浙江省杭州市萧山区第三高级中学高三英语限时训练1月日 含答案

A

Famous centenarians (百岁老人) still active in arts, science are in no mood to retire. \who stand still, die,\is one of Oliveira's favorite phrases. He knows from experience what it means, as the Portuguese film director has reached the age of 102 and is still active in his profession. Every year, Oliveira shoots a film and is currently working on his next project. \have to work, work, work in order to forget that death is not far away,\his age, Oliveira said with some humility: \from others.\

Being both mentally and physically fit in old age is partly a matter of luck, but it also has something to do with character. Not every white-haired person is wise and social skills, openness and the ability to train the brain are essential for senior citizens.

Along with the architect Oscar Niemeyer (103), Nobel laureate Montalcini (101) and director Kurt Maetzig (100), Oliveira is one of those people of whom it would be very wrong to think as members of a listless elderly generation.

Another master in his profession is the architect Oscar Niemeyer. The 103-year-old Brazilian is best known for his futuristic-looking（未来派的）buildings in Brasilia, but he also speaks out on behalf of the poor. \a form of architecture that serves everyone and not just a privileged few,\He spends almost every day working in his office in Copacabana, and even when he falls ill he keeps working on ideas: After a gallbladder (胆囊) operation he composed a samba tune (桑巴舞曲) in the clinic.

Another man who could sing a song about age is 107-year-old Heesters. The Dutch-born opera singer spent most of his life performing in Germany, where he still works. Recently Heesters said: \and wait until they come and pick me up?\awards and is looking for a \

Italian scientist Rita Levi-Montalcini, who is 101-year-old and is still active in medical science, has described the force that keeps driving her on: \1986 she and her lab colleague were awarded the Nobel Prize for Medicine for their work on nerve growth factor. She's convinced that humans grow on challenges.

With so many brilliant examples given, we can see clearly that age is no barrier to some high achievers.

41. From the first two paragraphs, we can see ______. A. being active at 102 is achievable for everybody B. Oliveira owes his long life to his mother’s help C. being fit in old age is a matter of luck and character D. social skills and wisdom are difficult for the senior 42. How many centenarians are mentioned in this passage? A. 4 B. 5 C. 6 D. 7

43. By saying \I just sit at home and wait until they come and pick me up?\Heesters shows us he ________.

A. wants to sit or lie in comfort B. is waiting for people to pick him up C. is willing to work till he dies D. prefers to give performance at home 44. In the passage so many examples were given to show ________. A. old age is a big problem if you want to succeed

B. as a senior citizen, you have to be open-minded and optimistic C. ole people should never think of themselves as old D. old age can not prevent a great person from achieving a lot 45. In the writer’s opinion, the architect Oscar Niemeyer is not ________. A. sympathy B. pessimistic C. positive D. diligent

B

From earliest times, the English, for instance, have believed in certain symbols and customs which could bring good fortune as well as ward off evil spirits. Old customs seldom die, so don’t be surprised because some of these customs are still practiced daily in today’s society. Below are symbols of luck from a popular culture magazine.

? Old Boot

In ancient days, old boots or shoes were said to hold the good spirit and courage of their owners. Therefore, it was a common belief that an old boot was a good luck charm. For instance, if a fisherman caught himself an old boot instead of fish, it is believed that at the end of the day he

would be able to catch and take home a huge amount of fish. In north England, the wives of sailors would usually throw old boots or shoes at the departing(离开) ships to ensure their husbands' safe journey. Old boots were also left on the roofs of old houses to drive off evil spirits.

? Wood

Back in pagan (异教徒) times, touching the tree was a sign of respect to the gods after a favor has been requested, or thanks to the gods for a request that had been fulfilled. Later, the British still held their belief that wood is holy as Christ died on a wooden cross. Even now, people still have the habit of trying to touch or knock on wood after talking bad things about other people, and so on, so that the action will get rid of any bad luck during the day.

? Horseshoe

The horseshoe is considered a lucky symbol in English customs. It is similar to the other symbols associated with good fortune in other cultures such as “U”. “U” shape is often said to be the symbol of fertility and also possesses power to drive away evil spirit. As it is made of iron and used for horses, horseshoes are also linked to strength and power. As a result, combining all these signs of good luck, the horseshoe is regarded as a powerful device to bring fortune and keep evil spirits away. It is usually nailed to the front door to protect the household from uninvited visitors like witches and evils. However, the horseshoe must be placed in a standing “U” position so that the good fortune will be held by the household.

