河北省保定市高阳中学2016届高三上学期第一次月考英语试卷.doc

2015-2016第一学期第一次月考英语试题（2015.8） 第I卷（共100分）第一部分：听力(共两节，满分30分) 第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。每段对话仅读一遍。1. Where does the man want to go?A. A bank.B. A park.C. A bus stop.2. When is Pauls birthday party? A. July 11.B. July 12. C. July 13.3. Where is the man going to spend his Christmas? A. In his brothers.B. In his mothers.C. In his sisters.4. How are the womans parents? A. Theyre ill now.B. Theyre seldom ill.C. Theyre very healthy.5. Whats the probable relationship between the speakers? A. Classmates.B. A couple.C. Colleagues.第二节(共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分) 听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。6. What does David like to do when he is online? A. To communicate with his friends.B. To look for something interesting.C. To look up some useful information.7. What does the woman do? A. She is a worker.B. She is a researcher.C. She is a teacher.听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。8. Why does the woman turn to the man? A. Because she is not interested in English.B. Because she is not good at learning English.C. Because she has no time to do English exercises. 9. How does the woman usually learn English? A. By doing lots of exercises.B. By reading English novels.C. By remembering basic knowledge.10. What does the man advise the woman to do? A. To change her learning method.B. To spend more time on English.C. To recite each text in her textbook.听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。11. Where does the conversation most probably take place? A. In a bar.B. In a store.C. In a restaurant.12. Who does the man buy the fruit juice for? A. His wife.B. His son.C. His daughter.13. How much is a kilo of apples? A. 4 yuan.B. 8 yuan.C. 16 yuan.听第9段材料，回答第14至17题。14. Whats the probable relationship between the two speakers? A. Doctor and patient.B. Employer and employee.C. Husband and wife.15. Whats the womans attitude towards the mans idea? A. Positive.B. Indifferent.C. Negative.16. Why does the man think he should join the football team? A. Because he was a professional player.B. Because it is organized by his company.C. Because he used to play football very well.17. What does the woman advise the man to do? A. Insist on his diet.B. Do more exercise.C. Join the football team.听第10段材料，回答第18至20题。18. When was Emperor Nero in power? A. Before 37 AD.B. After 68 AD.C. During the first century.19. Around 1600, who owned most of the coffee shops in Paris? A. Italians.B. Americans.C. Frenchmen.20. Who invented the hand-turned ice-cream freezer? A. Francesco.B. Nancy Johnson.C. Jacob Flusell.第二部分：阅读理解（共2节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题每小题2分，满分30分）AIt was Saturday, so Mr. Smith did not have to go to work. It had snowed heavily the night before, and Mr. Smiths son Bobby had a new sledge (雪橇), which he had been very eager to try out for a long while. There was a good slope (斜坡) in a park not far away from the Smiths house a slope which children often used for their sledges, so Mr. Smith agreed to take Bobby there in the car. They put the sledge in and went off. When they reached the park, they found that there were already a lot of boys there, each boy with a sledge of his own. They were sliding down the slope at great speed, and then pulling their sledges up again for another go. Mr. Smith stood by, watching them with a smile. It was obvious that each and every one of them had much fun. After a few moments, Mr. Smith suddenly saw among the boys a kid who was small and poorly-dressed, and did not have a sledge. This boy had flattened out one old cardboard box, and was sliding down the slope on that. Mr. Smith felt very sorry for this poor boy, and determined to tell his son Bobby to share his new sledge with the boy. But before he could catch Bobby to speak to him, he was somewhat surprised and much more delighted to notice that several of the older boys in the park were already offering the poor boy their nice sledges. Mr. Smith watched them with greater interest and suddenly realized that the bigger boys were not doing this because they felt sorry for the poor boy, but because they enjoyed riding on his cardboard box more than on their own sledges. They were actually waiting eagerly and impatiently for a turn on the flattened cardboard box!21. What did Bobby desire to do for a long time? A. To test and play with his new sledge. B. To make a new icy slope by himself.C. To skate with his father in the nearby park.D. To ride in his fathers car on a snowy night.22. What did Mr. Smith notice shortly after arriving at the park? A. Some boys were waiting for their turns to slide patiently.B. A poor boy didnt have a sledge but a flattened cardboard box.C. A big boy was sliding down the slope on a sledge at great speed.D. Many boys offered to share their own sledges with each other.23. Mr. Smith was very pleased before speaking to his son because _. A. the bigger boys enjoyed riding on their sledges more than on the boxB. the small and poor boy had already got a new sledge from his parents C. all the boys were sharing the flattened cardboard box in turns politelyD. some of the bigger boys had already offered their sledges to the poor boy24. What can we infer from the last paragraph?A. Children should be taught the value of sharing at an early age.B. The cardboard box is always a perfect gift for the bigger boys.C. Simple and unusual things are sometimes popular among the