offered and the library keeps a list of such requests, they may bring it in when enough interest is shown. Join targeted reading groups. Libraries will often hold reading-group sessions ta
21、rgeted to various age groups. Perhaps youd like to learn a language or improve your English. The library may sponsor a language group you could join. If you have difficulties reading, ask about special reading opportunities. Your library might be able to accommodate you. And you might find it relaxi
22、ng to bring your small kid to a half-hour Story Time while you sit quietly in a corner with a good book. Start a business using the help of your local library. If you want to have a business of your own, your local library can become a launch space for it. In library books and computers, you can fin
23、d information on starting a business. Many libraries will help you with locally supplied information about business management shared through chambers of commerce(商会)and government agencies, and they will offer printing, faxing and database services you need.（1）Public libraries connected by a cooper
24、ative network benefit readers by_. A.sharing their books on the InternetB.giving access to online reading at a library branchC.sending a needed book to a library branch nearbyD.making the checkout procedures diverse（2）According to Paragraph 3, what items may be checked out from a public library? A.A
25、 magazine and an e-book.B.A game and an oil painting.C.A music CD and a kids toy.D.A DVD and a video player（3）As is described in Paragraph 4, taking a small kid to a half-hour Story Time allows _. A.the kid to learn a new languageB.the parent to enjoy quiet readingC.the kid to overcome reading diffi
26、cultiesD.the parent to meet their program sponsor（4）Your local library can help you start a business by _. A.providing relevant information and supporting servicesB.offering professional advice on business managementC.supplying useful information of your potential buyersD.arranging meetings with gov
27、ernment officials（5）What is the purpose of the passage? A.To point out the importance of public libraries.B.To encourage people to work in public libraries.C.To introduce the improved services of public libraries.D.To call for the modernization of public library systems.18.阅读理解 They tell me that you
28、d like to make a statue(塑像) of me-is that correct, Miss Vinnie Ream? The deep, gentle voice helped calm the nervous girl. Asking a favor of the President of the United States was no casual matter, especially for a seventeen-year-old girl. Yes, sir, she replied, her dark eyes meeting his. I wouldnt h
29、ave duo ask you, but my teacher, Mr. Mills, says I am ready. I plan to make it in an admirable manner. President Lincoln smiled. Painters, sculptors-theyve all tried to make the best of this ordinary face, but Im afraid theres not much hope. What did you have in mind, Miss Ream? A bust(半身像)? Before
30、Vinnie could say yes, the President hurried on, a shade of apology in his voice. Of course-I shouldnt have asked. A full-length pose would be much too big a project for a young woman your size. Vinnies face turned red. She realized she looked like a child, with her tiny figure. Small does not mean w
31、eak, sir, she defended herself. I was born in the country of Wisconsin. Ive driven teams of horses and carried water. Making a full-length clay(粘土) figure would not exhaust my strength-and that is what I intend to do! The Presidents eyes, brightened at her show of spirit. Sorry, madam, I have undere
32、stimated you as I didnt know your background. But his smile faded as he rubbed his beard with bony fingers, in thought. Miss Ream, he sighed, Id like to let you do it, but as you know, we are in the middle of a war. How could I possibly take the time to pose for a sculpture now? I hardly have a minu
33、te to myself. Vinnie glanced around and noted the size of his office. I work quickly, she said. Her voice was soft but confident as she pointed to the corner near the windows. If I were to bring my clay here and work for three hours every afternoon, I could complete most of the project while you are
34、 at your desk. The President seemed to consider her idea seriously. He got up and shook Vinnies hand warmly, Ive heard that you are a talented young woman, and I have found you charming and intelligent as well. I cannot make my decision immediately, but you will hear from me soon. The very next day,
35、 Vinnie received an invitation from the President.（1）What gave Vinnie confidence to make her request of President Lincoln? A.Her aggressive personality.B.Mr. Millss encouraging remark.C.President Lincolns gentle voice.D.Her interest in a challenging job.（2）How did President Lincoln first respond to
36、Vinnies request? A.Pleased.B.Thrilled.C.Regretful.D.Doubtful.（3）Vinnie confirmed her ability to make a full-length statue by highlighting _. A.her experience from other projectsB.her innocent childhood in the countryC.the heavy labor she had done beforeD.the skill she picked up in Wisconsin（4）Vinnie
37、 wanted to choose the corner near the windows to _. A.achieve effects of natural lightingB.keep all her tools within easy reachC.observe the President at a right angleD.avoid disturbing the presidents work（5）What message does the story convey? A.A strong-willed soul can reach his goal.B.Experience h
38、elps to promote excellence.C.Ups and downs make one strong.D.Devotion requires enthusiasm.19.阅读理解 For people, who are interested in sound, the field of sound technology is definitely making noise. In the past, sound engineers worked in the back rooms of recording studios, but many of todays sound pr
39、ofessionals are sharing their knowledge and experience with professionals in other fields to create new products based on the phenomenon we call sound. Sound can be used as a weapon. Imagine that a police officer is chasing a thief. The thief tries to escape. And the officer cant let him get away. H
40、e pulls out a special device, points it at the suspect, and switches it on. The thief drops to the ground. This new weapon is called a Long Range Acoustic Device(LRAD, 远程定向声波发射器). It produces a deafening sound so painful that it temporarily disables a person. The noise from the LRAD is directed like
41、 a ray of light and travels only into the ears of that person, but it is not deadly. For those who hunger for some peace and quiet, sound can now create silence. Lets say you are at the airport, and the little boy on the seat next to you is humming(哼唱) a short commercial song. He hums it over and ov
42、er again, and you are about to go crazy. Thanks to the Silence Machine, a British invention, you can get rid of the sound without upsetting the boy or his parents. One may wonder how the Silence Machine works. Well, it functions by analyzing the waves of the incoming sound and creating a second set of outgoing waves. The two sets of waves cancel each other out. Simply turn the machine or point it at the target, and your peace and quiet comes back. D
