金沙高级中学高三英语限时训练三
总分80分
第一部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5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。
A
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Departure City: Shanghai
Guide & Driver: English-speaking guide, experienced driver with an air-conditioned vehicle Meals: 12 western buffet breakfasts, 6 lunches with some being a la carte (点菜) style
Tour Highlights:
?Must-see sights in China—Terracotta Warriors, Famen Temple, Dunhuang Mogao Caves, Maiji
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? Any parts of the tour length, activities or hotels can be tailored to your individual interests.
Are you ready to follow the footsteps of the ancients to explore this mysterious land now?
21. What will people do on the tour?
A. Appreciate the ancient heritage.
B. Ride on camels all the way.
C. Stay a few nights in caves.
D. Do a lot of shopping.
22. Which of the following is most likely to join the tour?
A. A Beijing businessman good at golf.
B. A Japanese model loving fashion.
C. A Yunnan biologist interested in birds.
D. An American student learning history.
23. How much should a traveler pay for her family (with two sons) who want to live comfortably?
A. $3479.
B. $3749.
C. $7498.
D. $11247.
B
The universe likes to be shy about its age, but astronomers believe they have a pretty good idea of the range. Currently, the most widely accepted age for the universe is around 13.8 billion years, but determining the age of... well, everything, is no easy feat (功绩). Now, new studies have investigated the question using different methods—and they’ve come up with two different answers, separated by more than a billion years.
Because the universe is expanding at an accelerating pace, the further away an object is, the faster it appears to be moving away from us. This is expressed as the Hubble constant (哈勃常数), and it’s a key factor in figuring out the age of the universe. After all, if we can determine how fast objects are moving away from us, we can rewind that process to its beginning—the Big Bang. Researchers from the University of Oregon set out to map the distance to dozens of galaxies. The team calculated that the universe is only 12.6 billion years old—that, you might notice, is much younger than the 13.8 billion years usually stated.
In the second study, the method of figuring out the age of the universe is by mapping the oldest light we can detect. “We are restoring the ‘baby photo’ of the universe to its original condition, removing the wear and tear of time and space that distorted (扭曲) the image,” says Neelima Sehgal, a co-author on the study. “Only by seeing this sharper baby photo or image of the universe, can we more fully understand how our universe was born.” In doing so, the researchers determined that the universe is 13.8 billion years old—in agreement with the accepted age.
The real problem though, is that the studies disagree so wildly with each other, to the tune of a billion years. But they’re not the only ones—the battle lines are commonly drawn by the methods used. Obviously, more research is needed to determine where the truth lies.
24. What do we know about the universe from the first two paragraphs?
A. It doesn’t exist long.
B. It becomes larger.
C. It runs away.
D. It causes the Big Bang.
25. What makes the researchers in the first study think the universe is much younger?
A. The speed of moving objects.
B. The number of galaxies.
C. The process of the universe evolution.
D. The distance to other objects.
26. How does Neelima Sehgal explain their method in the second study?
A. By referring to a similar thing.
B. By using hard scientific data.
C. By introducing a new concept.
D. By quoting an expert’s words.
27. Which can be a suitable title for the text?
A. Whose method is better?
B. Which result can you believe?
C. How old is the universe?
D. Why is the universe so old?
C
Did you know that the average child has heard the word “no” over 20,000 times before they turn the age of three? Ironically, it is also around this time that children begin to develop enough personal character to refuse to obey. The “terrible twos” are categorized by a lack of understanding. Somewhere between three and four, children begin to acquire the skills to reason. It is during this time they watch how other children and adults reason. If we’re not careful, the children will watch us model a world of “NOs”.
By the time a person turns eighteen, how many times have they been told no? I haven’t found any studies that even attempted to track this statistic, but I’m sure if the number is 20,000 by three, then at eighteen that number has multiplied. You can do the math.
Anyway, I think I know why we say no. We say no to protect. We say no to direct. We say no to stop potential confusion. However, do we sometimes say no just for the sake of saying no? Do we say no because we have internalized (内在化) all of the “NOs” we’ve heard over the years and we feel it is finally our time to say no to someone else?
