高二上学期期中考试英语试卷含答案

1、佛山一中2018级高二上学期期中考试英语命题人：高一备课组2018年11月本试卷共10页，82小题，满分150分，考试时间120分钟。注意事项：1 .答题前，考生务必用黑色笔迹的钢笔或签字笔将自己的姓名、考号填写在答题卷上。2 .每小题选出答案后，用 2B铅笔把答题卷上对应题目选项的答案信息点涂黑；如需改动，用橡皮擦 干净后，再选涂其他答案，答案不能答在试卷上。非选择题必须用黑色字迹的钢笔或签字笔作答， 答案必须写在答题卷各题目指定区域内相应位置上；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。3 .作答选做题时，请先用2B铅笔填涂选做题的

2、题组号对应的信息点，再作答。漏涂、错涂、多涂的,答案无效。第一部分：听力（共两节，满分15分）第一节：听力理解（共 6小题；每小题1.5分，满分9分）材料及问题播放两遍。各段后有两个小题，各段播放前每小题有5秒钟的阅题时间。请根据各段播放内容及其相关小题的问题，在5秒钟内从题中所给的 A、B、C项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。听第一段材料，回答第 1-2题。1. A. An advisor.B. A patient.C. The woman ' s friend.2. A. Because the clinic will be closed.B. Because he wo

3、n ' t have time.C. Because Dr. Milton won ' t be in the office.听第二段材料，回答第 3- 4题。3. A. It is about traditional art.B. It was in Los Angeles last summer.C. It will go to Los Angeles next week.4. A. The woman knows little about traditional art.B. The man is a modern artist.C. The two speakers w

4、ill go to the exhibition tomorrow.听第三段材料，回答第 5-6题。5. A. Surprise.B. Joy.C. Disbelief.6. A. I will tell you a secret.B. I ' m just playing a joke on you.C. I want to make friends with you.第二节：听取信息（共 6小题；每小题1分，满分6分）听下面一段独白，根据题目要求，从所听到的内容中获取必要的信息，填入标号为7-12的空格中。听录音前，你将有10秒钟的阅题时间。录音读两遍，你将有60秒钟的作答时间。W

5、hen7What to take8ContentAnswer 9_ to write articles.Percentage in the gradeThe final exam willcount for10of yourgrade in the course,the11willcount for20%, and the midterm 25%.What to reviewMidterms, 12第二部分：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，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。AGettin

6、g to work by bicycle has never been more popular. Governments and nations are transforming their cities and highways to meet the needs of this new generation of cycling enthusiasts, and in a world where green alternatives are the new must-have, average citizens are eagerly seizing their chance to he

7、lp make their streets and their bodies cleaner than ever before.Become an EBTC Member-Click Here.The Edmonton Bicycle and Touring Club (EBTC) is a recreational not-for-profit volunteer-run group devoted to promoting its members to cooperatively run bicycling trips during the spring, summer and fall,

8、 cross-country skiing trips in the winter, and social events all the year round. We welcome both road bike and mountain bike riders!Benefits of Joining EBTC :?Opportunity to create the kinds of events you like: enjoy dozens of events all year round, organized by members like you!?Participation in th

9、e local cycling community.?Use of club bicycle tools on tour and library materials.?Discounts at various bicycle shops.Why Cycle with a Group?It's more FUN !?It encourages you to come out often and get healthy exercise without going to a gym.?Develop skills and gain through the experience of oth

10、ers.?Meet new and interesting people with a common interest in cycling.?Meet a fun-loving, energetic and different group of individuals who enjoy a healthy lifestyle.?Enjoy the outdoors experience with the companionship and security of a group.?Group atmosphere provides challenge to strong cyclists

11、and support and confidence to theFor more info on the EBTC:Phone the Club Hotline at 780-424-2453 (780-424-BIKE)E-mail: jprimeau edmontonbicycle. comMail us at :Edmonton Bicycle & Touring ClubP. O. Box 52018Garneau Postal Stn.Edmonton, AB T6G 2T5 Canada13. The aim of EBTC isA. to call for govern

12、ments to produce more bicycles.B. to make money by organizing bicycling trips.C. to popularize cycling by attracting more members.D. to look for young volunteers for sporting events.14. What's the advantage of cycling with a group?A. Participating in whatever events.B. Meeting more new people.C.

