1、绝密启用前2020年普通高等学校招生全国统一考试（天津卷）英语笔试（第二次）本试卷分为第卷（选择题）和第卷（非选择题）两部分，共130分，考试用时100分钟。第卷1至11页，第卷12至13页。答卷前, 考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号、考场号和座位号填写在答题卡上, 并在规定位置粘贴考试用条形码。答卷时，考生务必将答案涂写在答题卡上，答在试卷上的无效。考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。祝各位考生考试顺利。第卷注意事项：1. 每小题选出答案后, 用铅笔将答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动, 用橡皮擦干净后, 再选涂其他答案标号。2. 本卷共55小题, 共95分。第一部分：英语知识运用（共两
2、节, 满分45分）第一节：单项填空（共15小题; 每小题1分, 满分15分）从A、B、C、D四个选项中, 选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。例：Stand over there _ youll be able to see it better. A. or B. and C. but D. while答案是B。1. Jim says we _ stay in his house as long as we leave it clean and tidy. （ ）A. must B. can C. need D. should2. You are a great swimmer. Thanks. I
3、ts because I _ a lot these days. （ ）A. have been practising B. was practisingC. would practise D. had practised3. Next time you visit Bob, remember to give him a call in advance. _. I will. （ ）A. My pleasure B. No wonder C. Good point D. Never mind4. _ us prepare for the exam, the teacher suggested
4、reading through our notes. （ ）A. To help B. Helped C. Helping D. Being helped5. Shall I order a taxi for Sarah to go to the airport tonight? _. Ill drive her there. （ ）A. Have a try B. Dont mention it C. Dont bother D. Go ahead6. Dr. Rowan, _ secretary resigned two weeks ago, has had to do all his o
5、wn typing. （ ）A. whose B. of whom C. of which D. which7. According to Professor Johnson, we dont have to read the book if we dont want to, as it is _. （ ）A. worthwhile B. necessary C. optional D. serious8. I never worried about my son while I was away because my mother _ him. （ ）A. drank a toast to
6、B. played a joke on C. kept an eye on D. made an apology to9. The number of medical schools reached 18 in the early 1990s and _ around that level since. （ ）A. are remaining B. have remained C. is remaining D. has remained10. Why do people like pop music? I hate it so much. _ it is not your style, th
7、at doesnt mean it is bad. （ ）A. Only if B. Even though C. Nov that D. In case11. We offered to give Sharon a ride home, out she _, saying that she felt like walking. （ ）A. understood B. accepted C compromised D. declined12. For my fifth birthday, my mother baked me a cake _ a monkey. （ ）A. in the sh
8、ape of B. beyond the reach of C. at the mercy of D. on the side of13. We cant _ I buying a new printer for our company. The one we have doesnt work. （ ）A. take up B. carry out C. keep on D. put off14. The dancers incredible performance had the audience on its feet _ for 10 minutes at the end of the
9、show. （ ）A. being clapped B. clap C. clapped D. clapping15. The student completed this experiment to make come true _ Professor Joseph had said. （ ）A. that B. what C. when D. where第二节：完形填空（共20小题：每小题1. 5分, 满分30分）阅读下面短文, 掌握其大意, 然后从1635各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中, 选出最佳选项。Detective Ashley Jones works at a police
10、department in England. He has recently made a significant 16 loneliness is a serious social problem that can contribute to depression and even crimes, but it can be 17 in a clever way. The 18 ? Chat benches. Jones got the idea after he had talked with an elderly lady who had been cheated of her 19 .
