甘肃省武威第十八中学2018_2019学年高二英语下学期期末考试试题.docx

甘肃省武威第十八中学2018-2019学年高二英语下学期期末考试试题第一卷 (共70 分)第一部分：阅读理解(共两节，满分40分)第一节：(共15小题；每小题2分，满分30分)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。 AMrs. Brown had just finished cooking when she heard a knock at the door. She was surprised because the postman and the milkman had already been there, and she wasnt expecting any visitors. She went into the front room and pulling the curtain back a little, looked out of the window to see who it was. A man was standing on the steps leading to the front door.He was a tall, broad-shouldered man wearing an old army coat and big black hat pulled forward over his eyes, so it was difficult to see his face clearly. His shoes, Mrs. Brown noticed, were old and dirty and there was a large hole in his trousers. He carried a small black bag in his hand.As she looked at him, Mrs. Brown remembered stories she had read in the newspapers about old ladies who opened to strangers, and were hit on the head and had their things stolen. She felt rather frightened. “I am not going to open the door”, she said to herself, “If I dont, perhaps hell think theres no one in and go away.” She let the curtain fall back into place and waiting.The man looked round quickly, put his hand in his pocket, drew out his keys, and began to try them one by one in the front door.1. Mrs. Brown looked out of the window because_. A. she was expecting a visitor B. she had never any visitorsC. she wanted to see who was there D. she thought it might be the milkman2. The man on the door steps_. A. was wearing an army cap B. was dressed as a soldier C. had holes in his trousers D. had a grey hat over his eyes3. Mrs. Brown was frightened because she remembered something _. A. she had read B. she had been told C. she had seen happen D. she knew would happen4. The man began to try the keys in the door_. A. while Mrs. Brown was watching him B. before Mrs. Brown saw him. C. after Mrs. Brown had left the curtain fall D. when Mrs. Brown first saw him B Starting high school life can be extremely exciting and at the same time nerve-wracking. You may worry about all these things: what classes to take, what to wear on the first day of school and what will everyone think of you? But so far high school has been the best experience for me ever. On my first day of high school, I asked a senior where my class was, and he told me it was on the fourth floor, next to the pool. I found out five minutes later that we didnt even have a fourth floor and had no pool either! Besides that event, I didnt have any trouble with the older kids.I think the biggest difference between middle and high school is the homework load and the size of the school. I went from fifteen minutes of homework a night to several hours, so I had to learn time management pretty quickly! Our class size was around 550, so being exposed (暴露) to so many new people was a big change. Getting involved in clubs, sports, music and other activities at school makes it easier to get to know people in every grade its always useful to have an upperclassman friend!The best suggestion I can give about the four years you spend in high school is to learn things for the sake of learning, not just to get a good grade. There have been so many tests that Ive crammed (突击式学习) on the night before and got an A, but now I dont remember anything. Ive changed that this year, and I enjoy school so much more. Relating to academics, dont take easy classes just to have a simple year. If you have a choice between “AP Chemistry” and “Racquet Sports”， the first will prove to be more useful!5On the first day of high school, the author _.Afailed to adapt himself to a new environmentBfound it was hard for him to get on with new classmates Cwas teased by a senior studentDlost his way in the schoolyard6Which of the following is TRUE about the authors advice on high school life?AMaking as many upperclassmen friends as possible.BTaking an active part in various afterschool activities.CTrying to obtain useful knowledge instead of getting good grades.DChoosing easy but useful courses instead of practical ones.7In writing the text, the author intends to _.Atell others his first day experience at high schoolBexpress his opinions on high school educationCdescribe what can be learnt at high schoolDshare his life and thoughts at high schoolCBy far the most common difficulty in study is simple failure to get down to regular concentrated work. This difficulty is much greater for those who do not work to a plan and have no regular routine of study. Many students muddle along ,doing a bit of this subject or that ,as the mood takes them, or letting their set work pile up until the last possible moment.Few students work to a set timetable .They say that if they did work out a timetable for themselves they would not keep to it ,or would have to change it frequently ,since they can never predict (foresee) from one day to the next what their activities will be .No doubt some students take much more kindly to a regular routine than others .There are many who shy away from a self-controlled