13、 Having bicycles free of charge.D. Enjoying discounts in a gym.15. Apart from the website, how many other ways can people gain information from EBTC?A. Two.B. Three.C. Four.D. Five.BCanadian short story writer Alice Munro won the Nobel Prize for Literature. Eighty-two-year-old Munro is only the 13th

14、 woman to win the 112-year-old prize.Munro didn ptublish her first collection of short stories until she was 37 years old, but her stories have always been well-received. Lots of her stories share similar themes and characters, but each story has its own twists and turns.Even though she wson Canada

15、msost famous literary award, the Giller Prize, twice, winning the NobelPrize for Literature is the cherry on top of Munro s career. “ It brings this incredible recognition, both ofher career, and of the dedication to the short story,erson. ” said one pAlong with the well- respected title comes 1.3 m

16、illion dollars. Munro said everything was“ so surwonderful ” and that she was “ confused by all the attention and affection that has been coming my way.Munro knew she was in the running she was named the second-most likely person to win this year s prizeafter Haruki Murakami （ 村上春树） of Japan but she

17、 never thought that she would win.Munro s win also represents the long way Canadian writers have come.“ When I besgaan writing therevery small community of Canadian writers and little attention was paid by the world. Now Canadian writers are read, admired and respected around the globe,” Munro said

18、on Thursday.She is technically not the first Canadian to win the Nobel Prize for Literature, but many like to think that she is. In 1976 Saul Bellow, who was born in Quebec but moved to Chicago when he was still a child, won the prize. Even though he was born in Canada, he is mostly considered to be

19、 an American writer.“ This is awin for us all. Canadians, by our very nature, are not very nationalistic,” said Geoffthings like this suddenly make you want to find a flag.”She wasn t sure if she would keep writing if she won the prize, saying that it would be ce to go out with a“bang. But this may

20、change my mind.”16. What is the feature of Munro s stories?A. They have their own complicated （ 复杂的 ） contents.B. They have similar story backgrounds.C. They have specific themes for children.D. They have the same characters in each book.17. For Munro, the Nobel Prize is an award for.A. her love for

21、 Canadian cultureB. her devotion to the short storyC. her special form of writingD. her career of editing short stories18. What is implied in the sixth paragraph?A. Canadian writers paid little attention to the prize.B. Canadian writers are just a small community.C. Canadian writers have long been i

22、gnored.D. Canadians have a long way to win the prize.19. What does the passage mainly tell us?A. How Alice Munro wins the Nobel Prize.B. An introduction to the Nobel Prize in Literature.C. Alice Munro wins the Nobel Prize in Literature.D. A world famous writer, Alice Munro.CSaturday was my husband&#

23、39;s birthday, but we spent most of the time in the car. We were driving to Phoenix for the weekend to celebrate his birthday and see the Warriors play the Suns.My husband is a lucky man. Not only has he lived to see another birthday, but he doesn't mind driving 200 miles to see an NBA basketbal

24、l game.In the car, his cellphone kept ringing with birthday greetings from family and friends. He put them all on the speakerphone so he could drive with both hands and I could listen in even though it wasn't my birthday.Meanwhile, on the CD player, the Reverend Al Green began to sing Love and H

25、appiness. A little good music makes a bad road better. Four hours later, we checked into a hotel, got dinner and sat out on a rooftop feeling glad to be alive.We had a great weekend. We ate too much, slept too little and the Warriors, well, they lost. But still, it was all worth the drive.On the way

26、 home, I started thinking about birthdays. In our family, we celebrate four in January, four in February, and all the others throughout the year. Mine is next week. If I'm lucky, like my husband, I'll get cards and calls and maybe a few videos. I don't need presents any more. When you

27、9;ve seen as many birthdays as I've seen, the only gift you truly want is to see one more.Birthdays are the mile markers on the road of life. They tell us how far we've come, but not how far we've yet to go. Life is a journey more than a destination. What matters is whom we choose as tra

