2024年安徽省安庆市示范高中联考高考英语模拟试卷（4
月份）
一、阅读理解（本大题共15小题，共30.0分）
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The tropical islands of the Philippines have plenty of nice beaches where you can get that gold brown sun tan（晒黑），but there are only a few white sand or white coral beaches. Pristine in Palawan
Palawan is the most popular destination for both tourists and locals of all ages and everybody comes for the white sand beaches. The beaches are long and wide and display the unique picture, where you can relax in a hammock（吊床）while having a fruity cocktail with the little umbrellas. What makes it striking is that you will also find plenty of dining opportunities along the beaches so that you won't starve. Island of Barang in Dumaguete
This island has so many nice beaches where you will literally burn under the sun. You could practically walk around the whole island within a day on the beach alone. Once you travel from places such as Manila or Cebu, the biggest problem for those who would like to visit the Siquijor beaches and the island arises. The only way to Siquijor is via Dumaguete City in Negros Oriental, which fortunately has a domestic airport. Bohols Treasures in Bohol
Bohol is not only famous for its Chocolate Hills, but it is one of the best places to go in the entire Visayas Region if you are looking for white sand beaches. While the beaches are so understated and Bohol is not crowded with tourists, the island of Bohol deserves its place. White Sand in Boracay
While Palawan is something for families and people who love the peace of paradise,Boracay is the exact opposite. The appearance is still very similar with white sand beaches, but the lifestyle is all about parties. Boracay is mainly visited by young adults and students rather than families, making it distinguished from any other Philippine beach. Everything can be done in the beaches of Boracay and you can even sleep in the beaches after a night of partying. 1. What is special about Pristine in Palawan？ ______
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A. It has the longest coastline. B. It is ideal for taking pictures. C. It sells local fruity cocktail. D. It offers diverse food options.
2. How can we get to Siquijor from Manila？ ______
A. By boat. B. By air. C. By taxi. D. On foot.
3. Which of the following is favored by young people？ ______
A. Pristine in Palawan.
B. Island of Barang in Dumaguete. C. Bohols Treasures in Bohol. D. White Sand in Boracay.
B
The kids get Christmas decorations out of a well-loved cardboard box with great care. Jenny stands beside them, softly explaining each treasure. She and Bob built their collection piece by piece during each year's after - Christmas sale.
We first met Bob and Jenny in the early days of our marriage. Someone had been returning our garbage cans to the garage each garbage day. Then one day we spotted him： an elderly man who lived across the street. I left cookies outside the garage with a thank-you note. Later that day, a typed letter had replaced the gift. It was from Bob and explained how he would come to walk the neighborhood on garbage day, returning cans for people he barely knew. Back when he had been fighting a war, his young wife, Jenny, had found herself living alone. Neighbors had taken the time to handle her garbage cans so she didn't have to …
A few years after we had moved in, Bob died. We told Jenny how special Bob had been to us. When Jenny invited us over to look through Christmas ornaments,I realized how hard it was to part with that box,a piece of Bob.
These days, we're piling up boxes of our own. We're planning a move. The house that seemed so huge six years ago is fully filled with furniture and books and, of course, people. We know it's time to go,and yet we can't seem to stick the For Sale sign up.
It's not just Jenny. It's the man who lets our kids pick peaches in his front yard. It's the ladies who leave overflowing baskets for our kids on Easter. It's the officer who smiles and makes me feel a little safer when Jim's away. Thank you, I'll say. For teaching us what it means to be a neighbor.
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4. Why did Bob handle garbage cans for his neighbors？ ______
A. To help those in need of financial aid. B. To repay his neighbors' unselfish help. C. To set an example for the next generation. D. To persuade the neighbors of his greatness.
5. How does the author feel about Bob？ ______
A. Wise and positive. C. Hardworking and brave.
B. Helpful and caring. D. Grateful and energetic.
6. For what reason does the author decide to move？ ______
A. The house isn't big enough for the family. B. There is a better place for the family to live. C. She gets fed up with all the garbage cans. D. Her kids need a better education in the future.
7. What is the best title for the text？ ______
A. It is hard to say goodbye B. How can we leave our home？ C. What it means to be a neighbor D. This is what we call harmony
C
Unicycles are one-wheeled vehicles that developed from the original bicycle, the Penny Farthing, which consisted of a large front wheel and a much smaller back wheel. When this bike hit bumps or suddenly slowed down, the back wheel came off the ground, so many （凸块）riders learned to balance on just the front wheel. Thus, bicycle-makers began making vehicles with just one wheel.
Some of the benefits of riding a unicycle include burning calories, and increasing your levels of coordination （协调）， concentration and balance. Because unicycles don't have any handlebars, riders must balance, using only their abdominalmuscles and leg muscles. （腹部的）This helps you build a healthier core. Long cycling sessions also increase your heart rate, which can lead to a healthier cardiovascularsystem. Riding a unicycle is an effective way （心血管的）to get in a low-impact workout for those with damaged knees and legs.
Unicycling is a fun activity regardless of your ability level. Riding a unicycle is self-motivating and psychologically stimulating because you will notice improvements each time you ride.
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2024年安徽省安庆市示范高中联考高考英语模拟试卷(附答案详解)