weekly timetable ,and dislike being tied down to a fixed programme of work .Many able students state that they work in cycles .When they become interested in a topic they work on it attentively for three or four days at a time .On other days they avoid work completely .It has to be admitted that we do not fully understand the motivation(动机)to work .Most people over 25 years of age have become used to a work routine ,and the majority of really productive workers set aside regular hours for the more important areas of their work .The “tough-minded” school of workers doesnt fully accept the idea that good work can only be done naturally ,under the influence of inspiration(灵感).Those who believe that they need only work and study as the fit takes them have a mistaken belief either in their own talent or in the value of “freedom” .Freedom from control and discipline (纪律)leads to unhappiness rather than to “self-expression” or “personality development” . Our society insists on regular habits ,timekeeping and punctuality (准时)，and whether we like it or not ,if we mean to make our way in society ,we have to meet its demands.8. The most widespread problem in applying oneself to study is _ .A. changing from one subject to anotherB. the failure to keep to a set timetable of workC. the unwillingness to follow a systematic planD. working on a subject only when one feels like it9. Which of the following is true? _A. Many students are not interested in using a self-controlled timetable.B. Many students dont like being told to study to a fixed timetable.C. Most people over 25 years of age dont work to a set timetable.D. Tough-minded people agree that good work is done naturally.10. The underlined part “as the fit takes them” in paragraph 4 means.A. when they have the energy B. when they are in the moodC. when they feel fit D. when they find conditions suitable11. A suitable title for the passage might be _A. Attitudes to Study B. A Study PlanC. The difficulties of Studying D. Study and Self-disciplineDMost people know that Marie Curie was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize, and the first person to win it twice. However, few people know that she was also the mother of a Nobel Prize winner. Born in September, 1987, Irene Curie was the first of the Curies two daughters. Along with nine other children whose parents were also famous scholars, Irene studied in their own school, and her mother was one of the teachers. She finished her high school education at the College of Sevigne in Paris. Irene entered the University of Paris in 1914 to prepare for a degree in mathematics and physics. When World War I began, Irene went to help her mother, who was using X-ray facilities to help save the lives of wounded soldiers. Irene continued the work by developing X-ray facilities in military hospitals in France and Belgium. Her services were recognized in the form of a Militarys Medal by the French government.In 1918, Irene became her mothers assistant at the Curie Institute. In December 1924, Frederic Joliot joined the Institute, and Irene taught him the techniques required for his work. They soon fell in love and were married in 1926. Their daughter Helene was born in 1927 and their son Pierre five years later. Like her mother, Irene combined family and career. Like her mother, Irene was awarded a Nobel Prize, along with her husband, in 1935. Unfortunately, also like her mother, she developed leukemia(白血病) because of her work with radioactivity . Irene Joliot-Curie died from leukemia on March 17, 1956. 12. Why was Irene Curie awarded a Military Medal? A. Because she received a degree in mathematics. B. Because she contributed to saving the wounded. C. Because she won the Nobel Prize with Frederic. D. Because she worked as a helper to her mother. 13. Where did Irene Curie meet her husband Frederic Joliot? A. At the Curie Institute. B. At the University of Paris. C. At a military hospital. D. At the College of Sevigne. 14. When was the second child of Irene Curie and Frederic Joliot born? A. In 1932. B. In 1927. C. In 1897. D. In 1926. 15. In which of the following aspects was Irene Curie different from her mother?A. Irene worked with radioactivity. B. Irene won the Nobel Prize twice C. Irene combined family and career. D. Irene won the Nobel Prize once 第二节：七选五（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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。选项中有两项为多余选项。In 2012, the 410,000 residential(住宅的) fires in America caused more than 14,000 injuries and 3,000 deaths. You can prevent fire-related deaths and injuries, and even most residential fires by knowing about fire safety. 