高二英语上学期期末抽测试卷.doc

高二英语上学期期末抽测试卷(90 minutes)第I卷 （共64 分）I. Listening Comprehension (15%)Section ADirections: In Section A, you will hear five short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversations and the questions will be spoken only once. After you hear a conversation and the question about it, read the four possible answers on your paper, and decide which one is the best answer to the question you have heard.1. A. Coke. B. Coffee. C. Tea. D. Water. 2. A. By bus. B. By underground. C. On foot. D. By bicycle. 3. A. To tell him they are busy. B. To cancel the appointment. C. To invite him to see a film. D. To ask him to get film tickets.4. A. The air is fresh. B. Its hot inside. C. The window is open.D. Its noisy outside. 5. A. Employer and employee. B. Husband and wife. C. Teacher and student. D. Patient and doctor. Section BDirections: In Section B, you will hear two short passages, and you will be asked three questions on each of the passages. The passages will be read twice but the questions will be spoken only once. When you hear a question, read the four possible answers on your paper and decide which one would be the best answer to the question you have heard.Questions 6 through 8 are based on the following passage. 6. A. He earned it by working for his neighbors. B. He asked his parents to give him some. C. His friends raised it from different people.D. His neighbor Mr. Clay offered him some.7. A. He didnt take care of babies. B. He didnt try to be independent. C. He didnt feel proud of himself. D. He didnt wash peoples cars. 8. A. Jamess true friends. B. Jamess new bicycle.C. Jamess money problem. D. Jamess job business. Questions 9 through 11 are based on the following passage. 9. A. When he has eyes bigger than his stomach. B. When he gets hit between the eyes.C. When he sets eyes on the woman. D. When he turns eyes to the woman.10. A. The apple of ones eye. B. Catch ones eye.C. With stars in ones eyes. D. Believe ones eyes.11. A. We should protect our eyes at any cost.B. Our eyes can tell a lot about our feelings.C. Eyes are of great importance for people in love. D. Its interesting watching people date（男女约会）.Section CDirections: In Section C, you will hear a longer conversation. The conversation will be read twice. After you hear the conversation, you are required to fill in the numbered blanks with the information you have heard. Write your answers on your answer sheet. Blanks 12 through 15 are based on the following conversation. An interview with Astronaut YoungWhat do you eat in space?We eat freeze- _12_ food. How do you have a bath and go to the bathroom in space?We cant have a bath or shower on the _13_. We must save water so we use _14_ to clean our toilets.How do you sleep in space?We need to be tied down when we sleep in order not to _15_ around. Complete the form. Write ONE WORD for each answer.II. Grammar (15%)Directions: Beneath each of the following sentences there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one answer that best completes the sentence. 16. The world climate conferences, organized by the WMO, which stands _ World Meteorological Organization, are about global climate issues.A. for B. in C. on D. to17. I had to buy _ these dictionaries because I had no idea which one was the better. A. all B. none C. neither D. both18. The boss has allowed me to take one more day off, so I _ go to work tomorrow.A. neednt B. shouldnt C. mustnt D. cant19. - Mark has won the first prize in this years English speech contest of our school. - You must be kidding! He was poor at English when we were classmates five years ago, _?A. were we B. was he C. wasnt he D. werent we20. As a new driver, I am driving very carefully to avoid _ into other cars on road. A. to bump B. bumping C. bump D. bumped21. Dorothy, the main character of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz (绿野仙踪), didnt know which way _ at a fork in the road before meeting the straw man. A. taking B. to take C. taken D. take22. My ski instructor told me to point the tips of my skis together _ I could stop. A. in case B. so that C. until D. while23. Mary doesnt eat much. She only drinks juice from fresh fruit _ on her own farm for breakfast. A. planting B. being planted C. planted D. to plant 24. John spoke proudly of his part in the game, without mentioning _ his teammates had done.A. as B. which C. that D. what25. Twilight（暮光之城）, a film based on a novel of the same name, is about _ vampires (吸血鬼). Surprisingly, _ senior high school students love it. A. frightened; interesting B. frightening; interesting C. frightened; interested D. frightening; interested26. _ Zhujiaqiao is only a small town, its crowded with tourists both at home and abroad all year round. A. Although B. Since C. Unless D. Once27. _ the first-class training, this teenage hurdler may one day grow into an international star like Liu Xiang. A. Given B. Give C. To give D. Giving28. Skipping classes, especially big lectures _ an absence may not be noticed, is common among college students.A. whose B. where C. which D. when29. _ any sign of their daughters school, the anxious couple turned to a policeman for help.A. Seeing not B. Not to have seen C. Not seeing D. Having not seen30. People around the world were quite surprised that President Obama won the Nobel Peace Prize for 2009, some of _ even held the opinion that he should give it back. A. which B. them C. those D. whomIII. Reading Comprehension （34%） Section ADirections: For each blank in the following passage there are four words or phrases marked A, B, C and