广东肇庆中学2025届高三9月月考英语试卷
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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和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
The world awaits. Where will you go next The following are among the most exciting destinations to visit. Grab your bags and go!
Puebln, Mexico
Founded in 1931, the Mexico’s fourth-largest city is a stronghold of Baroque architecture. In Puebla’s city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, there are a large number of gorgeous 17th-and 18th-century Baroque buildings. Many are decorated with colored titles, the use of which illustrates the combination of Puebla’s local and European colonial styles. In 2017, an earthquake shook the area, leading to restorations of facilities throughout the city afterward. Despite that, Puebla remains rooted in tradition.
Telě, Czech Republic
The storybook town was probably founded in the mid-14th century. Stone walls and a system of man-made ponds help protect Telěhistoric town center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The triangular market square is bordered by a rainbow of light-colored houses, which were originally built of wood and rebuilt in stone after a fire in the late 14 century.
G bekli Tope, Turkey
Estimated to date back to the 10th-9th millennia B.C, the monumental limestone pillars at G bekli Tepe had been hiding in plain sight for several thousand years. The detailed exploration of these giant stones only began in the 1990s. What have been revealed—primarily massive stones decorated with bas-reliefs (浅浮雕) of animal—comprise the world’s oldest known temple complex. The extraordinary discoveries made here have rewritten the story of how the first civilizations began.
Guatemn
Archaeologists have found long- hidden ruins of an extensive pre- Columbian civilization here, confirming that Guatemala is the place to dive into Mayan culture, then and now. Ancient roots run particularly deep in the northernmost Petén region. In modern, multicultural Guatemala, people with Mayan origin make up about half the population, making the country the only one in Central America with a native cultural majority.
1. Where can tourists enjoy architecture exhibiting a combination of native and foreign styles
A. Guatemala. B. G bekli Tepe, Turkey.
C. Puebla, Mexico D. Telě, Czech Republic.
2. What has made Guatemala special
A. The long-hidden ruins.
B. The deeply rooted Mayan culture.
C. The modern and multicultural society.
D. The only Central American country with Mayan population.
3. According to the text what do the above destinations have in common
A. They have historic sites. B. They are in Central America.
C They were once destroyed by fire. D. They were discovered in recent decades.
B
Every holiday season, Patricia Gallagher fills her car with stuffed animals and drives around Philadelphia. She gives them not to kids but to seniors.
Patricia’s holiday tradition started in 2009. “I just got this idea to call two nursing homes at random and ask if I could come and read it was the Night Before Christmas,” she said. She brought some of her kids’ stuffed animals for the seniors to hold while she read. “But when I went to gather them and take them back to go to the next nursing home, nobody wanted to give up their stuffed animals,” she added. It was then and there that she realized the power of a simple holiday gift.
Patricia wanted to continue her tradition of giving, so she put an ad online, asking for gently used stuffed animals. In her first two years of collecting, she received more than 11,000 donated stuffed animals. She said sometimes local schools would hold stuffed animal collections on her behalf, or a child who outgrew their toys would donate. After receiving too many, Patricia started capping how many she would collect at a time, and said she could only take in about 250 stuffed animals each week during the holiday season. Then, she took them to nursing homes.
“The elderly want stuffed animals not only for comfort, but they were conversation starters. It reminded them of their childhood.” she said. And she recalled one man said, “You know, I never wanted to go to school. And my father said if I would go that day, he would take me to the Brooklyn Zoo. And you know what This was the first animal I saw there and it looked just like this giraffe.”
Spreading joy isn’t just a holiday pastime for Patricia. She is also known as the “Happy Flower Lady” around Philadelphia, because she collects old flowers from stores and passes them out to anyone who needs a pick-me-up.
“When you give, you really do get more back,” Patricia said, “Every morning, whether it’s the flowers or the stuffed animals. I have a purpose.”
