1、2023年高考英语模拟试卷注意事项:1答题前，考生先将自己的姓名、准考证号码填写清楚，将条形码准确粘贴在条形码区域内。2答题时请按要求用笔。3请按照题号顺序在答题卡各题目的答题区域内作答，超出答题区域书写的答案无效；在草稿纸、试卷上答题无效。4作图可先使用铅笔画出，确定后必须用黑色字迹的签字笔描黑。5保持卡面清洁，不要折暴、不要弄破、弄皱，不准使用涂改液、修正带、刮纸刀。第一部分 （共20小题，每小题1.5分，满分30分）1Regarding China-US differences on human rights issues, Hong said the two sides can enh
2、ance mutual understanding through dialogue _ on equality and mutual respect.AbasedBto baseCbasingDbase2The church which is easily _ from my home is being rebuilt.Aaccessible BavailableCacceptable Dresponsible3After _ a sandstorm warning on Sunday evening, meteorologists forecast that dusty weather w
3、ill continue in parts of the country on Monday.A breaking offBcalling offCleaving offDputting off4Ive got something weighing on my mind. Could you give me some advice?_. Tell me all about it and Ill do what I can.ADont mention itBNo wonderCMy pleasureDNo problem5Whether to favor urban development or
4、 the preservation of historical sites is especially controversial in China, where there exists rich history, diversified tradition and cultural _.AsurplusBdepositsCaccountsDreceipts6 How would you like your tea? _.AVeryquickly BAsitcomes,please CVerymuch DIdontliketea7Why not buy a second-hand car f
5、irst if you dont have enough money for a new one?Thats a good _.AsayingBquestionCaccountDsuggestion8- Ive got something weighing on my mind. Could you give me some advice?- _. Tell me all about it and Ill do what I can.ADont mention itBNo wonderCNo problemDMy pleasure9The people in the village are s
6、o _ that they are willing to help every visitor.AoptimisticBenergeticCenthusiasticDambitious10 Tony, you seem in high spirits._ We won the match 4-1.AGuess what?BOh, come on!CSo what?DNo wonder.11A new _ bus service to Tianjin Airport started to operate two months ago.AcommonBusualCregularDordinary1
7、2I admire my English teacher. I can remember very few occasions _ she stoppedworking because of ill health.AthatBwhenCwhereDwhich13-Mr. Johnson has been chosen as the manager of the sales department.-_ he was so excited this morning.ANo chanceBNo wayCNot possibleDNo wonder14 Can you do me a favour,
8、Mr. Smith? My car _ start. No problem. You can count on it.Awont BmustntCneednt Dshouldnt15It came as a great _ to the parents that their son finally came back safe and sound.AreliefBsenseCrelaxionDfavor16As its economy is maturing，Chinas _a greater role in critical issues like climate and developme
9、nt.Adefining Bassuming Cguaranteeing Dassuring17How are you getting along with your German, Kate？Oh, MrBlack, Im so tired of itMaybe I should drop out _ it kills meAwhenBafterCwhileDbefore18Its difficult for us to learn a lesson in life _ weve actually had that lesson.Awhile Bsince Cuntil Dwhen19- W
10、hich of these digital cameras do you like best? - _. They are both expensive and of little use.ANoneBNeitherCNothingDNo one20I felt it very difficult to carry on the work all by myself. I could have helped you, but you _me to.Ahadnt askedBdidnt askChavent askedDdont ask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
11、、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。21（6分） Many of us know about Russias Lake Baikal from our textbooks, or by listening to Chinese singer Li Jians hit song, Lie Baikal. But over the past decade, the worlds deepest freshwater lake has been in the spotlight for an extreme sport.Each March since 2005, about 150 people
12、 from around the world sign up for the Baikal Ice Marathon. They come to explore the lakes breathtaking beauty and challenge themselves in unpredictable conditions. The 26-mile (41.84-kilometers) journey starts on the lakes eastern shore. In March, the ice is a meter thick and iron-hard. Runners cro
13、ss this frozen surface, finishing on the western side of the lake.Known as the “blue eye of Siberia”, Lake Baikal has exceptionally clear waters. This means its ice is almost perfectly transparent (透明的). “Seen from above, a runner on the ice looks as if he or she were jogging through space.” The New
14、 York Times noted.The landscape might be beautiful, but its also harsh. Strong winds blast (侵袭) across the lake and frostbite can occur within half an hour. Runners say the cold climate is what draws them. They want to test their limits.“When you are in such an environment, you dont have cars around
15、 you, and you dont have the noise around. I think these extreme races allow you to be alone with nature.” Alicja Barahona, a 64-year-old runner from the US, told ABC news.The location offers some strange and unique characteristics for this marathon. The finishing line is visible from the start, but
16、the endless white offers no progress markers. The race also ends with little fanfare (隆重的欢迎). Tourists crowding the ice are mostly addicted to snapping selfies (自拍) and just ignore the runners.For some runners, the absence of spectators makes the race more challenging, because its lonely. They must