kids.D. Actually the bigger boys wanted to help the poor boy in some way.BChina is a land of bicycles. At least it was back in 1992 when I traveled the country. Back then every one seemed to be riding a bicycle. Millions of them , all black. Cars were rare. Yet since my arrival in Beijing last year , Ive found the opposite is true. There are millions of cars. However , people still use their bicycles to get around. For many , its the easiest and cheapest way to travel today. Bicycles also come in different colors-silver, green, red, blue, yellow, whatever you want. Its fun watching people biking. They rush quickly through crossroads , move skillfully through traffic , and ride even on sidewalks. Bicycles allow people the freedom to move about that cars just cant provide. Eager to be part of this aspect of Chinese culture , I decided to buy a bicycle. Great weather accompanied my great buy. I immediately jumped up on my bicycle seat and started home. My first ride home was orderly. To be safe , I stayed with a “pack” of bikers while cars on the streets came running swiftly out of nowhere at times. I didnt want to get hit. So I took the ride carefully. Crossing the streets was the biggest problem. It was a lot like crossing a major highway back in the United States. The streets here were wide, so crossing took time , skill and a little bit of luck. I finally made it home. The feeling on the bicycle was amazing. The air hitting my face and going through my hair was wonderful. I was sitting on top of the world as I passed by places and people. Biking made me feel alive.25. According to the author , why are bicycles still popular in China today?A. Because they are traditional and safe.B. Because they are convenient and inexpensive. C. Because they are colorful and available.D. Because they are fast and environment friendly.26.The author decided to buy a bicycle because he intended_.A. to ride it for fun B. to use it for transportC. to experience local culture D. to improve his riding skills27.How did the author feel about his street crossing?A. It was boring. B. It was difficult C. It was lively. D. It was wonderful.28.Which of the following best describes the authors biking experience?A. The author enjoyed showing off his biking skills.B. The author was annoyed by the air while riding.C. The author was praised by the other bikers.D. The author took great pleasure in biking.CAttractions in YorkYork MinsterDeangate, York YO1 7HHEnjoy the peaceful atmosphere of the largest Medieval Gothic cathedral in Northern Europe, a place for worship for over 1,000 years and a treasure house of 800 years of stained glass. Open daily subject to services. Please check in advance to avoid disappointment.Tel: 01904 557216 E-mail: National Railway MuseumLeeman Road, York YO26 4XJEnjoy a fantastic free day out for the whole family at the National Railway Museum in York.Explore our three huge halls full of trains and railway legends including Mallard the worlds fastest train and the Japanese Bullet Train.Open daily between 10am. - 6pm. Tel: 08448 153139 .uk E-mail: .uk York Castle MuseumEye of York, York YO1 9RYGet ready to take a trip to the world-famous recreated Victorian street, Kirkgate. The first street of its kind, visited by 30 million people, is alive with the sights, sounds and colourful characters of York more than 100 years ago. Step inside the shops and meet the interesting folk who work there. Opening hours: Mon - Sun 09:30 to 17:00 Tel: 01904 687687 .uk E-mail: .ukCliffords TowerTower Street, York YO1 9SABuilt by William the Conqueror, it was twice burned to the ground, before being rebuilt by Henry III in the 13th century. With sweeping views of York and the surrounding countryside, it isnt hard to see why Cliffords Tower played such a key role in the control of northern England.Opening hours: Mon - Sun 10:00 to 16:00 Tel: 01904 646940 .uk/cliffordstower E-mail: .uk 29. Which of the following attractions is on Leeman Road? A. York Minster B. National Railway MuseumC. York Castle Museum D. Cliffords Tower30. Where can visitors step into the well-known Victorian Street?A. York Minster B. National Railway MuseumC. York Castle Museum D. Cliffords Tower31. While visiting York Minster, the visitors can _.A. enjoy a treasure house of 800 years of stained glass B. go inside the shops and meet the folk working there C. have sweeping views of York and countrysideD. see the worlds fastest train and the Japanese Bullet Train 32. If you want to know more information about Cliffords Tower, you can _. A. phone 01904 557216 B. email to .ukC. visit the website .uk D. write a letter to Tower Street, York YO1 9SADWe are all interested in equality, but while some people try to protect the school and examination system in the name of equality, others, still in the name of equality, want only to destroy it.Any society which is interested in equality of opportunity and standards of achievement must regularly test its pupils. The standards may be changedno examination is perfectbut to have no tests or examinations would mean the end of equality and of standards. There are groups of people who oppose this view and who do not believe either in examinations or in any controls in schools or on teachers. This would mean that everything would depend on luck since every pupil would depend on the efficiency, the values and the purpose of each teacher.Without examinations, employers will look for employees from the highly respected schools