高三英语上学期半期考试试题.doc

思南中学20162017学年度第一学期半期考试高三年级英语试题 注意事项： 1本试卷分第I卷（选择题）和第II卷（非选择题）两部分。2答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、准考证号填写在本试卷相应的位置。3.全部答案在答题卡上完成，答在本试卷上无效。第I卷第一部分：阅读理解第一节：阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。（共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分）AFrancis Bacon, one of the most important philosophers（哲人）of England, was born in London and educated at Cambridge University. When he was only 15, he went to France to work for the English ambassador（大使）.Two years later he went back to England to study law. At the age of twenty-three he was chosen to parliament（议会）. His ideas about how scientists should study things in nature help to bring the modern way of thinking, called the scientific method.One of Bacons best known books was his Essays. Each essay was a short piece of writing in which he tried to give a lesson by discussing sides of a subject such as studying, conversation, friends and healthy living. In many of his books, Bacon explained how scientists should study things as they really existed in nature and then tried to figure out what caused a particular thing. To be as it was. Later, by doing experiments, the scientist could see that any causes would always have the same result. This method, which is called inductive reasoning, is used by all the scientists today, but it was new in Bacons time.1. According to the passage we know that _. A. Francis Bacon was the most important philosopher of England B. Francis Bacon had good education C. Francis Bacon worked for a French ambassador at the age of 15 D. Francis Bacon stayed in France until he was 232. It can be known that Francis Bacon was famous for _. A. inventing the scientific method of studying things in nature B. his books C. his Essays D. being a member of parliament3. His essays gave many useful lessons on _. A. studying B. conversation C. friends and healthy living D. all of the aboveBWhen I was a kid, my siblings（兄弟姐妹） and I used to have ice cream for dessert.Every day, we would choose which ice cream flavor to have, whether to eat it in a cone or a bowl. Then we would happily wolf down our treat(款待) as fast as we could. Once, though, when I was probably about 10 0r 11, our grandpa came to visit. Grandpa always had a unique view on things. On this particular occasion, my sister and I were making bets as to who could finish their ice cream first. With a smile, Grandpa said, Why would you want to finish first? If you eat slowly, it will last longer. You should have acompetition to see who can finish last. Even now, I always try to taste my ice cream, but of course this is about more than just dessert. Too often, kids want to scramble（争夺） for more, whether its more ice cream, more toys, or more friends. This habit persists into our adult years, and we end up constantly scrambling for more. We never develop the skill of appreciating what we have. If we learn to recognize this pattern and change it, we can raise our kids a little differently, giving them the tool of tasting their proverbial dessert, which could lead to a happier life for them. What my grandpa taught me that day was really that if you take the opportunity to enjoy whats in front of you, the pleasure will last longer and be more rewarding than if you rush through life always trying to get the next treat. Its a lesson that, I think, has made my adult life happier, as well. These days, when I want something, I wait as long as I can before I allow myself to have it. Then, when I finally get it, I make sure to treasure it as long as possible, because I know that, no matter what it is, it will be gone all too soon.4. The authors grandfather advised her sister and her to _ . A. eat ice cream as slowly as possible B. stop eating ice cream C. stop the competition between them D. learn something from their way of eating5. Which of the following best describes the authors grandfather? A. Wise. B. Humorous. C. Strict. D. Careful.6. What advice does the author give us in the passage? A. Keep longing for more. B. Value what you have. C. Have a balanced diet. D. Save for the future.7. We can infer from the last paragraph that author A. longs for the days when they ate ice cream B. doesnt like ice cream as much as before C. benefits a lot from her grandfathers advice D. just starts to understand her grandfatherCMost of us spend money on entertainment. Movies, concerts and shows are enjoyable but expensive. If you think that you cant have a good time without spending a lot of money, read on. A little resourcefulness and a few minutes of newspaper-scanning should give you some pleasant surprises.People may be the most interesting show in a large city. Stroll through busy streets and see what everybody else is doing. You will probably see people from all over the world; you will certainly see people of every age, size, and shape, and youll get a free fashion show too. Window shopping is also a safe sport-if the stores are closed.Check the listings in your neighbourhood paper. Local colleges or schools often welcome the public to hear an interesting speaker or a good debate. The