2022-2023学年广东省梅州市高三第一次模拟考试英语试卷（含解析）

2022-2023学年广东省梅州市高三第一次模拟考试英语试卷 一、阅读理解（本大题共20小题，共40.0分） A Famous for its sunny beaches and natural wonders, Miyako Island welcomes many visitors during holidays. Unique beaches Yonaha Maehama Beach is the most famous beach in Miyakojima, where white sand stretches for seven kilometers. Sunayama Beach, known for its arch-shaped rock, is tucked away in a small cove, and is accessed by walking through a narrow tunnel of trees. Diverse and colorful fish Snorkeling is a must-try in Miyakojima. Dense coral reefs, schools of tropical fish, sea turtles and plenty of space to free dive to depths of 8 to 15 meters close to the shore are standout features. For beginners, Aragusuku and Shigira are a good choice but advanced snorkelers may see Waiwal Beach and Shimojishima as their ultimate spots. Scuba diving Miyako Island is a diving mecca, with a wealth of dive sites to explore, including many underwater caves and caverns. Even those without a diving license need not be held back. Dive shops and tour operators also offer tours for beginners to explore Miyako Island's abundant underwater environment. Fresh island food Delight your senses with juicy, melt-in-your-mouth Miyako beef, delicious Miyako soba (noodles served in broth), or fresh fruit. Okinawa prefecture boasts the highest mango yield in Japan, and Miyako Island's warm subtropical climate is optimal for growing fresh, juicy mangoes. 1. Where is the text probably taken from A. A travel report. B. A travel guide. C. A diary. D. A text book. 2. What is a suitable spot to snorkel for beginners A. Miyako Island. B. Waiwai Beach. C. Shigira. D. Sunayama Beach. 3. What contributes to the delicious taste of mangoes grown in Miyako Island A. White sand. B. Blue ocean. C. Enough rainwater. D. Warm climate. B When my son first began competing in school chess tournaments, I often chatted with other parents. Occasionally, I would ask if they played chess themselves. Normally, the reply was no. When I volunteered that I was learning to play, their tone was cheerfully joking, "Good luck with that!" If this game is so good, why are adults ignoring it Seeing someone playing smart phone games, I preferred to say, "Why are you having your kids do chess while you play " Sure, we parents had work to do, work that helped pay for the lessons our kids were enjoying. But I was also wondering if we were sending an unnoticeable message that learning was for the young. During one tournament, I saw a group of parents playing chess! Just then, a group of kids passed me "Why are adults learning chess " One asked, in an apparently joking tone. I was tired of sitting on the sidelines. I wanted in, and that is why I got a membership card and started throwing myself in. "Early on, I was nervous, even the master can sometimes play badly," as one Grandmaster put it "a fan never". And a fan I was. It was three hours of concentration and thinking with my phone off. It felt like a gym where I was trai ... ...