The internalized no can damage the growth process of dreams in infancy as quickly as it can weaken a three-year-old. And we wonder why we run into people with big, un-accomplished dreams who have a bit of a chip on their shoulder. They have to take on the 20,000 NOs. However, the thing that keeps them going is the possibility of the power of ONE YES! Just as it only takes one book to make a writer a Pulitzer Prize Winner, it only takes one word to change the course of your day. That word is YES!
28. What do we know about two-year-olds?
A. They understand well.
B. They often say no to others.
C. They think logically.
D. They don’t do all they’re told.
29. What effect does saying no have on children?
A. They lose all their dreams.
B. They aren’t easy to succeed.
C. They don’t make mistakes.
D. They never say yes to others.
30. Which word best describes the author’s attitude to a world of “NOs”?
A. Tolerant.
B. Disapproving.
C. Favourable.
D. Carefree.
31. What is the text?
A. A how-to guide.
B. A survey report.
C. An opinion essay.
D. A short story.
D
I’m Jeff Logan, president of Logan Luxury Theaters Corporation. I’m very sorry to tell you many cinemas are at risk of closing permanently (永久). That’s something we would hate to see happen.
Watching the newest box office movie and eating a big bucket of popcorn is an experience that many of us have enjoyed for a very long time. We all have fond memories of going to a theater of our first dates or the first movie we saw with our children. A movie theater is so important to the fabric
of the local community. It’s a place where we all gather, no matter what our interests, and no matter what our ages, young and old, rich and poor.
But how much longer will classic theaters remain open? Just like other industries, movie theaters have been hit hard by the pandemic (流行病) and are going dark. The entire industry is being controlled by the pandemic, because the studios don’t want to release their new movies until all the theaters can be open. As we all know, the theaters can’t do well and can’t get back to full 7-day a week at full speed operation without new movies to play.
Recently, the Logan Luxury 5 Cinema in Mitchell reopened for the weekends. However, like many theaters, it is only operating at about 10 percent capacity. Since opening, several new safety measures have been put in place. Block off every other row. People are asked to leave three seats between them and the next group. Staff spray the theater with disinfectant (消毒剂) after every show. And sanitizer stations can be found throughout the theater.
Even so, some people still aren’t comfortable going to a movie theater yet. I fully understand that. Anyhow, I just hope we must do something else to help out our local theaters, like taking part in
a new national proposal called “Save Your Cinema.”
32. What does the underlined word “fabric” in paragraph 4 refer to?
A. Typical feature.
B. Basic structure.
C. Public support.
D. Common vision.
33. Why are the film studios unwilling to release the new movies?
A. Cinemas don’t operate normally.
B. New movies aren’t welcomed.
C. People don’t like going to cinema.
D. Many cinemas go out of business.
34. What can we infer about the Logan Luxury 5 Cinema after its reopening?
A. It makes a lot of money.
B. It does well in disease prevention.
C. It receives a large audience every day.
D. It offers more enjoyable experience.
35. What is the purpose of this text?
A. To share the good old days.
B. To explain a social problem.
C. To ask for people’s help.
D. To recommend a theater.
第二节（共5小题；每小题2. 5分，满分12. 5分）
阅读下面短文, 从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
There are now lots of products and services on the market. 36 It is vital, therefore, for a company to distinguish itself from its competitors by having a strong company image which is immediately recognizable.
Logos are part of this image. 37 The logo establishes a visual identity for the company, just as different groups of young people express their identity through hairstyles and clothes. All groups from all cultures and throughout the ages have used colors and symbols to show their identity.
38 Some colors may be connected with coldness in one culture and with warmth in another. Some colors represent life in one culture but death in another. International companies have, therefore, to make sure that their logos will not be misunderstood in different countries.