11、 The lady would get a call from a stranger every morning who 20 made her believe that he was her friend, and then she lent him about 3I,000 Jones was 21 when she said that she didnt actually 22 being cheated, “Otherwise, I would never speak to another person for weeks on end,” she said. This led Jon
12、es to the conclusion that there are too many extremely 23 people in his community, who are easy targets of cheating. So he 24 to do something about it. He 25 the police department to allow him to 26 a couple of “chat benches” in two of their local parks, Then he hung a colorful sign on each of the b
13、enches that 27 ：“HAPPY TO CHAT”. Just a few days after the signs went up, he found people sitting there and engaging in active and 28 conversations. The idea is catching on 29 . There are now over 40 chat benches throughout England. More new chat benches have sprung up across the UK and beyond. All
14、who participated have gained a（m） 30 outcome from getting involved. Jones idea has been fully 31 the “HAPPY TO CHAT” benches help 32 the invisible social barrier that keeps people from saying hello. This effort is not just a（n） 33 at being community mindedits also a 34 measure. It prevents people wh
15、o are cut off from society falling victim to cheaters. The Chat Bench is a fantastic new project that 35 those of all ages to interact and get to know each other in the future. （ ）16. A. choice B. discovery C. visit D. promise（ ）17. A. experienced B. suffered C. prevented D. felt（ ）18. A. solution B
16、. puzzle C. excuse D. intention（ ）19. A. pleasure B. prize C. credit D. money（ ）20. A. eventually B. frequently C. previously D. occasionally（ ）21. A. ashamed B. shocked C. excited D. amused（ ）22. A. mind B. forgive C. risk D. enjoy（ ）23. A. active B. lonely C. cautious D. stubborn（ ）24. A. learned
17、B. refused C. pretended D. decided（ ）25. A. forced B. ordered C. convinced D. taught. （ ）26. A. put away B. make out C. tear apart D. set up,（ ）27. A. read B. claimed C. meant D. implied（ ）28. A. formal B. joyful C. awkward D. crazy（ ）29. A. randomly B. slowly C. quickly D. purposefully（ ）30. A. pos
18、itive B. disappointing C. correct D. embarrassing（ ）31. A. realized B. examined C. discussed D. formed（ ）32. A. break down B. put up C. keep off D. take out（ ）33. A. glance B. attempt C. knock D. attack（ ）34. A. heart-breaking B. risk-taking C. face-saving D. crime-cutting（ ）35. A. forbids B. appoin
19、ts C. encourages D. troubles第二部分：阅读理解（共20小题：每少题2. 5分, 满分50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。AHow to Use a Modern Public LibraryHas it been a while since your last ihff to a public library? If so, you may be surprised to learn that libraries have changed for the better. Its been years since they w
20、ere dusty little rooms with books. They have transformed themselves into places where you can develop your love of knowledge meet interesting people, or find out how to start a business. Check out a book, While libraries still loan out（出借）books, youll find it easier to get a copy of whatever youre l
21、ooking for, thanks to a cooperative network of area libraries. Via such, networks, libraries share their books with each other through the use of delivery a rehicles. Once the book youve requested is delivered to the nearest branch, they will inform you by e-mail, so you can pick it up. Check out ot
22、her items. The library is now a multimedia zone, loaded with information in many formats（载体形式）. You can borrow movies on DVDs, music on CDs, and popular magazines. Some libraries even loan out toys and games. If a popular magazine you want isnt offered and the library keeps a list of such requests,
23、they may bring it in when enough interest is shown. Join targeted reading groups. Libraries will often hold reading-group sessions targeted to various age groups. Perhaps youd like to learn a language or improve your English. The library may sponsor a language group you could join. If you have diffi
24、culties reading, ask about special reading opportunities. Your library might be able to accommodate you. And you might find it relaxing to bring your small kid to a half-hour Story Time while you sit quietly in a corner with a good book. Start a business using the help of your local library. If you
25、want to have a business of your own, your local library can become a launch space for it. In library bocks and computers, you can find information on starting a business. Many libraries will help you with locally supplied information about business management shared through chambers of commerce（商会）a
26、nd government agencies, and they will offer printing and database services you need. 36. Public libraries connected by a cooperative network benefit readers by_. （ ）A. sharing their books on the Internet B. giving access to online reading at a library branch C. sending a needed book to a library bra
27、nch nearby D. making the checkout procedures diverse 37. According to Paragraph 3, what items may be checked out from a public library? （ ）A. A magazine and an e-book. B. A game and an oil painting. C. A music CD and a kids toy. D. A DVD and a video player 38. As is described in Paragraph 4, taking
28、a small kid to a half-hour Story Time allows _. （ ）A. the kid to learn a new language B. the parent to enjoy quiet readingC. the kid to overcome reading difficulties D. the parent to meet their program sponsor39. Your local library can help you start a business by _. （ ）A. providing relevant informa
