衡阳县第四中学2023-2024年高三4月月考
英语试题
本试卷满分150分，考试用时120分钟。
注意事项：
1. 答卷前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在答题卡上。
2. 回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。 如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡 上。写在本试卷上无效。
第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)
做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答
案转涂到答题卡上。
第一节(共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分)
听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的 A、B、C 三个选项中选出最 佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小 题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。
例：How much is the shirt
A. 19.15. B. 9.18. C. 9.15
答案是 C。
1.What will the woman do tomorrow
A.Visit a school. B.See an exhibition. C.Watch a performance.
2.What does the man dislike about the movie
A.The actors. B.The ending C.The music.
3.Why did Mike go to China
A.To have a business trip. B.To meet with his boss. C.To learn about tea culture.
4.Where is the woman probably
A.At a restaurant. B.In an office C.At home
5.What are the speakers talking about
A.TV programs B.Free-time activities. C.Some athletes
第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个 选项中选出最佳选项。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟， 听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6.What is the man's attitude towards the woman
A.Concerned. B.Disappointed C.Grateful.
7.What will the man do next
A.Get his ticket checked. . B.See off the woman. C.Book a ticket.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8.What is the research most probably about
A.Old people's life. B.Generation Z's features. C.The problem of loneliness.
9.What does the woman think of Mark
A.Unfriendly B.Unhappy. C.Unpopular.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10.How will the woman deal with the problem on the front page
A.Make the letters larger. B.Delete the pool design. C.Leave the page blank.
11.On which page will the woman add a picture
A.Page 2. B.Page 4. C.Page 5.
12.What color was the print of the prices at first
A.Black. B.Red. C.Blue.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13.What do we know about the car
A.It interests the woman. B.It is owned by the man. C.It easily shows the dirt.
14.What is the final purchase price of the car
A. 1,000. B. 1,100. C. 1,250.
15.What needs to be changed at once
A.A headlight. B.A tyre. C.A wiper.
16.When will the woman's brother come to see the car
A.On Tuesday. B.On Wednesday C.On Thursday
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17.What does Camber's Park highlight
A.Exciting rides. B.Zero entrance fee. C.Educational experience.
18.When was the park built
A.In 1980. B.In 1997. C.In 2004.
19.Which ride needs extra money
A.River Adventure. B.Swoop Slide. C.Jungle Jim Rollercoaster.
20.What is a requirement for Jungle Jim Rollercoaster riders
A.Reaching a certain age. B.Fastening safety belts. C.Wearing long trousers.
第二部分 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
Birmingham is the second largest city of the United Kingdom. It lies near the geographic center of England. It’s one of England’s major industrial and commercial areas. Here’re some places in Birmingham you may be interested in living in.
Solihull
Located 7.5 miles southeast of Birmingham, Solihull offers the best of both worlds for the perfect combination of city and country living. With several top-rated schools, Solihull is a perfect location for families, and with over 1,500acres of parks, there’re plenty of green spaces to keep the kids entertained as well. With easy transport links into Birmingham, it’s a great choice for commuters (通勤人员) and what’s more, Birmingham Airport is located in Solihull.
Erdington
Situated five miles northeast of the city center, Erdington has to be one of the best places to live in and around Birmingham. This is a very well-connected city suburb, with easy motorway access, great bus links and a railway station on the Cross City Line.
Digbeth
If you’re looking to buy your first home in Birmingham, Digbeth could be the perfect choice. The area is a hub for the creative industry, with the Custard Factory and Fazeley Studios both hosting a huge variety of digital and cultural businesses. It’s very tolerant of all kinds of culture, making it one of the most dynamic places to live in.
Edgbaston
Edgbaston is one of the richest areas in Birmingham, well-known for its green spaces and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. There’re many other attractions for those not interested in sports, including the pretty Victorian campus of Birmingham University and multiple Michelin-starred restaurants. It is a suitable place to live in.
