2019-2020学年高二英语上学期开学考试试题.doc

2019-2020学年高二英语上学期开学考试试题第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）第一节（共5小题；每小题1.5分，满分7.5分）请听下面5段对话，选出最佳选项。1. What are the speakers talking about?A. A photo. B. A camera. C. A drawing.2. What is the woman probably doing?A. Buying fruits. B. Cleaning her house. C. Looking for a shop.3. What does the man plan to do during the summer holiday?A. Save some money. B. Finish his work. C. Go on a trip.4. What sport does the man like best?A. Swimming. B Skating. C Tennis.5. Why cant the woman go to the party?A. She is sick. B. She is tired. C. She is busy.第二节（共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）请听下面5段对话或独白，选出最佳选项。请听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。6. Who are in the photo?A. The womans friends. B. The womans colleagues. C. The womans family.7. What does John do?A. A teacher. B. A doctor. C. A student.请听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。8. What does the woman think of her last job?A. Boring. B. Low-paid. C. Difficult.9. What does the woman like best about her new job?A. Money. B Training. C Travel time.请听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。10. How long will the man be away?A. Four days. B. Six days. C. Eight days.11. Where is the man now?A. In France. B. In England. C. In America.12. How will the man pay?A. By cheque. B. In cash. C. By card.请听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。13. What does the Sunshine Hotel have?A. A cinema B A gym C. A playing area.14. Where can people get instruction programs in water sports?A .In the Sunshine Hotel. B. In the Rose Hotel C. In the Highland Hotel15. What can people do in the Royal Hotel for free?A. Surf the Internet B. See a film C. Play golf.16. Why does the man choose the Rose Hotel?A Its suitable for kids B. It has a meeting room. C. Its relaxing请听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17. When does Tim leave for work?A. At 6:15. B. At 7:00. C. At 7:1518. How often does Tim go to work a week?A. Twice B. Three times C. Four times19. What does Tim usually have for lunch?A. Coffee and toast. B. Tea and porridge C. Cheese and tomato sandwiches20. What do we know about Tim?A. He drives trains B. He is unmarried C. He works evenings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A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。 In 1812，the year Charles Dickens was born，there were 66 novels published in BritainPeople had been writing novels for a century-most experts date the first novel to Robinson Crusoe in 1719- but nobody wanted to do it professionallyThe steam-powered printing press was still in its early stages；the literacy（识字）rate in England was under 50%Many works of fiction appeared without the names of the authors，often with something like “By a lady” Novels, for the most part, were looked upon as silly, immoral or just plain bad In 1870, when Dickens died, the world mourned him as its first professional writer and publisher，famous and beloved, who had led an explosion in both the publication of novels and their readership and whose charactersfrom Oliver Twist to Tiny Timwere held up as moral touchstones. Today Dickens greatness is unchallengedRemoving him from the pantheon （名人堂）of English literature would make about as much sense as the Louvre selling off the Mona Lisa How did Dickens get to the top? For all the feelings readers attach to stories, literature is a numbers game, and the test of time is extremely difficult to pass. Some 60,000 novels were published during the Victorian age, from 1837 to 1901; today a casual reader might be able to name a halfdozen of them. Its partly true that Dickens style of writing attracted audiences from all walks of life. Its partly that his writings rode a wave of social, political and scientific progress. But its also that he rewrote the culture of literature and put himself al the center. No one will ever know what mix of talent, ambition, energy and luck made Dickens such a distinguished writer. But as the 200th anniversary of his birth approaches, it is possibleand important for our own cultureto understand how he made himself a lasting one21.Which of the following best describes British novels in the 18th century？