上海交大附中 2015-2016 学年度第一学期高二英语期终试卷.doc

上海交通大学附属中学 2015-2016 学年度第一学期高二期终试卷（满分 150 分，120 分钟完成）第 I 卷（共 99 分）II. Grammar and VocabularySection A （16%）Directions: After reading the passages below, fill in the blanks to make the passages coherent and grammatically correct. For the blanks with a given word, fill in each blank with the proper form of the given word; for the other blanks, use one word that best fits each blank.(A)Patient Sherlock and Cumber fans, get ready. Were now only less than two weeks away from the latest installment in the BBCs Sherlock series. It will be a 90-minute holiday special entitled The Abominable Bride.For this standalone special, Holmes and Watson are sent back to late-19thcentury Victorian London, which is exactly 25 Sir Arthur Conan Doyle set his original stories. But despite the time jump, show runner Steven Moffat has assured fans that this episode will be very special, different and not tied at all to any previous or forthcoming episodes. The special will combine the supernatural 26 a classic murder mystery.Now, the latest trailer has given us a clearer sense of what the Christmas special is about and what 27 title means. From what 28 ( reveal) so far, the detectives are busy hunting down a ghostly killer in a bridal gown and veil. The bride is believed to be dead but is now acting like an avenging angel in the streets of London. From fog-enveloped Limbhouse, England to the basement of a 29 ( ruin) church, Holmes, Watson and their friends 30 beat their brains out to defeat the enemy. In one rather chilling moment, the 31 ( terrify) bride glides towards Holmes, while in another, she creeps up behind Waston. It seems the Christmas special is full of mysterious and spooky scenes.The Christmas special will debut in 2016 in both the U.K. and the U.S., 32 in cinemas across China and in other selected countries around the world.(B)Without any previous notice, a documentary dominated headlines and social websites over the weekend.Under the Dome, a 103-minute documentary 33 (self-fund) by former news anchor Chai Jing, 34 (release) in China on Feb 28. It has rapidly pushed the public awareness about air pollution and encouraged people to join in 35 effort to make a difference.Chai, 39, said she started the work out of her “personal clashes” with smog after she gave birth to a daughter. “I sealed tight all the windows. I started every day by checking the air pollution index,” Chai said. Millions of other people are doing the same. While they stop there, Chai goes much 36 (deep). “I dont want to live in this way. I need to find out where the smog comes from and what on earth is going on”.Chais research reveals that it is the burning of coal and oil 37 contributes to 60 percent of PM2.5 pollutants. She then goes on to disclose loopholes in car emissions regulations. Some of the laws have been in place for years, 38 have never been applied. The film also explains that businesses are pressured not to obey the law because violating them carries little or no cost, while making changes pushes up costs. The film also points at Chinas petroleum and steel industries 39 the biggest sources of air pollution.Chai goes on to list the things ordinary people can do 40 (help) and sums everything up by calling for individual responsibility in reporting illegal emissions via the hotline 12369.Section B （ 10%）Directions: Complete the following passage by using the words in the box. Each word can be used only once. Note that there is one word more than you need.A. significantB. declineC. resultingD. withinE. leadF. scatteredG. transcendH. viaI. boostingJ. glimpseK. potentiEating out at fast food joints seems to be a way of life for most families. After all, how common is it to see a car filled with children pulling out of a McDonalds lot or to catch the 41 of a parked car, toys and French fry boxes 42 about the back seat?Sadly, though, one study has discovered a link between consumption of fast foods and a 43 in testing ability among grade-school children. So detrimental are the changes in their body, say researchers at Ohio State University, that these children tend to score lower in science, math and reading tests. Their findings 44 the common thought that children who eat fast foods are just prone to the health setbacks 45 from weight gain, as lower levels of academic achievement have been discovered among children who ate 46 amounts of fast food“Theres a lot of evidence that fast-food consumption is linked to childhood obesity, but the problems dont end there,” says Kelly Purtell, 47 author of the study and assistant professor of human sciences at Ohio State University. “Relying too much on fast food could hurt how well children do in the classroom.”For the study, researchers studied over 11,000 students whose fast food consumption was high, testing them in the areas of reading/literacy, mathematics and science while also learning about their eating habits 48 a food consumption questionnaire, and the results are as follows:More than two thirds of the sample reported some fast food consumption; 20% reported consuming at least 4 fast food meals in the prior week. Fast food consumption during fifth grade predicted lower levels of academic achievement in all 3 subjects in eighth grade, even when fifth grade academic scores and numerous 49 confounding variables, including socioeconomic indicators, physical activity, and TV watching, were controlled for in the models.While this particular study shows the impact that fast foods have on test scores, it doesnt explain what it is about such junk foods that leads to such results. However, other