film or concert series at the local public library probably wont cost you a penny. Be sure to check commercial advertisements, too. A flea market can provide hours of pleasant browsing. Perhaps you can find a free cooking or crafts demonstration in a department store.Plan ahead for some activities. It is always more pleasant not to have people in front of you in a museum or at a zoo. You may save some money too, since these places often set aside one or two free admission days at slow times during the week. Pretend that you are a tourist from time to time, and get to know your city all over again including the indispensable sights that people travel miles to see. If you feel like taking an interesting walk, find a free walking tour, or plan one yourself. You will see your city in a new perspective once you know more about its history or its architectural treasures. With imagination and a spirit of adventure you can quite easily find good entertainment at no cost at all.8Which of the following statements is NOT true?A. There are many kinds of amusements you can enjoy without spending much money.B. Local colleges often hold meetings to debate the issues people are interested in.C. The film shown at the local public library is often free of charge. D. You should be a tourist if you want to know more about the city you live in.9If you are wandering through the busy streets, which will most attract you? AVarious buildings. BCar driving. CWindow-shopping. DFree walking.10One or two free admission days at “slow time”. “ Slow time” here means _. Abusiness is good Bbusiness is bad Cstrolling is slow Dpeople are slow in learning11The best title of this passage is _. AAmusement at no cost BMovies, Concerts and Shows CThe Cheapest Window-shopping DThe Most Enjoyable street MusiciansD Australia, the last continent, was discovered by ships belonging to some European nations in the seventeenth century, these nations were less interested in changing it into a colony (殖民地) than in exploring (勘探) it. As in the early history of the United States, it was the English who set up the settlements (新拓居地) in Australia. This history and the geography of these two British colonies have some other things in common as well. Australia and the United States are about the same in size, and their western lands are both not rich in soil. It was the eastern coast of Australia and America that the English first settled, and both colonies soon began to develop towards the west. However, this westward movement took place more because the English were searching for better land than because the population was increasing. Settlements of the western part of both countries developed quickly after gold was discovered in America in 1849 and in Australia two years later. Although the development of these two countries has a lot in common, these are some striking differences as well. The United States gained its independence from England by revolution while Australia won its independence without having to go to war. Australia, unlike the United States, was firstly turned into a colony by English prisoners and its economic development was in wheat growing and sheep raising. By 1922, for example, Australia had fifteen times more sheep than it had people, or almost half as many sheep as there are people today in the United States. Yet, in spite of these and other main differences, Australia and the United States have more in common with each other than either one has with most of the rest of the world.12. Who turned Australia into a colony? A. Britain. B. Several European countries. C. The United States of America. D. None of the above.13. In the early history of America and Australia, both colonies developed towards the west firstly for the reason that _. A. the population was increasing rapidly in the east B. the English thought there might be richer land there C. gold was discovered there D. fewer people lived there14. In the early 1920s _. A. Australia had one fifteenth as many people as sheep B. there were more sheep in Australia than in the United States C. the population in Australia was greater than that of the United States D. the United States had twice as many sheep as people15. Australia, unlike the United States, _. A. won its independence by peaceful means B. did not discover gold until late 1840s C. was the last and biggest continent to be discovered D. was not rich in gold in its western part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。