D. Fill in each blank with the word or phrase that best fits the context.Fashion is a set of styles or customs that are popular for a time and then change. You get fashions in hairstyles, cars, buildings, music, even in eye glasses and curtains. However, the word fashion is most strongly _31_ clothing. Each season skirts get shorter or longer, heels get higher or lower, black is _32_ and then out, and fashion accessories（服装搭配物）such as bags, hats and make-up are fashionable one minute, and out-of-date the next.Fashion is not just about clothes. It often _33_ societys ideals and values. For example, the appearance of _34_ in Western fashion in the 1920s was a sign of womens fight for equal working opportunities with man. While a Western woman today can wear trousers whenever she likes, a hundred years ago, the idea of their wearing _35_ instead of floor-length skirts or dresses was shocking.Standards（标准）in society _36_ and often new standards are a reaction to what has gone _37_. For example, the 1950s was a time of very strict, old-fashioned living in the West. This was a _38_ to the terrible events of World War II (1939-1945). Then the 1960s was a reaction to the 50s. Instead of _39_ morals（道德）and family life, the 60s were a time of free love and open, wild ways. Even today, new fashions are often a reaction to the old if tight trousers were in fashion the early season, it is _40_ that loose trousers will be in fashion the next. 31.A.interested inB.impressed withC.linked toD.qualified for32.A.inB.onC.upD.off 33.A.reflectsB.satisfiesC.creates D.ruins34.A.fashionB.societyC.trousersD.values35.A.thatB.anythingC.itD.everything36.A.stayB.changeC.existD.work37.A.downB.roundC.overD.before38.A.reactionB.wayC.solutionD.key39.A.publicB.socialC.traditionalD.easy40.A.strangeB.importantC.lovelyD.likelySection BDirections: Read the following three passages. Each passage is followed by several questions or unfinished statements. For each of them there are four choices marked A, B, C and D. Choose the one that fits best according to the information given in the passage you have just read. AI was in a rush as always, but this time it was for an important date I just couldnt be late for! I found myself at a checkout counter behind an elderly woman in no hurry as she paid for her groceries（食品杂货）. A PhD student with not a lot of money, I had hurried into the store to pick up some flowers. We were in Boston, a place not always known for small conversation between strangers. The woman stopped emptying her basket and looked up at me. She smiled. It was a nice smile warm and comforting and I returned her gift by smiling back.“Must be a special lady, whoever it is that will be getting those beautiful flowers,” she said. “Yes, shes special,” I said, and then to my surprise, the words kept coming out.“Its only our second date, but somehow I am just having the feeling shes the one,” Jokingly, I added, “The only problem is that I cant figure out why shed want to date a guy like me.”“Well, I think shes very lucky to have a boyfriend who brings her such lovely flowers and who is obviously in love with her,” the woman said. “My husband used to bring me flowers every week even when times were tough and we didnt have much money. Those were unbelievable days; he was very romantic and of course I miss him since he has passed away.”I paid for my flowers as she was gathering up her groceries. Almost without any hesitation, I walked up to her. I touched her on the shoulder and said, “You were right, you know. These flowers are indeed for a very special lady.” I handed her the flowers and thanked her for such a nice conversation.It took her a moment to realize that I was giving her the flowers I had just bought. “You have a wonderful evening,” I said. I left her with a big smile and my heart warmed as I saw her smelling the beautiful flowers.I was slightly late for my date that night and told my girlfriend the above story. A couple of years later, when I finally worked up the courage to ask her to marry me, she told me it was that night that I won her heart.41. What does the phrase “her gift” refer to?A. Her smile.B. Her words. C. Her flowers. D. Her politeness.42. The writer gave his flowers to the elderly lady because she _. A. started the conversation first B. gave him encouragementC. allowed him to pay first D. liked the flowers very much43. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage? A. The writer was originally quite sure about the reason why his girlfriend was fond of him. B. The writer managed to buy some flowers for his girlfriend on each date. C. People in Boston didnt always start small talk with someone they didnt know. D. It took the writer a while to decide whether to give the elderly lady the flowers or not. 44. What can be concluded from the passage?A. Flowers are important for a date. B. Small conversation is helpful.C. Elderly people need respecting. D. Love and kindness are rewarding.BOut of London ToursStratford, Oxford, Christ Church and the Cotswolds with LunchLength of time About 10 hoursDays of operation April2009 to March 2010 - Tuesday, Thursday and SaturdayThis tour starts at 8:45am and finishes at around 6:30pmDescription* OxfordEnjoy the magnificence of Oxford! Well-known for over 900 years as a centre of academic excellence. Follow in the footsteps of its famous students, from Bill Clinton to Lewis Carroll. Uncover the university town of Oxford at a leisurely and relaxing pace.* Christ ChurchLights, camera, action! A treat for all Harry Potter fans see where many scenes from the films have been shot! Wonder at the magnificence of Christ Church, including the Great Hall which Hogwarts Hall is based upon.