仙桃市2012年春季学期期中学业水平监测试题高二定稿.doc

湖北省仙桃市2012年春季学期期中学业水平监测试题高 二 英 语命题人：仙桃市教育科学研究院 刘常波全卷满分150分，考试用120分钟。祝考试顺利注意事项：1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在试题卷和答题卡上。2.选择题在每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；书面表达部分用0.5毫米黑色签字笔直接答在答题卡上相对应的区域内，答在试题卷上无效。3.考试结束，请将答题卡上交。第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案标在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卷上。第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）第二部分：词汇知识运用（共两节，满分30分）第一节：多项选择（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）从A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卷上将该项涂黑。21. At the bottom of the _ are young people in their first jobs, among whom is my daughter.A. pileB. massC. blockD.amount22. The violent conflict between the countries over the _ has developed into war.A. limitB. edgeC. fenceD. boundary23. To her dissatisfaction, her husband didnt approve of her idea; instead he _ everything she said.A. contradictB. favorC. declareD. convey24. Experts urged that healthy people not _ vegetables and fruit with vitamin pills, which might be polluted when processed.A. substituteB. purchaseC. governD. subscribe25.The good thing about children is that they _ very easily to new environments.A. access B. adaptC. abandonD. apply26. She seems _ enough but she keeps things locked inside her.A. ambitiousB. outgoingC. clumsyD.noisy27. His boss was _ with him for being rude to his customers and said he would be fired if he was caught again.A. satisfiedB. annoyedC. adequateD.absurd28. A study shows that an extra weight in old age may enable you to live longer if _ healthy.A. somewhatB. otherwiseC. anywayD. somehow29.Einstein liked Boses paper so much that he _ his own work and translated into German.A. gave offB. turned downC. took overD. set aside30. We have a thousand reasons to believe that three years of hard work in senior school for those sparing no efforts in study will eventually_.A. pay offB. get acrossC. come about D. pull through第二节：完形填空（共20小题；每小题1分，满分20分）阅读下面短文，从短文后所给各题的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项，并在答题卷上将该项涂黑。It was a cold evening and my daughter and I were walking up Broadway. I didnt notice a guy sitting inside a cardboard box. But Nora did. She wasnt even four, but she 31 at my coat and said, “That mans cold. Daddy, 32 we take him home?”I dont remember my reply. But I do remember a sudden 33 feeling inside me. I had always been delighted at how much my daughter noticed in her 34 , whether it was 35 in flight or children playing. But now she was noticing 36 and beggary. A few days later, I saw an article in the newspaper about volunteers who picked up a food package from a nearby school on a Sunday morning and 37 it to an elderly person. It was quick and easy. I 38 us up. Nora was 39 about it. She could understand the importance of food, so she could easily see how 40 our job was. When Sunday came, she was ready, but I had to 41 myself to leave the house to fetch the food package. On my way to the school, I fought an urge (强烈愿望) to turn 42 . The Sunday paper and coffee were waiting for me at home. Why do this? Still, we phoned the 43 person wed been appointed. She 44 us right over.The building was in a bad state. Facing us was a silver-haired woman in an old dress. She took the package and asked us to come in. Nora ran inside. I unwillingly followed. Once inside, I saw that the department belonged to someone poor. Our hostess 45 us some photos. Nora played and when it came time to say goodbye, we three hugged, I walked home in tears.Professionals call such a(n) 46 “a volunteer opportunity”. They are opportunities, Ive come to see. Where else but as volunteers do you have the opportunity to do something 47 thats good for others as well as for yourself? Nora and I regularly serve to needy people and 48 clothes for the homeless. Yet, as Ive 49 her grow over these past four years, I still wonderwhich of us has 50 more?31. A. pulledB. glancedC. wavedD. aimed32. A. WouldB. CanC. NeedD. Must33. A. generalB. funny C. heavyD. curious34. A. area B. partC. eyesight D. world35. A. flowersB. animalsC. plantsD. birds36. A. coldness B. illness C. suffering D. ignorance37. A. deliveredB. returnedC. devoted D. posted38. A. held B. hurried C. signedD. lined39. A. casual B. sorry C. astonished D. excited40. A. creative B. valuableC. shocking D. simple 41. A. warnB. stopC. allow D. push42. A. back B. awayC. upD. out43. A. terribleB. rich C. oldD. young 44. A. called B. promisedC. invited D. helped45. A. gaveB. showed C. borrowedD. threw46. A. stay B. visit C. adventure D. challenge47. A. fair B. famous C. difficultD. valuable48. A. collectB. makeC. order D. wear49. A. letB. madeC. watched D. noticed50. A. increasedB. benefited C. tried D. seized第三部分：阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）阅读下列短文，从每篇短文后所给各题的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卷上将该项涂黑。