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1、2020学年度高三上学期期中考试英语命题人：2020.11.7第一部分 阅读理解（共两节, 满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AIn todays world of smart phones and laptops, most people have at least one time-telling thing with them. Since these digital products are so common, is time running out for the 5
2、00-year-old watch? According to some consumers, the answer is yes. New Jersey teenager Charlie Wolman says a watch is “an extra piece of equipment with no necessary function.” Many young adults think so and use their smart phones to tell time. It is said that fewer young people wear watches today th
3、an ten years ago. As a result, some people say that the watch industry is at a crossroads.However, watchmakers optimistically say that watches redeem (弥补) popularity when consumers reach their 20s and 30s. By then, they are willing to spend money on a quality watch that doesnt just keep good time. F
4、ifty years ago, watchmakers took pride in their products accuracy. But in recent years, the watch industry has changed itself into an accessory (配饰) business. And today, the image a watch conveys has become more important than the time it tells.“Complications” features that go beyond simple timekeep
5、ing are an important part of a watchs image. Todays watches offer lots of features that meet almost any personality. These features include compasses, USB drivers, and even other functions that measure the effectiveness of golf swings!Creativity also plays a key role in designing todays watches. For
6、 example, Japanese watchmaker Tokyoflash makes watches that dont even look like watches. The companys popular Shinshoku model uses different color lights to tell time. It looks more like a fashionable bracelet than a watch.Whether a watch conveys fashion sense, creative talent or a love of sports, c
7、onsumers want their watches to stand out. Nowadays, everyone has the same kind of gadget in their bags, so people want to make a statement with whats on their wrists. Will this interest in wrist fashion last? Only time will tell!1. What can we know from the first paragraph?A. As most people see, wat
8、ches are out of fashion.B. Some people feel that watches have been of no use.C. The watch industry will close down sooner or later.D. There are so many choices of watches for teenagers today.2. According to the passage, what image does a watch convey nowadays?A. It simply tells time.B. It appeals to
9、 many teenagers.C. It has many complex functions.D. It has an impact on creativity and imagination.3. Japanese watchmaker Tokyoflash is mentioned in Paragraph 4 to _.A. show why Shinshoku watches are popularB. advertise Shinshoku watches made by TokyoflashC. tell that todays watches need more imagin
10、ationD. make a comparison between watches and bracelets4. What may be the best title for the passage?A. Watches Tell More Than Time B. Japanese Watches Stand OutC. Watch Industry Is In a Bad Situation D. Watches Are Becoming Less PopularBOphelia and the Marvelous Boy by Karen FoxleeType: FantasyStor
11、y line: When Ophelia moves to a strange city where it never stops snowing, she discovers a boy locked away for 75 years in a museum. She must help the boy before the Snow Queen freezes the world. Along the way, Ophelia learns how to believe in things she cannot see.Targeted readers: People who like
12、fairy tales would enjoy this book.A Hundred Horses by Sarah LeanType: MysteryStory line: The wooden horse Nell brings along during her visits to aunt and cousins is stolen by a girl named Angel. As Nell finds out Angels true identity, a bond grows between them and a group of 99 horses. Word has it t
13、hat the 100th horse is magical. But where is it? Nell doesnt know, but Angel might know.Targeted readers: Kids who like animals and nature will be sure to find this book exciting.How to Catch a Bogle by Catherine JinksType: FantasyStory line: Birdie is an orphan who is good at trapping monsters with
14、 her singing voice. She is the only goblin (妖精) hunter in the world. When kids go missing, its up to her to figure out why.Targeted readers: Anyone who is looking for monsters will take great pleasure in this book.I Even Funnier. A Middle School Story by James Patterson and Chris GrabensteinType: Fi
15、ctionStory Line: After a car accident Jamie loses his family, so he moves in with his aunt, uncle and his cousin Stevie, whose basic aim is to trick Jamie. But Jamie keeps having a positive attitude and running after his goals. He has been recently honored the Funniest Kid Comic of New York State.Ta
16、rgeted readers: This book would be great for anyone who is fond of humorous books.5. Which writer tells a story about a girl saving the world?A. Karen Foxlee. B. Sarah Lean.C. Catherine Jinks. D. James Patterson and Chris Grabenstein.6. Nature lovers may take interest in_.A. Ophelia and the Marvelous Boy B. A Hundred HorsesC. How to
