山西省平遥县和诚补习学校2019_2020学年高二英语8月月考试题.docx

和诚中学2019-2020学年度高二8月月考英语试题考试时间：100分钟 满分：150分 第1部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分60分）第1节 （共15小题；每小题3分，满分45分）阅读短文，从所给的四个选项（A，B，C和D）中选出最佳选项，并填到相应位置。 AMadame Marie Curie famously won two Nobel Prizes, but many other women have also been awarded the prize, too. Here are their stories.Selma LagerlofSelma Lagerlof was a Swedish author and teacher. She published her first novel, Gosta Berlings Saga, at the age of 33. She was the first female writer to win the Nobel Prize in Literature which she was awarded in 1909. Additionally, she was the first female to be granted membership in the Swedish Academy.Gerty Theresa CoriGerty and her husband, Carl Cori, met in Prague and lived in Austria before immigrating to the United States in 1922, where the two medical doctors worked together at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center in New York. In 1947, Gerty and Carl were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, making Gerty Cori the first woman to hold the honor.Maria Goeppert-MayerIn 1942, Maria Goeppert-Mayer joined the Manhattan Project. From there, she moved on to Los Alamos National Laboratory, then to Argonne National Laboratory, where Goeppert-Mayer developed the nuclear shell model. For this, she shared the 1963 Nobel Prize in Physics with J. Hans DJensen and Eugene Paul Wigner.Dorothy Crowfoot HodgkinDorothy Hodgkins mother encouraged her love of science as a child, and at age 18, she began studying chemistry at a women-only Oxford college. Her work on mapping vitamin B12 earned her the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1964.1What is Selma Lagerlof noted for in history?AHer books.BHer medicine.CHer political works.DHer teaching skills.2Who was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine?ASelma LagerlofBGerty Theresa Cori.CMaria Goeppert-MayerDDorothy Growfoot Hodgkin3When did Dorothy Growfoot Hodgkin win her the Nobel Prize in Chemistry?AIn 1922.BIn 1942.CIn 1963.DIn 1964.BFinland is the happiest place on Earth, according to the 2018 World Happiness Report of 156 nations.The report, released Wednesday by the United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network, ranks the countries of the world based on six different categories of well-being: income, freedom, trust, life expectancy, generosity and social support. This years report also pays special attention to the happiness of each countrys immigrants.The U.S. dropped four spots from 2017 and landed in 18th place, and last years winner, Norway, came in second place followed by Denmark, Iceland and Switzerland.“The top five countries all have almost equally high values for the six factors found to support happiness, and four of these countriesDenmark, Switzerland, Norway and now Finland have been in first place in the six World Happiness Report rankings since the first report in 2012, ”co-editor John Helliwell told CNN. “In a division with such excellent teams, changes in the top spot are to be expected.Rounding out the top 10 happiest countries was Canada in sixth place, then New Zealand, Sweden and Australia. The order of the top 10 nations changed from the 2017 list but the countries did not, according to the report. They were also 10 of the 11 top spots in the immigrant happiness category (including Mexico 24th overall, but 10th in immigration).“The most striking finding of the report is the remarkable consistency between the happiness of immigrants and the locally born,” Helliwell said in a statement. “Although immigrants come from countries with very different levels of happiness, their reported life evaluations resemble those of other residents in their new countries. Those who move to happier countries gain, while those who move to less happy countries lose.”Other major world powers placed in significantly low spots on the list. Germany came in 15th, the UK was 19th followed by Japan in 54th place, Russia in 59th and China in 86th.The report, based on surveys completed by citizen volunteers, came just under a week before World Happiness Day on March 20, when the UN declared to recognize “the relevance of happiness and well-being as universal goals and aspirations in the lives of human beings around the world and the importance of their recognition in public policy objectives”4The US ranked _ in 2017.A18 B10 C14 D225What is the most significant finding of the report?AThat immigrants are different from residents in the country.BThat immigrants and locals feel the similar level of happiness.CThat immigrants become happy when they leave the country.DThat immigrants come from countries with different levels of happiness.6What can be inferred from the last paragraph?AHappiness is no less important than any other aspect in life.BPeoples happiness and well-being should be considered when it comes to policy-making.CThe happiness report came under a week before World Happiness Day.DWhat the UN declared was beneficial to all human beings.7What is the best title of the passage?AWorld Happiness Day.BHappiness forever pursuit.CThe 2018 World Happiness Report.DWhats your happiness index?CIf you rent an apartment in Beijing, you also rent the landlord or landlady for at least a year. Its important you find a good match because you have to deal with them in the long term. For me, it was love at first sight with the elderly couple who owns my apartment.It was quite a tough trying to find the right apartment when I first arrived in Beijing. The apartments were either unsuitable or I find fault with the owners who looked indifferent at best and unfriendly at worst. But that all changed when the renting agents car stopped in front of a hutong house in the heart of the capital.I saw an elderly couple, in their 70s