16 Fire safety escape planA fire safety escape plan tells everyone what to do if your home catches fire. Your family needs to design an escape plan for your home.17 when you discuss with your family, it is a good idea to talk about each persons responsibilities in case of a fire, such as who helps whom out of the house.Fire safety and kids18 Children cause thousands of residential fires each year, most of which are caused by children playing with matches. You need to teach your children to obey the following fire safety rules: 19 always have an adults help when cooking. Always STOP, DROP, and ROLL, if you or your clothes catch fire.Fire safety and your homeElectrical fires are the most common type of residential fires in America. Electric heaters and clothes dryers are responsible for most of residential electrical fires. If a fire happens, shut off the electricity, put out small fires with your home fire extinguisher(灭火器). Do not put water on electrical fires. 20 Call 911 and report the fire.A. Dont stop to save anything.B. Never play with matches or lighters.C. Fire safety education begins with children.D. Do not try to deal with large fires by yourself.E. Your children are the most important people in your life.F. The escape plan needs to be known by everyone in your family.G. Protect you and your family by making an escape plan and learning fire safety.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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。During my third year of college, I found a part-time job. I worked in a 21 . I spent most of my time on work and as 22 as possible on conversation. I wasnt 23 to talking to unknown people except when taking orders.One night, a little old man came in. I took his 24 and went on my way. But later I 25 that he came in week after week. 26 , I began having short conversations with him. His name was Mr. Rodgers, but he insisted that I 27 him Don. I learned that he and his wife had gone to 28 and a movie every Saturday. Since she had died, he carried on the 29 alone. 30 the weeks went on, I began to talk with Don. We talked about his wife, his days flying in the war, his son who had grown up and also served as a 31 in the army.Eventually, we began to 32 my school, my friends and my future. About four months after meeting him, I 33 a call from a nurse telling me that Don was in hospital. He was 34 from a heart operation. I immediately drove to the hospital to see him. The first thing he did was to 35 me for urging him to visit the doctor. At first I didnt know what he was referring to. Then I 36 that about three weeks earlier, Don was complaining (抱怨) about 37 pains and I gave him the number of a doctor I know.A nurse asked, “Are you his daughter?” and I replied , “No, Im his 38 .” Strangers can become good 39 . I recently found it 40 to talk to customers at the restaurant and I have had a lot more fun.21. A. hospital B. restaurant C. bank D. hotel22. A. little B. much C. few D. many23. A. supposed B. used C. allowed D. suggested24. A. money B. hand C. order D. seat25. A. expected B. judged C. informed D. noticed26. A. Immediately B. Unluckily C. Generally D. Slowly27. A. call B. meet C. greet D. recognize28. A. church B. school C. dinner D. talk29. A. information B. conversation C. tradition D. suggestion30. A. As B. Because C. Until D. Before31. A. driver B. pilot C. coach D. doctor32. A. leave B. consider C. discuss D. watch33. A. gave B. hoped C. made D. received 34. A. accepting B. catching C. returning D. suffering35. A. send B. blame C. thank D. inform36. A. showed B. remembered C. believed D. decided37. A. chest B. leg C. head D. arm38. A. boss B. neighbor C. sister D. waitress39. A. friends B. guests C. classmates D. families40. A. boring B. pleasant C. difficult D. funny第二卷（共50分）第一节 语法填空（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。 One early morning, John was walking outside when he caught 41_(see) of heavy smoke _42_ (come) up from his neighbors house. There must be _43_ fire. He immediately went to dial 119. The fire-engine soon came and the firemen started to put the fire _44_.Suddenly, they heard someone _45_(cry) for help. A boy and a girl could be seen _46_(trap) in the _47_(burn) house. Their life was _48_ danger. The next moment, one of the firemen started to climb onto the roof, _49_(use) a long ladder, and managed to carry the boy and the girl down.Thanks _50 them and the firemen, the fire was soon put out and nobody was seriously hurt.第二节：短文改错(共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分)下面短文中有10处语言错误。请在有错误的地方增加、删除或修改某个单词。增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（），并在其下面写上该加的词。删除：把多余的词用斜线（）划掉。修改：在错的词下划一横线， 并在该词下面写上修改后的词。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 ) 不计分。 Nowadays，people in many big cities are complaining the heavy traffic. It has serious influenced peoples daily life and economic development. To solving the problem，some pieces of advice is put forward. Some people suggest that more streets and roads should are built. By this way，the traffic jams can be reduced, thus speeding up the flow of buses and cars. Some people advise limiting the number of bikes and cars. This can decrease the traffic flow. But on the other hand，this will affected the consumption(消费) and makes buses more crowded.In my opinion，the number of private cars should be put under the control. And at the same time，buses should have their own special routes when cannot be used by other vehicles. 第三节 书面表达 ( 满分25分 )现在我们国家越来越重视体育，尤其中小学学校，加强了对体育课