The logos of large international companies are instantly recognizable throughout the world. One of the most famous logos is that of Coca-Cola. The design of the words “Coca-Cola” has not changed since 1886, although the surrounding design has been changed from time to time. Many companies have, over the years, renewed their logos. 39
Logos are used on packaging and brochures as well as on the product itself. They may also appear in newspapers or on television as part of an advertising campaign. 40 The logo helps to promote this image and to fix it in the minds of the customers. Logos, therefore, need to be original and to have impact and style
A. Companies need to have a strong corporate identity.
B. In different cultures, different colors carry different meanings.
C. Colors and symbols, different in meanings, help identify a company.
D. Many of them are similar in content though produced by different companies.
E. They are symbols which often include a name or initials to identify a company.
F. So, they can better fit in with contemporary design and present more powerful images.
G. In this way, they are easier to be distinguished from those of the competing companies.
第二部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When she was 13, Giorgia began to suffer a severe skin disorder. It started out on her arms and face and continued to 41 . Soon the angry, red rash (皮疹) covered nearly 97% of her body at times and could be extremely uncomfortable.
But for Giorgia, the most pain was 42 she was treated by others simply because of her physical appearance. People would stop and stare at her in the street, as if she was 43 . She felt so self-conscious about the condition that it was 44 her life.
That seems not 45 enough on its own. Giorgia also unexpectedly lost her father. She felt like her world went to 46 . They were so close when she was growing up, and she couldn’t 47 losing him.
Fortunately, Giorgia had a strong and beautiful spirit inside. She realized she had a 48 —she could shrink back from what she received or she could find the 49 to love herself and the way she was made. Giorgia 50 her body and decided she’d no longer try to 51 her skin. It was part of who she was.
She started a photo series 52 displaying her natural self. She hopes that others struggling with their body image will gain 53 and inspiration from the pictures she shares. “We might
have 54 that make us look different from other women, but we are still beautiful. I know my dad would be proud of me for my 55 . Now I’ve come to terms with my disease, I want to help others do the same.”
41. A. flash B. decline C. bother D. spread
42. A. why B. how C. when D. whether
43. A. disgusting B. precious C. interesting D. complex
44. A. closing B. ruining C. leading D. wasting
45. A. dangerous B. fantastic C. familiar D. stressful
46. A. pieces B. parts C. bits D. blocks
47. A. mind B. admit C. bear D. risk
48. A. plan B. choice C. duty D. promise
49. A. truth B. priority C. support D. courage
50. A. controlled B. destroyed C. accepted D. examined
51. A. cover up B. get under C. take off D. break down
52. A. regrettably B. gratefully C. seriously D. bravely
53. A. knowledge B. strength C. ability D. experience
54. A. conditions B. affairs C. elements D. qualities
55. A. dream B. kindness C. attitude D. generosity
第二节（共10小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
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。
The idea of a taxi that flies over a traffic jam and drops you home is an exciting proposal. It appears that we are almost there.
German air-taxi startup V olocopter will build its first 56 (fly) taxi station by the end of this year in Singapore, paving the way for major changes in 57 humans will commute in the future. These air taxis, or urban air mobility (UAM) vehicles, are usually 58 (electrical) powered taxis based on drone (无人机) technology 59 (design) to carry two people. The aim of the technology is 60 (save) people time and help cities transform their transportation systems toward a more sustainable future by adding a new mobility option for citizens.
Many companies, including Uber, 61 (compete) fiercely in this space now. Chinese automaker Geely led a round of investment worth 50 million euros 62 will help the startup finance its commercialization in the next three years. Li Shufu, chairman of Geely Holding, said, “Our latest work 63 V olocopter builds up our confidence in V olocopter air taxis as the next 64 (ambition) step in our wider expansion in both electrification and new mobility services.” “It definitely still seems to be unusual, 65 at the same time it is not completely unexpected,” he added.
Still, practical problems remain unsolved, such as getting the go-ahead from regulators and
ensuring the trips are safe as many taxis will be flown without pilots.
