上海市徐汇区2012届高三二模英语试题.doc

2011学年第一学期徐汇区高三年级英语学科学习能力诊断卷 （考试时间120分钟，满分150分） 2012.4第一卷I. Listening Comprehension Section ADirections: In Section A, you will hear ten short conversations between two speakers. At the end of each conversation, a question will be asked about what was said. The conversation and the question 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. At a tailors.B. At a laundry. C. At a restaurant. D. At a supermarket.2.A. She is talkative.B. She is sociable.C. She is confident. D. She is quiet.3.A. To the post office.B. To the market.C. To the dentists.D. To the bookstore.4.A. Having a holiday.B. Seeing another patient.C. Making an appointment.D. Working in his office.5.A. He is complaining to the sales manager.B. He is having a job interview.C. He is starting his own company.D. He is looking for the sales manager.6.A. The house. B. The newspaper.C. The advertisement.D. A room of two beds.7.A. Open the window to take a breath.B. Go and ask the staff.C. Buy a ticket for herself.D. Look at the schedule carefully.8.A. The man should not dream of being a star.B. The man didnt practice hard enough.C. The man should find a new partner.D. The man should not give up.9.A. An art museum.B. A beautiful park.C. A college campus.D. An architectural exhibition. 10.A. The man blamed the woman for being careless.B. The man misunderstood the womans apology.C. The woman offered to pay for the mans coffee. D. The woman spilt coffee on the mans suit.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 11 through 13 are based on the following passage. 11.A. Waterloo station. B. The South of France.C. London.D. The English Channel.12.A. He bought some newspapers. B. He ordered taxi to the city centre.C. He had some food for lunch. D. He enjoyed the scenery outside.13.A. Its fast but expensive.B. Its smooth and comfortable.C. Its cheap but inconvenient.D. Its exhausting and boring.Questions 14 through 16are based on the following passage. 14.A. Pick out couples by looking at their photos. B. Distinguish happily-married couples from unhappy ones. C. Discover the common experience of the couples. D. Find out the similarities between each couple.15. A. Happily-married couples are often richer than others. B. People who look alike are likely to get married. C. The influence between couples can be quite strong. D. All couples have been proved to grow alike.16. A. To tell how couples get along with each other. B. To show the life experience of husband and wife. C. To explain why couples gradually grow alike. D. To describe the study on a number of married people.Section CDirections: In Section C, you will hear two longer conversations. The conversations will be read twice. After you hear each conversation, you are required to fill in the numbered blanks with the information you have heard. Write your answers on your answer sheet.Blanks 17 through 20 are based on the following conversation.Telephone MessageName: Angela Foreset. Age: _(17)_Working experience: She once worked as a _(18)_ in Geneva.Foreign languages: French and _(19)_Advice given: Write an application letter before the_(20)_.Complete the form. Write ONE WORD for each answer.Blanks 21 through 24 are based on the following conversation.What is the woman doing recently?She is writing _(21)_.What problem occurred to both of them?They both _(22)_ while writing.What advice did Prof Wilson give to the woman?Just write everything that comes into head even if it doesnt _(23)_.Why is the woman going to the jewelry store?To take a look at the arrangement of the jewelry cases and where the _(24)_ are located.Complete the form. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.II. Grammar and VocabularySection ADirections: 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.25. It has been clearly stated that whoever can solve the problem first shall be entitled _ the great honour- “Talent of the School”. A. for B. to C. in D. on26. When she saw the homeless cat enjoyed the food very much, the kind lady put a little _ on the plate.A. one B. much C. less D. more 27. - I dont know why Denise started crying when I mentioned the wedding.- It _ what you said about her brother. Or, perhaps she is just nervous. A. should have been B. couldnt have been C. could have been D. must have been28. The businessman boasts to me that I cant find a _ jade bracelet(玉镯), because his shop deals in the best. A. good B. better C. best D. worse29. As we have mentioned previously, we will be dedicated to solving the problem within the current framework, rather than _ a new one. A. establishing B. establish C. to establish D. established30. John is not a man to count on, and it is very likely that the work _ by the time he arrives here. A. is finished B. has finished C. will finish D. will have been finished31. The possibility of a murder _, the police have set about looking for the clues to her suicide. A. to be excluded B. to exclude C. having excluded D. having been excluded 32. It is recommended that the exploration team take with them an extra set of equipment _ unexpected emergency occurs. A. in that B. so thatC. now that D. in case33. How we express our ideas sometimes means more than _ we mean to say.A. what