17、fight with themselves. “You are alone on Baikal. It is your race. You are alone with yourself. All you need to do is to defeat yourself.” Veronique Messina, a French runner, told the Telegraph.1、What can we know about the Baikal Ice Marathon from the article?AIt takes runners from the northern end t
18、o the southern end of the lake.BIt involves extreme weather and beautiful scenery.CIt attracts more and more participants each year.DIt is about 26 kilometers in length.2、How does the Baikal Ice Marathon differ from other marathons?AOnly men are allowed to run in this race.BThe runners are often dis
19、tracted by tourists.CThere are many progress markers on the ice.DThe runners can see the finishing line from the start.3、What is the most challenging part of the race for Messina?AThe cold climate.BThe long distance.CNoisy surroundings.DLoneliness.4、How many reasons are listed to show the loneliness
20、?A5.B4.C3.D2.22（8分） Mark Elliot Zuckerberg was born on May the 14th, 1984. He is the creator of the social media site Facebook. He was a star student at school, winning prizes in astronomy, maths and physics. He was also good at Classical studies. He studied Psychology and Computer Science at Harvar
21、d University, which is where he created Facebook. His invention led to his becoming Time magazines Person Of The Year for 2010.Zuckerberg excelled in everything he did in his youth. He was captain of the school fencing team, spoke many languages and was a highly skilled computer programmer. While ot
22、her kids played computer games, he designed them. He created his first network while in high school to connect all of the computers - in his fathers dental surgery. He also built a media player which attracted the interest of Microsoft and AOL.Zuckerberg started at Harvard in September 2002. In his
23、first year, he created Facemash, a Facebook predecessor (前身), which let students select the colleges best looking people from a selection of photos.He launched Facebook from his Harvard room in February 2004. It was the start of a rollercoaster ride that would connect half a billion people worldwide
24、 and make him the worlds youngest billionaire.Mark Zuckerberg is now one of the most influential people on the planet. He has dined with the president of the USA and regularly attends global economic summits and technology conferences. He stated: “The thing I really care about is the mission, making
25、 the world open.” In 2010, Zuckerberg signed a promise, in which he promised to donate at least half of his life wealth to charity.1、The underlined word “excelled in” can be replaced by _.Awas addicted toBdid well inCwas absorbed inDlooked forward to2、The 2nd paragraph is mainly about young Zuckerbe
26、rgs _.Aadvantages in sportsBcomputer programming abilityCbrilliant performance in many fieldsDgreat attraction to Microsoft and AOL.3、When did Zuckerberg invent Facebook?AIn 1984BIn 2010CIn 2002DIn 20044、What can we infer from the text?AZuckerberg built his social media site after graduating from un
27、iversity.BZuckerbergs Facebook predecessor helped him become world famous.CZuckerbergs donation made him Time magazines Person Of The Year for 2010.DZuckerberg is not only an intelligent computer giant but also a kind billionaire.23（8分） There are billions of people on this planet, and many of us lov
28、e to eat meat. In 2018 alone, the average American will consume more than 100 kgs of red meat, according to a report from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). At the same time, the environmental impact caused by meat consumption waste, animal treatment, health issues and even the greenhouse gas
29、effects has given rise to a number of startups （新兴企业） looking for ways to fill our growing demand for meat. But can the demand be filled in a sustainable and affordable way?A bunch of companies are not only optimistic but are working to make this happen sooner. All of these companies harvest cells f
30、rom animals and grow them in a lab. For example, San Francisco-based Memphis Meats is developing cell-based meats in its laboratories by manufacturing fat and muscle cells without requiring any animals. And dont worry if youre not a meat lover. Startups such as Jet Eat, which is based in Israel, are
31、 working on food products grown in labs that are plant based and produce meats using natural ingredients while still maintaining flavor, consistency and the “overall sensory experience”.As you can imagine, there are plenty of hurdles facing the industry. Educating the public is a big one. Another co