21. What’s special about Solihull
A. It is very suitable for the old. B It has the largest park in Birmingham.
C. It is the trading center of Birmingham. D. It shows the mix of rural and urban life.
22. Which place presents cultural diversity
A. Digbeth. B. Erdington. C. Edgbaston. D. Solihull.
23. What is the author trying to persuade readers to do in Birmingham
A. Attend university. B. Go on a tour. C. Buy houses. D. Start businesses.
B
Would you take a trip if you couldn't use your cellphone A new tour company called Off the Grid is asking travellers to put their cellphones away and not even use them for photos. The company founder,Zach Beattie,is developing his business,using money he saved from a tech job at a mapping company.He's hired guides for every trip but will help lead the first few himself.
The first trip is to Lisbon,Portugal,in July.It takes 7 to 10 days,with small groups of up to 16people.Prices range from $1,500 to $1,650,including accommodations,meals and ground transportation.The plan includes at least three excursions(远足) and two social events, with an emphasis on unique experiences over bucket-list sightseeing.The tour also includes surfing lessons,yoga on the beach,a day of sailing and dinner with a local family.
“When you're somewhere new,there's a lot to see and a lot of cool and interesting people to meet,”Beatie said.“Your phone can distract(使分心)you.”The phone ban won't be enforced quite as strictly as it seems at first glance.“We want it to be voluntary,"he said."We're not collecting phones and throwing them in a locked trunk.It's held by you,but put in your pocket,and you state your intentions for the week,whether that's checking your social media once or twice a day or a total blackout.”
Tour-goers also get a“dumbphone”without Internet access that's loaded with numbers for group leaders and other participants,both for emergencies and to promote socializing. Participants may bring regular cameras,but Beattie is hiring a photographer for each tour so there will be plenty of photos to remember the trip.Once the trip is over,participants will have access to those photos for use in social media posts.
24.What can be learned about Zach Beattie
A.He set up his business at his own expense. B.He is always guiding every trip personally.
C.He forbids tourists to take along cellphones. D.He used to earn his living in a tour company.
25.What do we know about the Lisbon trip
A.The trip features sightseeing. B.Participants live in homestays.
C.Air ticket is covered in the cost. D.Tourists experience water sports.
26.What does Zach Beattie expect the participants to do
A.Lock their phones in a trunk. B.Post their photos on social media.
C.Free themselves from their phones. D.Shift their focus onto dumbphones.
27.What can tour-goers do with the dumbphone
A.Take photos. B.Access the Internet.
C.Record the trip. D.Contact group members.
C
A British company has proposed releasing a GM (genetically modified) strain of the diamondback moth （菱形斑纹蛾）, which has been developed to help reduce the population of these vegetable-eating insects.
Male diamondback moths carrying a deadly gene would be released which would cause their offsprings（后代）to die almost immediately. Then the fall in their numbers could help to increase crop yields for farmers.
Oxitec, the company which came up with the idea, hopes to begin trials next year but faces opposition from groups who say the untested technology could threaten wildlife and human health.
“Mass releases of GM insects into the British countryside would be impossible to recall if anything went wrong. Changing one part of an ecosystem can have knock-on effects on others in ways that are poorly understood. This could include an increase in different types of pests. Wildlife that feeds on insects could be harmed if there are changes to their food supply,” said Dr Helen Wallace, the director of Gene-Watch UK, who has sat on government advisory bodies.
Hadyn Parry, Oxitec’s chief executive, said there was demand from farmers for the technology and that using GM insects to kill the pests that feed on food crops is better for the environment than chemical sprays. The firm, which is supported by grants from the taxpayer, is developing a number of GM insects that would be used in Britain and around the world to protect crops and combat disease in humans.
Oxitec has contacted the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to ask what controls, if any, should be put in place around GM moth trials. A spokesman said that while its officials and advisers have discussed Oxitec’s plans, there is yet to be a formal application for a trial. Consequently the department has not reached a view on whether it should go ahead.
28．People strongly object to the idea mainly because they think ______.
