广东省湛江市2024届高三下学期4月二模考试 英语 含解析

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2024 年湛江市普通高考第二次模拟测试
英 语
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第二部分 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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Here are some things that you can buy as gifts for your friends who are birdwatchers.
A window-mounted bird feeder
One way to guarantee a close-up look at the birds in your garden is to bring them all the way to the house. This
bird feeder is solidly built with strong suction（吸） cups that you can tie to your windows, giving you a good view
of your winged visitors.
A pair of binoculars
Binoculars are a birdwatcher's best friend! They work like two small telescopes joined together, allowing you to
use both eyes to see distant birds as if they were right in front of you. They're perfect for spotting feathered friends in
the wild, whether the birds are high up in the trees or soaring across the sky. When you peer through them, you get a
view that makes every little detail of the birds—their colors, beaks, and even the texture of their feathers.
The Robin: A Biography by Stephen Moss
This beautifully illustrated book draws readers into the mysterious world of Britain's favourite bird, the red robin
—a familiar sight in all winter gardens, but as naturalist Stephen Moss demonstrates, one we hardly know. Combining
convincing storytelling with biological fact, Moss guides us through a year in the life of the robin, from the moment it
hatches from its egg to its all too timely mortality（死亡）—the robin tends to live a mere 13 months, adding to its
precious quality.
A reusable thermal bottle
Every good birding expedition needs a bottle of steaming hot tea. A reusable bottle decorated with lifelike
drawings of classic British birds combines a natural aesthetic （美感）with practicality. It can keep not only hot
drinks but also cold drinks.
21. What do we know about binoculars?
A. They can attract birds to your house,
B. They show images in black and white.
C. They can provide detailed views of birdwatching.
D. They're too heavy to carry for birdwatchers.
22. What does The Robin: A Biography tell us about?
A. The birth of a bird. B. The death of a bird.
C. The quantity of a bird. D. The lifetime of a bird.
23. Which gift may attract birds to one's house?
A. A window-mounted bird feeder. B. A pair of binoculars.
C. The Robin: A Biography. D. A reusable thermal bottle
B
Lexi is just a little girl from Canada who found herself in a heart-stopping situation. It started off as a normal car
trip. Angela Shymanski, Lexi's mom, was at the wheel, navigating the tricky roads of the Rockies with her daughter
Lexi and her baby Peter in the car. An unexpected animal ran into the road. Angela swerved （突然转向） to avoid
the animal. Unfortunately, their car was off the road, falling down a steep embankment（路堤）.
The crash was nothing short of terrifying. Angela ended up with a broken back. She was unconscious, and unable
to help her babies. Meanwhile, baby Peter's cries echoed in the chaos. But Lexi, only five years old, didn't freeze.
Instead, she showed courage that would leave many grown-ups in awe.
She quickly jumped into action. The little girl, without even shoes on her feet, wrestled free from her seatbelt and
climbed the 40-foot embankment. Once she reached the top, Lexi did everything she could to flag down a passing car
in order to get help for her mom and brother.
Lexi's insistence finally paid off. A car stopped, and the people inside didn't hesitate to help her call for
emergency services. When the paramedics（护理人员）arrived, they found Angela in a severe state, and her heart
had stopped. Thankfully, they managed to bring her back.
Lexi's dad, reflecting on the incident, couldn't help but be amazed by his daughter's bravery. He stressed how
important it is for kids to be prepared for emergencies, shocked at how Lexi remembered and acted on what she had
been taught. It's a powerful reminder of what kids can do when push comes to shove.
And Lexi's heroism didn't go unnoticed. She was awarded a Bronze Medal for Bravery by the police. But for the
Shymanskis, the real prize was being back in each other's arms, safe and sound.
24. What caused the accident?
A. The tough road. B. The children's noise.
C. A car that suddenly swerved. D. An animal appearing suddenly.
25. What was Lexi's first move after the accident?
A. Putting on her shoes. B. Managing to get out of the car.
C. Flagging down a passing car. D. Scaling the 40-foot embankment.
26. What can we learn about Lexi from paragraph 5?
A. Her heroic action deserved recognition.
B. Her dad knew her daughter well enough.
C. She had learned how to deal with emergencies.
D. It was important for her to face some emergencies.
27. Which of the following can best describe Lexi?
A. Brave and honest. B. Calm and courageous.
C. Thoughtful but stubborn. D. Caring but naughty.
C
A recent study reveals that flat-faced dogs, such as French bulldogs, have difficulty sleeping because of an
unusual feature: their head shape. French bulldogs specifically suffer from increased daytime sleepiness, probably due
to not getting enough night-time sleep.
With their big eyes staring right back at the owner, and wrinkles rolled over their noses, French bulldogs have
shot up in popularity in recent years. But their distinct features and small size come with a number of health issues.
The researchers studied the sleep patterns of 92 dogs accompanied by their owners. They found that compared
with other dogs, the flat-faced dogs experience a longer period of rapid eye movement（REM）, regarded as the
stage of sleep with most vivid dreams where the brain is active while the body remains still. Researchers said this was
similar to the way babies sleep, suggesting that dogs, like French bulldogs, keep up the sleep patterns of puppyhood.
Their night-time sleep is shorter and flat-faced dogs are also more likely to snoring（打鼾）. “Sleep deprivation is
increasingly recognized as a major cause of suffering in dogs with extreme brachycephaly（短头畸形）,” said Dan
O'Neill, an associate professor from the University of London.
The researchers employed an electroencephalogram（脑电图）throughout the dogs' sleep. They looked
particularly at sleep spindles （睡眠纺锤波） . They found that dogs with brachycephaly had an increase in sleep
spindles, which in dogs has been associated with poorer learning when it comes to training.
A researcher said, “We know that some of these dogs will sleep with a ball in their mouth, and people think it's
cute, but they're actually doing it in order to keep their airways open. ” O'Neill agreed, “Many owners find this
phenomenon very funny and post videos online showing how comical their dogs are as they sleep with a toy in their
mouth or with their neck extended or repeatedly waking up to breathe during sleep. ”
28. What may lend to flat-faced dogs increased daytime sleepiness?
A. Their tendency to sleep with owners.
B. Their preference for daytime napping.
C. Their shorter night-time sleep due to the head shape.
D. Their habit of sleeping in uncomfortable positions.
29. What do we say about flat-laced dogs from paragraph 3?
A. They differ [rom human beings in REM.
B. They require less sleep than other species.
C. They're less likely to suffer sleep disturbances.
D. They maintain puppy-like sleep patterns as adults.
30. What does the increase in sleep spindles in flat-laced dogs imply?
A. They have a stronger memory during sleep.
B. They have a strong desire to sleep during the night.
C. They are more likely to succeed in hard training.
D. They may face challenges in learning during training.
31. Why do some flat-faced dogs sleep with a toy in their mouths?
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