However, the children of older men, though less attractive, are likely to outlive their peers with younger fathers, it is claimed.

Professor Lee Smith, a geneticist at Edinburgh University, told the Sunday Times other research found such children have longer telomeres(端粒) - the caps on the end of chromosomes(染色体)--- which are associated with longer life.

But the mounting research connecting parents’ age with autism is cause for concern, experts warn.

Autism is an umbrella term for a range of developmental disorders that have a lifelong effect on someone’s ability to interact socially and communicate openly.

In the UK, around one in 100 adults is thought to be affected by autism, mostly men, caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors.

Researchers said men should be advised about the potential problems in order to help their personal decision-making when it came to having fathering children at older ages.

They warned that advancing paternal age faced a risk of ‘numerous public health and societal problems’.

Among well-known older dads are Simon Cowell, 54, whose son was born earlier this month, and comedian Frank Skinner whose first child was born in 2012 when he was 55.

72.  From the passage, we know that _______.

A. Genetic mutations are caused by old age and physical disorders

B. When a man becomes older, sperm-producing cells copy his DNA less effectively

C. One of the advantages older fathers have is that their children can live a longer life

D. Researchers advise men to avoid having fathering children at older ages.

73. What does the passage say about autism? _______

A. Genetic mutations inside a person cause autism

B. Environmental factors contribute to autism

C. In the UK, one percent of its population are affected by autism

D. Autism prevents people from interacting socially and communicating openly

74. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? ______

A. Aging is the cause of genetic mutations

B. Mothers have less effect on their children’s appearance than fathers

C. Children born to younger fathers are more attractive in looks than those born to older fathers and the difference grows with the age gap

D. Simon Cowell and Frank Skinner are mentioned as an example to show that older fathers have uglier children

75. The whole passage is developed mainly by means of ________.

A. showing examples         B. making arguments

C. presenting theories         D. providing data and facts

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第四部分写作(共两节，满分35分)

第一节任务型读写(共10小题;每小题1分，满分10分)

阅读下面短文，根据所读内容在表格中的空白处填人恰当的单词。

注意：每个空格只填一个单词。

The art of public speaking began in ancient Greece over 2,000 years ago. Now, twitter, instant messaging, e-mail, blogs and chat forums offer rival(竞争者) approaches to communication - but none can replace the role of a great speech.

The spoken word can handle various vital functions: persuading or inspiring, informing, paying tribute, entertaining, or simply introducing someone or something or accepting something.

Over the past year, the human voice has helped guide us over the ups and downs of what was certainly a stormy time.

Persuasion is used in dealing with or settling different points of view. When the leaders met in Copenhagen in December 2009, persuasive words from activists encouraged them to commit themselves to firmer action.

Inspirational speeches confront the emotions. They focus on topics and matters that are close to people's hearts. During wars, generals used inspiring speeches to prepare the troops for battle.

A speech that conveys knowledge and enhances understanding can inform us. The information must be clear, accurate, and expressed in a meaningful and interesting way. When the H1N1 was announced, the idea of “swine flu” scared many people. Informative speeches from World Health Organization officials helped people to keep their panic under control so they could take sensible precautions.

Sad events are never easy to deal with but a speech that pays tribute(敬意)to the loss of a loved one and gives praise for their contribution can be comforting. Madonna's speech about Michael Jackson, after his death, highlighted the fact that he will continue to live on through his music.

It's not only in world conferences where public speaking plays an important role. It can also be surprisingly helpful in the course of our own lives.

If you’re taking part in a debate you need to persuade the listeners of the soundness of your argument. In sports, athletes know the importance of an encouraging talk before a match to inspire teammates. You yourself may be asked to do a presentation at college or work to inform the others about an area of vital importance.

On a more personal level, a friend may be upset and need comforting. Or you might be asked to introduce a speaker at a family event or to speak at a wedding, where your language will be needed to move people or make them laugh.

Great speaking ability is not something we're born with. Even Barack Obama works hard to perfect every speech. For a brilliant speech, there are rules that you can put to good use. To learn those rules you have to practice and learn from some outstanding speeches in the past.