A．the technology won’t be as effective as chemical sprays
B．the technology may bring about knock-on effects on insects
C．the technology won’t be well controlled
D．the technology may not be good for wildlife and human health
29．What is Dr Helen Wallace’s attitude towards the idea
A．Disapproving. B．Positive. C．Doubtful. D．Not mentioned.
30．The underlined word “combat” in the fifth paragraph can be replaced by “______”.
A．struggle B．avoid C．fight D．contract
31．Which of the following can be learned from the text
A．Oxitec still hasn’t formed any plans to control the trials.
B．Oxitec has decided to begin the trial this year.
C．Taxpayers will not continue to support Oxitec’s research.
D．Farmers prefer GM insects to chemical sprays.
D
Nature has the power to alter an element’s identity with time and space. This is evident by the transformative effect Britain’s deep coal mines have been showing after decades of being one of the biggest reasons for pollution. Now, they’re being employed to supply green energy to the town of Gateshead. The town is the first place to experience something like this in the country, but the success of the phenomenon has encouraged the authorities to apply it to other towns.
In 2021, coal was just producing 2% of electricity in the UK. Most of the electricity in the country is being supplied through oil and gas. This has resulted in massive abandoned coal mines all across the country. As years went by, these mines were flooded with water, making it a source of geothermal（地热的） energy, which is used to generate heat and electricity. Gateshead hosts such a mine in its town, whose council, therefore, launched a mine water project in March 2023.
The authorities put in a large central heat pump in the mine. Mine water can often sit with a temperature of 45℃. The water is then pumped using appliances to home heat pumps. The process increases the temperature further. The water then goes ahead and warms up the interior space and home water supply. After the heat from the water has been used, it’s sent back to the mine where it again goes through the same process. The project has been successful in supplying low-carbon heating to 350 high-rise buildings, a college and several office buildings.
“Recovering heat from mine water below the ground within abandoned coal mines provides an exciting opportunity to generate a low-carbon secure supply of heat, benefitting people living or working in buildings on the coalfields,” said Gareth Farr, head of heat and by-product innovation at the Coal Authority.
The water resources through the mines are estimated to be two billion cubic meters or half the amount of water in Loch Ness. Farr added, “With many millions of people living upon abandoned coalfields in Great Britain, the potential for mine water heat could be significant.”
32. What does the town of Gateshead feature
A. It’s been one of the most heavily polluted areas.
B. It has the most deep coal mines nationally.
C. It mainly relies on geothermal energy.
D. It is the first one to reuse abandoned coal mines.
33. Why were many coal mines abandoned in the UK
A. They were quite remote. B. Prices of coal declined a lot.
C. There weren’t enough miners. D. The UK prioritizes cleaner energy.
34. What is implied in the last paragraph
A. The number of abandoned coal mines is stably increasing.
B. The future of sourcing energy from coal mines is promising.
C. The dependence on water resources in the UK is decreasing.
D. The technique to take advantage of mine water is impressive.
35. What is the text mainly about
A. An innovative way to obtain green energy.
B. A method of living in harmony with nature.
C. A national project for abandoned facilities.
D. A discussion on the future of coal mines.
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。
Is going alone in an unknown area the right way to go, or do you want a tour guide to show you the highlights I think that you can combine the two ways in one trip and have the best of both worlds. ____36____ The best purchase we made was for a bus tour that would take us around the capital and point out all the main sites. That allowed us the next day to travel on foot to the ones we especially wanted to see.
Let’s look at the San Francisco Bay Area which is another one of my favorite vacation spots. Some areas are so familiar to tourists that it’s possible to view the attractions on your own. ____37____ Fisherman’s Wharf and Pier 39 are good examples. Just by walking a few blocks, you can tour Aquarium of the Bay and the Riptide Arcade on Pier 39.
____38____ If you go to Alcatraz Island, you have a choice of going alone, having a live tour guide or being guided by earphones. I would recommend the live tour guides. I went all three ways, and I received more enjoyment by someone telling me items interest I know I had missed on previous tours. ____39____ It gives you a behind-the-scenes look of colorful Chinatown. The tour covers history, traditions of the local people and culture that you probably wouldn’t know or see by travelling alone.
