广东省广州市四校联考20152016学年高二上学期期末考试英语试卷

1、2017届高二上学期期末执信、广雅、二中、六中四校联考试卷英语命题学校：执信中学 本试卷分选择题和非选择题两部分，共14页，满分150分，考试用时120分钟。注意事项：1答题前，考生务必用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的校名、姓名、考号、座位号等相关信息填写在答题卡指定区域内。2选择题每小题选出答案后，用2B铅笔把答题卡上对应题目的答案标号涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其它答案；不能答在试卷上。3非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答，答案必须写在答题卡各题目指定区域内的相应位置上；如需改动，先划掉原来的答案，然后再写上新的答案；不准使用铅笔和涂改液。不按以上要求作答的答案无效。4考生

2、必须保持答题卡的整洁。第卷第一部分 听力（共两节，满分20分）第一节 听力理解（共15小题：每小题1分，满分15分）每段播放两遍。各段后有几个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅读时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的A、B、C选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。听第一段对话，回答第1-3题。1. What job would MrsRichards do?A. Cook meals BTake care of the children CDo housework2. How many hours would MrsRichards work a week? A1

3、4 hoursB25 hoursC40 hours3. What is the relation between the two speakers?A Manager and staffB Boss and workerC Interviewer and interviewee听第二段对话，回答第4-6题。4. Why hasn't John started working on his presentation? AIt is not due yet.BIt has been postponed.CIt has been cancelled.5. When will Mary giv

4、e her presentation? ANext week.BOn Tuesday. CTonight.6. Where will John and Mary meet after dinner?AIn Mary's room.BIn John's room.CIn the dinning hall.听第三段独白，回答第7-9题。7. What benefit is brought about by cars according to the speaker? ACars have brought convenience to people. BCars have stimu

5、lated modern civilization. CCars have improved the efficiency of factories8. What are the problems cars have brought to mankind? ATraffic accidents and loss of forests BAir pollution and shortages of resources. CTraffic jams and less business.9. What would people do with cars in the future? AThey wo

6、uld go without them. BThey would depend more on them.CThey would make good use of them.听第四段对话，回答第10-12题。10. What does Martin want to drink? ASome hot water. BA cold drinkCA cup of coffee.11. What caused Martin problems at the bank？ AThe exchange rate was down. BThe computers weren't working. CHe

7、 forgot the time when talking with Henry.12. Where are the two speakers touring?A. Europe.BAmerica.COceania.听第五段独白，回答第13-15题。13. What did the donkey complain about at first? AHe hadn't been given enough food to eat. BThe horse ate more food but took less burden. CHe ate less than the horse but t

8、ook the same share of burden14. Why did the master shift some and later all of the loads to the horse? ABecause the donkey kept complaining about eating less food. BBecause the donkey pretended that he couldn't walk any longer. CBecause the master found the donkey couldn't bear the burden.15

9、. What can we learn from the story? AHigher wages involve more difficult work and heavier pressure. BSome people can sometimes get more than they deserve.CWhether one is capable or not can be recognized at first sight.第二节 听取信息（共5小题；每小题1分，满分5分） 听下面一段对话，请根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入答题卡标号为16-20的空格中。听录音前，你

10、将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有60秒钟的作答时间。Accommodation Request FormName:Sara Jones.Age:Twenty-two.Length of time in 16 :A year and a half.Present address:Flat 1,539, 17 , Canterbury, 2036.Present course: 18 EnglishAccommodation required from:Thursday, 19 Way of Accommodation:In a 20 family.第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分

11、）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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AIf you are sending a text, watching the TV or listening to the radio, you may want to stop and give this your full attention. Multi-tasking shrinks (萎缩) the brain, research suggests.A study found that men and women who frequentl

12、y used several types of technology at the same time had less grey matter in a key part of the brain. University of Sussex researchers said, “Simultaneously using mobile phones, laptops and other media devices could be changing the structure of our brains.” The finding follows research which has link

13、ed multi-tasking with a shortened attention span, depression, anxiety and lower grades at school. The researchers began by asking 75 healthy men and women how often they divided their attention between different types of technology. This could mean sending a text message while listening to music and

14、 checking email, or speaking on the phone while watching TV and surfing the web. The volunteers were then given brain scans which showed they had less grey matter in a region called the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC). The findings held even when differences in personality were taken into account.Th

15、e study, published in the journal PLOS ONE, is the first to make a link between multi-tasking and the structure of the brain.Researcher Kep Kee Loh said, “Media multi-tasking is becoming more common in our lives today and there is increasing concern about its impacts on our cognition and social-emot

16、ional well-being.”He added that more research is needed to prove that multi-tasking shrinks the brain. This is because it is also possible that people with less grey matter in the ACC are more drawn to using lots of small devices simultaneously.Scientists have previously demonstrated brain structure

17、 can be changed on prolonged exposure to new environments and experience. Other studies have shown that training such as learning to juggle or taxi drivers learning the map of London can increase grey-matter densities (密度) in certain parts. Experts have also warned of the harmful impact technology c