参考答案
第一部分阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
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第二节（共5小题；每小题2. 5分，满分12. 5分）
36-40 DEBFA
第二部分语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
41-45 DBABD46-50 ACBDC51-55 ADBAC
第二节（共10小题；每小题1. 5分，满分15分）
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高三英语限时训练二（30分钟，满分100分） 一．（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）(2018全国III卷) 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。 I’m not sure 1 is more frightened, me or the female gorilla (大猩猩) that suddenly appears out of nowhere. I’m walking on a path in the forest in the Central African Republic. Unexpectedly, I’m face-to-face with the gorilla, who begins screaming at 2 top of her lungs. That makes her baby scream, and then a 400-pound male appears. He screams the 3 (loud) of all. The noise shakes the trees as the male beats his chest and charges toward me. I quickly lower myself, ducking my head to avoid 4 (look) directly into his eyes so he doesn’t feel 5 (challenge). My name is Mireya Mayor. I’m a 6 (science) who studies animals such as apes and monkeys. I was searching 7 these three western lowland gorillas I’d been observing. No one had seen them for hours, and my colleagues and I were worried. When the gorillas and I frightened each other, I was just glad to find 8 (they) alive. True to a gorilla’s unaggressive nature, the huge animal 9 (mean) me no real harm. He was just saying: “I’m king of this forest, and here is your reminder!” Once his message was delivered, he allowed me 10 (stay) and watch. 1.____________ 2.____________ 3.____________ 4.____________ 5.____________ 6.____________ 7.____________ 8.____________ 9.____________ 10.____________ 二．（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）(2018年6月浙江卷) Few people I know seem to have much desire or time to cook. Making Chinese 1 (dish) is seen as especially troublesome. Many westerners 2 come to China cook much less than in their own countries once they realize how cheap 3 can be to eat out. I still remember 4 (visit) a friend who’d lived here for five years and I 5 (shock) when I learnt she hadn’t cooked once in all that time. While regularly eating out seems to 6 (become) common for many young people in recent years, it’s not without a cost. The obvious one is money; eating out once or twice a week may be 7 (afford) but doing this most days adds up. There could be an even 8 (high) cost on your health. Researchers have found that there is a direct link between the increase in food eaten outside the home and the rise in 9 (weigh) problems. If you are not going to suffer this problem, then I suggest that the next time you go to your mum’s home 10 dinner, get a few cooking tips from her. Cooking food can be fun. You might also begin to notice the effects not only on your health but in your pocket. 1.____________ 2.____________ 3.____________ 4.____________ 5.____________ 6.____________ 7.____________ 8.____________ 9.____________ 10.____________
华美实验学校 高三英语限时训练（六） 第一部分阅读理解（共9小题；每小题2分，满分18分） 第一节: 阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项中选出最佳选项。 Planning a visit to the UK? Here we help with ways to cut your costs. AVOID BIG EVENTS Big sporting events, concerts and exhibitions can increase the cost of accommodation and make it harder to find a room. A standard double room at the Thistle Brighton on the final Friday of the Brighton Comedy Festival (19 Oct.) cost ￡169.15 at https://www.doczj.com/doc/388664809.html,. A week later, the same room cost ￡118.15. If you can be flexible and want to know dates to avoid—or you?re looking for a big event to pass your time—check out sites such as https://www.doczj.com/doc/388664809.html,, which allow you to search for events in the UK by city, date and category. STAYAWAY FROM THE STATION If traveling to your destination by train, you may want to find a good base close to the station, but you could end up paying more for the sake of convenience at the start of your holiday. Don?t be too choosy about the part of town you stay in. Booking two months in advance, the cheapest room at Travelodge?s Central Euston hotel in London for Saturday 22 September was ￡95.95. A room just a tube journey away at its Covent Garden hotel was ￡75.75. And at Farringdon, a double room cost just ￡62.95. LOOK AFTER YOURSELF Really central hotels in cities such as London, Edinburgh and Cardiff can cost a fortune, especially at weekends and during big events. As an alternative consider checking