河北省保定市高阳中学2014-2015学年高二英语上学期期中试题

1、20142015学年第一学期期中考试高二英语试卷（考试时间：120分钟 分值：150分）第I卷（共90分）第一部分：听力 （共两节，满分20分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分）听下面5段对话。每段对话后有一个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后，你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题。每段对话仅读一遍。1. What day is it today?A. Wednesday. B. Thursday. C. Friday.2. What does the woman most probably want to do?A. H

2、ave a walk. B. Buy new clothes. C. Buy some flowers.3. How does the woman probably feel now?A. Angry. B. Interested. C. Frightened.4. What does the woman suggest the man wear?A. A white shirt.B. A blue tie. C. A dark blue shirt.5. Where are the two speakers?A. At home. B. In the classroom. C. In the

3、 library.第二节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题，从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前，你将有时间阅读各个小题，每小题5秒钟；听完后，各小题将给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6. What does the man think of the womans dress?A. Very beautiful. B. Very suitable. C. Very practical.7. What do we know about the woman

4、? A. She will hold a birthday party for herself.B. She has forgotten Susans birthday party.C. She is eager to attend Susans birthday party.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。8. How many main attractions of London does the woman mention?A. 4. B. 5. C. 6. 9. What does the man want to do?A. Travel around London on a tour

5、bus.B. Travel around London with the woman.C. See each main attraction of London carefully.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。10. What is the woman most probably doing?A. Watching a movie. B. Looking at some pictures. C. Reading a newspaper.11. Who won the Academy Award for Best Actor this year?A. Matthew McConaughey

6、.B. Leonardo DiCaprio.C. Jared Leto.12. What does the woman think of Jared Letos performance in Dallas Buyers Club?A. Terrible. B. A bit disappointing. C. Great.听第 9段材料，回答第 13至16题。13. What does the man want to use the iPad for?A. Chatting with friends. B. Watching a movie. C. Writing a movie review

7、on it.14. What is the woman doing now? A. Doing her school work.B. Sorting photos. C. Printing her paper.15. How does the woman want the photos in the Friends folder printed?A. In the large size. B. In the standard size.C. In the small size. 16. Whats the most probable relationship between the two s

8、peakers?A. Mother and son.B. Brother and sister. C. Student and teacher.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17. What do we know about the mountains? A. They are in the south of the speakers city.B. They are home to many wild animals.C. They are part of a national park.18. Who first noticed the mountain lion?A. The sp

9、eaker. B. A policeman. C. An old man.19. What happened to the mountain lion in the end? A. It was killed by the police. B. It was injured and ran away.C. It was taken back to its home.20. How did the author think about the event? A. Excited. B. Frightened C. Upset第二部分：阅读理解（共2节，满分40分）第一节（共15小题；每小题2分，

10、满分30分）阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C、D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AMy students often tell me that they dont have “enough time” to do all their schoolwork. My reply is often a brief “You have as much time as the president.” I usually carry on a bit about there being twenty-four hours in the day for everyone, and

11、suggest that “not enough time” is not an acceptable explanation of not getting something done. Once in graduate school(研究院), I tried to prove to one of my professors by saying that I was working hard. His answer to me was, “Thats irrelevant(不相关的). Whats important is the quality of your work.” Since

12、then I have. had time to think carefully about the “hard worker” dodge (诀窍) , and I have come to some conclusionsall relevant to the problem of how much time we have.If you analyze(分析) the matter, you can identify two parts of the problem: There is, of course, the matter of “time”, which we can thin

13、k of as fixed. Then there is the problem of “work” during that time. But, as my professor suggested, its not how hard one works but the quality of the product thats important.That led me to a new idea: the quality of the work. That concept is perhaps best explained by a sign I once saw on the wall i

14、n someones office: “Dont work harder. Work smarter.” There is a lot of sense in that idea. If you cant get more time, and few of us can, the only solution is to improve the quality of the work. That means thinking of ways to get more out of the same time than we might otherwise get. That should lead

15、 us to an analysis of our work habits. Since “work” for students usually means “homework”, the expression “work habits” should be read as “study habits”. Then, as a smart student, you will seek to improve those skills that you use in study, chiefly reading and writing. If you learn to read better an

16、d write better, there are big benefits that pay off in all your studies.21. From the passage, we know that the author is probably _ .A. an educator B. a poet C. a novelist D. an engineer22. We can infer from the second paragraph that we students still _ .A. can meet the president B. have enough time

17、C. can get everything done well D. should accept the explanation23. Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?A. The authors students make good use of their time to do all their homework.B. The author tried to tell the professor that he/she (author) had done a good job.C. Youll try to

18、improve your skills in reading and writing if youre a clever student.D. You cant improve the quality of the work if you cant get more time.24. Whats the passage mainly about?A. Dont work harder; work smarter.B. Students dont have enough time.C. No one can get more time.D. Read better and write bette

19、r.BBefore the 1970s, in southwestern Virginia, there was only one high school in Roanoke, where the students were 100% black. This was Lucy Addison High School, named after Virginian educator Lucy Addison. Lucy Addison grew up on a farm, which her father purchased after the Civil War. She attended a