18、an have on our memory and attention span.21. According to Kep Kee Loh, _.A. the link between multi-tasking and brain shrinkage needs further research B. people with less grey matter in the ACC are more attracted to multi-tasking C. multi-tasking has harmful impacts on our cognition and social-emotio

19、nal well-beingD. multi-tasking leads to a shortened attention span, depression, anxiety and lower grades22. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the passage?A. What multi-tasking is probably linked with.B. How researchers draw inferences about multi-tasking.C. How different health conditions a

20、ffect brain structure.D. Significance and limits of the research from University of Sussex .23. The purpose of the passage is to _.A. compare the latest research with previous onesB. prove the dangers of multi-taskingC. inform readers of research on multi-taskingD. discuss the benefits and problems

21、of multi-taskingBA recent survey found that the French are the second-most insecure people in Europe after Italy about their proficiency in English. Only 13 percent of the French respondents believed they are proficient in the language, according to the European data agency Eurostat.The situation is

22、 no better in business circles, where three-quarters of French executives feel unprepared to hold an interview in English and only 16 percent say they feel comfortable with the language, a separate survey showed.The survey results aren't surprising. The French seem to have always had this cold a

23、nd gloomy（沮丧的）attitude toward the English language. But what struck me is that, despite the French pessimism, livingin Paris without being able to speak the language of Moliere is easier these days than in the past.New immigrants are part of the reason. I can have an easy chat with the owner of

24、 the laundry in my neighborhood. Buying the medicine I need at the local pharmacy is effortless. Ordering a meal in English at the restaurant two blocks away from my apartment does not make me feel awkward. It is all because the people who run these businesses are immigrants.Greater tolerance a

25、nd acceptance of non-French speakers is a reflection of the fact that France, willingly or not, has begun to embrace(拥抱) globalization more comfortably. For instance, you will never get the same look you would have had 15 years ago if you ask for directions in English on the streets of Paris.I have

26、also met many native French who are happy to communicate in English. They are usually the kind of people who are open-minded and are sensitive to the changes beyond their own territories. They are very interested in gaining insight into what is happening on the other side of the globe.In my hometown

27、, English is also being hotly debated since Beijing education authorities decided to reduce the importance of English proficiency in college entrance exams and increase that of the Chinese language and literature. The Chinese and the French share similarities in attitudes toward foreign languages. W

28、e are both so proud of our own languages and cultures that we can feel uncomfortable when we are forced to communicate in another language.But like it or not, English is still the most widely used language in the world, at least for the foreseeable（可预知的） future. After all, it is not a

29、bout abandoning one's own language but about being able to fit more easily into this globalized world.24. What is the passage mainly about?A. French people have great difficulty speaking English.B. English is becoming increasingly acceptable in France.C. Great changes take place in France becaus

30、e of the immigrants.D. English helps France to embrace globalization.25. The expression “to speak the language of Moliere” can be understood as_.A. to speak ItalianB. to speak English C. to speak FrenchD. to speak the language of an immigrant named Moliere26. What is the purpose of mentioning Chines

31、e in the 7th paragraph?A. To prove Chinese and French share a lot similarities in culture.B. To show how wise it is to reduce the importance of English in exams.C. To explain why French people are unwilling to speak English.D. To show how proud they are to own their own languages.27. What can we inf

32、er from the passage?A. The immigrants in France speak English as their native language.B. In France people refuse to communicate with each other in English.C. Italians feel the most unconfident in speaking English in Europe.D. French people are happy to face the changes in their country.CWhen I was

33、superintendent of schools in Palo Alto, California, Polly Tyner, the president of our board of trustees（董事会）, wrote a letter that was printed in the Palo Alto Times. Polly's son, Jim, had great difficulty in school. He was classified as educationally handicapped and required a great deal of pati

34、ence on the part of his parents and teachers. But Jim was a happy kid with a great smile that lit up the room. His parents acknowledged his academic difficulties, but always tried to help him see his strengths so that he could walk with pride. Shortly after Jim finished high school, he was killed in

35、 a motorcycle accident. After his death, his mother submitted this letter to the newspaper.  Today we buried our 20-year-old son. He was killed instantly in a motorcycle accident on Friday night. How I wish I had known when I talked to him last that it would be the last time. If I had only know

36、n I would have said, "Jim, I love you and I'm so very proud of you."  I would have taken the time to count the many blessings he brought to the lives of the many who loved him. I would have taken time to appreciate his beautiful smile, the sound of his laughter, his genuine love o

37、f people.  When you put all the good attributes on the scale(天平) and you try to balance all the irritating traits such as the radio which was always too loud, the haircut that wasn't to our liking, the dirty socks under the bed, etc., the irritations don't amount to much.  I won

38、9;t get another chance to tell my son all I would have wanted him to hear, but, other parents, you do have a chance. Tell your young people what you would want them to hear if you knew it would be your last conversation. The last time I talked to Jim was the day he died. He called me to say, "H

