辽宁省阜新市海州高级中学2019-2020高二下学期期中考试英语试卷

辽宁省阜新市海州高级中学2019-2020高二下学期期中考试英语试卷

英语试卷 第二部分：阅读理解（共20题；每小题2.5分，满分50分）‎ 第一节：阅读理解（共15题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）‎ 阅读下列短文，从每篇短文后所给各题的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上填写答案。‎ ‎ A Your school asked parents about the social development in children in the last Parents’ Meeting. Here are some opinions. Read following information and answer the questions.‎ Parent 1: Social development in children is an important part of childhood. Social activities can helpenhancechildren’s social abilities and make them more confident. ‎ Parent 3: Many ball games are a great way to encourage children to communicate with other kids. It’s a good idea for them to play basketball or football together. They can learn teamwork. ‎ Parent 2: Social development should begin at a very young age. It is important for young children before starting school. Playing with other children can help them get skills needed to make friends. ‎ School headmaster: Parents should try to allow children to deal with the situation on their own first. Children can learn what works and what doesn’t work from their failures, which help children act properly in the future’s society. ‎ ‎1．The underlined word, “enhance”, can be replaced by ________.‎ A．spend B．improve C．expect D．handle ‎2．What kind of activities may be supported by the third parent for his/her children?‎ A．Playing basketball with friends.‎ B．Playing computer games.‎ C．Holding parties at home.‎ D．Watching TV alone.‎ ‎3．Which is NOT the advantage from social development according to these parents and headmaster’s opinions?‎ A．Children become more confident.‎ B．Children get skills needed to make new friends.‎ C．Children learn teamwork.‎ D．Children are afraid of making mistakes.‎ B Having experienced a shocking electrical accident, which caused him to become both blind and deaf, James Franco’s world became completely dark and quiet for almost ten years. The loss of sight and hearing threw him into such sorrow that he tried a few times to put an end to his life. His family, especially his wife, did their best to tend and comfort him and finally he regained the will to live.‎ One hot summer afternoon, he was taking a walk with a stick near his house when a thunderstorm started all at once. He stood under a large tree to avoid getting wet, but he was struck by the lightning. Witnesses thought he was dead but he woke up 20 minutes later, lying face down in muddy water. He was trembling badly, but when he opened his eyes, he could hardly believe what he saw: a tree and muddy road. When Mrs. Franco came running up to him, shouting to their neighbors to call for help, he could see her and hear her voice for the first time in nearly ten years.‎ The news of James regaining his sight and hearing quickly spread and many doctors came to examine him. Most of them said that he regained his sight and hearing from the shock he got from the lightning. However, none of them could give a compellent answer as to why this should happen. The only reasonable explanation given by one doctor was that, since James lost his sight and hearing as a result of a sudden shock, perhaps, the only way for him to regain them was another sudden shock.‎ ‎4．The reason why James attempted to kill himself was that ________.‎ A．a terrible electrical accident happened to him B．nobody in the whole world cared about him C．he was struck by the lightning once more D．he had to live in a dark and silent world ‎5．What was James doing when he was struck by the lightning?‎ A．Sheltering from the rain under a tree. B．Putting an end to his life.‎ C．Taking a walk with a stick. D．Lying on the ground.‎ ‎6．What does the underlined word “compellent” in Paragraph 3 mean?‎ A．Gradual. B．Wrong. C．Convincing. D．True.‎ ‎7．Which of the following can be the best title for the text?‎ A．A Terrible Electrical Accident B．What a Sudden Shock C．An Unforgettable Adventure D．James Franco and His wife C This could be the perfect gift for the partner,who embarrasses you on the dance floor.Smart socks,which can teach to dance,may be the answer for anyone with two left feet.‎ The socks have been developed as a running tool to help runners improve their skills.Thanks to the socks,users can accurately record not only how far and fast they run but also how well.It means the user maximizes their performance,and reduces damage to body and prevents hurt.The hi-tech socks are made of special fibers that watch the movements of your feet.They look,feel and can be washed like normal clothes.‎ Sensors（传感器）record each movement and send it by an ankle transmitter（脚踝发射器）to a smart phone. Then a “virtual coach” application shows the information and can tell the user what they are doing wrong,and help to improve skill in any task with feet.