20、 private school in Philadelphia, where the teaching staff are all black people. Miss Addison graduated in 1882 with a teaching diploma(文凭). Lucy Addison first taught in Loudoun County. Four years later, in 1886, she moved to Roanoke where she taught at the First Ward Colored School. In January 1887,

21、 Miss Addison was named as temporary principal(临时校长). A larger school building was made available in 1888. At this time, Miss Addison was named as an assistant principal.For the next thirty years, she was an inspiration(鼓舞人的人) to generations of African American students. In 1918, Addison became prin

22、cipal of the new Harrison School, which only had classes from Grade One to Grade Eight. High school diplomas were unavailable during this time for black students in Roanoke. By gradually introducing new courses, Miss Addison eventually developed a full high-school curriculum in her school. Her hard

23、work was recognized in 1924 by The State Board of Education(州教育委员会). Addison, who never married or had children, retired at the end of the 19261927 school year. In January 1928, the Roanoke City School Board announced that a new high school for African American students would be named in honor of Mi

24、ss Lucy Addison. The official opening of Lucy Addison High School was on April 19, 1929, with Miss Addison in attendance.In 2011, a play about the life and times of Lucy Addison was performed and got good reviews. Lucy made her mark in life as an educator and received an honor that no citizen of Roa

25、noke had. She left so many legacies(遗产). She is not just a pioneer for education but a heroine(女英雄). 25. When did Lucy Addison start her teaching career?A. In 1882. B. In 1886. C. In 1887. D. In 1888.26. What does the underlined word “curriculum” in Paragraph 3 probably mean?A. Some life arrangement

26、s. B. Activities in a school.C. All the courses of study. D. Work plans in a school year.27. The high school was named after Lucy Addison to honor her because she _ .A. tried her best to start education for the blackB. had devoted all her life to educationC. became principal of the new high schoolD.

27、 turned to be the only black teacher and taught long28. How is this text mainly developed? A. By giving explanations. B. By giving examples.C. By following time order. D. By making comparisons(比较).CAn indoor house cat made an unbelievable journey after disappearing on a family outing and returning t

28、o her hometown by traveling about 200 miles over two months. Holly, a 4-year-old cat, was separated from her owners Jacob and Bonnie Richter in Daytona Beach, Florida, in early November.Two months later, on New Years Eve, Holly was found in a familys backyard about a mile from the Richters house in

29、West Palm Beach. She was weak and exhausted.Her owners are unsure of how Holly found her way home. “Her pads(肉趾) on her feet were bleeding,” Ms Richter said. “Her claws(爪子) are worn down. The front ones are really sharp, the back ones worn down to nothing.”Even scientists are baffled by how the hous

30、e cat managed to travel nearly 200 miles back home.“Are you sure its the same cat?” John Bradshaw, director of the University of Bristols Anthrozoology Institute, told the New York Times. But Holly had an implanted microchip(嵌入的微芯片) to allow people to identify her.Dr. Bradshaw says Holly may have go

31、tten a lift and perhaps hid under the hood(发动机罩) of a truck heading down Floridas I-95.However the condition of her paws suggests Holly didnt get a ride during her way home, nor did she travel easily.Scientists say it is more common, although still rare, to hear of dogs returning home. Dr. Bradshaw

32、said dogs may have inherited(继承) their genetic relative wolves ability to navigate(领航) using magnetic clues(磁场的线索). It is also possible that dogs get taken on more family outings, and that lost dogs are more easily noticed by people along the way, scientists say. Cats, on the other hand, typically n

33、avigate well around familiar landscapes, memorizing locations by sight and smell, Dr. Bradshaw told the New York Times. All in all though, there is little scientific knowledge about cat navigation. 29. The underlined word “baffled” in Paragraph 5 means _.A. puzzled B. annoyed C. encouraged D. disapp

34、ointed30. Whats John Bradshaws attitude towards Hollys returning home alone?A. He is certain about it. B. He is hopeful of it.C. He approves of it. D. He doubts it.31. The text is most probably taken from _.A. a book review(书评) B. a research paper C. a travel magazine D. a newspaper reportDIts been

35、around for over 5000 years. It was an important food to the Aztec Indians and it even helped in the inventing of the first microwave oven. Can you guess what it is? Thats right. Its popcorn(爆米花)The oldest corn ever discovered was found in a New Mexico rock formation(地岩层) called “the Bat Cave”. These

36、 ears of corn ranging from smaller than a penny to about 10cm long are thought to be about 5600 years old. Popcorn was known as momchitl to the 16th century Aztec Indians, and played an important role in their lives. They used it not only as a food source, but also in their ceremonies. Popcorn was a

37、lso thought to bring peace and goodwill: One account tells of the Aztec people scattering(撒) momchitl before the fishermen went out to sea. The popped corn was given to the god of water, in hopes of a safe journey for them. Popcorn poppers have changed completely over the years. Some ancient poppers

38、 were made out of clay. This covered bowl was hung from a tripod-like (鼎状) holder and placed directly over the fire.Today, we have microwave ovens(微波炉) that do all the popping for us. In fact, it was popcorn that actually helped invent the first microwave. In 1946 an engineer by the name of Percy Sp