29、tion and supporting services B. offering professional advice on business management C. supplying useful information of your potential buyers D. arranging meetings with government officials40. What is the purpose of the passage? （ ）A. To point out the importance of public libraries. B. To encourage p
30、eople to work in public libraries. C. To introduce the improved services of public libraries. D. To call for the modernization of public library systems. B“They tell me that youd like to make a statue（塑像）of meis that correct, Miss Vinnie Ream?” The deep, gentle voice helped calm the nervous girl. As
31、king a favor of the President of the United States was no casual matter, especially for a seventeen-year-old girl. “Yes, sir,” she replied, her dark eyes meeting his. “I wouldnt have duo ask you, but my teacher, Mr. Mills, says I am ready. I plan to make it in an admirable manner. ” President Lincol
32、n smiled. “Painters, sculptorstheyve all tried to make the best of this ordinary face, but Im afraid theres not much hope. What did you have in mind, Miss Ream? A bust（半身像）?” Before Vinnie could say yes, the President hurried on, a shade of apology in his voice. “Of courseI shouldnt have asked. A fu
33、ll-length pose would be much too big a project for a young woman your size. ” Vinnies face turned red. She realized she looked like a child, with her tiny figure. “Small does not mean weak, sir,” she defended herself. “I was born in the country of Wisconsin. Ive driven teams of horses and carried wa
34、ter. Making a full-length clay（粘土）figure would not exhaust my strengthand that is what I intend to do!”The Presidents eyes, brightened at her show of spirit. “Sorry, madam, I have underestimated you as I didnt know your background. ” But his smile faded as he rubbed his beard with bony fingers, in t
35、hought. “Miss Ream,” he sighed, “Id like to let you do it, but as you know, we are in the middle of a war. How could I possibly take the time to pose for a sculpture now? I hardly have a minute to myself. ” Vinnie glanced around and noted the size of his office. “I work quickly,” she said. Her voice
36、 was soft but confident as she pointed to the corner near the windows. “If I were to bring my clay here and work for three hours every afternoon, I could complete most of the project while you are at your desk. ” The President seemed to consider her idea seriously. He got up and shook Vinnies hand w
37、armly, “Ive heard that you are a talented young woman, and I have found you charming and intelligent as well. I cannot make my decision immediately, but you will hear from me soon. ” The very next day, Vinnie received an invitation from the President. 41. What gave Vinnie confidence to make her requ
38、est of President Lincoln? （ ）A. Her aggressive personality. B. Mr. Millss encouraging remark. C. President Lincolns gentle voice. D. Her interest in a challenging job. 42. How did President Lincoln first respond to Vinnies request? （ ）A. Pleased. B. Thrilled. C. Regretful. D. Doubtful. 43. Vinnie co
39、nfirmed her ability to make a full-length statue by highlighting _. （ ）A. her experience from other projects B. her innocent childhood in the country C. the heavy labor she had done before D. the skill she picked up in Wisconsin44. Vinnie wanted to choose the corner near the windows to _. （ ）A. achi
40、eve effects of natural lighting B. keep all her tools within easy reach C. observe the President at a right angle D. avoid disturbing the presidents work45. What message does the story convey? （ ）A. A strong-willed soul can reach his goal. B. Experience helps to promote excellence. C. Ups and downs
41、make one strong. D. Devotion requires enthusiasm. CFor people, who are interested in sound, the field of sound technology is definitely making noise. In the past, sound engineers worked in the back rooms of recording studios, but many of todays sound professionals are sharing their knowledge and exp
42、erience with professionals in other fields to create new products based on the phenomenon we call sound. Sound can be used as a weapon. Imagine that a police officer is chasing a thief. The thief tries to escape. And the officer cant let him get away. He pulls out a special device, points it at the
43、suspect, and switches it on. The thief drops to the ground. This new weapon is called a Long Range Acoustic Device（LRAD, 远程定向声波发射器）. It produces a deafening sound so painful that it temporarily disables a person. The noise from the LRAD is directed like a ray of light and travels only into the ears
44、of that person, but it is not deadly. For those who hunger for some peace and quiet, sound can now create silence. Lets say you are at the airport, and the little boy on the seat next to you is humming（哼唱）a short commercial song. He hums it over and over again, and you are about to go crazy. Thanks
45、to the Silence Machine, a British invention, you can get rid of the sound without upsetting the boy or his parents. One may wonder how the Silence Machine works. Well, it functions by analyzing the waves of the incoming sound and creating a second set of outgoing waves. The two sets of waves cancel
46、each other out. Simply turn the machine or point it at the target, and your peace and quiet comes back. Directed sound is a new technology that allows companies to use sound in much the same way spotlights（聚光灯）are used in the theater. A spotlight lights up only one section of a stage; similarly,spotsound creates a circle of sound in on targeted area. This can be useful f