and from families known to thema form of favoritism will replace equality. At the moment, the bright child from an ill-respected school can show certificates to prove he or she is suitable for a job, while the lack of certificate indicates the unsuitability of a dull child attending a well-respected school. This defense of excellence and opportunity would disappear if examinations were taken away, and the bright child from a poor family would be a prisoner of his or her schools reputation, unable to compete for employment with the child from the favored school.The opponents of the examination system suggest that examinations are an evil force because they show differences between pupils. According to these people, there must be no special, different, academic class. They have even suggested that there should be no form of difference in sport or any other area: all jobs or posts should be filled by unsystematic selection. The selection would be made by people who themselves are probably selected by some computer.33. The word “favoritism” in paragraph 3 is used to describe the phenomenon that _.A. bright children also need certificates to get satisfying jobsB. poor children with certificates are favored in job markets C. children from well-respected schools tend to have good jobs D. children attending ordinary schools achieve great success34. What would happen if examinations were taken away according to the author?A. Childrens job opportunity would be affected by their school reputation B. Schools for bright children would lose their reputation.C. There would be more opportunities and excellence.D. Children from poor families would be able to change their schools.35. The passage mainly focuses on _.A. schools and certificatesB. opportunity and employment C. standards and reputation D. examination and equality第二节（共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分）根据短文内容，从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。（注意：此题36-40的答案要涂到卡上71-75）36 . There are two pens which can write this book. One is writing growth, the other is writing caducity(衰老）. One is describing success, the other is presenting failure. In others words, one is drawing happiness and the other is showing sorrow as well. Life is like a heavy truck, so happiness and sorrow are like the wheels. No cross, no crown. No pain, no joy. 37 . One is that to live a day is to leave a day. The other is that to live a day is to enjoy a day. Just one word difference, it has reflected the complete reverse(相反的） state of psychology. Life is like the course which is investing（投资） all the time. 38 .When you have it, you should use it well and make it develop great actions. Please remember, the active attitude creates wonderful life, or the negative attitude waste lifetime. 39 . When she was about to knock at the door, she heard someone speaking in the room. A little girl said, Would you like some braised(炖熟的） pork today? Another girl said, No. I would like some toasted chicken. Following the words, the lady knocked at the door and went into the room. 40 . To her surprise, there were only some pieces of thin and dry bread, two cold potatoes and a jar of water on the table. The lady asked them what was the matter . They said that they imagined that, so poor food was turned into many kinds of delicious food.When the lady left the family, she had newly understanding of happiness. A. She saw them sitting at a table.B. Everybody wishes to live a happy life.C. There are two different minds.D. Life is like a book.E. One day , a rich lady went to visit a poor, but happy family. F. Happy life exists everywhere.G. Therefore, for one sense, life is the capital（资本）.第三部分：英语知识运用（满分45分）第一节：完形填空 Some years ago when I was in my first year in college, I heard Salome Bey sing for the first timeThe moment was excitingSalomes 41 filled the room and brought the theater to lifeI was so 42 that I decided to write an article about herI 43 Salome Bey, telling her I was from Essence magazine, and that I wanted to meet her to talk about her careerShe 44 and told me to come to her studio next Tuesday When I 45 , I was scared out of my mindI 46 I was lyingI was not a writer at all and hadnt even written a grocery listI interviewed Salome Bey the next TuesdayI sat there 47 , taking notes and asking questions that all began with, “Can you tell me” I soon realized that48Salome Bey was one thing, but writing a story for a national magazine was just impossibleThe 49 was almost unbearableI struggled for days 50 draft after draftFinally I put my manuscript (手稿) into a large envelope and dropped it into a mailboxIt didnt take longMy manuscript 51 How stupid of me! I thoughtHow could I 52 in a world of professional writers? Knowing I couldnt 53 the rejection letter, I threw the unopened envelope into a drawerFive years later, I was moving to CaliforniaWhile cleaningmy apartment, I 54 the unopened envelopeThis time I opened it and read the editors letter in 55 Dear Ms Profit,Your story on Salome Bey is fantasticYet we need some 56 materialsPlease add those and return the article immediatelyWe would like to 57 your story soon Shocked, it took me a long time to 58 Fear of rejection cost me dearlyI lost at least five hundred dollars and a chance of having my article appear in a major magazineMore importantly, I lost years of enjoyable writingToday, I have become a full time writer 59 my experience, I learned a very important lesson: You cant60to doubt yourself41Ajoy Bspee