B. whichC. that D. why34. We had better not bother our professor these days, for he is awfully busy preparing a report _ at an international conference next month. A. being delivered B. to be delivered C. to deliver D. delivered 35. The Campaign of Occupying Wall Street is a reflection of the contradictions(矛盾) _ exist in the society of the US. A. on which B. that C. where D. whose36. Most probably it will be another 7 hours _ you can have next meal, so each of you must have your stomach full. A. since B. when C. after D. before37. _ by greater demand of vegetables, farmers have built more green houses.A. Driven B. Being driven C. To drive D. Having driven38. Now that we have settled the question of feasibility（可行性）, lets proceed to the next one _ raise the fund from the bank. A. whether should we B. that we should C. whether we shouldD. that should we39. They wonder _ someone who wants to be a telecom engineer should study subjects such as history, literature, philosophy, etc. A. what B. that C. howD. why40. The “Warning” reads: “Under no circumstances _ be kept near fire!” A. the chemical should B. the chemical shouldnt C. should the chemical D. should the chemical not Section BDirections: 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.A. occurred B. extended C. tragedy D. fined E. ignoreF. concerns G. suspension H. inevitably I. illegal J. must-haveThe launch of Apples iPhone 4s tempted thousands of buyers to its two outlets in Beijing on the cold winter night of Jan 12th. But the size of the crowds brought a sudden _(41)_ of sales of the iPhone 4s on the morning of Jan 13th and one store in Beijing didnt open at all, because the growing crowd of eager Apple followers created safety_(42)_. This is not the first time Apples marketing strategy(策略) has caused such trouble among the buying public, for similar trouble _(43)_ in January last year when the first release launch of the iPhone 4 was made. Apples clever marketing has made the companys products _(44)_lifestyle accessories(附件) for many, but this strategy will _(45)_ result in mass rushes and disturbances and if it continues with this marketing strategy, it is only a matter of time before one of its product launches ends in _(46)_. Intentionally fuelling demand by limiting a product release to create a state of panic among consumers, who fear they may not get their hands on their objects of desire, is not only immoral but also_(47)_Apple should take the lessons from the experience of Unilever(联合利华). The giant consumer goods company was _(48)_ 2 million yuan in May 2011 by the Chinese government for repeatedly spreading rumors(谣言) of price rises. Apple has the ability to make it easier for consumers to order new products online or by telephone. Apple cannot afford to_(49)_the Chinese market, so it has no excuse for not changing its strategy so as to avoid such incidents in the future. III. Reading Comprehension 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.Today, there are many avenues open to those who wish to continue their education. However, nearly all require some _(50)_ in ones career in order to attend school full time. Part-time education, that is, attending school at night or for one weekend a month, tends to drag the _(51)_ out over time and puts the completion of a degree program out of reach of many people. _(52)_, such programs require a fixed time commitment which can also impact _(53)_ on ones career and family time. Of the many _(54)_ to teaching and learning, however, perhaps the most flexible and accommodating is that called distance learning. Distance learning is an educational method, which allows the students the _(55)_ to study at his or her own pace to achieve the _(56)_ goals, which are so necessary in todays world. The time required to study may be set aside at the students convenience with due _(57)_ to all lifes other requirements. Besides, the student may _(58)_ in distance learning courses from virtually any place in the world, while continuing to pursue their chosen career. Tutorial assistance may be _(59)_through regular airmail, telephone, fax machine, teleconferencing and over the Internet. Good distance learning programs are characterized by the inclusion of a subject _(60)_ tool with every subject. This precludes（排除） the requirement for a student to travel away from home to take a test. Another characteristic of a good distance-learning program is the _(61)_ of the distance-learning course with the same subject materials as those students taking the course on the home campus. The resultant diploma or degree should also be the same whether distance learning or on-campus study is employed. In the final analysis, a good distance learning program has a place not only for the _(62)_ students but also the corporation or business that wants to work in partnership with their employees for the educational benefit, professional development, and business growth of the organization. _(63)_ distance learning programs for their employees gives the business the advantage of retaining（保留） career-minded people while _(64)_ to their personal and professional growth through education. 