28、veling companions, and how often we get to sit back and enjoy the ride.20. What helps to make their long drive to Phoenix better?A. The phone calls from their friends.B. The beautiful views along the road.C. The music played on their CD player.D. The desire to celebrate a nice birthday.21. What kind

29、 of birthday gift does the author really want?A. A live NBA game.B. A wish to live another year.C. Calls and cards from friends.D. Videos from friends and family.22. What is the major lesson that the author took from the journey?A. Taking a long drive is a great way to celebrate a birthday.B. A mean

30、ingful life is like a journey with a clear destination.C. People should learn to appreciate life together with their loved ones.D. People shouldn't rest on what they have but try to make new achievements.23. What could be the best title for this passage?A. A Birthday JourneyB. My Lucky HusbandC.

31、 Driving to See a Basketball GameD. Mile Markers on the Road of LifeDReading is the key to success. Apparently every successful person develops a passion for reading. This is because reading is a key element to obtain the information required to understand something. For instance: Lawyers have to st

32、udy and learn every established law on their specific branches. Sometimes the law changes according to people's needs. A good lawyer as to be informed with the latest news in the court. A doctor has to be informed of the latest advances in medicine.Reading is very important for all mankind. Ever

33、ything is relative in this world, especially reading. Reading can open many doors and it can lead you into a path of success. Studies have confirmed that reading to your unborn child is very good. This way your child will develop a passion for reading later on.How do you develop a passion for readin

34、g? There is only one way you can develop your passion for reading. Let me explain this to you. If you want to learn how to ride a bike, you have to get on the bike as many times as possible until you have learned. It works the same way with reading. lf you want to improve your reading, take a book a

35、nd read it all the way through. When you finish reading your first book, take another book and do the same. Try to read as much as you can. lf you are going out, grab a magazine, a book, an article or something to read.There is a very important factor behind the reading reading comprehension. It'

36、;s what makes you understand the meaning behind the text. Let's suppose that you read a document and you are supposed to explain the meaning of the document. How would you explain the document if you couldn't capture the message of the author?24. The first two paragraphs mainly talk about .A

37、. the key to successB. the importance of readingC. what reading comprehension isD. how to develop a passion for reading25. We can define reading comprehension as.A. a very important factor behind the readingB. a strong passion for readingC. the latest information in readingD. something that makes pe

38、ople understand what they read26. The author develops the passion mainly byA. presenting opinions and giving examples.B. following the natural time order.C. comparing the opinions of different people.D. presenting a cause and analyzing its effects.27. What do you suppose the paragraph following will

39、 talk about?A. Famous people who love reading.B. Ways to improve reading comprehension.C. The importance of reading at school.D. Popular reading websites.第二节：选句填空（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，选项中有两项为多余选项。How do you stay true to yourself when you' re surrounded by friends an

40、d/or family that have an opinion oneverything you do? It's not easy!28 Here are 4 tips which can help you live a dynamic life. 29Stay true to yourself by listening to the only opinions that really matter your own and those from people who believe in and encourage you. Deep down you know yourself

41、 better than anybody else. Don' t fear people30 The reason most people don ' t take risks, or live on the edge is the fear of what others mightthink of them. If you want to live the life you truly deserve, you must give up the need to be liked by everybody.Value yourself and your choicesWhen

42、 you do, others will too. Own the choices you make in your life. 31 When you believe in yourself, others will believe in you too. Show confidence in your choices, and what you stand for whether others agree or not.Focus on appreciationNo matter what the circumstances are, there is always something t

43、o be grateful for. All successful people ask:“What am I grateful for? How can I improve my situation and use these tough times to inspire others? 32These steps, if applied, will help you transform your peace of mind, lifestyle, and productivity.A. Focus on your own talents and strengths.B. Never let

44、 others' opinions guide your choices.C. Treat every person like they are important.D. When you doubt yourself, others will doubt you.E. Stay fearless in everything you will have to do.F. Be thankful to life and be helpful to others, and you' ll lead a successful life.G. However, there are gr

45、eat possibilities that you can lead the life you really want. 第三部分：语言知识及应用（共两节，满分 45分） 第一节：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、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。A twenty-three-year Dutch student has enjoyed a short but unexpected holiday in Dubai. Mr Frank Vreede, a business student,