AI was helping in my sons classroom when I spotted a poster that reads, “Sticks and stones may break my bones but words can break my heart”. I started thinking.Teachers are such an important part of a childs life. A teachers support determines how safe a child feels in school. His inspiration determines how much risk a child will take in the classroom, his understanding determines how important a child feels in school and his love determines a childs motivation and attitude toward education. And the effect a teacher has on a child doesnt end when the school bell rings at the end of the day. Rather, those feelings developed in the classroom go home with the child and, in a large part, determine what sort of evening the child and the family have. The importance of a teacher to a child is fantastic and cannot be over-emphasized.All my children are fortunate to have remarkable teachers. Consequently, the three of them love going to school almost as much as they love using teacherisms. For example, one of Hannahs favorite phrases is used when I mess up. She looks at me with understanding and says, “Its okay to make mistakes, mama, because youre only learning.” Rachaels favorite phrase is used to start most of her jobs; with a glow in her eye, she says, “Im just going to do my best, mama, because thats all I can do!” But perhaps my favorite is Jacobs response to his sisters when one of them says something he doesnt like. With his hand on his heart he says, “Dont say that because words can break my heart.”Like most parents, I hear teacherisms daily. And every time I hear one, my heart floods with gratefulness for the wonderful teachers who make my children feel safe, important, and successful in the classroom, and who are helping my children achieve emotional good health. There is much talk today how to measure a teachers worth. I think we need only look at the students. Children mirror teachers words and actions, and the content of those reflections shows teachers greatness.51. Teachers are important to students in that .A. they equip them with book knowledgeB. they help free the parents from worriesC. they guarantee each family a happy eveningD. they help keep them emotionally healthy52. The three childrens examples are used to show that . A. they are lucky to have wonderful teachersB. they can eventually develop into good teachers C. they are sometimes mentally hurt by the teachersD. they have a successful performance in school53. To his mother, what the boy says possibly sounds .A. ridiculous B. convincing C. humorous D. inspiring54. The underlined word “teacherisms” probably refers to “ ”.A. how teachers normally deal with their studentsB.what teachers usually say to their studentsC. why teachers seem important to their students D. where teachers agree with their studentsBThe Asian Games that ended in the southern metropolis on Saturday have greatly improved the image of Guangzhou and residents feeling of belonging to the city.According to a new survey, more than 80 percent of local residents said they are going to live in Guangzhou for a long time.Only 8 percent of the interviewees said they do not think Guangzhou is their permanent home.The survey, which was conducted by the College of Journalism and Communication of the Guangzhou-based Jinan University, interviewed 1,100 residents in the past six months. All the interviewees had lived in the city for more than six months.The survey found that 91.75 percent of the interviewees said the Asian Games have helped Guangzhou improve its status and reputation, while 82.75 percent said the games have also helped improve the citys culture and entertainment industries.However, previous surveys by China Europe International Business School in 2006 and the Ipsos Group in 2007 showed that the overall happiness index of Guangzhou was the lowest among 10 major mainland cities in 2005, and Guangzhou residents degree of satisfaction with life was the sixth lowest among seven major Chinese cities in 2007.Zhang Lei, deputy director of the public sentiment center under the College of Journalism and Communication of Jinan University, was quoted by Thursdays China Daily that more residents have begun to endorse their city after they have benefited from Guangzhous hosting of the Asian Games.Guangzhous traffic facilities have been greatly improved thanks to an advanced new light railway and extended metro network, said Zhang.As well, the quality of the citys water and air has been improved after large sums of money were invested to reduce pollution in recent years, she said.Hu Zhaonian, a Guangzhou white-collar worker, said great changes have taken place in the city since July 2004, when Guangzhou won the bid to host the 16th Asian Games.Many fashionable buildings have been constructed, while many old structures have been renovated, Hu said.55. According to the passage, which one made people feel unsatisfied with life in Guangzhou in the past? A. The price of houses is too expensive for people to afford. B. Getting around can be very difficult due to the poor traffic facilities. C. The temperature is too high in summer to bear. D. There are too many crimes took place in this city.56. Which one is NOT mentioned about how Guangzhou has improved its image? A. The water pollution has been reduced greatly B. The city become more and more famous around the world C. More and more foreigners start to invest in this city. D. The entertainment industries develop well here.57. Whats the main idea of this passage? A. Introducing some surveys done in Guangzhou. B. The great influence that the Asian Games put on Guangzhou. C. How to make Guangzhous future better and better. D. How Guangzhou becomes an international city.58. Which of the following is the right order of the events happened in Guangzhou?The closing ceremony of the Asian GamesThe survey conducted by the College of Journalism and CommunicationWinning the bid to host the 16th Asian Games The survey conducted by China Europe International Business SchoolThe survey conducted by the Ipsos Group A. B. C. D. C People living in the UK take quite a few holidays abroad and in this country each year. Choices made about where to go, how to get there and what to do while they can either benefit or harm the environment. While on holiday Many of the things you can do to be greener on holiday will be the same things you can do at homebut there are also some extra things too, like avoiding gifts made from endangered plants