2022年3月福州市高中畢業(yè)班質量檢測英語試題

閱讀理解

• 1．With the attractive scenery and the possibility of a monster （怪物） sighting，Loch Ness is the one of those rare destinations that engages everyone.
     Urquhart Castle
     Captured by Edward 1 in 1296，this prized castle changed hands between the Scots and English on several occasions.Though ruined today，it's still possible to climb the Grant Tower and visit the battlements and prison cells.A cafe and visitor centre offer modern facilities in historic surroundings.
     The Loch Ness Centre
     For those who wish to digest the complete history of Loch Ness，this centre is particularly good at documenting the history of this mysterious stretch of water，including many attempts to search for Nessie，the infamous monster.It also holds curious artifacts （古器物） such as the diving suit worn by Lloyd Scott when he undertook his underwater marathon.
     The Clansman Centre
     At the south end of Loch Ness，this attraction uncovers the truth surrounding 18th-century family life.Audience members get the opportunity to put on Highland dress and there's a demonstration on how weapons were used.The presentations take place within the recreated interior of a Highland house，adding atmosphere and authenticity （真實）.
     South Loch Ness Trail
     This 36-mile route invites hikers along the quieter south side of Loch Ness，passing through three villages，and taking in the Falls of Foyers.Walkers hike a mix of minor roads and forest tracks，with highlights including Suidhe Viewpoint （a mountainous view at 1，200 feet）.If it sounds too easygoing，then consider the Loch Ness 360° Trail instead for a more challenging，80-mile route.
  
  （1）Which place best suits visitors interested in Nessie？

  
  A．Urquhart Castle.
  B．The Loch Ness Centre.
  C．The Clansman Centre.
  D．South Loch Ness Trail.
  （2）What is special about the Clansman Centre？

  
  A．It provides a genuine scene.
  B．It displays fascinating scenery.
  C．It exhibits entertaining artifacts.
  D．It possesses modern conveniences.
  （3）Which of the following would a tourist choose if he wants to challenge himself？

  
  A．Seeking the Falls of Foyers.
  B．Walking along the quieter side.
  C．Hiking the Loch Ness 360° Trail.
  D．Searching a mix of minor roads and tracks.
  組卷：11引用：5難度：0.5

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• 2．Tracy Garrett was the Mr Fix-it of a village where I lived for two years.I heard about mysterious doings of his late wife，Minnie.There were stories of someone who had got into trouble a proper amount of money would cure，and each ended on the same strange note： "Minnie is in hock again."
     I tried to talk with locals to solve the mystery.But at a newcomer's spying curiosity，the villagers always avoided the issue with New England reservation.It left me completely in the dark.
     Soon I began having troubles of my own.My daughter had an expensive operation，but the money I had counted on didn't come in.
     One day Garrett came to fix my sink，which never worked properly.Working silently for a while，he looked at me and said， "Understand you've been having a little trouble." I was feeling bitter，but still talked it out. "Then it's time you met Minnie，" he said decisively.
     I felt a bit scared and was prepared for anything，but all that happened was that he took out a tired-looking 1000 bank-note.Roughly printed on it was：MINNIE."All you dois take Minnie to the bank and put her up for loan for any amount up to 1000.You pay the bank their regular rate of interest，and then Minnie comes back to me." He continued. "Minnie loved this village，and she wanted to keep on helping people after she was gone."
     I began to understand why the town folk had been so secretive.They didn't know whether I could be trusted with a secret so precious.
     Though I moved away later，I would like to believe Minnie is still in circulation （流通）.Minnie strikes me as the kind of woman who goes on for ever.
  
  （1）Who was Tracy Garrett？

  
  A．A banker.
  B．A doctor.
  C．A repairman.
  D．A gardener.
  （2）What is Para.2 mainly about？

  
  A．Little was reserved for Minnie.
  B．"I" failed to uncover the mystery.
  C．The locals were curious about newcomers.
  D．Minnie was talked about a lot in the village.
  （3）How did "I" get out of the trouble？

  
  A．He took Minnie to the bank.
  B．He turned to Garrett for help.
  C．He borrowed money from Minnie.
  D．He loaned on Minnie's guarantee.
  （4）Which of the following best conveys the message？

  
  A．Kindness is the key that unlocks the heart.
  B．He who plants kindness gathers love.
  C．A little kindness goes a long way.
  D．It is in giving that we receive.
  組卷：3引用：1難度：0.7

