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1、第五模拟(时间：120分钟 满分：120分)选择题部分第一部分阅读理解(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，从每题所给的四个选项A、B、C和D中，选出最佳选项。A（2021北京通州区人大附中通州校区高三期末） When a typical kid hums (哼唱) a tune, its usually something like “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star,” not Finnish composer Jean Sibeliuss Violin Concerto in D Minor.So when Nyg
2、el Witherspoon began to hum the very difficult concerto (协奏曲), his family guessed that he should have music lessons. He was, however, just 3 years old.“He was calm, with an ability to focus,” recalled David Holmes, Witherspoons cello (大提琴) teacher from age 3 to 16.Witherspoon is a familiar name in h
3、is hometown. He has inherited his talent from both sides of his family, including his aunt, the late jazz vocalist Shirley Witherspoon.The 17-year-old doesnt see himself as competitive. “I think its more important for students to have a supportive environment than a competitive one,” he said. “Its g
4、reat to have a support system, where you can be yourself and improve right along with others doing the same thing.”Witherspoons love of music blossomed as he attended viola (中提琴) lessons with older siblings (兄弟姐妹). Their teacher, David France, noticed that the little boy was a sponge (海绵).“Hed absor
5、b everything they did,” France said. Witherspoon was given a box violin, but he wanted to play “the big one” the cello. He loved its size and tone. Thats when he was matched with his teacher Holmes.Witherspoons drive is inspired by the connection music provides. He recalled that he and his siblings
6、performed as a chamber trio (室内乐三重奏) at their grandmothers nursing home. The positive reaction from residents gave him motivation.“Its so important, whether its hip-hop or classical,” he said. “Music is the universal language. It connects all of us.”His mother runs an in-home day care where lucky ch
7、ildren can hear Witherspoons concertos as background music.Witherspoon finds the noisy environment helpful in terms of learning to focus and play with distractions. As he practices in the kitchen sometimes children toddle (蹒跚学步) up to listen.Despite years of performing, Witherspoon said he still get
8、s nervous sometimes.“But once Im on stage, I connect with my instrument and try to tell a story with my music.”1How was Witherspoon different from other kids when he was 3?AHe began to teach himself music.BHe was able to hum very difficult tunes.CHe had already made up his mind to learn violin.DHe c
9、ould already play the songs to which hed listened.2What does Witherspoon think is important for music learners?APracticing hard.BBeing very competitive.CBeing in a supportive environment.DHaving a good teacher from an early age.3What is Frances impression of Witherspoon?AHe is a fast learner.BHe is
10、a creative player.CHe works very hard.DHe is open-minded.4What is the main purpose of Paragraphs 8 and 9?ATo compare Witherspoons performance with his siblings.BTo show that motivation plays a big role in music studies.CTo stress how music connects people.DTo show how studying music helped Witherspo
11、on overcome difficulties. B（2021天津南开区高三一模） Buckingham Palace TourWatching the traditional changing of the guard ceremony at Buckingham Palace is a must when in London, and on this 4.5-hour youll get to experience this event, as well as other typical British traditions. The package combines three maj
12、or attractions: the changing of the guard, a tour of the State Apartments and traditional afternoon tea. The guided tour passes through St. James Park before stopping to watch the guard ceremony with soldiers dressed in traditional uniforms, followed by entry into Buckingham Palace for an audio tour
13、. After, travelers will head to a luxury hotel for traditional afternoon tea, scones and sandwiches.Thames River Sightseeing CruiseAfternoon tea is a British tradition, and to make this casual, elegant experience even more relaxing, you can combine it with a sightseeing cruise of Londons Thames Rive
14、r, the main waterway that flows through the heart of the city. Board a window-lined vessel for an hour-and-a-half voyage from Tower Pier to Westminster that includes traditional tea service with pastries, scones and sandwiches. The boat will float past iconic sites like the Tower of London, Big Ben,
15、 the Houses of Parliament and the London Eye, as well as Shakespeares famous Globe Theatre. On the return, feel free to wander the outside deck for photos and listen to informative commentary (解说) from the staff.London Royal Parks Bike TourLondon has some spectacular parks that are located among the
16、 citys most famous attractions and a guided bike tour is a fun and relaxing way to cover a lot of ground quickly and experience these lovely public spaces. The four-hour, morning or afternoon bike tour begins in Central London where bicycles and helmets are issued, followed by a leisurely ride through Westminster