50. A. experienceB. breakC. interestD. change51. A. processB. progressC. propertyD. possibility52. A. SurprisinglyB. AdditionallyC. FortunatelyD. Traditionally53. A. appropriatelyB. reasonablyC. negativelyD. favorably54. A. complaintsB. attitudesC. difficultiesD. approaches55. A. individualityB. responsibilityC. flexibility D. visibility56. A. professionalB. academicC. relevantD. separate57. A. desireB. abilityC. regardD. account58. A. enrollB. evolveC. encloseD. emerge59. A. adequateB. vacantC. availableD. reliable60. A. registrationB. participationC. investigationD. evaluation61. A. demonstrationB. equivalence C. combinationD. qualification62. A. distinguishedB. outstandingC. independentD. individual63. A. SponsoringB. RequiringC. IndicatingD. Protesting64. A. objectingB. respondingC. contributingD. addingSection 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.(A)A Teachers LessonWhen Mrs. Thompson stood in front of her 5th grade class on the very first day of school, she told the children a lie. Like most teachers, she looked at her students and said that she loved them all the same. But that was impossible, because there in the front row was a little boy named Teddy Stoddard. Mrs. Thompson had watched Teddy the year before and noticed that he didnt play well with the other children, that his clothes were messy and that he constantly needed a bath. And Teddy could be unpleasant. It got to the point where Mrs. Thompson would actually take delight in marking his papers with a broad red pen, making bold Xs and then putting a big F at the top of his papers. One day Mrs. Thompson was reviewing each childs past records and she put Teddys off until last. However, when she reviewed his file, she was in for a surprise. Teddys first grade teacher wrote, Teddy is a bright child with a ready laugh.he is a joy to be around. His second grade teacher wrote, Teddy is an excellent student, well liked by his classmates, but he is troubled because his mother has a serious illness and life at home must be a struggle. His third grade teacher wrote, His mothers death has been hard on him. He tries to do his best but his father doesnt show much interest and his home life will soon affect him if some steps arent taken. Teddys fourth grade teacher wrote, Teddy is withdrawn and doesnt show much interest in school. By now, Mrs. Thompson realized the problem and she was ashamed of herself. She felt even worse when her students brought her Christmas presents, wrapped in beautiful ribbons and bright paper, except for Teddys. His present was clumsily wrapped in the heavy, brown paper that he got from a grocery bag. Mrs. Thompson took pains to open it in the middle of the other presents. Some of the children started to laugh when she found a rhinestone(人造钻石) necklace with some of the stones missing. But she stopped the childrens laughter when she said aloud how pretty the necklace was and put it on. Teddy Stoddard stayed after school that day just long enough to say, Mrs. Thompson, today you looked just like my Mom used to. After the children left she cried. From that very day, Mrs. Thompson paid particular attention to Teddy. As she worked with him, his mind seemed to come alive. The more she encouraged him, the faster he responded. By the end of the year, Teddy had become one of the smartest children in the class and, despite her lie that she would love all the children the same, Teddy became one her teachers pets. 65. When Mrs. Thompson started teaching her 5th grade class, she thought Teddy was _.A. bright and smartB. dirty and unpleasantC. quiet and shyD. sensitive and pitiful66. What did Mrs. Thompson learn from Teddys past records from other teachers?A. Teddy had difficulty in learning.B. Teddy was not interested in school.C. Teddy changed for a reason.D. Teddy was born in a poor family.67. The underlined word “clumsily” is closest in meaning to_.A. gracefullyB. carefullyC. especiallyD. awkwardly68. Which of the following can best explain the lesson Mrs. Thompson learned from Teddy?A. Warmth is the vital element for the growing plant and for the soul of the child.B. A life without love is like a sunless garden when the flowers are dead.C. It is the art of the teacher to awaken joy in difficult situation.D. The best teachers are those who dont stop teaching when the bell rings.ExcerptINTRODUCTIONThe Freedom Writers Diary Teachers Guide takes students through a three-stage process that will maximize their understanding of The Freedom Writers Diary while supporting the central message of tolerance. For best results, I suggest that you begin teaching the Engage Your Students activities first, following the order presentedwhich mirrors the timeline in The Freedom Writers Diary. The activities in Enlighten Your Students and Empower Your Students can then be taught according to what best suits your individual curricular needs and weekly schedules. There are no specific time allotments designated for the activities presented in this Teachers Guide. Teachers can implement activities in one class period or over multiple days.The Engage, Enlighten, and Empower ModelEngage Your Students: This section includes lesson plans and activities for you to share with your students before they begin reading The Freedom Writers Diary. The