and animals. Here are some suggestions:Making the most of locally produced food and drink, and local activities and attractions will support people in the area you are visiting and reduce the need for further environmental influence from transport;Switching off any air conditioning, heating and lights will help reduce climate change effect;Save watersome countries suffer from water shortages and saving water can help avoid damage to our natural habitats.Endangered species Some gifts and foods available in some countries can be made from endangered plants or animals. Check before you buy, but if you doubt, avoid animal and plant gifts. More details of the types of products to avoid and illegal(非法的) trade hotspots can be found on the Souvenir (纪念品) Alert webpage. Making a positive contribution to the place you are visiting There are ways in which your holiday can help support local people and the environment:There are many opportunities to volunteer and help with projects that conserve and improve natural habitats;When you are away, or if you are looking for somewhere to visit, you can support projects or attractions which protect wildlife, such as nature reserves and conservation projects. 59. According to the passage, we can _ to help reduce climate change effect.A. make good use of water B. buy local food and drinkC. save electricity D. go around on foot60. We should check the gifts and foods before buying because _. A. sometimes they are of poor qualityB. they may not be typical local productsC. some of them will do harm to our healthD. they may be made from endangered animals or plants61. We can infer from the passage that _. A. it is not easy for people to travel abroadB. not everyone can tell an illegal souvenirC. green holidays have been accepted by peopleD. volunteer work is a must for protecting natural habitats62. The passage is mainly about _.A. travel dos and dontsB. the harm done to the environmentC. greener choices for holidayD. tips on protecting endangered speciesDThe term culture refers to a state of intellectual development or manners. The social and political forces that influence the growth of a human being are defined as culture.Indian culture is rich and diverse and as a result unique in its very own way. Our manners, way of communicating with one another, etc. are one of the important components of our culture. Even though we have accepted modern means of living, improved our lifestyle, our values and beliefs still remain unchanged. A person can change his way of clothing, way of eating and living but the values in a person always remain unchanged because they are deeply rooted within our hearts, mind, body and soul which we receive from our culture.Indian culture treats guests as god and serves them and takes care of them as if they are a part and parcel of the family itself. Even though we dont have anything to eat, the guests are never left hungry and are always looked after by the members of the family. Elders are a major component in Indian culture. Elders are the driving force for any family and therefore the love and respect for elders comes from within and is not artificial. An individual takes blessings from his elders by touching their feet. Elders drill and pass on the Indian culture within us as we grow.“Respect one another” is another lesson that is taught from the books of Indian culture. All people are alike and respecting one another is ones duty. In foreign countries the relation between the boss and the employee is like a master and slave and is purely monetary whereas in Indian culture the relation between the boss and the employee is more like homely relation unlike foreign countries.Helpful nature is another striking feature in our Indian culture. Right from our early days of childhood we are taught to help one another in need of help and distress.Indian culture tells us to multiply and distribute joy and happiness and share sadness and pain. It tells us that by all this we can develop cooperation and better living among ourselves and thus make this world a better place to live in.63. From the second paragraph, which of the following remains the same in Indian culture? A. Values and beliefs. B. Ways of communicating. C. Lifestyles. D. Manners.64. In which section can readers read the article on the website? A. Culture. B. Lifestyle.C. Religion.D. Emotion.65. From the passage we know that . A. the writer speaks ill of Indian cultureB. the writer is an American culture expert C. the writer speaks well of Indian cultureD. the writer has no idea of Indian culture66. What can we infer from the article? A. Indian culture has changed a lot including values and beliefs. B. The Indians are very friendly to guests and serve them heart and soul. C. In India the relationship between the employer and the employee is like master and slave. D. Indian culture is the most popular and practical one in the world.EShirley Horn was considered one of the greatest jazz singers of the nineteen fifties and sixties. Her voice was smooth and expressive, but never hurried, being one of the slowest jazz singers.Horn didnt plan to be a singer. When she was seventeen and playing classical music on the piano at a restaurant, a man offered to give her a huge toy teddy bear if she would sing the song Melancholy Baby. Although she had never sung in public before, she agreed. She later realized that she could make a living by singing and playing jazz.In nineteen fifty-four, Shirley Horn began to sing jazz in club and started her own jazz group. In nineteen- sixty she recorded her first album, called Embers and Ashes, which didnt get a lot of attention. But the famous jazz musician, Miles Davis