studies have pointed to the fact that fast foods are void of certain memory- 50 nutrients, like iron, that are ideal for cognitive development. They also show that the high-sugar and high-fat diets that are typical in a fast food lifestyle are harmful when it comes to learning and immediate memory.III. Reading ComprehensionSection A (15%)Directions: 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.In todays American society, background checks have become a routine part of hiring process. employers use them to 51 potential workers, judging whether they are qualified for the posts. Through background checks, employers can also make sure that the information applicants provide is truthful, which 52 the applicants moral quality.Then what do background checks investigate? Many include a review of the employees employment history trying to confirm whether the employee has ever been fired or forced to 53 . Employers also pay attention to the length of unemployment, afraid that long-time 54 from work may bring negative influence to the employees performance. Sometimes, an applicants residential history is also an issue. Jobs With state or local governments often require that the employee live in certain areas, reducing the chances for them to have contact with 55 people. Besides living near the work place is always welcome as it saves time and fares on 56 . Another item which cant be neglected is the applicants criminal history as in whether he has ever been arrested or put into prison. Although 57 like traffic ticketing or queue jumping are usually pardoned, breaking a criminal law is rarely 58 and, in most cases, is sure to result in the ending of the employment. Then comes the social history. A background check that involves the applicants social history is 59 needed for government posts or employment in finance and law industries that require greater self 60 . A small mistake in these posts may result in huge oss. The investigation usually checks drug use, family relationships and social contacts, in order to 61 hiring someone unsuitable for the posts. Background investigators who 62 social history may interview neighbors and professional references 63 by the applicant.Finally in the field of education background, an application form may ask for copies of licenses or University diplomas to show the applicants 64 performances. In many instances, an education background check is so 65 about details that investigators even confirm the date on which the employee earned his degree to determine if it agrees With the information the employee provided on his application.51. A. qualify B. assess C. treat D. reward52 A. practises B. supplies C. destroys D. suggests53. A. cheat B. apply C. resign D. complain54. A. absence B. review C. independence D. silence55. A. bad-tempered B. ill-intentioned C. cold-blooded D. old-fashioned56. A. housing B. facilities C. communication D . transportation57. A. minor offences B. serious faults C. personal experiencesD. public inconveniences58. A. bothered59. A. temporarilyB. sparedB. generallyC. paidC. fortunatelyD. informedD. gradually60. A. satisfaction61. A. explainB. confidenceB. discussC. disciplineC. permitD. awarenessD. avoid62. A. look afterB. look onC. look intoD. look in63. A. recognizedB. examinedC. orderedD. compared64. A. financial65. A. carelessB. academicB. curious jellyfishC. religiousC. realisticD. officialD. particularSection B (28%) (A)Socit Cartier designs, manufactures, distributes and sells jewellery and watches. Founded in Paris, France in 1847 by Louis-Franois Cartier, the company remained under family control until 1964. The company maintains its headquarters in Paris and is now a wholly owned subsidiary of the Compagnie Financire Richemont SA.Cartier is well known for its jewellery and wrist watches, including the Bestiary (best illustrated by the Panthre brooch of the 1940s created for Wallis Simpson), the diamond necklace created for Bhupinder Singh the Maharaja of Patiala and the first practical wristwatch, the Santos, of 1904.Cartier has a long history of sales to royalty and celebrities. King Edward VII of England referred to Cartier as the jeweler of kings and the king of jewelers. For his coronation in 1902, Edward VII ordered 27 tiaras and issued a royal warrant to Cartier in 1904. Similar warrants soon followed from the courts of Spain, Portugal, Russia, Siam, Greece, Serbia, Belgium, Romania, Egypt, Albania, Monaco, and the House of Orleans.In 1986, the French Ministry for Culture appointed Perrin head of the Mission sur le mecenat dentreprise (a commission to study business patronage of the arts). Two years later, Cartier acquired a majority holding in Piaget and Baume & Mercier. In 1990 the Musee du Petit Palais staged the first major exhibition of the Cartier collection, lArt de Cartier.Perrin founded an international committee in 1991, Comite International de la Haute Horlogerie, to organise its first salon, held on 15 April 1991. This has become an annual meeting place in Geneva for professionals. The next year, the second great exhibition of lArt de Cartier was held at the Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg. In 1993, the Vendome Luxury Group was formed as an umbrella company to combine Cartier, Alfred Dunhill, Montblanc, Piaget, Baume & Mercier, Karl Lagerfeld, Chlo, Sulka, Hackett, Seeger.In 1995, a major exhibition of the Cartier Antique Collection was held in Asia. The next year, the Lausanne Hermitage Foundation in Switzerland hosted the exhibition Splendours of the Jewellery, presenting a hundred and fifty years of products by