The passage    76   mainly on the topic of a great speech

Various     77      of a great speech It is persuading, inspiring, informing, paying tribute, entertaining, or simply introducing someone or something or accepting something

Specific   78     to show how a great speech works  In Copenhagen’s conference in Dec 2009, persuasive words from activists encouraged the leaders to  79              firmer action.

 During wars, generals used inspiring speeches to prepare the troops for battle, because inspirational speeches can   80    people’s hearts

 When the H1N1 disease was first announced, many people feel   81     , but informative speeches from the WHO officials helped people keep calm to take sensible precautions.

 Madonna’s speech in praise for Michael Jackson’s    82    to music was really comforting , which highlighted the fact that he would continue to live on through his music.

 In a debate, debaters need to persuade the     83     of the soundness of their arguments; In sports, athletes know the importance of inspiring their teammates.

84     Great speaking ability is not something inborn, instead, it is gradually    85     through one’s own efforts.

第二节  书面表达(满分25分)

人生不是一帆风顺的。每个人都会有自己的烦恼。中学生当然也不例外。在你遇到问题时，你通常的做法是什么呢?

请你根据以下要点写一篇关于“怎样对待生活中的烦恼”的英语短文。字数：100-120.

1. 记日记，以此来发泄自己的情绪或反思自己的行为。

2. 向父母或老师求助。

3. 以积极的心态面对烦恼。

2015届江淮十校协作体高三联考英语试题答案

听力理解：1～5 ACBCA  6～10 AACBC 11～15 BCBBC   16～20 ABBAC

单选选择：21～25 DBCBD   26～30 CBCDB  31～35 DABAC

完形填空：36~40 ABDCA  41~45 CBABD  45~50 ABCAD  51~55 ACACA

阅读理解：56~59 CDDC  60~63 ADBD   64~67 BBDC

68~71 ADCD  72~75 BDCD

任务型读写：76. focuses/centers/centres 77.functions/advantages 78. examples/instances79. take  80. touch/motivate/inspire  81. scared/frightened 82. contribution(s) 83. listeners/audience  84.Conclusion/Summary

85.developed/ learned/practised/achieved/obtained/acquired

书面表达

A possible version:

Who do you turn to help whenever you are in trouble?

We all know that happiness and painfulness are twins. Sometimes we are happy, while sometimes we are upset because we are in trouble. We just need to take a positive attitude towards it.

For me, I think keeping a diary is a good way to drive away the bad moods in life. Sometimes, I quarreled with my friend for some reason and couldn’t find someone to talk with. So I wrote down what happened between us in my diary and I find that I was not angry at all right after I finished it. Besides, talking with parents is also a good idea, for parents have rich experiences in life and they will give us some useful advice.

 

江淮十校联考试题1-听力文字稿

Text 1

W: ①Flight 737 is being announced. I’d better be on my way. Goodbye. Thanks for your hospitality.

M: You’re welcome. Happy landing.

Text 2

W: Don’t be nervous. ②They’ll simply measure your height and weight and then take your blood pressure.

M: That doesn’t sound too hard. I think I’m ready for it.

Text 3

M: Hello! This is Tom Davis.③I have an appointment with Mrs. Jones at nine o’clock this morning, but I’m afraid I’ll have to be about fifteen minutes late.

W: That’s all right, Mr. Davis. She doesn’t have another appointment scheduled until ten o’clock.

Text 4

W: Hi, Tom. Nice and warm today, isn’t it?

M: Yes, beautiful. I hope it can stay warm until this weekend.

W: ④But the weather report says it is going to rain from tomorrow.

M: Oh, no, I hate rain.

Text 5

M: I’m going to New York next week, but the hotel I booked is so expensive. I’ve got to start saving.

W: ⑤Why book a hotel? My parents have two spare rooms in their apartment.

Text 6

M: Oh, I’m exhausted.

W: Why are you so tired? What did you do today?

M: There were so many things to do.