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• 3．When I stepped into the Samcheong Park Library in Seoul，I saw the future.The simple building had a nice selection of books and a cafe where readers could enjoy coffee while gazing at the leaves outside.It was specifically designed without any latest technology.
     "What's so innovative about that？" a librarian in Toronto asked when I showed her pictures.Innovation to her meant digital technology，like 3 D printers. "Why couldn't they both be innovative？" I asked.
     We are constantly told that innovation is the most important force in our economy，without which we would be left behind.But that fear of missing out has led us to fall into the false trappings of innovation over truly innovative ideas that may be simpler and more effective.This mindset implies that if you just buy the new thing，you have innovated!Each year，businesses and individuals run around like broken toy robots，trying to figure out their strategy for the latest buzzword equipment.
     At best，this is a waste of resources.Devices are bought，used and abandoned，as the technology's capabilities fall short of its promise.But at its worst，this approach can truly cause damage.Schools cut field trips to purchase tablets with few proven benefits.Companies that applied A．I.into hiring have actually strengthened gender and racial prejudices.
     True innovation isn't just some magic devices.It is a continuing process of reflection and reassessment，which often means adopting "old" ideas and tools in a new context，or even returning to methods that worked in the past.Adjusted properly，these rearview （后視的） innovations have proved as transformative as novel technologies.
     Look no farther than the streets of New York，which have been redesigned recently to accommodate cyclists with car-free zones.The idea isn't new.It was created half a century ago，with the aim of bringing cities back to their residents.And while e-reader sales have been exploding，Penguin just announced it would publish tiny printed books，an ideal solution for a market demanding both convenience and physicality.
  
  （1）Why is a librarian mentioned？

  
  A．To set an example.
  B．To cite an authority.
  C．To make a prediction.
  D．To present an argument.
  （2）What does the underlined "buzzword" mean in Para.3？

  
  A．Fashionable.
  B．Affordable.
  C．Practical.
  D．Imaginative.
  （3）What does the writer agree with about innovation？

  
  A．Wasted resources lead to innovation.
  B．Magic devices encourage innovation.
  C．Innovation should be human-centered.
  D．The power of technology is undervalued.
  （4）What is probably the best title of the text？

  
  A．Innovation Is Not That Expensive
  B．Future Lies in Returning to the Past
  C．Some Best Ideas Are in the Rearview Mirror
  D．Innovation：the Most Important Force in Economy
  組卷：7引用：3難度：0.6

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申請信

• 8．假設你是李華，你校即將舉辦以"福文化"為主題的中外學生交流活動，正在招募志愿者，請你根據(jù)以下內容，寫一封申請信。
  （1）寫信目的；
  （2）自我介紹；
  （3）希望獲準。
  注意：
  （1）詞數(shù)80左右；
  （2）信件開頭結尾已給出，不計入總詞數(shù)；
  （3）不得出現(xiàn)真實姓名和學校名字；
  （4）請按如下格式在答題卡的相應位置作答。
  
  Dear Sir，
  _______
  Yours sincerely，
  Li Hua
  組卷：6引用：1難度：0.5

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讀后續(xù)寫

• 9．閱讀下面材料，根據(jù)其內容和所給段落開頭語續(xù)寫兩段，使之構成一篇完整的短文。
      It was my twelfth birthday，and what I really wanted most was a new bicycle.But I knew that my family couldn't afford one，so I settled for a bedside table with lockable drawers，a safe place to keep my private stuff.
      We went to the charity shop where we found an old dark one.It didn't look too cool，but I thought that I would paint it to make it look better.
      After we took it home，I was getting ready to paint it.When I pulled the drawers out.I felt something stuck to the back.I reached in all the way，and guess what？A sealed bag with some papers in it.
      When I opened the bag，I realized that the papers were official documents.And，wrapped in them were a bunch of ten and twenty dollar bills!Talk about finding a treasure!And on my birthday!
      "Is this some kind of joke？" I said aloud.I went ahead and read the papers，and it turned out to be a will.Some old lady was leaving her savings for her son and grandchildren.
      My mind was going crazy.Was I the luckiest twelve-year-old ever？With this money I could buy the coolest bicycle.Who knows？
      I began counting.When I reached a thousand dollars，my mother was knocking on my bedroom door.I quickly closed the drawer with the money in it.
      "Do you want some help？Is everything all right？" she asked.
      No，everything was not right.Actually，my stomach was growling （低吼）.
      "I'm okay，" I lied.
      When my mother left my room，I lay on my bed，starting thinking.What a dilemma （窘境）!I wished there were some one I could talk with.Could I keep it and get all kinds of stuff for me and my family？It wouldn't be too bad for me to keep it，if I shared it...right？Thoughts ran through my mind.But I really didn't need someone else to give me the answer.
  注意：
  1.續(xù)寫詞數(shù)應為150左右；
  2.請按格式在答題卡的相應位置作答。
  I finally made a decision and called my parents into my bedroom.___________
  Though surprised，the shop owner helped find the family's telephone number.____________
  組卷：29引用：7難度：0.1

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