高考英语试卷(模拟考试题) .pdf

English Exam Part 1: Reading Comprehension (40 points) Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow. Kangaroos are marsupials found in Australia. They are famous for their large hind legs, which they use to hop great distances. Kangaroos are social animals that live in groups called mobs or troops. They are herbivores, and their diet consists mainly of grass, leaves, and other vegetation. Kangaroos have adapted to life in the Australian outback, which can be very hot and dry. They have special features that help them survive in this harsh environment. For example, kangaroos have long, powerful tails that help them balance while hopping, and also serve as a weapon if threatened. They also have long, pointed ears that help them hear predators from far away. Kangaroos are an important part of Australian culture and are a symbol of the country. They appear on the Australian coat of arms, and many Australians consider them to be national icons. What are kangaroos famous for? What is a group of kangaroos called? What is the main component of a kangaroos diet? How have kangaroos adapted to life in the Australian outback? What is the significance of kangaroos in Australian culture? Part 2: Vocabulary and Grammar (30 points) Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: Im sorry, I ________________ your name. Can you tell me again, please? a) forgot b) have forgotten c) forget d) am forgetting Choose the correct form of the verb to complete the sentence: The children ________________ excitedly about their upcoming vacation. a) talk b) talks c) talking d) talked Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence: We arrived ________________ the airport just in time to catch our flight. a) in b) at c) on d) by Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: My sister is a great artist. She can ________________ beautiful paintings. a) make b) create c) design d) produce Choose the correct word to complete the sente