Cartier. As of 2012, Cartier is owned, through Richemont, by the South African Rupert family and 24-year-old who is the granddaughter of Pierre Cartier, Elle Pagels.66. Which one of the following features distinguishes Cartier from other ordinary brands?A. It is well known for its jewelry, wrist watches and wearable products. B. It began to sell products to royalty and celebrities years ago.C. Cartier became a member of the “Vendome Luxury Group” in 1991. D. Cartier received warrant mainly from Asian countries.67. Which of the following is true according to the passage?A. Cartier has a history of more than 400 years.B. Cartier has always been under family control and it designs, manufactures, distributes and sells jewellery and watches.C. The Musee du Petit Palais staged the first major exhibition of the Cartier collection four years after Perrin was appointed head of the Mission sur le mecenat dentreprise.D. The exhibition Splendours of the Jewellery presented products from Chlo, Sulka and Hackett.68. Which of the following might be the best title for the passage?A. Cartier, a local Paris brand. B. Cartier, a brand standing the test of time. C. Cartier, a brand with modern technology. D. Cartier, a shining star in exhibitions.(B)File CreatedPage 1 of 110 2012 11:15 A.M.DELAYED BAGGAGE REPORTPRINTEDATALBANYN.Y.AIRPORTONJULYDear Valued Customer,We regret that your baggage was not available to claim after your recent flight. Everything possible will be done to locate your property and return it to you promptly.For information regarding your delayed baggage, contact the United Airlines BaggageResolution Center at its 24 hour, seven day a week number:1-800-335-BAGS (2247) (US Toll Free)281-821-3536 (Local Houston Number)Or visit site: /for/bagtracingAs soon as you file your Delayed Baggage Report, United Airlines will begin to trace for your baggage system wide. Our Baggage Resolution staff will make every effort to call you once a day to keep you updated on our progress. So that we can quickly access your records, please refer to the File Reference Number on this receipt when corresponding or calling. Keep this receipt with your claim check and E-Ticket receipt until your baggage is returned to you.In most circumstances, United Airlines will deliver your baggage when it is located. Delivery times vary depending on location.If your baggage has not been returned to you within the initial five-day tracing period, please download a claim form at /web/en-US/content/travel/baggage/delayed.aspx and return it to us with the required documentation included./bmswtweb/Docs/FileCreatedPrintPC.aspx?ref_num=144DELAYED BAGGAGE REPORTREFERENCE: ALBUA25876Name:JOHN JACKSONContact Number: 802-247-9999Delivery Address: 66 MOONBROOK DRBRANDONEmail: VERMONT USA 05745 Bag TagDescription0037387643Soft-Side Upright suitcase0037387657Non-Zippered, hard side horizontal suitcase69.Where does the receipt most probably come from?A. Suitcase Tracing Website. B. Delivery Center of United Airlines. C. Baggage Resolution Center. D. Information Center of the Airport.70.From the receipt we can learn that John Jackson .A. must have filed his Delayed Baggage Report alreadyB. couldnt deal with his delayed baggage on line until July 17, 2012C. should call 802-247-9999 for the information about his delayed baggageD. may not know anything about his delayed baggage during the first five days71.Which of the following information is not provided in the receipt?A. The description of the customers checked suitcases. B. The regular routine of the delayed baggage tracing. C. The contact phone number of Albany N.Y. Airport. D. The customers delayed baggage file reference number. (C)In the villages of the English countryside there are still people who remember the good old days when no one bothered to lock their doors. There simply wasnt any crime to worry about.Amazingly, these happy times appear still to be with us in the worlds biggest community. A new study by Dan Farmer, a gifted programmer, using an automated investigative program of his own called SATAN, shows that the owners of well over half of all World Wide Web sites have set up home without fitting locks to their doors.SATAN can try out a variety of well-known hacking tricks on an Internet site without actually breaking in. Farmer has made the program publicly available, amid much criticism. A person with evil intent could use it to hunt down sites that are easy to burgle.But Farmer is very concerned about the need to alert the public to poor security and, so far, events have proved him right. SATAN has done more to alert people to the risks than cause new disorder.So is the Net becoming more secure? Far from it. In the early days, when you visited a Web site your browser simply looked at the content. Now the web is full of tiny programs that automatically download when you look at a Web page, and run on your own machine. These programs could, if their authors wished, do all kinds of nasty things to your computer.At the same time, the Net is increasingly populated with spiders, worms, agents, and other types of automated beasts designed to penetrate the sites and seek out and classify information. All these make wonderful tools for antisocial people who want to invade weak sites and cause damage.But lets look on the bright side. Given the lack of locks, the Internet is surely the worlds biggest (almost) crime-free society. Maybe that is because hackers are fundamentally honest. Or that there currently isnt much to steal. Or because vandalism (蓄意破坏) isnt much fun unless you have a peculiar dislike for someone.Whatever the