A.They were difficult to understandB.They were popular among the richC.They were seen as nearly worthlessD.They were written mostly by women22. Dickens is pared with the Mona Lisa in the text to stress _A.his reputation in FranceB.his interest in modern artC.his success in publicationD.his importance in literature23.What is the authors purpose in writing the text?A.To remember a great writerB.To introduce an English novelC.To encourage studies on cultureD.To promote values of the Victorian ageBFour Wild Animal Species Were EndangeredMaybe you can still see them at the zoo. But that doesnt mean theyre doing alright in the wild.Tigers All six tiger species are endangered, with Suatran tigers and South China tigers at a seriously endangered status. The main reasons for their population decline are illegal hunting and destroyed habitats, as humans clear forests to gather timber and build roadways. Only about 3890 tigers presently live in the wild.Ground squirrels Thats right, even squirrels are endangered, specifically the San Joaquin ground squirrel. Native to California, USA, these guys have been disappearing since 1979 on account of the construction and human developments going through their habitat. Their total population is unknown, but it could be anywhere between 124000 and 4130000.Giraffes The International Union for the Conservation of Nature recently put giraffes at a vulnerable status, the level just before endangered. The giraffe population has declined 40 percent in the last 30 years, primarily due to loss of habitat and illegal hunting. Some giraffes are killed just for their tails, which are considered status symbols in Africa.Asian elephants The main threat to Asian elephants, one of the most intelligent animals, is their shrinking habitat. As the human population grows, people invade their land to build roads and railway tracks. Elephants in Myanmar are at an especially high risk for being captured and traded or used illegally in the tourist industry. Fewer than 50000 are left on the entire continent.24.Why is the population of tigers being smaller?A.People hunt illegally and destroy their living spots.B.It is difficult for tigers to fit in with their environment.C.The forests are not suitable for their living.D.The tigers are a threat to the residents nearby.25.Whats the main reason why some animals are in danger according to the passage?A.Climate changes.B.Human activities.C.Lack of food.D.Serious pollution.26.The tails of _ are regarded as status symbols in Africa.A.tigersB.ground squirrelsC.giraffesD.Asian elephants27.What can we infer from the passage?A.The giraffe population has increased greatly in the last 30 years.B.The number of squirrels is between 124000 and 4130000.C.Elephants in Myanmar are pletely caught and even killed.D.The present situation of endangered animals is worrying.COn a Friday night, a poor young artist stood at the gate of the New York railway station, playing his violin. The music was so great that many people stopped to put some money into the hat of the young man.The next day, the young artist came to the same place, and put his hat on the ground gracefully. Different from the day before, he took out a large piece of paper and laid it under his hat. Then he began to play the violin. It sounded more pleasant than ever.Soon he was surrounded with people who were attracted by the words on that paper. It said, “Last night, a gentleman named George Sang put an important thing into my hat by mistake. Please e to claim（认领）it soon.”After about half an hour, a middle-aged man rushed through the crowd to the violinist and said, “Yes, its you. I knew that you were an honest man and would certainly e here.” The young violinist asked calmly, “Are you Mr. George Sang?” The man nodded. The violinist asked, “Did you lose something?” “Its a lottery ticket（彩票）,” said the man. The violinist took out a lottery ticket on which George Sangs name was seen. “Is it?” he asked. George nodded and took the lottery ticket and kissed it, then danced with the violinist.The violinist was a student at an arts college and had planned to attend advanced studies in Vienna. Later his classmate asked the violinist, “At that time you needed money to pay the tuition （学费）and you had to play the violin in the railway station every day to make money. Why didnt you keep the lottery ticket for yourself?” The violinist said, “Although I dont have much money, I live happily. But if I lose honesty I wont be happy forever.”Through our lives, we can gain a lot and lose so much. But being honest should always be with us.28.What did the young artist do at the railway station on Friday?A.He walked around the New York railway station.B.He waited for the train to Vienna.C.He came to buy a train ticket to Vienna.D.He played the violin to make some money.29. Which of the following statements is true according to the words on the paper?A.The hat belonged to George Sang.B.The young artist needed George Sangs advice.C.George Sang had lost something important.D.The young artist wanted some money from George Sang.30. From this article, we can learn that _.A.being honest is very important to usB.playing the violin can make you honestC.its acceptable to keep the lottery if you find oneD.we should share something valuable with others DAre you an optimist? Do