1、2023年高考英语模拟试卷请考生注意：1请用2B铅笔将选择题答案涂填在答题纸相应位置上，请用05毫米及以上黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将主观题的答案写在答题纸相应的答题区内。写在试题卷、草稿纸上均无效。2答题前，认真阅读答题纸上的注意事项，按规定答题。第一部分 （共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1Reporters asked him to _hisposition on welfare reform.Aclarify Bdivide Cinstruct2The leaders of the BRICS countries Friday reached important _ on buil
2、ding an open world economy and improving global economic governance(管理) during their informal meeting on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Hamburg, Germany.Aconsideration BconsensusCcommitment Dconfirmation3The people succeeded because they understood that you cant let your failures _ you you have
3、to let your failures teach you.Adefine BdeclineCqualify Dsimplify4 I like your new shoes! Thanks. I had to try on almost a dozen pairs _ I decided to get them.AasBwhenCafterDbefore5The post office is closed _ Saturday afternoon.AonBinCofDat6Although values may be _, its helpful to share them with yo
4、ur partner for additional support.Aterminal BpersonalCcrucial Dpractical7This semester our school offers many optional courses for the students, _ appeals to many students.Aeach of whichBall of whomCeach of whomDall of which8_ the lawyers, volunteers from the Libyan Red Cross Society also joined the
5、 efforts in helping the Chinese go home safely.AExcept forBIn spite ofCApart fromDInstead of9At that time, the movie “Shaolin Temple”, _Li Lianjie plays the starring role, drew the worlds attention to Chinese Kungfu.AwhereBwhenCthatDwhich10He was admitted to Harvard University, _ was just what his p
6、arents expected.AwhoBwhichCwhatDwhere11The days are gone physical strength was all you needed to make a livingAthatBwhenCwhereDwhich12For a third-culture kid,it is often easier to a new foreign country than to their home country.Amoving Bto move Cmove Dmoved13The inner strength of the girl allows he
7、r _ going when she gets into trouble.Akeep Bkeeping Cto keep Dkept14Andy can go to the cinema together with us he has finished the taskAunlessBas soon asCuntilDas long as15I was informed that you won the lottery?Are you kidding? Maybe I will win a lottery when_.Ayou cry for the moonBpigs flyCall goo
8、d things come to an endDyou get a new lease on life16_ some teenagers dont realize is _ difficult life can be after they get addicted to drugs.AThat; howBWhich; what aCWhat; whatDWhat; how17The students have decided on a final date by which everyone _ reading the books assigned by their professor.Af
9、inishesBfinishedChave finishedDwill have finished18 Can you do me a favour, Mr. Smith? My car _ start. No problem. You can count on it.Awont BmustntCneednt Dshouldnt19I have no idea what made the students so excited and crazy._ it have been their teams victory in the finals?AMustBCouldCWouldDShould2
10、0The battery in my cell phone is running low.I that last night before we went to bed.Awas noticingBhave noticedCwould noticeDhad noticed第二部分 阅读理解（满分40分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。21（6分） LOS ANGELES, Nov. 12 (Xinhua)Legendary comic book writer Stan Lee has died at the age of 95, according to me
11、dia reports on Monday.Lee, born in Stanley Lieber on Dec. 28th, 1922, began his career in 1939 and joined the Marvel Comics in 1961.He is considered as one of the most legendary names in the history of comic books and the leading creative force behind the rise of Marvel Comics. He co-created iconic
12、fictional characters such as Spider-Man, X-Men, the Avengers, and many more.Lees characters often have super powers, but they also have weaknesses. They were humans, not gods. They not only struggled to save the world, but also to pay their bills, make friends, and hold jobs. This made Marvel comic
13、book heroes stand apart from its competitor DC, which produced the seemingly perfect heroes like Superman and Wonder Woman. Those superheroes have been adapted into blockbuster films, most of which were made after Disney acquired Marvel in a 4-billion-dollar deal in 2009.In a statement, Bob Iger, ch
14、airman and CEO of the Walt Disney Company said Stan Lee was as extraordinary as the characters he created.Marvel also praised Lee on its website by putting on one of Lees famous quotes, which goes, “I used to be embarrassed because I was just a comic-book writer while other people were building brid
15、ges or going on to medical careers. And then I began to realize: entertainment is one of the most important things in peoples lives. Without it, they might go off the deep end. I feel that if youre able to entertain, youre doing a good thing. ”Praise from his Hollywood peers and colleagues was gener
16、ous. President of Marvel Studios Kevin Feige appreciated Lees unparalleled impact on the industry. “No one has had more of an impact on my career than Stan Lee,” Feige said. “Our thoughts are with his family and the millions of fans who have been forever touched by Stans genius, charisma and heart.”