* CotswoldsDiscover the fascinating Cotswolds! Full of history and heritage（历史遗留物）, the Cotswolds is a charming combination of breathtaking natural beauty, busy market towns and sleepy villages.Lunch in the Cotswolds Treat yourself in a traditional English pub (酒吧) and admire the charm of this old wool town. The lunch will be taken in the Cotswolds village of Burford.* StratfordShakespeares birthplaceA market town with a difference! Visit Shakespeares Birthplace, the half-wooded house, where the worlds greatest writer was born, to gain a fascinating insight into his childhood.Anne Hathaways CottageSatisfy yourself with an eye-opening experience at the childhood home of William Shakespeares wife! Wander around the half-wooded house and its eye-catching surroundings.Price guideAdult: 74.00Child (3-18): 64.00Senior citizen / College student: 6945. The Greens are planning to book the tour. They are Mr. and Mrs. Green, George Green, who is 15 years old, and Grandpa, who is 70 years of age. How much will they pay? A. 296 B. 286 C. 281 D.27646. Since George is a big fan of magic, he will be very excited when visiting _. A. Cotswolds B. Oxford C. Stratford D. Christ Church47. Which of the following is NOT TRUE according to the leaflet? A. You may eat in the Cotswolds village of Burford and then buy a woolen scarf. B. You can book this tour as a Mothers Day gift for your mother in May 2010. C. Shakespeare and his wife were born in the same town called Stratford. D. Oxford University has a long history of more than 900 years. 48. Which of the following CANNOT be used to replace “leisurely” in the leaflet? A. hurried B. gentle C. easy D. unrushedCBeing connected to the Internet has become a necessary part of modern life. Some people actually need it as they cannot do their jobs without it, and others simply feel they need it as they cannot imagine life without it. To think that something that did not even exist 50 years ago has come to play a crucial role in our lives like this in just about 15 years makes one wonder just what will the future bring? In 2004, a survey was conducted in the US asking a group of technology experts their opinions on the Internet in the next ten years. 57% of them agreed that virtual classes will be more widely adopted in schools, allowing students to learn with those at the same level and with interests in the same subjects. Its quite possible that, by the year 2030, every child in every school will do all their schoolwork on their own laptop with all their textbooks available（现成可使用的）on the Internet. No more heavy books to carry around and no more pens and paper! At work, we already use email to deal with people both inside and outside our offices and video conferencing（电话会议） is occurring more frequently. This means that meetings can be held between offices in different countries without the trouble caused by business travel. Business travel will stop to exist in the future, and so will offices as people all start to work from home. It has also become a trend for people to use pocket computers such as Blackberries. With this helpful equipment, people can send and receive emails, surf the Web, and read multimedia files from absolutely anywhere even if we are on a beach holiday. The Internet will have a revolutionary（突破性的）effect on entertainment in the future. Already we can buy and download music and movies from the Internet but it is still possible for us to buy a CD or go to the DVD stores to rent the latest movies. However, its quite possible that in the future, CD shops and DVD rental stores will close and cinemas will no longer exist. Entertainment will become completely virtual although hopefully people will still want to get outside to play sports and entertain themselves in more healthy ways. With the Internet we need only relax in the rocking chair. The Internet, however, has problems to be solved. 49. The expression “play a crucial role in” can be understood as “_”.A. change a dull role into B. play an interesting part in C. act a cruel character in D. have an important effect on50. According to the passage people are satisfied with all the following changes EXCEPT that _. A. CD shops and cinemas will shut down as a result of the adoption of virtual entertainmentB. virtual classes can make students dream of getting rid of their schoolbags come trueC. people can be kept informed anytime and anywhere with the help of convenient equipment D. people wont have to make business travel any more thanks to the video conference51. What will the writer probably discuss after the last paragraph?A. The possible school life in the future. B. Bad effects the Internet can have on us.C. More excitements the Internet will bring us. D. The likely ways to solve the problems. 52. What is probably the best title for the passage?A. Virtual reality, our best friend! B. Goodbye, textbooks and offices!C. What will future life be like with the Internet?D. How can human beings deal with the Internet?第II卷 （共36分）I. Vocabulary ( 6% )Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can only be used once. Note that there is one word more than you need. Please write letters from A to G representing different words on your answer sheet. A. fear B. grew C. serious D. fever E. preference F. swept G. fitDo you believe a sneeze in the morning can kill you in the afternoon? This happened in 1918 when a deadly form of influenza (流感) _1_ across the world. Even remote places like Raigilis village in