‎ The socks should be useful to athletes and weekend joggers."People think running is so easy and of course everybody can do it but not necessarily safely and well,"Dr Davide Vigano said.A recent study showed that between 60 and 80 percent of runners got hurt per year.This is pretty much more than any other human activity.Researchers say the technology can also be developed to teach people how to dance,play sports such as golf,or even to help to teach women to walk better in high heels.‎ Mr.Vigano said,“People could all benefit from the idea.We have had interest from all sorts of sports,like skiing, football,cycling and golf.Anything where you have to use your feet can use it.It could even be put in high heels to help women walk in them safely.”‎ Socks are just the start,and the technology could be used in gloves,hats and boots.The ‎ socks,anklet and software package,are expected to be sold for around￡120,which will go on sale in March.‎ ‎8．What does the underlined part "anyone with two left feet" refer to?‎ A．People who are disabled.‎ B．People who are interested in dancing.‎ C．People who are not good at dancing.‎ D．People who invented the socks.‎ ‎9．What's special about fibers that the socks are made of?‎ A．They feel much softer than normal clothes.‎ B．They can monitor the movement of feet.‎ C．They are expensive to produce.‎ D．They act as a smart phone for users.‎ ‎10．Which of the following is NOT mentioned about the socks?‎ A．They can improve the skill of running.‎ B．They can help women walk better in high heels.‎ C．They can teach people to dance well.‎ D．They can be worn for days without washing.‎ ‎11．According to Dr.Vigano,.‎ A．everyone can make good use of the smart socks B．users can run as fast as they like with the socks C．60 to 80 percent of runners would like to buy the smart socks D． no runners will get hurt,thanks to the socks D It warmed my heart today to walk into the Thirsty Camel downtown in the Thanksgiving Day, for a quick lunch before a haircut and library trip. Ihan, a food shop owner, said that he was refusing to take money today because it was Buy Nothing Day. To increase awareness(意识) of the strange over spending nature of our society, Ilan suggested a trade for food today. He simply asked that you offer something of equal personal value for the meal you received.‎ At first I was really uncomfortable, wondering if it would be fair to exchange a yet to be ‎ determined “I Owe You” (IOU) for food? What could I give him of equal value? After all, his food is the best in the town!‎ We ended up writing our IOU's with promises of a book, some paintings and the offer of work in a variety of ways if he needs it.‎ I think the idea isn't that the trade is "equal" so much as the importance of the kind of transaction. We put thought into our offer and we had an even greater understanding for the meals we ate.‎ We don't buy a lot, especially at this upcoming time of year. We don't give gifts at all in fact. The holiday time is spent enjoying each other's company and doing things together with family and friends. This is what seems most sensible.‎ Ilan is a good person. We are all lucky to have someone like this in our community.‎ ‎12．Ilan did not take any money that day in order to_________.‎ A．have a quick lunch before a haircut and library trip B．buy nothing that day to save some money C．make people aware of their over spending D．trade for something of equal value in return ‎13．For the meal, the author finally offered Ilan ________.‎ A．some promises B．a book C．some paintings D．work in different ways ‎14．Which of the following is closest in meaning to the underlined word “transaction”?‎ A．transport B．trade C．meal D．giving ‎15．What is the author’s attitude to Buy Nothing Day?‎ A．Disagreeable B．Meaningless.‎ C．Supportive. D．Doubtful.‎ 第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。‎ I’ve always been interested in why we do the things we do, so last year I decided I’d like to study psychology. Most courses I found, however, were either too expensive, too long or were impossible to combine with work. I was about to give up16．.‎ At first, I had no idea what they were talking about, but they explained that a MOOC is a Massive Open Online Course — a new type of course offered completely online to thousands of people, which is designed so that anyone can follow it, regardless of age, location or education 17．. You can search for hundreds of different subjects, and can usually watch a short introduction video to get an idea of what the course is about.‎ ‎18．. At first, I didn’t know what to expect or how much time I might spend studying. Each week there were video lectures to watch and readings to do as well as some short assignments. The lectures were really interesting and easy to follow, and it was great to be able to watch them again or pause them to go and do something else. Most MOOCs have online forums (论坛), too, where students can discuss what they are learning. These are often really fascinating because there are so many different opinions,19 . If you read everything on the forums, you won’t have time to finish the lectures!