You can go alone to attractions or take a guided tour. It’s your choice and you can choose whichever would give you the most memorable experience. ____40____
A. I recommend both.
B. It’s possible to drive to the area and go alone.
C. One trip we recently took was to Washington DC.
D. Some attractions are worth having a tour guide for.
E. Chinatown Walking Tours are a tour-guided must-see.
F. That allows you to take your time and go at your own pace.
G. The tour guides know what we have never found out on our own.
第三部分 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。
A few days before my high school ended,I was sitting in my English class.My classmates were talking about who would be the first person to shed tears at 41 .Then,everyone looked at me,and I began to 42 right then and there.I am not an emotional person, but the 43 of leaving this place hit me hard.I never knew how much this building and the people in it 44 to me,until my last days.
High school isn't for everyone,but there is something for everyone in high school.You just have to 45 out what your“thing”is.I 46 found my“thing”in high school and that was Student Government.For once I had a(n) 47 .I served as the representative of my class,and it gave me a 48 to convey not only my own,but my classmates' 49 to teachers and our school.
But there were a lot of times when I felt 50 .I sat in the classroom looking at the clock, 51 for the end of school day.I 52 the days until summer like it was my job.But now I 53 I could take back all of those moments.
My biggest 54 to anyone still in high school is to make your school a place where you want to go.High school goes by very quickly.You only get one chance to be a high schooler,so take 55 of it.
41.A.school B.graduation C.break D.random
42.A.cry B.lie C.sing D.sigh
43.A.proposal B.option C.possibility D.thought
44.A.meant B.replied C.reacted D.faded
45.A.bring B.figure C.cross D.carry
46.A.anxiously B.bravely C,luckily D.initially
47.A.organization B.impression C.voice D.discovery
48.A.benefit B.chance C.challenge D.purpose
49.A.objectives B.principles C.concerns D.updates
50.A.disturbed B.sheltered C.alarmed D.inspired
51.A.applauding B.searching C.fighting D.longing
52.A.counted down B.went through C.set aside D.put off
53.A.promise B.assume C.pray D.realize
54.A.support B.advice C.rule D.warning
55.A.account B.notice C.control D.advantage
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。
Shoushan Stone was first discovered in Shoushan,Fuzhou.For centuries,craftsmen have been carving stones primarily 56 (mine)from the Shoushan village.The stones are carved 57 figures,animals and many other artworks.
The Charm of Shoushan Stone, 58 ongoing exhibition at the National Art Museum of China, 59 (gather)antique and modern objects which introduce the tradition of stone carving in Fujian.It offers a visual introduction to both the fine quality of Shoushan Stone and the superb skills required 60 (process)it.On show at the exhibition are seals(印 章) made from excellent examples of the stone, 61 were sought after among the literati(文人墨客) of the Ming and Qing dynasties.There are also mini sculptures which show craftsmen's different 62 (approach)to carving Shoushan Stone based on its rich color schemes:a red and yellow stone that is suitable for sculpting mountains,flowers and fruits,a black one for trees and stones 63 a grey one for clouds.
So far,Shoushan Stone, 64 (official)named“China National Stone”, 65 (become)a symbol of elegance,dignity and wisdom,which is worthy of collection.
第四部分 写作(两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是李华，英语课上，老师要求大家分组讨论使用电子设备阅读的现象。请你作为小组代表，写一篇短文，内容包括：
1. 优点与缺点;
2. 合理建议。
注意：
1. 写作词数应为80左右;
2. 题目和首句已为你写好, 不计人总词数。
Make Better Use of Digital Reading
Nowadays, digital reading is becoming increasingly popular.
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第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。
In our family, we have a beloved pet named Max, a golden retriever （寻回犬） with a heart of gold. Max has been an integral part of our family for the past five years, bringing joy, laughter, and countless precious memories into our lives. His intelligence and adorable personality never fail to bring joy and laughter into our lives. Every day, when I come home from school, Max greets me at the door with his tail wagging and his eyes sparkling with excitement. He always seems to know when I need a comforting presence, and his playful bahavior never fails to cheer me up.