into a self-catering flat with its own kitchen. Often these flats are hidden away on the top floors of city center buildings. A great example is the historic O?Neill Flat on Edinburgh?s Royal Mile, available for ￡420 for five days in late September, with rooms for four adults. GET ON A BIKE London?s …Boris bikes? have attracted the most attention, but other cities also have similar programmers that let you rent a bicycle and explore at your own pace, saving you on public transport or car parking costs. Among the smaller cities with their own programmers are Newcastle (casual members pay around ￡1.50 for two hours) and Cardiff (free for up to 30 minutes, or ￡5 per day). 1. The Brighton Comedy Festival is mentioned mainly to show big events may ________. A. help travelers pass time B. attract lots of travelers to the UK C. allow travelers to make flexible plans D. cause travelers to pay more for accommodation 2. The passage shows that the O?Neill Flat ________. A. lies on the ground floor B. is located in central London
高三英语限时练（40分钟） （四） 一、语篇填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 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。 If you’re a grandparent, shaking a leg with your grandchild might benefit both of you. That’s the conclusion of a new study from Israel, where researchers examined how dancing together 1 (positive) affected 16 grandmas and granddaughters. They’ve discovered it can encourage exercise and can also 2 (deep) ties between the two generations. Dancing “promoted physical activity even when the body was tired and weak,” said the study author. “This emphasizes the significance of the close and familiar relationship as 3 means to promote new experiences, 4 can occasionally seem impossible for the older person.” The granddaughters teamed 5 their grandmas for three free-form dance sessions. They danced once a week for 10 to 15 minutes in their grandmother’s home. Granddaughters 6 (tell) to mirror their grandmas’ movements, encourage their abilities and let them rest when 7 (need). Videos of the dance sessions, 8 (person) diaries and interviews showed that the sessions led to positive feelings and better mood for the grandmothers. The granddaughters, meanwhile, got a new view on 9 (age). Both groups were grateful and said the dance sessions strengthened 10 (they) bonds, according to the study published recently in the journal Frontiers in Psychology. 1. ______________ 2. ______________ 3. ______________ 4. ______________ 5. ______________ 6. ______________ 7. ______________ 8. ______________ 9. ______________ 10. ______________ 二、读后续写(25分) 阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。 Kevin had been eagerly waiting for the holidays to arrive. His mother had kept on hinting that there would be a big surprise for him during the vacation. Kevin took out his scrapbook (剪贴簿). The exams had just finished, and summer vacation had just started. Now he was free as a bird — free to draw, paint, play basketball, and watch television…anything he wanted to do. Suddenly, the doorbell rang, startling (使惊吓) him. It was his pain of a cousin, Max. “Hi!” screamed Max as he jumped on Kevin’s bed. “I have come to stay here for the holidays.” Kevin had never expected his mother’s surprise to be this bad. If this was the start of his vacation, then the next few weeks were going to be the worst experience of his life. The next few days were horrible for Kevin. After breakfast, Kevin decided to make a painting. Luckily, Max was not around. Kevin spread out all his art supplies and started painting some beautiful scenery. When he was doing the finishing touches, Max entered the room with a Pepsi bottle. He slipped on some water, spilling Pepsi all over the painting and totally ruining it. The next day was even worse. Everything was peaceful until the evening. It all started when Max put the dirty clothes in the washing machine. After some time, Kevin heard some strange sounds from the washing machine. He went to check and found that Max had put his best pair of shoes into the machine, along with the clothes. One day, Kevin was looking through the newspaper when some interesting news caught his attention. He read it aloud: “The world famous philatelist (集邮家) Dick Brown’s stamps were stolen last week from his house. Several other stamp robberies also have taken place, and police suspect that all the robberies are linked.” This piece of news concluded by warning all stamp collectors to keep their stamps safe.