39、encer was experimenting with a new vacuum tube(菅)called a magnetron(磁控管). (Magnetrons are used to produce the high energy that is used in microwaves.) When he was working with the magnetron, he realized the candy in his pocket had melted(融化). So being the electronics expert that he was, Percy Spence

40、r had an idea and immediately sent for some popcorn. This time he placed the popcorn kernels(粒) near the tube and soon history was made. The kernels popped and he went on to create the first microwave oven.Who knew popcorn had such a history? From caves to ceremonies to microwaves, this fun food has

41、 seen it all. Perhaps thats why it has stood the test of time and still remains a favorite today.32. We can learn from Paragraph 1 that popcorn _ .A. had different sizes in the pastB. was a delicious snack to the Aztec IndiansC. had a great influence on the Aztec Indians livesD. served only as a foo

42、d source for the Aztec Indians33. Before the fishermen went fishing, the Aztec people scattered popcorn to _.A. attract more fish B. wish them good luckC. give it to the god of rain D. make sure people lived peacefully34. The third paragraph is mainly about _ .A. why Percy Spencer did the experiment

43、 B. how magnetrons were used in microwavesC. how the first microwave oven was inventedD. why Percy Spencer created the microwave oven35. What would be the best title for the text?A. Corn, then and now B. More than just a snack foodC. The history of microwave ovenD. Percy Spencera great inventor第二节（共

44、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。（注意：此题36-40的答案要涂到卡上71-75）If something that youre doing doesnt challenge you, then it doesnt change you. We all need some normal stress in our lives, after all. 36 So challenge the following limits:1. Figure out what youre scared of and do it c

45、ontinuously.If youre a salesman, and youre scared of talking to people personally or over the phone, now, instead of being scared and thinking youll fail, spend at least five minutes a day to pick up the phone and make a call. 37 But dont stop on the first try! Eventually, you can look at fear in th

46、e eyes and say, “Go on, Im not scared!”2. 38 Make sure this hobby is not linked to your career; you have to relax and relieve your stress while performing this. Some examples might be cooking, sewing, painting and so on. Apart from helping you challenge yourself, taking a class for your hobby may al

47、so give you extra income.3. Set aside at least nine minutes a day for physical exercise. 39 A simple 9-minute run around your neighborhood can do wonders for yourself. Exercise can not only help you maintain your regular weight, but also make you feel better about yourself.4. Travel and allow yourse

48、lf to be interested in new people.Dont just limit yourself to your fellow travelerstry to connect with the service staff. You never know what kind of people theyre going to be. Get out of your house or go online right now to book your class. 40 A. You should do it continuously.B. Someone may hang up

49、 on you.C. You dont need to go to the gym.D. Running in the gym may be a better choice.E. Start to travel now and learn to challenge yourself.F. Take a class for a hobby youve been wanting to develop.G. You can never see any improvement if you stick to your comfort zone.第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节 完形填

50、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。（注意：此题41-60的答案要涂到卡上41-60）The middle of March might seem early to be thinking about Mothers Day, but its not too early if you know what you want. Every year in the past, my kids would ask me what Id 41 for Mothers Day, and I think I

51、disappointed them when I 42 with an answer like, “I just want your hugs.” I know they really do want to 43 me a present. Its just hard to find out what they can 44 buy because they usually keep secret.This year is a little 45 , and I know exactly what I want. I want tomatoes! I 46 love tomatoes. Las

52、t year I didnt get even one single tomato 47 on my own all summer long. I was in poor health and was unable to garden. My garden was 48 most of the spring and summer, so it was filled with weeds and now is a 49 . I love homegrown tomatoes so much. I could eat two or three every day. My kids are old

53、enough to 50 in the garden and plant tomatoes for meIll have to tell them to get some fresh soil and 51 the grass and weeds and get things ready first. Its a 52 job. They actually started the other day, and though they didnt get far, there is measurable 53 . When the garden is all 54 , they can plan

54、t tomato seedlings（幼苗）. Then all well have to do is water, weed and 55 .I think soon there will be tomatoes in my garden, red and 56 and ready for the pickingAll summer long, my childrens gift will 57 giving. Thanks for the hard work that will go into the best Mothers Day 58 this year. Not only will

55、 the present make me 59 and healthy, but also it lets my children know the benefit and 60 of physical labor.41. A. see B. like C. sayD. create42. A. recalled B. explained C. responded D. repeated43. A. give B. put C. set D. 1ay44. A. carefully B. correctly C. hardly D. actually45. A. different B. fu

56、nny C. polite D. careful46. A. finally. B. warmly C. nearly D. really47. A. bought B. borrowed C. planted D. thrown 148. A. ignored B. replaced C. changed D. selected49. A. tragedy(悲剧) B. mess C. surprise D. fear50. A. work B. stay C. live D. play51. A. set about B. put down C. dig out D. get on52. A. brave B. slow C. casual D. hard53. A. pleasure B. difficulty C. progress D. ability54. A. ready B. green C. fresh D.