17、1、How do Lees characters differ from those of DC?AThey are perfect heroes.BThey often have super powers.CThey are not humans, but gods.DThey have human shortcomings.2、We can learn from Lees statement in Paragraph 6 that _.Ait is embarrassing to be a comic-book writerBa taste of entertainment is nece
18、ssary in peoples livesCentertainment is the most important thing in the worldDyou can do everything well if you are able to entertain3、According to the passage, we could know that _.ALee influenced Kevin Feiges career a lotBLee joined the Marvel Comics in his fortiesCLee created the fictional charac
19、ters all by himselfDThe superheroes were adapted into films before Disney acquired Marvel4、What can be the best title for the passage?AComics Legendthe Marvels and DCBThe Superheroes in Stan Lees ComicsCMarvels Comics Legend Stan Lee Dies at 95DThe Life Story of Marvel Comics Legend Stan Lee22（8分）Wa
20、nt to choose an English novel to enjoy? Here are four popular books sold on the website of Amazon, with formats and editions of kindle, hardcover, or paperback.The Handsome EnemyBy Emily WaltersASIN: B01N7L0WCADespite her unwillingness, Reagan Lister is required to work with Greg Pilster, another gr
21、eat lawyer, to prove that a senators son is not guilty of a murder for her latest case. The dangers in the process bring the two closer together and Reagan realizes that Greg, who she thought was her enemy, is winning her heart. The truth of the case is something that neither of them expected.And th
22、e Mountains EchoedBy Khaled HosseiniASIN: B009XIXVU6Khaled Hosseini, author of The Kite Runner and A Thousand Splendid Suns, has written a new novel that explores the many ways in which brothers and sisters nurture, would, betray, honor, and sacrifice for one another, and how often we are surprised
23、by the actions of those closest to us, at the times that matter most.The Secret Life of Beesby Sue Monk KiddASIN: B000W4RFBQFrom the author of The Invention of Wings and set in South Carolina in 1964, the bestselling novel tells the story of Lily Owens, an escaped black girl taken in by three black
24、beekeeping sisters and introduced to their attractive world of bees and honey. This is a remarkable novel about great female power and its regarded inspirational. It was adapted into an award-winning movie in 2008.Just DreamsBy L. J. TaylorASIN: B00N6IRDGWJust Dreams is the first book in the Brooks
25、Sisters Dreams Series. Lawyer file Kathy Brokks agrees to represent Charles Morgan Jr. in a high-profile case against a powerful government defense contractor. But when Charles hidden agenda threatens to expose the governments dirty little secrets, what started out may cost Kathy her career and even
26、 her life.536、What is the ASIN number of the book manly telling family stories?AB01N7L0WCABB009XIXVU6CB000W4RFBQDB00N6IRDGW1、Who probably intended his or her book to encourage women to face challenges bravely?AEmily WaltersBKhaled HosseiniCSue Monk KiddDL. J. Taylor2、Which book might be the best cho
27、ice if Lucy is interested in adventurous and romantic stories?AThe Handsome EnemyBAnd the Mountains EchoedCThe Invention of WingsDThe Secret Life of Bees3、What do we know about Just Dreams?AThe heroine defends the government bravely in the case but is faced with danger.BThis book is one of the serie
28、s of A Thousand Splendid Suns.CThe film adapted from the book is very successful.DIt may be thrilling to read the book.23（8分）Asia is such a vast and diverse continent for anyone dreaming of an escape. Here are some best destinations to visit over the next 12 months.Xian, ChinaXian, China is supreme
29、and then theres the biggie (重要的事物)-the Army of Terracotta Warriors, celebrating 30 years as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017.Xian is vast, but a relaxed way of living and recent openings have boosted an already superb accommodation market. A crop of new bars and cafes are thrown in here. Theres
30、never been a better time to visit.South of Tokyo, JapanTwo cities in south of Tokyo are well worth visiting.Yokohama is just a 20-mixinte train journey from the capital and packs considerable appeal with its bayside location, architecture, beer and tasty cuisine.Less than an hour from Tokyo, fantast
31、ic seaside town Kamakura s known for its surfing scene, but also offers an attractive selection of relaxed cafes and restaurants.Sri Lankas Hill CountrySri Lanka may be “so hot right now”, but Lonely Planet recommends a different experience.Try getting ahead of (and away from) the pack by taking a s
32、cenic train to Sri Lankas Hill Country for a wonderfully temperate escape from the nations humid coasts.This island owns a mountainous interior that is every bit as scenic as the coast, blessed by pleasantly cool temperatures that rarely above 21.Raja Ampat, Indonesia“Raja” means “king” and this gra