32、ntroversial issue is the labelling of the products. Meat industry trade groups have been pressing the USDA to more strictly regulate alternative meats, labeled as “imitation products”.Many of us have concerns about the challenges facing future generations as our global population swells and the eart
33、hs natural resources shrink. The good news is that there are plenty of companies around the world like those producing lab-grown meats - who are working to solve some of these problems and make a few bucks in the process. Nothing wrong with that.1、What does the underlined word “this” in Paragraph 2
34、probably refer to?AProtecting the meat industry.BPromoting a healthy lifestyle.CReducing meat consumption gradually.DMeeting human demands for meat sustainably.2、What kind of meat does Jet Eat produce?AIt tastes as good as real meat.BIt is harvested directly from animals.CIt looks like plants comple
35、tely.DIt contains fat and muscle cells.3、According to the passage, how can consumers tell the lab-grown meat?ABy receiving public education.BBy referring to the label.CBy observing it closely.DBy consulting the USDA4、What is the text mainly about?AExtraordinary jobs done by new startups.BLab-grown m
36、eat ready to feed the world.CEffective strategies applied when shopping.DThe existing threat faced by humans.24（8分）The Peanuts Movie, which hits theaters today, brings to life one of the most popular comic strips(连环漫画) ever to appear in print. For decades, kids have found humor and comfort in Charli
37、e Brown and his pet dog, Snoopy. The characters came from the pen of Charles M. Schulz, whose comic strip, Peanuts, first appeared in newspapers in 1950.Schulz, who died in 2000, was one of the most influential cartoonists in history. His son, Craig Schulz, has reinvented the Peanuts characters for
38、a new generation of kids who may only be familiar with the holiday specials on TV. Craig co-wrote the screenplay for The peanuts Movie with his own son, Bryan.Director Steve Martino created the computer-animated 3D characters for the movie. Even though he used new technology, he wanted to stay true
39、to Charles Schulzs original drawings. “I love to draw, I love to tell stories, and I got to do it in a big movie like this,” Martino said. “My hope was to bring these characters to life in a bigger way than weve ever seen, but be truthful to who theyve always been.”11-year-old Noah Schnapp voices th
40、e character of Charlie Brown. “It was a bit difficult at the beginning,” Noah said. “But once I got into it, I had so much fun.” Alex Garfin, 12, is the voice of Linus, Charlies friend. Alex has words of wisdom not just for Charlie, but also for kids who want to work on the entertainment industry. “
41、If you dont succeed, try again,” he said. “You may not succeed 99 percent of the time, but that 1 percent probability will bring you something.” Francesca Capaldi, 11, who voices the Little Red-Haired Girl, agrees.“Dream big,” she said. “If you really want something, just go for it.”1、What can we kn
42、ow about The Peanuts Movie?AIt is more popular than the comic strip PeanutsBit was changed into TV specials by Craig Schulzz.CIt has more characters than the comic strip PeanutsDCharles Schulzs son and grandson wrote the screenplay.2、Steve Martino thinks it is important to _.Abring the main characte
43、rs to life.Bmake the movie fit for todays kids.Cdevelop the movie using new technology.Dkeep the characters what theyve been like3、How many characters of the movie are mentioned in the text?A3B4C5D64、What can be the best title for the text?AA computer-animated movie brings Peanuts to lifeBThe Peanut
44、s Movie helps you realize your dream.CCharles Schulz and his comic strip Peanuts.DThe Schulzs give you humor and comfort.25（10分）New Year s resolutions(决心)have been around long enough that we all scent to stick to the same ones-hit the gym, lay off the candy, read more books, call your mother-regardl
45、ess of whether we follow through with our intentions.While January 1st seems like the perfect time to have a new start again, exactly when people developed that mindset(思维模式)isnt common knowledge. It turns out that the modern belief of a New Years resolution isnt as old as you thought. According to
46、many historians, the ancient Babylonians were the first group of people to make New Years resolutions. However, instead of making a commitment to self improvement, they made a commitment to the gods to pay their debts and return any objects they had borrowed.An ancient Roman tradition from 46 BC, be
47、ars even more likeness to modern resolutions. Emperor Julius Caesar declared January the month of Janus. Romans believed Janus looked backwards into the previous year and ahead into the future. In his honor, they made sacrifices to the god and promises of good behavior for the coining year.But the modern New Years resolution didnt fully fo
