重庆市南开高中2021届高三下学期3月入学测试英语仿真卷英语试题B卷

A company called Compass Pools has some good news for height and swimming enthusiasts. Recently, the company announced their novel design—a first of its kind 360degree pool which is set to be placed on a skyscraper in London. The Infinity London will be the first and only building in the world to include this cuttingedge pool design. The pool will be laid on top of a 55story skyscraper and will allow people to float over 200 meters above the London skyline with unobstructed(没有障碍的) views of the city.

The entrance to the pool is hidden. People began to raise questions about how anyone would get inside the pool. Compass Pools explains:" Swimmers will access the pool through a rotating spiral(螺旋形的) staircase based on the door of a submarine, rising from the pool floor when someone wants to get in or out. "

But that is not the only unique technology of the pool. The designers found a way to make sure the wind doesn't blow the water down to the streets. They included a built­in anemometer(风力计) to monitor the wind speed. It is linked to a computer­controlled building management system which will also take care of the temperature of the water.

Alex Kemsley promises that this unique pool will surpass everyone's expectations. "It's quite a strange feeling to swim in the SkyPool at The Shard and have helicopters flying past at your level but this pool takes it a step further, "he says. "Putting your goggles(游泳镜) on and with a 360degree view of London from 220m up, it really will be something else—but it's definitely not one for the acrophobic(恐高的)!"

While the exact date of the construction is not clear yet, if things go well, it may begin in 2022. The location has yet to be confirmed too.

OPENINGS AND PREVIEWS

Animals Out of Paper

Yolo！Productions and the Great Griffon present the play by Rajiv Joseph, in which an origami(折纸术) artist invites a teenage talent and his teacher into her studio. Merri Milwe directs. In previews. Opens Feb. 12. (West Park Presbyterian Church, 165 W. 86th St. 212-868-4444. )

The Audience

Helen Mirren stars in the play by Peter Morgan, about Queen Elizabeth II of the UK and her private meetings with twelve Prime Ministers in the course of sixty years. Stephen Daldry directs. Also starring Dylan Baker and Judith Ivey. Previews begin Feb. 14. (Schoenfeld, 236 W. 45th St. 212-239-6200. )

Hamilton

Lin-Manuel Miranda wrote this musical about Alexander Hamilton, in which the birth of America is presented as an immigrant story. Thomas Kail directs. In previews. Opens Feb. 17. (Public, 425 Lafayette St. 212-967-7555. )

On the Twentieth Century

Kristin Chenoweth and Peter Gallagher star in the musical comedy by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, about a Broadway producer who tries to win a movie star's love during a cross-country train journey. Scott Ellis directs, for Roundabout Theatre Company. Previews begin Feb. 12. (American Airlines Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St. 212-719-1300.)

It was New Year's night. An aged man was standing at a window. He raised his sad eyes towards the deep blue sky, where the stars were floating like white lilies (百合花) on the surface of a clear calm lake. Then he cast them on the earth, where few more hopeless people than himself moved towards their certain goal—the tomb. He had already passed sixty of the stages leading to it, and he had brought from his journey nothing but errors and regrets.

The days of his youth appeared like dreams before him, and he remembered the serious moment when his father placed him at the entrance of the two roads—one leading to a peaceful, sunny place, covered with flowers, fruits and resounding with soft, sweet songs; the other leading to a deep, dark cave, which was endless, where poisonous snakes hissed and crawled.

He saw a star fall from the sky and disappear, and this was the symbol of himself. His regret, which was like a sharp arrow, struck deeply into his heart. Then he remembered his friends in his childhood, who entered on life together with him. But they had made their way to success and were honored and happy on this New Year's night. With shame and grief he dared no longer look towards that heaven where his father lived. His darkened eyes were full of tears, and with a despairing effort, he let out a cry, "Come back, my early days! Come back！"

And his youth did return, for all this was only a dream which he had on New Year's night. He was still young though his faults were real; he had not yet entered the deep, dark cave, and he was still free to walk on the road which leads to the peaceful and sunny land.

As for those who still remain at the entrance of life, hesitating to choose the bright road, remember that when years have passed and your feet fall on the dark mountains, you will cry bitterly, but in vain, "Oh youth, return! Oh give me back my early days!"

Should we allow modern buildings to be built next to older buildings in a historic area of a city? In order to answer this question, we must first examine whether people really want to preserve the historic feel of an area. Not all historical buildings are attractive. However, there may be other reasons—for example, economic reasons—why they should be preserved. So, let's assume that historical buildings are both attractive and important to the majority of people. What should we do then if a new building is needed?

In my view, new architectural styles can exist perfectly well alongside an older style. Indeed, there are many examples in my own home town of Tours where modern designs have been placed very successfully next to old buildings. As long as the building in question is pleasing and does not dominate (影响) its surroundings too much, it often improves attractiveness of the area.

It is true that there are examples of new buildings which have spoilt (破坏) the area they are in, but the same can be said of some old buildings too. Yet people still speak against new buildings in historic areas. I think this is simply because people are naturally conservative and do not like change.