you look at your glass and see it as half full? Do you believe that every cloud has a silver lining and that generally things turn out for the best? Do you believe that if something is meant to be, it will be? If you reply “yes” to all of these questions, then you are an optimist. You probably are enthusiastic, cheerful and outgoing. You may well be successful at work and in love.But you may be misguided because things dont turn out for the best. You may believe that when one door closes another one opens (For example, you may fail to land a new job, but another chance will e around soon). Wrong. When one door closes, another door slams in your face. Thats bitter reality.Now a book has been published which confirms what we pessimists(悲观者) have suspected all along. Its called The Positive Power of Defensive Pessimism. Its author argues that defensive pessimism can lead to positive results. Defensive pessimism is a strategy used to manage fear, anxiety and worry. Defensive pessimists prepare for things by setting low outes for themselves. They carefully consider everything that may go wrong and plan for ways to handle these problems. And this gives them a sense of control. Lawrence Sanno, a psychology professor, says, “Whats interesting about defensive pessimists is that they tend to be very successful people, so their low opinion of the situations outes is not realistic. They useitto motivate themselves to perform better.”So far, so good.This is not rocket science. Defensive pessimists prepare carefully and consider what might go wrong, whether at work, on a date or even in a sports game. It makes sense to have a backup plan. There are many sayings in English urging caution. For example, “Dont put all your eggs in one basket”, and “Dont count your chickens until they hatch.” To have a confident and optimistic approach to lifes problems is good. But listen to what Woody Alien, the American edian says, “Confidence is what you have before you understand the problem.”There are pros and cons to being an optimist and a pessimist. Dont feel bad if you see the glass half empty. You are a realist. But lighten up and hook up with someone who sees the same glass half full.31.What is the passage mainly about?A.A book that has recently been published.B.The dangers of being too optimistic.C.How to bee successful in life.D.The benefits of defensive pessimism.32.The underlined word “it” in Paragraph 3 refers to_.A.the final outeB.peoples motivationC.their low opinionD.their performance33.The underlined sentence “This is not rocket science.” in Paragraph 4 means _.A.the cost is not so highB.there is no real proofC.its not a dangerous thing to doD.it is quite simple to understand34.The writer would probably describe himself as_.A.an optimistB.a scientistC.a defeatistD.a realist35. Which of the following English expressions would be a defensive pessimist believe?A.Every cloud has a silver lining.B.Dont put all your eggs in one basket.C.Whatever will be, will be.D.The glass is half full not half empty.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的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。Are Your Clothes Causing Pollution? Very small pieces of plastic, called microfibers, are polluting rivers and oceans.（36）_Clothes worn for outdoor activities and exercise are often made of artificial material, which is useful in keeping warm. But they contain very small plastic fibers, which may also be harming the environment when you wash them. When people wash these clothes, very small pieces go down the drain （下水道） with the wash water（37）_Pollution caused by plastic is not new，but recent studies have shown the effect of microfibers in the environmentStudies show very small microfibers are ending up in our waters，which may e from waste water treatment factoriesA xx study found them in fish from CaliforniaMicrofibers, effect on food suppliesBeyond the waterways，the researchers say microfibers may end up in soil and agricultural lands（38）_This means there is much to be learned about microfibers and the environmentSome studies have shown that microfibers end up inside sea animals，like oysters（39）_Researchers say that the fibers tend not to move into the tissue of the fish，but it needs more studySteps to save or keep microfibers from the environmentUntil more information bees known，there are steps to take to reduce the amount of microfibers in the environmentPeople should use less of the artificial materialsIf we already have those in our lives and were using them，an important step would be washing them less （40）_A bag is being designed in which to wash these clothesIt traps the microfibers in the bag and it may be available for purchase soonANew technology may also helpBStudies on microfibers in the environmentCThey can also move around the atmosphereDStudies on how much of the microfibers is releasedEThe source of these microfibers may surprise you: your clothesFWashing machines keep microfibers from escaping with wash waterG . So if these microfibers have been found in fish and seafood, are they safe to eat?