The Open Hand a Universal SignWhen meeting people at the airport, 16 We know that a smile is usually a sign that people feel friendly and happy, but what if we dont know who the new person is? 17 What if we are meeting a stranger in an unfamiliar place? Sometimes people are dangerous and humans have to find ways to protect themselves. We have to make sure we can trust people we do not know, 18 Showing our hands means that we are not armed（武装）. In many cultures today, the Western custom of shaking hands is used. We use our right hand, which is usually stronger than the left one. If we are using our hand this way, it cannot be holding a knife or a gun. It shows that we trust the other person, 19 Not all cultures use the handshake, 20 Japanese people might cover one hand with the other and, depending on whom they are greeting, bow slightly or quite low. In India, Hindu people join their hands in front of their faces and bow their heads. A Muslim will touch his heart, mouth and forehead（前额）to show respect. Even young people in the West now give each other the “high five”, when they slap（拍）each others hands high in the air. They are all keeping their hands busy. In almost all cultures, to smile and show an open right hand means, “Welcome, you are safe with me.”A. What if I want to show that I am bored?B. most people smile and shake hands with people they meet.C. and that the other person can trust us.D. What if we are not introduced by a friend?E. and people in many Asian cultures do not always touch another person.F. and we have to show that we are not dangerous.G. nor are they comfortable in the same way with touching or distance between people. 第二部分：完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。Chinese are very generous when it comes to educating their children. Not _21_ the money, parents often send their children to the _22_ schools or even abroad to England, the USA or Australia. They also want their children to take extra-course _23_ where they will either learn a musical instrument or ballet, or other classes which will give them a head start in life. The Chinese believe that the _24_ an education is, the better it is. So parents will spend a(n) _25_ amount of money on education. Even _26_couples will buy a computer for their son or daughter. _27_, what most parents _28_ to see is that the best early education they can give their children is usually very cheap. Parents can see that their childrens skill vary, skilled in some areas while poor in others. What most parents fail to realize，_29_, is that todays children _30_ self- respect and self-confidence (自信). The problem is that parents are only _31_ their children on how to take multiple-choice tests and how to study well, but parents are not teaching them the most important skills they need to be _32_, happy and clever. Parents can _33_ this by teaching _34_ skills like cooking, sewing, and doing other housework. _35_ a child to cook will improve many of the skills that he will need later in life. Cooking demands _36_ and time. It is an enjoyable but difficult _37_. A good cook always tries to improve his cooking, so he will learn to work hard and gradually finish his job _38_. His _39_, a well-cooked dinner, will give him much satisfaction and a lot of self-confidence. Some old machines, such as a broken radio or TV set that you give your children to _40_ will make him curious and arouse his interest. Then he will think and use his mind. And that is more important. 21. A. offering B. spending C. caring about D. paying 22. A. ordinary B. best C. city D. good 23. A. parties B. sports C. clubs D. activities 24. A. more expensive B. more reasonable C. farther D. cheaper 25. A. small B. reasonable C. proper D. unreasonable 26. A. rich B. old C. poor D. young 27. A. Therefore B. Otherwise C. However D. Instead 28. A. fail B. try C. want D. manage 29. A. even if B. though C. unless D. or rather 30. A. gain B. own C. lose D. lack 31. A. advising B. educating C. persuading D. suggesting 32. A. unselfish B. polite C. friendly D. confident 33. A. achieve B. receive C. accept D. own 34. A. actual B. practical C. real D. true 35. A. Asking B. Promising C. Teaching D. Encouraging 36. A. space B. determination C. help D. patience 37. A. skill B. experience C. job D. housework 38. A. quickly B. carefully C. successfully D. accidently 39. A. idea B. conclusion C. wish D. result 40. A. play with B. throw away C. deal with D. work at 第II卷注意事项：用0.5 毫米黑色笔迹的签字笔将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分25分）第一节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容（1个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。 More and more middle school students are going to all kinds of training classes or _41 (have) family teachers at weekends. There are two different viewpoints 42 it. Some think 43 necessary. First of all，its 44 (effective) to study with a teacher than by themselves. Secondly，it can strengthen 45 they have learnt in class. Besides, they can learn a lot more. Others think it 46 (necessary). For one thing，students can easily form the habit of dependence. For 47 , students need time to relax from time to time. Whats more，the purpose of many training classes and family teachers is to make money. In my opinion， 48 a training class or family teacher 49 (need) just depends. Do be sure to choose a good and suitable class or teacher, 50 it would be a waste of time and money. 第二节：短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）假定英语课上老师要求用桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。 文中共有10处语言错误，每句中错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加： 在缺词处加一个漏字符号（/），并在其下面写出该加的词。删除： 把多余的词用（）划掉。修改： 在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改的词。注意：1. 每处错误及其修改均仅限一词； 2. 只允许修改10处，多者（从第11处起）