perhaps, waving to me. They were warm and welcoming at first glance, and when I saw them attentively hanging up the curtains in what would become my bedroom, I was just sold on the place and the owners!Chinese people talk about yuanfen, meaning fate that brings people together. Before I met my current landlords, I thought the concept of yuanfen was overrated. A generous landlady who liked me and wanted me to move into her apartment had used the term in reference to me. But it was this lovely couple that changed my mind about the concept.We have become accustomed to visiting each other at home. The couples apartment is lovingly decorated, boasting a recent wedding photo of themselves taken in bridal wear. The landlord likes to smoke and sip tea, while the landlady takes great pride in her appearance.After three years, I dare say they treat me a bit like a “daughter”, despite having two grown sons, one of them close by. They give me gifts of tea or clothes, and I bring them souvenirs from my trips. A match made in heaven, indeed!8How did the author feel about renting an apartment in Beijing?AIt was a piece of cake.BThere were lots of unfriendly owners.CIt was worth trying different apartments.DIt was not so easy to find a suitable apartment.9What did the elderly couple do when they first met the author?AThey looked indifferent and find fault with the author.BThey gave a warm welcome and took good care of the house.CThey liked the author and wanted her to move into their apartment.DThey were nice and gave her gifts of tea or clothes.10Which one is correct about the elderly couple?AThey are newly married. BThey are nice and easy to get along with.CThey love drinking tea. DThey live together with their two sons.11Which one is the best title for this text?ALove BMy experience in ChinaCA lovely couple DHeaven on earthDMarathon fever is sweeping this country. In recent years, Chinas ever-growing passion for marathons has been triggered by its economic development and health-conscious middle class. A large number of marathon runners are white-collar workers, civil servants and business people that are keen on leading a healthy lifestyle. Government support, social participation and strong marketing by the sports industry have gradually led to the rapid development of the marathon industry, which is currently valued at 70 billion yuan ($10.77 billion). Due to its large participation and nationwide media report, marathons are considered by local governments an important part of marketing their cities. Thus, many cities list unique routes across local scenic spots and historical attractions, not only to boost peoples fitness, but also to promote local tourism.For many runners, marathons are a way of life. As we get older, the places and opportunities to meet new people decrease. I find that participating in marathons is a simple way to make friends, said Wu, who made many friends in the Xstop Running Community, a running club with 48,000 members established by Xtep, one of the leading distributors of sports merchandise in China.The sense of belonging and the mutual encouragement that exists within the running community are very attractive to many people. We easily befriend one another, since we have the same goal: to keep running and never stop, Wu said. Besides, a marathon can be a great way to explore new places. For a runner who also loves traveling, marathons are a solid choice. Competing in an international marathon is a chance to experience a city or a country youve never visited before, said Meng, an experienced runner from north Chinas Tianjin Municipality, who often runs in London, New York and Melbourne.Theres a unique perspective that people get running through the streets of a city, distinct ancient buildings or amazing natural settings, he explained, things that somehow just cant be seen by rushing in a car. In addition, during a race, streets are often closed off so you dont have to battle traffic.12Which word has the closest meaning to the underlined word triggered in the first paragraph？_Amotivated Bsolved Cbattled Dincreased13Who is most likely to take part in the marathons_AJohn，a company managerBJack，a middle-aged farmerCRose，a high school studentDMaria，a retired teacher14According to paragraph 3&4，which of the following statement is NOT true？_AA marathon can be a great way to explore new placesBThere is few traffic in the streets during a marathon race.CYou see common sights by running through the streets of a cityDMany people are attracted to mutual encouragement of the running community.15Why do local governments support the marathons？_ABecause nationwide media coverage can make them famous.BBecause they realize the benefits for their citizens.CBecause local scenic spots and historical attractions can have unique routes.DBecause they want to make people healthier and boost tourism.第二节 七选五。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。（每题3分，共15分） How To Be Green?What does “green” mean? “Green” is more than just a color. 16. Why green? Plants are green, and without them the Earth wouldnt be such a lovely home for us human beings. What can we do? Heres a four-step guide to being green.Reduce It!17 For instance, a shorter shower means you use less water and less fuel since your house uses fuel to run the water heater that warms up the water.Reuse It!Sometimes people call our society a “throwaway society”. It means that were a little too willing to throw away old stuff(东西) and buy new stuff. 18. . For instance, if your baby brother becomes older and loses interest in his plastic basketball hoop(篮圈), why not give it to another family who has a little kid?Recycle It!Recycling has never been easier. Many communities(社区) will pick it up right in front of your house and some towns even require it. Recycled goods go to a recycling center, where they can be turned into new cans, bottles, and paper.Enjoy It!Its true that rubbish and pollution are problems, but the Earth remains a huge and beautiful place thats ready for you to explore. 