33、nd title is apparent. Packed with white-sand beaches, lush jungle and unusual mushroom-shaped small islands. Raja Ampat is a biological hotspot.Home to some of the richest, most diverse coral reefs on the planetover 200 diving spots are still in a state of natureand this, paired with a growing ecoto
34、urism (生态旅游) offering, means Raja Ampat will no doubt remain king of the islands.1、What can visitors do in Xian?AShop in a fantastic seaside town. BAppreciate diverse heritage.CEnjoy mushroom-shaped small islands. DExperience planting crops by themselves.2、Where is a surfer most likely to go?AYokoha
35、ma. BRaja Ampat.CKamakura. DSri Lankas Hill Country.3、Where is this text probably taken from?AA fiction book. BA private letter.CA science report. DA travel guidebook.24（8分）If you are in a dilemma about being self-taught or getting formal education, you have come to the right webpage. In this articl
36、e, we note the advantages of each of these to help you decide which one would be the best for you.Perhaps the biggest advantage of being self-taught is that you are able to save a lot of money. With each passing year, the cost of getting a degree is on the rise. As a result, many students these days
37、 tend to graduate from college with a significant amount of debt. This makes it necessary for them to get a job as soon as possible, otherwise a number of serious issues may arise. Besides, it is possible to learn faster on your own, by focusing on only those areas that you are interested in. Finall
38、y, learning on your own can be a great confidence builder. You have to struggle to gain knowledge but once you clear the basics on your own, you will find yourself being much more confident about your abilities.One of the biggest advantages of formal education is that you get a degree which is a mar
39、k of recognition that you have achieved a level of knowledge in that particular field. Many companies tend to prefer candidates who have a college degree. Whats more, though formal education lacks the convenience and flexibility of self-education, it offers you much more in terms of the actual struc
40、ture of the learning process. Last, being formally educated means that you will enter a college or other similar educational institutions. There you will get the benefit of being taught and guided by learned teachers and other subject experts. This will be a big benefit as you will be able to take a
41、dvantage of their experience and gain in-depth knowledge about the subject.Thus, both formal education and self-education have their own sets of advantages. The choice between the two comes down to individual preferences as well as personal situations.1、Which of the following is an advantage of self
42、-education?AA faster pace of learningBBeing guided by subject expertsCA wider range of ways to gain knowledgeDHaving more chances of getting part-time jobs.2、To get the benefit of being taught by learned experts, you should _.Achoose self-educationBenter an educational institutionCwork for learned t
43、eachersDmake use of webpages about education3、What is the most important factor in choosing the way of education?AThe reputation of educational institutions.BThe knowledge of teachers and experts.CThe opinions of relatives and friends.DOnes preference and situations.4、What is the authors purpose of
44、writing this text?ATo promote a webpage about education.BTo prove that self-education is the best choice.CTo help readers choose between two form of education.DTo prove that its difficult to decide on the proper education.25（10分） Our mother earth is going through a very tough situation and we, the e
45、ntire human race, are destroying our environment or unconsciously without even realizing its consequences. Now we have to act very smartly and plan something to sustain what we still have, getting all necessary support from nature to lead healthy lives.Gardening is always an excellent and environmen
46、tally friendly idea. If you can go for sustainable gardening, then it will be even more useful for all. Gardening is a favorite hobby for many. It is time to channelize your hobby towards a more meaningful motivation.When we do gardening we need to use different ingredients(材料) to grow plants. Some
47、of them are natural resources like water, soil, sunshine, and many things like this. Using these resources smartly is a part of sustainable gardening. Some simple techniques include: use less water and organic things to grow plants; try to store rainwater so that you can use them for gardening; try using less energy to drive devices; avoid using plastics in any fo