39、i, Mom! I just called to say I love you. Got to go to work. Bye." He gave me something to treasure forever.  If there is any purpose at all to Jim's death, maybe it is to make others appreciate more of life and to have people, especially families, take the time to let each other know j

40、ust how much we care.  You may never have another chance. Do it today!28. Which of the following is NOT true about Jim?A. He was a boy handicapped and needed lots of patience.B. He was an optimistic child and was sincere and kind to others.C. He found a job after his graduation from high school

41、.D. He held a positive attitude to life despite his great difficulty in learning.29. The letter submitted by Jims mother is intended to_.A. be in memory of her son who died at an early ageB. appeal to people to pay attention to road safetyC. remind people to cherish their friends and familiesD. show

42、 the great sorrow when parents lost their child30. The underlined word “traits” in the fourth paragraph probably means_.A. portraitsB. qualitiesC. argumentsD. habits31. The passage is most probably entitled_.A. A Heart-broken StoryB. Memories About JimC. Great Parental LoveD. Do It TodayDIt is all v

43、ery well to blame traffic jams, the cost of petrol and the quick pace of modern life, but manners on the roads are becoming horrible. Everybody knows that the nicest men become monsters behind the wheel. It is very well, again, to have a tiger in the tank, but to have one in the drivers seat is anot

44、her matter altogether. You might tolerate the odd road-hog, the rude and inconsiderate driver, but nowadays the well-mannered motorist is the exception to the rule. Perhaps the situation calls for a “Be Kind to Other Drivers” campaign, otherwise it may get completely out of control.Road politeness i

45、s not only good manners, but good sense too. It takes the most cool-headed and good-tempered drivers to resist the temptation to revenge when subjected to uncivilized behavior. On the other hand, a little politeness goes a long way towards relieving the tensions of motoring. A friendly nod or a wave

46、 of acknowledgement in response to an act of politeness helps to create an atmosphere of goodwill and tolerance so necessary in modern traffic conditions. But such acknowledgements of politeness are all too rare today. Many drivers nowadays dont even seem able to recognize politeness when they see i

47、t.However, misplaced politeness can also be dangerous. Typical examples are the driver who brakes violently to allow a car to emerge from a side street at some hazard to following traffic, when a few seconds later the road would be clear anyway; or the man who waves a child across a zebra crossing i

48、nto the path of oncoming vehicles that may be unable to stop in time. The same goes for encouraging old ladies to cross the road wherever and whenever they want to. It always amazes me that the highways are not covered with the dead bodies of these grannies.A veteran (资深的) driver, whose manners are

49、faultless, told me it would help if motorists learnt to filter correctly into traffic streams one at a time without causing the total blockages that give rise to bad temper. Unfortunately, modern motorists cant even learn to drive, let alone master the subtler aspects of boatmanship. Years ago the e

50、xperts warned us that the car-ownership explosion would demand a lot more give-and-take from all road users. It is high time for all of us to take this message to heart.32. According to this passage, troubles on the road are primarily caused by _.A. peoples attitude towards the road-hog B. the rhyth

51、m of modern lifeC. the behavior of the driverD. traffic conditions33. The sentence “You might tolerate the odd road-hog. the rule.” (Para. 1) implies that _.A our society is unjust towards well-mannered motoristsB. rude drivers can be met only occasionallyC. the well-mannered motorist cannot tolerat

52、e the road-hogD. nowadays impolite drivers make up the majority of motorists34. In the writers opinion, which is “misplaced politeness”? A. Revenge when subjected to uncivilized behavior.B. Encouraging old ladies to cross the road as long as they want to.C. A wave of acknowledgement in response to a

53、n act of politeness.D. Waving a child across a zebra crossing.35. In the writers opinion, _.A. strict traffic regulations are badly neededB. drivers should apply road politeness properlyC. rude drivers should be punishedD. drivers should avoid traffic jams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

54、的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Conquering Procrastination (拖延症)Procrastination, the habit of putting tasks off to the last possible minute, can be a major problem in both your career and your personal life. 36 . Therefore, it takes deliberate strategies to avoid becoming our own worst enemy by procrastinating on

55、 our intended actions. Dont give in to feeling good. 37 . For example, a task at hand makes us feel anxious or overwhelmed, so we give in to feeling good, seeking immediate emotional relief, and we walk away, leaving the task for tomorrow. To cope with this, stay for a minute dont walk away. Acknowl

56、edge the negative emotions, but get started anyway. Progress on a goal provides the motivation for another step forward. 38 . Were most likely to procrastinate on tasks that lack structure. This means that in addition to making your task specific, its important to reduce the uncertainty about how to

57、 continue and, when its time to act, to reduce available distractions (分心的事物) as well. Shut off your e-mail, separate yourself from others as much as you can, and make sure the environment around you is working to strengthen your willpower and focus, not to weaken your efforts.Make the most of the willpower muscle. A great deal of recent research clearly indicates that willpower is like a muscle. You c