? Rabbit’s Foot

In the old English custom, the hare (not rabbit) was said to have an evil eye, whose glance can only be countered by people who own a hare’s foot. In the old days, it was said that the warrior Queen Boadicea of Norfolk, East Britain, brought a hare with her to ensure luck in battle against the Romans who had invaded her kingdom. This brought people to believe that the hare had magical powers. However, the pagan practice of worshiping the hare eventually stopped after most British began to believe in Christianity in the 6th century. Nevertheless, many British carried hare’s feet in their pocket or purse. Later, rabbits were introduced in Britain from the other European countries, and since rabbits can be caught more easily than hares, the rabbit’s foot replaced the hare’s foot as a lucky charm.

? Coin

Coins, especially gold coins, were said to bring good fortune to the person who possessed them. Gold, like in any other culture, was always a symbol of wealth. In the past, \coins were turned into rings to be worn as a cure for many types of illness. Sometimes, brides put them in a shoe to ensure a good married life. The English also dropped coins into wells to make a wish in the hope that their dreams would come true. This is due to the fact that people at that time believed there were good spirits who lived in the wells, fountains or springs. 46. Which symbol of luck is seen as a sign of strength and power?

A. Horseshoe

B. Old boot

C. Wood

D. Rabbit’s foot

47. To get rid of bad luck after speaking ill of other people, the English are likely to

___________.

A. drop gold coins into wells C. touch or knock on wood

B. carry hare’s feet in their pocket D. throw old boots at the sailing ship

48. Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage?

A. Coins and old boots could be thrown to ensure a happy married life. B. Rabbit’s foot as well as wood is related to some religious belief. C. Both wood and coins could be touched to show thanks to the gods. D. Old boots and horseshoes should be put on the roof to drive away evils. 49. What is the passage mainly about?

A. The origin of five symbols of luck around the world. B. Some lost customs about good fortune in the English culture. C. The differences of five symbols of luck in the English culture. D. An introduction to some symbols of luck in the English culture.

C

A woman named Emily renewing her driver's license at the County Clerk's office was asked

by the woman recorder to state her occupation. She hesitated, uncertain how to classify herself.

\ \

\don't list mother as an occupation ... Housewife covers it,\said the recorder

emphatically.

I forgot all about her story until one day I found myself in the same situation, this time at our

own Town Hall. The Clerk was obviously a career woman, confident, efficient, and possessed of a high sounding title . “What is your occupation?\

What made me say it. I do not know ... The words simply popped out. \a Research

Associate in the field of Child Development and Human Relations.\

The clerk paused, ballpoint pen frozen in midair, and looked up as though she had not heard

right.

I repeated the title slowly, emphasizing the most significant words. Then I stared with wonder

as my statement was written in bold, black ink on the official questionnaire. \

Coolly, without any trace of panic in my voice, I heard myself reply, \

program of research (what mother doesn't), in the laboratory and in the field (normally I would have said indoors and out). I'm working for my Masters (the whole damned family), and already have four credits (all daughters). Of course, the job is one of the most demanding in the humanities (any mother care to disagree?) and I often work 14 hours a day (24 is more like it). But the job is more challenging than most careers and the rewards are more of a satisfaction rather than just money.\

There was an increasing note of respect in the clerk's voice as she completed the form, stood

up, and personally showed me to the door.

As I drove into our driveway, buoyed up (依托) by my glamorous new career, I was greeted

by my lab assistants--aged 13, 7, and 3. Upstairs I could hear our new experimental model, (a 6- month- old baby), in the child-development program, testing out a new vocal pattern.

I felt proud! I had scored a beat on bureaucracy(官僚主义)! And I had gone on the official

records as someone more distinguished and irreplaceable to mankind than \

Motherhood ... What a glorious career! Especially when there's a title on the door.

50. What can we infer from the conversation between the woman and the recorder at the

beginning of the passage?

A. The recorder was impatient and rude.

B. The woman felt ashamed to admit what her job was. C. The author was upset about the situation that mothers faced.