Max’s intelligence is truly remarkable. He has learned numerous tricks and commands over the years, and he never ceases to amaze us with his problem-solving skills. One time, I accidentally dropped his favorite toy behind the couch, and without any prompting （提示）, Max fetched a stick and used it to fish the toy out. His creativity and resourcefulness never fail to impress us.
Max’s playful personality brings endless joy and laughter into our family. Whether we are flying disc in the backyard or going for walks in the park, Max is always ready for a good time. His boundless energy and enthusiasm are contagious （有感染力的）, and he has a way of making even the simplest activity feel like an adventure. His playful barks and exaggerated jumps when he’s trying to catch a ball never fail to make us laugh.
Max’s ability to sense our emotions and respond with love and affection is truly remarkable. He seems to know when we are feeling down or stressed and always finds a way to comfort us. One warm summer evening, as the sun was beginning to set, I was sitting comfortably in my living room, buried in a captivating book. Max, my loyal golden retriever, was lying peacefully beside me, enjoying a well-deserved nap. However, as the day drew to a close, Max suddenly sprang to his feet, his ears got a lift, and his eyes fixed intently on something outside the window. Without warning, he let out a series of loud, urgent barks, as if trying to alert me to a potential threat or disturbance. Alarmed by his sudden outburst, I set my book aside and joined Max at the window, curious to see what had caught his attention.
注意：
1．续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式在答题卡的相应位置作答。
As I approached the window, I witnessed my elderly neighbor. Mr. Thompson, lying motionless in his backyard. _______________________________________________________
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In the days following Mr. Thompson’s accident, Max and I visited him at the hospital as often as we could. ____________________________________________________________________
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英语参考答案
听力：CBACB CACBA CABBA CCBAB
阅读21. D 22. A 23. C 24.A 25.D 26.C 27.D 28．D。29．A。30．C。31．A。
D 33. D 34. B 35. A 36. C 37. F 38. D 39. E 40. A
B 42.A 43.D 44.A 45.B 46.C 47.C 48.B 49.C 50.A
D 52.A 53.C 54.B 55.D
mined 57.into 58.an 59.gathers 60.to process 61.which 62.approaches 63.and 64.officially 65.has become
写作
66.
Make Better Use of Digital Reading
Nowadays, digital reading is becoming increasingly popular. It offers several advantages and drawbacks.
On one hand, digital reading provides great convenience, allowing us to carry an entire library with us. Additionally, it enhances the experience with interactive elements such as videos. However, potential distractions from other apps on the device can be a drawback. Furthermore, some argue that the lack of physical books takes away the sensory experience and emotional connection with reading.
In my opinion, we should develop digital discipline and strike a balance by occasionally incorporating traditional books into our reading. By enjoying the benefits and minimizing the drawbacks, we can fully enjoy digital reading.
67.第二节
【参考范文】
As I approached the window, I witnessed my elderly neighbor, Mr. Thompson, lying motionless in his backyard. Without hesitation, I rushed outside, with Max following closely behind. Quickly assessing the situation, I dialed emergency services and requested immediate assistance. While waiting for the ambulance to arrive, I tried to comfort Mr. Thompson, who appeared to be unconscious. Max, sensing the urgency of the situation, remained by our side, his presence providing a sense of calm and reassurance. Within minutes, the ambulance arrived, and the doctors quickly attended to Mr. Thompson.
In the days following Mr. Thompson’s accident, Max and I visited him at the hospital as often as we could. Max’s presence seemed to uplift Mr. Thompson’s spirits, and he expressed his gratitude for our timely intervention. He shared that he had been feeling lonely and isolated since his wife passed away, and Max’s companionship brought him a lot of joy. Undoubtedly Max was not only a cherished member of our family but also a guardian angel to those in need. We realized that pets are not just companions but also invaluable members of our family, capable of extraordinary acts of kindness and bravery.