第三部分：语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）“Always” and “never”, two words opposite in meaning, tend to characterize the vocabulary of black and white thinkers. Black and white thinking means seeing the world in terms of _41_. If things arent _42_, then black and white thinkers feel terrible. What a _43_ way to live! In real life, situations are almost always shades of _44_, not absolute black or white. Black and white thinking _45_ to exacerbate（加剧）depression, conflicts in marriage, anxiety and many other everyday _46_. Give yourself and the ones you love a break and _47_ the beauty of shades of gray.When small children are learning to use words and organize their thoughts, it is _48_ for them to see and _49_ their world in very black and white terms. When young children feel they are not _50_, they think they _51_ be hated. When a child feels his/her parents dont pay _52attention to him/her, that child will say, “You never pay attention to me.” Developmental psychologists _53_ this “primitive thinking”._54_, adults often regress（倒退） to primitive thinking. Adults tend to regress to primitive thinking _55they have a hard _56_ and feel frustrated by their own emotions. A regression is a slipping back from mature thinking to immature thinking.If you learn to _57_ the gray thinking in the difficult experiences you encounter in your life, you will be _58equipped to e out on top. Regression is not the only conclusion when you feel stressed, angry and confused. You can start to recognize when you are 59_ to black and white thinking, and then make the choice to get rid of those extreme thoughts in favor of _60_ living.41. A.definitionsB.impressionsC.extremesD.influences42. A.beautifulB.perfectC.amazingD.lively43. A.difficultB.simpleC.singleD.noble44. A.redB.pinkC.blueD.gray45. A.appealsB.tendsC.aimsD.plans46. .concernsB.emotionsC.problemsD.experiences47. A.discoverB.inventC.createD.design48. A.strangeB.hardC.impossibleD.normal49. A.recallB.enjoyC.informD.express50. A.protectedB.lovedC.injuredD.guided51. A.mightB.couldC.mustD.should52. A.enoughB.littleC.pureD.positive53. A.determineB.weighC.nameD.react54. A.GraduallyB.FinallyC.UnfortunatelyD.Immediately55. A.whenB.whereC.howD.why56. A.routineB.choiceC.timeD.imagination57. A.organizeB.arrangeC.recognizeD.observe58. A.worseB.moreC.lessD.better59. A.giving awayB.giving inC.giving backD.giving out60. A.wealthyB.longC.darkD.healthy第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。 Good morning, boys and girls. Im here today to share a good story with you. It is a true story about a poor boy,61._(name) William Smith, had only one dollar left. He was so hungry62._he decided to beg for a meal at the next house. A lovely young woman opened the door. She thought he looked hungry and63._(bring) him a large glass of milk. He drank it64._(slow), and then asked, “How much do I owe you?” “You dont owe me anything.” She replied. “Mother has taught me never to accept pay for a65._(kind).” As William Smith left that house, he felt much66._(strong) physically and mentally.Years later, the young woman became seriously ill and67._(send) to a big hospital. Dr. William Smith, now famous, was called in for the consultation (咨询). He recognized her at once and was determined to try his best68._(save) her life.After a long struggle, the battle was won. But the woman had to pay a lot of money69._the treatment. Dr. Smith, then requested the business office to pass the final bill to him for approval. He looked at it and then wrote something on it. The bill was sent to her room. She opened it, and found a note on the side of70._bill in surprise, which read: “Paid in full with a glass of milk, (signed) Dr. William Smith.”第四部分：写作（共两节，满分35分）第一节：短文改错（共10小题，每小题1分，满分10分）假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号()，并在其下面写出该加的词。删除：把多余的词用斜线()划掉。修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。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。Three years ago I was admitted to an ordinary school. Disappointing as I felt at the poorly-equipped classroom, I found the teachers patient and considerately. Whats more, I was very fond in the friendly atmosphere in class. I was determined to make best of it. I worked hard and get along well with my teachers and classmates. Whenever I had difficulties, they were always ready to helping me out. Soon, I became one of the top student in my class, which made me to bee confident and motivated.What I experienced in