Although we have to respect people's feelings as fellow users of the buildings, I believe that it is the duty of the architect and planner to move things forward. If we always reproduced what was there before, we would all still be living in caves. Thus, I would argue against copying previous architectural styles and choose something fresh and different, though that might be the more risky choice.

How to Level up Your Self-Control

By definition, self-control is the ability to do something that benefits your long-term goals, instead of something that might satisfy your immediate desires. --we end up sacrificing the well-being of our future selves all too easily.

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Angela Duckworth, professor of psychology at the University of Pennsylvania, says allocating resources between your present self and future self is an ongoing struggle. For example, exhibiting self-control over spending time on video games and social media, two of the most common temptations (诱惑) of the current era, means battling against age-old mechanisms in your brain.

If you're willing to look deeply into your tendencies and weak points, you can recognize the handful of problems that you need to work on.

To improve self-control at work, Duckworth first recommends taking a future-oriented approach to your day, such as planning breaks and the time for checking emails in advance.

The problem of looking at your cell phone too often, say, can be solved by putting it on mute or, better yet, sticking it in your bag until lunch. .

Finally, Duckworth advises laying a foundation of self-control that you can build of in the future. because of too little sleep the night before, or an insufficient meal in the morning. By practicing healthier living away from the workplace, you can gather the strength and stamina (毅力) to help you control your worst urges when it matters most.

A. One place to start would be the office

B. What problems do you need to work on

C. We've all experienced unproductive workdays

D. But for many of us, short-term satisfactions are irresistible

E. Why is exercising proper self-control so tricky for some, and how to do better

F. If you can resist resigning you may achieve more on your overall self-control

G. Removing the temptation from sight is key to ensuring you're faithful to your mission

It was already half past seven and I was running late again for the dinner appointment with my wife, Eleanor. We had 1 to meet at the restaurant at seven o'clock. I felt a little uneasy, but to my 2, I had a good excuse: A business meeting had run over and I'd wasted no time getting to the dinner.

When I arrived at the 3, I apologized and told Eleanor I didn't mean to be late. She screamed, "You never mean to." Well, I could 4 she was angry. "I'm sorry but it was not 5." I said. Then I told her about the business meeting. 6, my explanation seemed to make things worse.

Several weeks later, when I 7 the situation to my friend Ken Hardy, he smiled, "You 8 a classic mistake. You're 9 in your own way of thinking. You didn't 10 to be late. But that's not the point. What is 11 in your communication is how your lateness affected Eleanor. "

Thinking more about Ken's words, I 12 recognized the root cause of such disagreement. It's the result of the action that really 13. I should have started the conversation by expressing how my actions 14 Eleanor and saved the discussions about my intention for later, much later and even never.

Later on, after talking to Eleanor and really 15 her experience of the results of my lateness, I've managed to be on time a lot more frequently.

A 90-year-old has been awarded "Woman Of The Year" for  (be) Britain's oldest full-time employee—still  (work) 40 hours a week. Now Irene Astbury works from 9 am to 5 pm daily at the pet shop in Macclesfield, which she opened with her late husband Les. Her years of hard work have  (final) been acknowledged after a customer nominated (提名) her to be Cheshire's Woman Of The Year.

Picking up her "Lifetime Achievement" award, proud Irene declared she had no plans to retire  her 36-year-old business. Irene said, "I don't see any reason  (give) up work. I love coming here and seeing my family and all the friends I  (make) over the years. I work not because I have to,  because I want to. "

Granddaughter Gayle Parks, 31— works alongside her in the family business —said it remained unknown as to who nominated Irene for  award. She said," We don't have any idea who put grandma forward. When we got a call saying she was short-listed, we thought it was a joke. But then we got an official letter and we were blown away. We are so proud of her. It's  (wonder). "

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    From the picture we can see a family of three walking on a long red carpet.

It was raining pretty hard on Halloween, but that wasn't going to stop my little sister Kate and me from trick-or-treating. We decided to start at Miss Parson's house. Miss Parson was loved by us kids who lived nearby because she often shared her self-made cookies with us. We usually finished them in a second, especially when we were hungry after class. Sometimes, when we visited her or did something for her, she always gave us surprise.

Kate and I wondered what kinds of treats she'd offer. As we walked down the street, I held an umbrella, a bag for candy, and my sister's hand. Jack-o-Lantems gave soft light along the street. Spider webs hung in all the windows. Parents who were dressed up like monsters (怪物) stood in doorways. After we had walked a few blocks, we were wet from head to toes, and I felt Kate was trembling with cold.

There was a light on at Miss Parson's house, but there were no ghosts,小妖精), or Jack-o-Lantems. We climbed up the steps and saw Miss Parson through a window. She was drinking a cup of hot tea.

"Maybe she doesn't celebrate Halloween," Kate said with a sigh, disappointedly.

"Well, even if she doesn't, she usually likes it when we visit her," I said and knocked on the door.

Miss Parson seemed surprised when she opened it and saw our dressing." Is today Halloween?" she asked. "I completely forgot. I am so sorry!"

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Miss Parson rushed us into her house.

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The next morning, a hot and sweet discussion about Miss Parson and Halloween spread among us kids.