W: Did you do all those things all by yourself?

M: Oh, yes. I had to. ⑥I had to check the new products. I had to hold the meeting with the department managers. I had to listen to their reports and give my comments. That’s my job, you know.

W: Well, it sounds like you really had to do all those things. But you shouldn’t work too hard. Do you know what you should do at the moment?

M: What?

W: Take some time off.

M: Go on holiday?

W: ⑦To relax yourself. How about having a trip this weekend?

M: You mean having a picnic?

W: ⑦Yes.

M: Great idea!

Text 7

W: Hey, you. ⑧Can’t you be a bit faster? You make the whole group wait for you.

M: How can you blame it on me? ⑨I’m having trouble in operating this kind of machine. It is designed for you right-handers.

W: You always complain about these machines. But you are not the only one using your left hand.

M: Really? I don’t know who else is the same as me.

W: To tell you the truth, I’m also left-handed.

M: You?

W: Yeah. ⑩You should spend some time getting suited to it in advance. Then you can do it quickly.

M:⑧Is that what you have done?

W: Yes. ⑩In fact, it pays to use both hands.

M: OK, I will try.

Text 8

M: So, what sort of person are we looking for?

W: Well, they’d have to be reliable, of course. I don’t want to find that we are about to go out and they haven’t shown up, or they are running late or something.

M: Sure. ⑪That last kid—what was her name? She. . .

W: Oh, please, ⑪she was always late, but you have to admit she was hard-working—always cleaned the house while we were out.

M: Well, that’s not so important as far as I’m concerned. ⑫I mean, they are being paid to take care of the kids. If they clean the place, it’s a bonus, but. . .

W: But, no. . . we need to be able to trust them, of course—I mean, leaving them here in the house with the kids, you know. . .

M: Yeah. ⑬Honesty is definitely important.

W: And also they have to be friendly. It’s no good if the kids don’t like them.

M: Absolutely. So, who should we interview, then?

Text 9

W: ⑭Welcome to the program. This afternoon I’m standing in the middle of the northern Black Forest, with Rainer Sanger.

M: Good afternoon, Sarah.

W: Rainer, ⑮you’re very concerned about this area of the forest, aren’t you? Can you tell us why?

M: Well, much of the forest was wiped out in the terrible storm last winter, as you can see. Many of the trees are dead, and more are dying because of the damage. We believe that the government isn’t doing enough right now to make this beautiful forest get into its former state.

W: I see. But have you spoken to the government about this?

M: We have tried, but each time they say that they haven’t got enough money. They are always using money as the excuse. It’s getting really disappointing!

W: But it’s not just an excuse, is it? They clearly don’t have enough money for everything and the storm came unexpectedly.

M: Of course we know that, but the point is that we aren’t asking for money. ⑯What we need right now is their guidance—we can provide volunteers to work on the forest.

Text 10

W: Mr. Smith, we have learned a lot about your work.

⑰Now, tell us something about your after-work activities.

M: I guess it’s not quite different from anyone else’s. I’m interested in sports. I run about 3 miles every day. I particularly enjoy cross country running. I run across fields, jump over streams and so on. While I’m running I think about all sorts of things, and at the end of a run I’m sometimes surprised to find that I’ve managed to solve a problem that was on my mind. ⑱Next year I’m going to try the London Marathon. It’s a long, hard race—42 kilometers, but I very much want to do it. I worry a bit about getting old, ⑲and I’d like to prove to myself that I’m still almost as fit as I was twenty years ago. I’m interested in climbing as well as running. I’ll never become an expert climber, but I know what I’m doing in the mountains. I successfully completed a course in snow and ice climbing when I was younger, and

⑳I did a series of easy climbs in the Alps a few years ago. My wife doesn’t share my interests in the mountains. She agreed to go climbing with me once, but she found that she felt ill as soon as she got above 1, 000 meters, so we decided to follow different hobbies.

W: You certainly seem to enjoy yourself by doing sports. All right, Mr. Smith. Thanks for your interesting talk.

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