4. Why did Patricia go to the nursing homes in 2009
A. To send gifts to the seniors. B. To read a story to the elderly
C. To get over her loneliness. D. To get rid of her kids’ toys.
5. What does the underlined word “capping” in paragraph 3 mean
A. Limiting. B. Recording. C. Identifying. D. Doubling.
6. What can we infer from paragraph 4
A. Seniors love good old days. B. Cute animals have healing effects on seniors.
C. Giving makes seniors happy. D. Stuffed animals have more than one function.
7. What does Patricia think of her giving experiences
A. Rewarding. B. Entertaining. C. Timely. D. Tough.
C
Water poisoning is caused by too much consumption of water during a short period of time. Water in and of itself is not poisonous by an y means, but rapid intake of a large quantity of water can break the careful balance of sodium (钠) in the body fluids (体液). This contributes to a swelling of the cells, often in the central nervous system, including the brain.
When the cells can no longer bear the pressure, they can begin to die. This is indicated in serious forms of water poisoning. Symptoms of this condition include vomiting, headache and unresponsiveness. When the sodium in the blood falls to dangerous levels, brain damage and possibly death may occur.
What is a fatal (致命的) amount of water can vary from person to person, depending on one’s state of health, his or her physical activity at the time, the temperature and the amount of time in which the person consumes the water. For some, a one-time consumption of three liters can prove deadly. Although the person consuming the water may lose a lot of fluid during heavy labor or exercise, the electrolytes (电解质) are not replaced fast enough to avoid water poisoning.
Those particularly at risk for water poisoning are athletes engaged in long distance running like a marathon. Due to the need to replace large quantities of lost fluid, runners must drink a lot of water. This can lead to poisoning, so runners must replace their fluids with sports drinks that have added electrolytes. Other factors that contribute to water poisoning include activities that stimulate heavy sweating. The person working under extreme heat or intense humidity (湿气) must be careful when consuming water in order to maintain electrolyte balance. Mental diseases can also lead to water poisoning. Psychogenic polydipsia is a condition in which the affected person feels a need to drink a lot of water for unknown reasons.
8. What harm does water poisoning bring
A. It can affect brain function. B. It disturbs the balance of sodium
C. It causes a drop in blood pressure. D. It tends to make its victims nervous.
9. What can we know about proper amount of water to drink
A. Three liters per day is deadly. B. No single rule fits everyone.
C. It doesn’t bother healthy people. D. Physical activity is its decisive factor.
10. Who would probably fall victim to water poisoning
A. A patient suffering from stomachache. B. A laborer working with heavy sweating
C. An athlete fond of drinking sports drinks. D. A teenager doing appropriate exercise daily.
11. What might be discussed in the paragraph that follows
A. What has been found about sports drinks. B. What else contributes to water poisoning.
C. What are the symptoms of water poisoning. D. What can be done to avoid water poisoning.
D
Extended producer responsibility (EPR) refers to a policy approach where producers are given responsibility for the environmental impacts of their products throughout the product life cycle. Based on the polluter pays principle, this approach requires producers to finance the costs of recycling or disposing of products that consumers no longer want. It aims to shift the costs associated with the management of dealing with solid waste away from the local government.
The term EPR was first coined in 1990 by a Swedish professor, Thomas Lindhqvist, who introduced the idea of producers being responsible for their products to the Swedish Ministry of the Environment. The first example of EPR came in Germany in 1991, where manufacturers picked up household packaging alongside municipal waste collections. Since i990, countries around the world have adopted EPR policies around key sectors such as packaging, electronics, batteries, and vehicles.
EPR creates a financial motivation for producers to design products that last longer and can be recycled. This is because EPR places the end- of- life costs on the producer. EPR has historically been successful in the managing of products that pose risks to communities such as batteries, paint and old medicines. EPR has led many producers to redesign these items to reduce their risks. Finally, due to ERP closing the loop (循环) on materials management, this approach uses much less energy than it takes to produce items from the beginning.
However, critics of EPR have issues with producers adding recycling costs to the initial price tag of a product. Another disadvantage is that at the international level, it can negatively affect imports to countries that have strict EPR policies as producers in other countries will not want to be subject to extra fees from these policies. Additionally, it restricts competition at the local level as producers who take on the extra costs to accommodate EPR policies are at a competitive disadvantage to those who are able to bend the rules and get out of paying these costs.