‎ ‎20．. There is a huge range of courses on offer in hundreds of subjects, and you have the chance to learn new things and be in contact with many different types of people, all from the comfort of your own home. Why not check out a MOOC and start learning something new today?‎ A．but they are very time-consuming B．all you need is an Internet connection C．when a friend suggested that I try a MOOC D．I chose a six-week Social Psychology course E. it is difficult to find a course to combine with work F. But the advantages of MOOCs for busy people today are obvious G. In fact, that seems to be one of the problems of this new way of studying 第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分30分）‎ 第一节 完型填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）‎ 阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。‎ When discussing the causes of animal endangerment, it is important to understand that individual species are not the only factors involved in this difficult situation. Endangerment is a broad 21, one that involves the habitats and environments where species live and interact with one another. Although some measures are being taken to help specific cases of endangerment, the universal problem cannot be solved until humans 22 the natural environments where endangered species live. There are many reasons why a particular species may become endangered, but habitat destruction is on top.‎ Our planet is continually changing, causing habitats to be altered and modified. Natural changes tend to occur at a(n) 23 pace, usually causing only a slight 24 on individual species. However, when changes occur at a fast pace, there is little or no time for individual species to 25 and adjust to new situations. This can create disastrous results, and for this reason, rapid habitat loss is the primary cause of species endangerment. The strongest 26 in rapid habitat loss are human beings. Nearly every region of the earth has been affected by human activity, particularly during this past century. The loss of microbes in soils that 27 supported tropical forests, the extinction of fish and various aquatic species in polluted habitats, and changes in global climate brought about by the 28 of greenhouse gases are all results of human activity.‎ It can be difficult for an individual to 29 the effects that humans have had on specific species. It is also hard to identify or 30 human effects on individual species and habitats, especially during a human lifetime. But it is quite 31 that human activity has greatly contributed to species endangerment. 32, although tropical forests may look as though they are thick and healthy; they are33 highly susceptible (易受影响的) to destruction. This is because the soils in which they grow 34 nutrients. It may take centuries to re-grow a forest that was cut down by humans or destroyed by fire, and many of the world’s severely threatened animals and plants live in these forests. If the current rate of forest 35 continues, huge quantities of plant and animal species will disappear.‎ ‎21．A．remark B．issue C．project D．experiment ‎22．A．worsen B．protect C．seek D．ignore ‎23．A．extreme B．favorable C．gradual D．rapid ‎24．A．command B．spirit C．impact D．expectation ‎25．A．react B．boost C．express D．announce ‎26．A．sports B．meanings C．forces D．crimes ‎27．A．usually B．formally C．freely D．formerly ‎28．A．escape B．goal C．release D．origin ‎29．A．update B．recognize C．cover D．remind ‎30．A．predict B．devote C．struggle D．transfer ‎31．A．obvious B．vital C．contemporary D．selfish ‎32．A．In short B．In a word C．As a result D．For example ‎33．A．naturally B．completely C．fully D．actually ‎34．A．contain B．lack C．reduce D．limit ‎35．A．growth B．loss C．extension D．planting 第II卷（非选择题)‎ 第二节(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 The only36． (survive) of a shipwreck was washed up on a small island 37． no one lived. He prayed each day for his rescue, and after every prayer he stared at the horizon, 38． (search) for help. But nobody seemed to be coming. Exhausted, he eventually decided to build a small 39． (wood) hut (小屋) to protect himself from the weather, and to store his few valuable possessions. But then one day, after hunting for food, he arrived home to find his little house 40． fire, the smoke rolling up to the sky. The worst had happened: everything was lost. He burst into tears and 41． (think) life had played a joke on him. Early the next day, however, he was awoken by the sound of something that was approaching the island. 42． ship had come to rescue him! The weary man was curious about 43． his rescuers had found him. “We saw your smoke signal,” they replied.