46、had taken a part-time job at Schiphol Airport to help pay for his 33 He worked as a baggage handler.Last Friday night after a 34 day in the university library preparing for his final exams, Frank was 35 a plane at the airport. He was waiting for the next baggage truck to arrive and he felt tired. He

47、 decided tohave a 36 rest so he sat down in the hold of the plane and shut his eyes just for a moment.37, while he was sleeping, the plane took off. An hour later, Frank 38 and was shocked to discover that the plane was in the air. 39 was a terrible noise from the engines, and he tried not to 40. It

48、 wasdark, uncomfortable and very, very cold. Frank knew he could not 41 in the freezing temperatures. It was an impossible situation.He decided to make as much 42 as possible. He hit the ceiling of the baggage hold and shouted at the top of his voice. 43 a passenger heard the noise and called a flig

49、ht attendant, who immediatelyinformed the pilot. 44 he captain understood what was happening, he ordered hot air to be pumped into the hold.When the plane arrived at Dubai International Airport, an ambulance was waiting to take a very 45and frightened Mr Vreede to hospital. 46 examined him, but he w

50、as unhurt and was allowed to leave after a few hours 47 spread quickly about this “stowaway 'The managing Director of one of Dubai's top hotels offered him a free room for the weekend." He mdstocomewonteubai very much if he wasm getprepared to travel in the hold!48 俏 e MD." 49 been

51、 so kind," said Mr Vreede."I'm really enjoying my stay in Dubai and Iso I won't fall asleep on the job again.5 0 He ashis boss for sleepingat work51working,and promised it would not happen again.“Next time, I'll52atch aflight!"said Mr Vreede.33. A. businessB. studiesC. fli

52、ghtsD. exams34. A. tiringB. boringC. lazyD. sad35. A. boardingB. repairingC. loadingD. sweeping36. A. goodB. quietC. fullD. quick37. A. HoweverB. ThereforeC. BesidesD. Otherwise38. A. set upB. threw upC. woke upD. looked up39. A. ItB. ThereC. WhatD. That40. A. be sadB. be angryC. be nervousD. be sca

53、red41. A. keepB. surviveC. challengeD. involve42. A. senseB. progressC. fortuneD. noise43. A. LuckilyB. GenerallyC. ActuallyD. Usually44. A. UnlessB. ThoughC. OnceD. Since45. A. sleepyB. greedyC. hungryD. cold46. A. WorkersB. PassengersC. DoctorsD. Pilots47. A. DiseasesB. NewsC. FearD. Lies48. A. jo

54、kedB. criedC. whisperedD. replied49. A. Nobody'sB. Someone'sC. Everyone'sD. Anyone's50. A. appliedB. contributedC. apologizedD. appealed51. A. instead ofB. in spite ofC. in case ofD. except for52. A. localB. regularC. delayedD. cheap第二节：语法填空（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面材料，在空格处填入适当时内容（1个单

55、词）或括号内单词的正确形式。I can well remember that I was once asked to deliver a speech titled A Real Test in My Life before the whole class at the age of 9. You can imagine how 53 (terrible) shy I was the moment I thought of that with so many eyes 54 (fix) upon on me. I had no 55 (choose) but to prepare for it

56、, though. First of all, I was to draft the speech, which was just a piece of cake for me, a good writer. But the hardest part 56 (lie) in my oral presentation from my memory, for to read from the paper was not allowed. The realmoment began 57 I stood on the platform with my legs trembling and my min

57、d blank. But my_58 (listen) were waiting patiently without any signs of rushing me. Gradually I found59 back giving outmy speech with difficulty. After what seemed to be a hundred years, I found my audience applauding I made it!From then on my fear of talking before a big audience 60 （appear）. Actua

58、lly with my confidence building up, I now turned out to be a great speaker.Looking back, I know the greatest difficulty on our way 61 success is our fear. Overcome it 62 we will be able to achieve our goals.第四部分：词汇句型与写作（共三节满分50分）第一节词汇基础（共 10小题；每空1分，满分10分）根据下列各句句意及所给单词的首字母或汉语提示，写出该单词的正确形式。请在答案卷上写出完整的单回。63. Since more and more p