19 Go for a hike, visit local nature centers and gardens, and climb up mountains.But before you travel around the world, take a look at your own backyard. Find a place where you could plant a tree or put in a little fruit or vegetable garden. 20A.Get out there and get your hands dirty.B.Turn off the water when youre brushing your teeth.C.It also means taking special steps to protect the environment.D.When you use less of something, you do a good thing for the Earth.E.You can start locally by visiting the naturally beautiful spots in your city.F.Many times, even if you no longer need something, someone else just might.G.Then you can watch with pride as your tree takes root and your garden plants grow.第2部分 英语知识运用（共两节,满分55）第一节 完形填空 (共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分)请认真阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题纸(卡)上将该项涂黑。I believe we can create our own happiness. I believe the real magic in the world is done by humans.I was sitting in my 21 at a stoplight listening to the radio, thinking how happy and warm I was in it. It was 22 outside, and I thought, “Life is good.Now, this was a long lineAs I 23 , I noticed two people huddled（挤在一起） together at the bus stop. The couple seemed to be doing their best to keep 24 . To my eyes, they were unhappy and uncomfortable. They looked 25 Their coats looked like they came from a bargain store.But then I saw their 26 . Yes, they were huddling, but they were also laughing. They seemed to be sharing a good 27 , and suddenly, instead of pitying them, I envied them. I thought, Huh, whats so funny? They didnt notice the wind. They werent looking at my car thinking, I 28 I had that.You know 29 a single moment feels like an hour? Well, in that moment, I realized I had 30 things were all bad for them, but they werent. And I understood we all have the 31 to make moments of 32 happen.Now, maybe thats easy for me to say. I feel lucky to have a house with a roof and a wife who 33 me. I felt this 34 even when I was working at Long John Silvers. In the beginning, it didnt seem like a promising job. But 35 I had a jobAnd frankly, it was 36 After two weeks, I knew all I needed to know, and it freed my mind. The job allowed me to 37 about what my life could become.The first year I worked there, we got robbed. I thought I was going to dieBut everything 38 out all right. A lot of people 39 life as a series of miserable tasks, but after that, I didnt.I believe this is 40 all of us can do: Try to be happy within the context of the life we are actually living. Happiness is not a situation to be longed for or a convergence of luck. Through the power of our own minds, we can help ourselves.21AstoreBofficeChouseDcar22AbrightBcoldCwarmDdark23AwalkedBreturnedCcomplainedDwaited24AwarmBcalmCcloseDactive25AinnocentBhelplessCpoorDstrange26AcoatsBfacesCbagsDbacks27AjokeBspeechCofferDidea28AregretBpromiseCwishDhope29AwhenBhowCwhyDwhat30AworriedBfoundCadmittedDthought31ApowerBtemptationCdemandDchance32AexcitementBsatisfactionChappinessDtrouble33Amakes up for Bputs up with Cbreaks up with Dkeeps up with34AwayBcaseCpointDsense35Aat firstBat leastCin factDin brief36AfunnyBfineCpreciousDeasy37AcomeBcareCbringDdream38AprovedBhelpedCturnedDgot39AthinkBlookCregardDact40AanythingBsomethingCeverythingDnothing第二节 语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分） 阅读下面短文，在空白处填1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 The Creator of Middle EarthJohn Ronald Reuel Tolkien, better known as J. R. R. Tolkien, was born in 1892 in South Africa. His parents had moved there looking for 41 better job for his father. Three years 42(late), his mother took him on a trip to England to visit family. While they were away, they received terrible news that his father had died.43(grow ) up without a father must have been difficult for Tolkien. Worse still, when he was only twelve years old, his mother also passed away. As a child, he had a great passion for language and in 1908, he went to Oxford University 44(study) languages and literature. In 1915, he joined the army and fought in the battle against the Germans. But soon, he became too ill to fight and returned 45 England the following year. He didnt have a 46(satisfy) childhood himself, so around in 1933, he spent much time telling his children fantasy 47(story) of a hobbit (霍比特人) called Bilbo. He first put it in writing in 1936, 48 turned out to be a surprising hit. The publisher asked him to write another. He did so and in 1948 published The Lord of the Rings, which 49(publish) in three volumes between 1954 and 1955.Tolkien, 50(age) eighty-one, died in 1973.第三部分 写作（共两节，满分35）第一节 短文改错。（每题1分，共10分）文中共有10处语言错误，每处错误只涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。If you have a chance to go to Wuhan, a visit to Hubu Alley is something not to be missed. Located in Wuchang District, Hubu Alley is wide known for mouth-watering snacks. Each time when you go there, the alley is crowded with people. There are various tasty foods to choose of, including steamed pork dumplings, Jingwu duck neck and hot dry noodles, all of them are native to Wuhan. Wandering along the street, you may appreciate the cooking process on spot. Some food stands have even been existed there for several generations, during which the method of food preparation together with the secret ingredients had remained unchanged. These attentive efforts are aimed to deliver the original flavor as before. In a way, these distinctive snack make you easy to experience the folk cultu