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限时完形+阅读套题训练 第二节完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，共30分） 阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。 One Bite at a Time Stephen was on campus（校园）to register when I first met him. One summer day 36 I was headed over to the administration building, I heard someone call my name. I 37 around and saw Philip, one of my colleagues standing with another young man. As Philip introduced me to the young man, named Stephen, he reminded him that he would be taking one of my 38 , Introduction to Literature. With a somewhat 39 expression, Stephen asked if my class was going to be “hard”. Would he be able to pass? I 40 he was concerned about failing before the 41 day of classes. We talked about what the class would 42 and I saw Stephen’s eyes getting b ig with 43 . Then I remembered a bit of classical dialog: Question: “How do you eat an elephant?” Answer: “One bite at a time.” I told him to 44 his work that way. To do his assignment（作业）, all of them, and to get them in on time. I added that most 45 students I knew made a timetable of all the assignment so they could 46 their workload. As time went on, I learned more of Stephen’s story. He had 47 in middle school. It had taken him longer to finish than most young people. Family members, including his mother, kept reminding him that he was a 48 . Now, in the face of their negative-saying he had been admitted into college. He told me that before coming to our campus no one had believed he had much 49 . S tephen didn’t become an “A”student. He didn’t make any honor rolls. Still, he managed to 50 most of his courses by being in class every day, turning in all of his assignment on time and breaking down his studying into 51 digestible parts. By passing course after course he began to gain a measure of self-respect. He was a great singer and he was 52 the school’s cross-country team. Every time I saw him on campus, he would brighten up and say, “O ne bite at a time.”Whenever he introduced me to his friends, he would tell them that he was 53 when he was supposed to be failing. His 54 , he said, was that he was 55 what I taught him before classes ever started: “Take it one bite at a time.” 36. A. after B. when C. until D. once 37. A. turned B. sat C. moved D. went 38. A. jobs B. tests C. classes D. projects
高三英语限时练习九 完形填空（时间：10分钟） A seeker asks, “I want to make a difference in the world, but there are so many causes crying for attention that I feel deeply confused. I don't know where to put my energy to have the greatest 21 . Where do I begin?” Lynn Answers: There is no one “ 22 ” place to begin. Each of us has a different 23 place, and the place where we will be of greatest service has to do with where we most want to 24 . If we want to have an effect on the world around us, it's important to 25 what I think of as our "Area of Power." Our Area of Power is where we feel the most passion to act and have the most 26 that results are 27 . If we pray for world peace, but have no vision of what this would look like and no faith that our 28 will help, our effect is less than if we pray for peace and harmony in our own 29 with a clear picture of what this means and excitement that healing is possible. Without faith that we can 30 , our power to help is decreased. 21. A. power B. ease C. effect D. result 22. A. right B. real C. similar D. exact 23. A. amusing B. ending C. starting D. finishing 24. A. give B. live C. act D. dream 25. A. work B. regard C. consider D. identify 26. A. power B. peace C. faith D. energy 27. A. visible B. possible C. reasonable D. accessible 28. A. prayers B. players C. seekers D. watchers 29. A. language B. way C. world D. family 30. A. make an effort B. make it C. make a difference D. make ends meet
A Famous centenarians (百岁老人) still active in arts, science are in no mood to retire. "Those who stand still, die," is one of Oliveira's favorite phrases. He knows from experience what it means, as the Portuguese film director has reached the age of 102 and is still active in his profession. Every year, Oliveira shoots a film and is currently working on his next project. "You have to work, work, work in order to forget that death is not far away," he said. When asked about his age, Oliveira said with some humility: "It's down to mother nature. It gave to me what it took from others." Being both mentally and physically fit in old age is partly a matter of luck, but it also has something to do with character. Not every white-haired person is wise and social skills, openness and the ability to train the brain are essential for senior citizens. Along with the architect Oscar Niemeyer (103), Nobel laureate Montalcini (101) and director Kurt Maetzig (100), Oliveira is one of those people of whom it would be very wrong to think as members of a listless elderly generation. Another master in his profession is the architect Oscar Niemeyer. The 103-year-old Brazilian is best known for his futuristic-looking（未来派的）buildings in Brasilia, but he also speaks out on behalf of the poor. "The role of the architect is to struggle for a better world where we can develop a form of architecture that serves everyone and not just a privileged few," said Niemeyer recently. He spends almost every day working in his office in Copacabana, and even when he falls ill he keeps working on ideas: After a gallbladder (胆囊) operation he composed a samba tune (桑巴舞曲) in the clinic. Another man who could sing a song about age is 107-year-old Heesters. The Dutch-born opera singer spent most of his life performing in Germany, where he still works. Recently Heesters said: "I want to be at least 108-years-old." He also plans to keep performing. "Should I just sit at home and wait until they come and pick me up?" Heesters has not given up trying to add to his tally of awards and is looking for a "good stage role". Italian scientist Rita Levi-Montalcini, who is 101-year-old and is still active in medical science, has described the force that keeps driving her on: "Progress is created through imperfection." In 1986 she and her lab colleague were awarded the Nobel Prize for Medicine for their work on nerve growth factor. She's convinced that humans grow on challenges.