12. Who may be most in favor of the policy EPR
A. The local government. B. The producers.
C. The end consumers. D. The retail traders.
13. What are the producers likely to do under the policy EPR
A. Cut down their selling costs. B. Increase production capacity.
C. Produce sustainable products. D. Reproduce out-of-date goods.
14. Which word can best describe the author’s attitude to the policy EPR
A. Tolerant B. Objective C. Conservative D. Suspicious
15. What can be the best title for the text
A. The Constantly Varying Policy EPR
B. Challenge s of EPR Implementation
C. Holding Back Global Trade and Competition: EPR
D. Reducing Waste and Shifting Responsibilities: EPR
第二节 七选五阅读（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。
When it comes to having fun in the sun, it’s easy to lose track of time. If you’re not careful, this can be quite dangerous. 16 But it can easily be prevented—all you need is a little sunscreen.
17 People have been using chemical pastes to protect themselves from the sun for centuries. But the first modern sunscreen sold on the market was offered by French company: L’oreal in 1935.
Several other companies were quick to release their own sunscreens. Perhaps the biggest advancement in the world of sunscreen came in the 1970s, when scientists started looking at the sun protection factor, or SPF. 18
The advantages of using sunscreen are obvious. It limits the painful effects of sunburn. 19 Millions of people have died from skin cancer caused by ultraviolet rays from the SUITL. Remember to apply sunscreen 30 minutes before going outside.
Unfortunately, there are many mistaken ideas about sunscreen. 20 Some also think you only need to put it on once for a whole day’s protection or that you don’t need it on cloudy days. None of these things are true. Experts say you should apply sunscreen every two hours when outside-in the daytime, no matter how dark your skin is or what the weather is like.
A. And it can even save your life.
B. Sunscreen is not exactly a recent invention.
C. Choosing a sunscreen isn’t as simple as it used to be.
D. In direct sunlight, sunburn can occur in less than 15 minutes.
E. This rating is a number that shows how effective a sunscreen is.
R It’s believed that you don’t need much sunscreen if you have dark skin.
G. Some think a good method is to cover as much as possible with protective clothing.
第二部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小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。
John Blanchard studied the crowds in the Station. He was waiting for a girl.13 months ago, in a library, he took a book off a 21 and was attracted by the notes 22 in it. The handwriting 23 a thoughtful soul.
From the book he discovered the 24 owner’s name, Miss Hollis Maynell. Later he 25 her address and wrote her a letter, introducing himself and inviting her to correspond. The next day he was shipped for service in a war.
During the following 13 months, the two wrote frequently. A romance was 26 . John requested a photograph but she refused, explaining that if he really cared for her, 27 wouldn’t matter. When the day finally came for him to return, they 28 their first meeting—7:00p.m. at Grand Central Station. “You will recognize me.” she wrote. “I will be wearing a 29 ”
So here he was.
A young lady in a green suit came toward him, her figure long and slim and her eyes blue as flowers. Almost uncontrollably he made one step closer to her. Then he saw Hollis Maynell—a woman 30 past 40. She was directly behind the girl. John felt himself 31 in two. So keen was his desire to follow the girl, and so deep was his 32 for the woman whose spirit had accompanied him. John made a decision. He saluted to the woman, 33 the book. “I’m John Blanchard. You must be Miss Maynell. I’m so glad to meet you. May I take you to dinner ”
The woman’s face broadened into a 34 smile. “Son.” she answered, “the young lady in the green suit 35 me to wear this rose. She said that if you ask me out to dinner, I should tell you she is waiting for you in the big restaurant across the street.”
21. A. profile B. shelf C. device D. column
22. A. penciled B. printed C. drawn D. carved
23. A. expressed B. impressed C. reflected D. witnessed
24. A. previous B. additional C. obvious D. conventional
25. A. called B. visited C. located D. guessed
26. A. belonging B. setting C. depending D. building
27. A. attitude B. appearance C. character D. dress
28. A. conducted B. plotted C. scheduled D. dated
29. A. dress B. book C. hat D. rose
30. A. further B. well C. beyond D. straight
31. A. split B. hit C. driven D. placed
32. A. relationship B. thinking C. longing D. understanding
33. A. holding back B. holding off C. holding up D. holding out
34. A. pitiful B. fake C. nervous D. tolerant
35. A. begged B. recommended C. acquired D. squeezed
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。
In Chongqing, a mountainous city in Southwest China famous for hotpot often served with beers or strong tea, the particular flavor of coffee is gaining 36 (popular).