‎ When things are going bad, people can get discouraged. But we shouldn’t lose heart, because with a little bit of good luck, 44． can overcome even the worst misfortune the world throws our way. For all the bad things we might experience, life often provides us 45． optimistic solutions.‎ 自备写书面表达的用纸 第四部分 写作(共两节 满分40) ‎ 第一节 书面表达（满分15分）‎ ‎46．假如你是新华中学的学生李华，你的外籍教师Mr. Smith征求你们对他所授的英语课的意见。请你用英语给他写一封信，内容包括：‎ ‎1. 感谢老师的付出； 2. 指出老师教学的优点； 3. 提出一至两条建议。‎ 注意： 1.词数100左右； 2.包括所有要点，内容可适当发挥。‎ Dear Mr. Smith,‎ I’d like to take this opportunity to _______________________________________________‎ ‎____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________‎ Yours sincerely,‎ Li Hua 第二节、读后续写 ‎47．阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。‎ There was something in the elderly woman’s grace that caught my eye. Although slow and unsure of her steps, the woman moved with deliberation (从容), and there was no hesitation in her gestures.‎ It was a few years ago, and I had taken a part - time holiday - season job in a video. store at the local shopping mall. From inside the store, I could see the people outside rushing by.‎ The elderly woman entered the store, along with her daughter, who was displaying a serious expression of impatience, rolling her eyes, sighing and checking her watch every few seconds. I guessed if she had possessed a rope, she would have fastened it to her mother to drag her along to keep step with the rush of other shoppers.‎ The elderly woman separated from her daughter and began to seek through the DVDs on the nearest shelf. After the slightest hesitation, I walked over and asked if I could help her find something. The woman smiled up at me and showed me a title written on an old piece of paper.‎ Rather than rush off to locate the DVD for the woman, I asked her to walk with me so I could show her where she could find it. Looking back, I thought I wanted to enjoy her company for a moment.‎ Something about her deliberate movements reminded me of my own mother, who’d passed away the previous Christmas. I missed my mom and still felt regretful about the moments when I’d used my impatience to make her life unhappy.‎ As we walked along the back of the store, I introduced its floor plan: old television shows, action movies, cartoons, science fiction. The woman seemed glad of the unrushed company and casual conversation.‎ We found the DVD and she thanked me, saying that it was the one she’d enjoyed when she was her daughter’s age. Unwillingly, I accompanied her to the cash register, realizing I had to return the elderly woman to her daughter, who was still tapping her foot at the front of the store.‎ Paragraph 1: As the elderly woman was waiting in the queue at the cash register, I walked over to her daughter. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________‎ Paragraph 2: Together they made their way toward the store’s exit. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________‎ 参考答案 答案 ‎1．B ‎2．A ‎3．D ‎4．D ‎5．A ‎6．C ‎7．B ‎8．C ‎9．B ‎10．D ‎11．A ‎12． C ‎ ‎13． A ‎ ‎14． B ‎ ‎15． C ‎ ‎16．C ‎17．B ‎18．D ‎19．A ‎20．F ‎21．B ‎22．B ‎23．C ‎24．C ‎25．A ‎26．C ‎27．D ‎28．C ‎29．B ‎30．A ‎31．A ‎32．D ‎33．D ‎34．B ‎35．B ‎36．survivor ‎37．where ‎38．searching ‎39．wooden ‎40．on ‎41．thought ‎42．A ‎43．how ‎44．we ‎45．with ‎46．Dear Mr Smith，‎ I’d like to take this opportunity to express my gratitude to you for your generous help, without which I wouldn’t make such rapid progress.‎ In my eyes, you are a qualified teacher as well as a close friend. Being patient, humorous and energetic, you are always making the class lively and interesting. It was your devotion and enthusiasm that inspired us and aroused our thirst for English. Meanwhile, if possible, I wonder if you can introduce more western culture, which can enrich our life and broaden our horizons. Besides, I would appreciate it if you could organize some after-school activities, for example, the English speech contest, through which we can make better use of what we have learned.‎ Best wishes and hopefully these suggestions will be practical.‎ Yours sincerely,‎ Li Hua ‎47．As the elderly woman was waiting in the queue at the cash register, I walked over to her daughter without hesitation. “Mind some advice?” I asked. She rolled her eyes and said, “of course not.” I smiled to show her I wasn’t criticizing. Cherish her and cherish every single moment you can stay with her,” I said. And then I answered her curious expression by saying, “When she's gone, it's these little moments that will come back to you. Moments like this. I know.” Having finished saying this, I noticed the elderly woman moving with her deliberation back to her daughter.‎ Together they made their way toward the store’s exit. Then the daughter glanced over her elderly mother. And slowly, almost unwillingly, she placed her arm with apparently unaccustomed affection around her mother’s shoulders and gently guided her back into the crowd. Tears filled my eyes when I watched them disappearing in the crowd.‎