限时规范练35(选修6Module5) 核心素养关键词:培养学生人与社会、克隆科技的素养能力意识 一、阅读理解 A The news that researchers have used cloning to make human embryos for the purpose of producing stem cells may have some people wondering if it would ever be possible to clone a person.Although it would be immoral,experts say it is likely biologically possible to clone a human being.Since the 1950s when researchers cloned a frog,scientists have cloned dozens of animal species,including mice,cats,sheep,pigs and cows. With mice,researchers are able to use thousands of eggs,and conduct many experiments,to work out these problems.“It’s a numbers game,” said Dr.Robert Lanza,the chief scientific officer at a biotech company.“But with primates (灵长类动物),eggs are very precious,and it is not easy to get them to conduct experiments.” In addition,researchers can’t simply apply what they’ve learned from cloning mice or cows to cloning people.Cloning an animal requires that researchers remove proteins that are necessary to help cells divide.In mice,this isn’t a problem,because the embryo that is created is able to make these proteins again.But primates aren’t able to do this,and researchers think it may be one reason that attempts to clone monkeys have failed. What’s more,cloned animals often have different kinds of abnormalities.These abnormalities are common because cloned embryos have just one parent rather than two,which means that a process known as “imprinting (印记)” does not occur properly in cloned embryos. “Problems with imprinting can result in extremely large embryos,which leads to problems with blood flow for the baby,” Lanza said.“The extremely high rate of death and the developmental abnormalities from cloning make cloning people immoral.It’s like sending your baby up in a rocket knowing there’s a 50-50 chance that it’s going to explode.” 1.What can we learn from Paragraph 1? A.Animal cloning is illegal. B.Human cloning is possible. C.Human embryos may have new functions. D.Animal embryos can be used for medicine. 2.How does the author develop Paragraph 2? A.By making comparisons. B.By showing processes. C.By offering analyses. D.By using statistics. 3.How were the experiments on cloning monkeys?
金沙高级中学高三英语限时训练三 总分80分 第一部分阅读（共两节，满分50分） 第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5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。 A The Best Silk Road Tour Silk Road, a business and trade route, originates from the ancient China and connects with the Asian, African and European countries. Our well-designed Silk Road tour package will never let you down. Departure City: Shanghai Guide & Driver: English-speaking guide, experienced driver with an air-conditioned vehicle Meals: 12 western buffet breakfasts, 6 lunches with some being a la carte (点菜) style Tour Highlights: ?Must-see sights in China—Terracotta Warriors, Famen Temple, Dunhuang Mogao Caves, Maiji Caves, Jiayuguan Pass and Mutianyu Great Wall ?Trace back to the Silk Road of 2,000 years ago & learn about the culture and history ?Marvel at the art treasure—Mogao Caves & enjoy an exciting camel riding in the Gobi Desert We Guarantee 100% No Shopping Stops! ? Prices are per person in US Dollars. ? Any parts of the tour length, activities or hotels can be tailored to your individual interests. Are you ready to follow the footsteps of the ancients to explore this mysterious land now? 21. What will people do on the tour? A. Appreciate the ancient heritage. B. Ride on camels all the way. C. Stay a few nights in caves. D. Do a lot of shopping. 22. Which of the following is most likely to join the tour? A. A Beijing businessman good at golf. B. A Japanese model loving fashion. C. A Yunnan biologist interested in birds. D. An American student learning history.