In Daijiaxiang, an old community in the city, a newly-opened coffee street has turned everyone’s heads for 37 (it) unique design style. By using the existing first floors of several old buildings as shopfronts, the new street has brought modern atmosphere to the aged block 38 transformed it into a desired destination among social media enthusiasts 39 (seek) photo opportunities and scenic views.
Wu Longquan, a 30-year-old shop owner, was the first one 40 (run) a coffee shop here. “Although the community was quite old, its location, wonderful river view and old-fashioned architectural style all made it 41 (true) attractive,” Wu said.
Wu admitted that this is his dream coffee shop, 42 not only serves high-quality coffee but is also an expression 43 his personality. He believes that each generation has its own attitude about coffee. In the past, coffee 44 (consider) as only a promising business, but for his generation, it is part of lifestyle first, and a business second.
Up to now. Wu 45 (open) five coffee shops and one bakery business that produces food to go with his coffee.
第三部分 写作（共两节，满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是学生会主席李华，你校将举行主题为“My Youth, My Dream”的英语演讲比赛，请你给外教Sara写一封邮件，邀请她担任评委。内容包括：
1.比赛目的，时间和地点；2.邀请她的原因；3.期待她的参与。
注意：1.词数80左右；
2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3.开头和结尾已给出，不计入总词数。
Dear Sara,
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________
Yours,
Li Hua
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。
Joey was so excited he could hardly wait to get to the store. He walked so fast that his sister Beth had to run. “Do you have to hurry like that ” she puffed. On his way from school he had seen that baseball ca p in Rogers’ store window. Only a dollar, and this was the last cap! Joey had looked at the ca p a long time. He wanted it more than anything. Every boy at school had one.
Joey thought of his piggy bank, into which he put every coin for running errands (差使) for his family and neighbors.
Joey raced home, not stopping for anything. He held the fat iron pig, opened it carefully, and poured out the coins. Ten… twenty... thirty... ninety cents. If only he had one more dime (一角硬币)!
Lost in thought, Joey stared out the window. “What’s wrong, Joey ” asked Mother. Joey told about the money and the cap. “If you give me what you have, I’ll add a dime,” Mother said, handing him a dollar bill. “I’ll have some errands for you tomorrow.”
Joey jumped up. “Oh, thanks, Mom. That’s great!” And away went Joey and Beth to the store with the dollar bill in Joey’s pocket.
They turned the last corner. Ahead was a group of boys and girls, talking heatedly and looking down at the sidewalk.
One of the children was Ronny, a new boy who had been in this town only a short time. Ronny’s father had been sick, so there wasn’t much money for extras—like baseball cap.
“What’s the matter ” Beth asked, anxiously.”
“It’s Ronny,” answered Susan. “He’s been working and finally saved up a whole dollar, and now it’s lost!”
Joey went over to Ronny.
“We’ll all help look. We’ll find it!”
“Ronny was going to get that last cap in Rogers’ window.” put in Billy.
“I wanted it a lot. I want to join them.” Ronny said slowly.
Suddenly Joey remembered how Ronny had watched the fellows playing baseball, his eyes lighting up eagerly as they shouted and ran.
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。
Joey stared at the ground, thinking hard. Forcing a smile, Joey showed Beth the empty pocket.
广东肇庆中学2025届高三9月月考英语试卷参考答案
1. C 2. B 3. A 4. B 5. A 6. D 7. A 8. A 9. B 10. B 11. D 12. A 13. C 14. B
15. D 16. D 17. B 18. E 19. A 20. F
21. B 22. A 23. C 24. A 25. C 26. D 27. B 28. C 29. D 30. B 31. A 32. C 33. D
34. D 35. A
36. popularity 37. its 38. and 39. seeking 40. to run
41. truly 42. which 43. of 44. was considered 45. has opened
