月考卷二参考答案
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)
1-5 CBCAB
第二节 (共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
6-10 AABCA 11-15 ACBAC 16-20 BCBCB
第二部分 阅读（共两节, 满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分,满分37.5分）
21-25 DACDC 26-30 BDBCD 31-35 DACAB
第二节（共5小题；每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分）
36-40 EGFDB
第三部分 语言运用 ( 共两节，满分30分 )
第一节 (共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
41-45 DCAAB 46-50 DBADB 51-55 CBACD
第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）
when 57. amazing 58. have survived 59. a 60. introduced 61.traditional 62. greatly 63of
64. details 65. attaching
第四部分 写作（共两节, 满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
Notice
Attention! With the theme of “my old school”, a Cinquain Creation Contest is to be held next month. Whoever shows interest in composing poetry is welcome to participate in it.
It is required that all works should be composed in the form of cinquain. Anything relevant to our school, like our beloved teachers, friendly classmates and beautiful campus, can be your inspirations. Besides, it is noteworthy that all works should be submitted to our office before July 15th and don’t forget to sign your name at the bottom of your works.
Looking forward to your participation!
The English Club
第二节（满分25分）
Inspired by his own life story, David decided to do something for that boy. He went to the woman, who immediately recognized him because she had read his books and seen his pictures. David started to chat with her. He told her that what she said to her boy was not appropriate. Then he told her about the encouragement he once got from Mrs. Brown. In the end, he said “I couldn’t have become a writer if I had believed I was good at nothing."
The mother was ashamed when she heard that. She realized that she shouldn’t have called her son a stupid boy, which would make him lose confidence in himself. So she said, “Thank you for your advice. I'll never say such things to him again. Instead, I'll find out what he ’s good at and encourage him." The woman then left with the boy. Looking at the back of the boy , David felt relieved, hoping his action could make some difference to the boy.
听力材料：
Text 1
M: I heard that you went to the movies with Johnson last night. Was the movie as good as you expected
W: I’d rather I had done my housework at home.
Text 2
W: What type of exercising are you interested in
M: I like snowkiting very much.
W: Really What’s that
M: It’s like snowboarding, you know, going down a mountain on a board, but you have a kite attached to, so you go even faster.
Text 3
W: Nicholas, I finally got my driver’s license. I can’t wait to buy my own car.
M: Wow! Congratulations! I’m a little worried that I will fail my driving test next month.
W: Take it easy! I believe you can do it well.
Text 4
W: Do you like eating carrots
M: Yes! They’re one of my favorite vegetables. I love eating them raw, and I often make carrot juice in the morning. What about you
W: I enjoy eating carrots, too. But I normally cook them.
Text 5
M: Hi, Kendra. I’m Tony, Student President of Class 4. Mr. Jones told me to help you on your first day here. Ready for science class
W: Yeah. It’s nice of you to help me. I’m a little lost. Who’s our teacher
M: It’s Ms. Green. And our class is right here.
Text 6
W: Work In the future Well, I think as companies get more computerized, they’re finding ways of using fewer workers.
M: Yeah. And more and more people will be working at home because of computers.
W: Wow, I’d really love that. Can you imagine spending most of your work week in the comfort of your own home
M: Personally, I would have freer timetable and get much more done. And with emails and phone calls you can still keep in touch with everyone you need to.
W: Well, I’m afraid I might just sit back and turn on the TV!
Text 7
W: You’re hungry, aren’t you
M: How can you tell
W: You have that look on your face like you’re about to get mad for no reason.
M: Yeah, it’s easy to lose your temper when you’re tired or hungry.
W: What happened to your sandwich
M: It’s still in the refrigerator at school. I never got to eat it.
W: What happened
M: The fire alarm went off. We all had to go out of the building and wait for an hour. We didn’t miss any classes because it was at noon, but we missed all of lunch.
W: Oh, no. Well, I made some cookies. Want one
M: Of course.
Text 8
W: Hello, Mr. Thompson. Miss Lennon said you wanted to speak to me.
M: Yes, Sarah. And your work is suffering. Is something on your mind
W: Yes, I do feel a little bit sad.
M: Why is that Is the schoolwork too hard for you or is there a problem at home
W: No, no... it’s Tony. Tony was my cat. He was lost last week. He was my best friend.
M: Oh, I’m sorry to hear that. I know how that feels—and getting a new cat doesn’t always help.
W: I couldn’t do that.
M: Sarah, I’m going to give you a little book to read. It’s called Coping with Loss, and it might help you deal with your feelings.
W: OK, and I will try to focus on my lessons.
Text 9
W: Thanks for driving me around.
M: Don’t mention it. I have time today, and I think it’s important that you find a good place.
W: It would be not easy for me to do it. I am not familiar with the city.
M: So what do you see in there
W: A flat with a view of the lake, next to a big supermarket, including electrical equipment and parking. A modern furnished kitchen, $470.
M: Can you afford that
W: No, I guess not. But that’s what I want.
M: Yes, a flat usually has one large room, a small bathroom and a small kitchen. So it’s good for one person.
W: This one. Two girls are seeking a fortable downtown apartment. Does this me an I have to share a room with them
M: No. It probably means they have a large apartment. Probably a living room, kitchen and three bedrooms. They need some one for the empty bedroom.
W: Sounds good to me. I really appreciate your help on this.
M: My pleasure. What are friends for anyway
Text 10
W: Good evening, everyone. If this is the first time for you to come to our library as a new student, let me tell you a bit about the services we offer here. The library has four reading rooms. On the first floor is the No. I Reading Room, which is for newspapers and magazines. On the second floor, on the left as you go up the stairs, is the No.2 Reading Room, which has books written in foreign languages.
Immediately above it on the third floor is the No. 4 Reading Room, for works in Chinese. The No.3 Reading Room on the second floor is for the use of teachers and graduate students. There is also a Reference Materials Center on the third floor which is for teachers only. Each student is given five library cards for borrowing books and one for magazines. Of the five cards for books, only one can be used to borrow works of history. Books can be kept for up to a month and magazines for two weeks.
1 / 4月考卷二
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）
1．What does the woman think of the movie
A．Exciting. B．Relaxing. C．Disappointing.
2．What exercise is the man interested in
A．Flying kites. B．Snowkiting. C．Snowboarding.
3．What will the man do next month
A．Buy a car. B．Fix his car. C．Take a driving test.
4．How does the woman normally eat carrots
A．She cooks them. B．She eats them raw. C．She makes juice out of them.
5．What is the probable relationship between the speakers
A．Coworkers. B．Classmates. C．Neighbors.
第二节 （共15小题；每小题1.5分，满分22.5分）
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6．What are the speakers talking about
A．The future way of working.
B．How to find a satisfying job.
C．The development of computers.
7．What does the man mean
A．He would get much more done at home.
B．Working at home may not be for him.
C．He would like to watch TV at home.
听第7段材料，回答第8至10题。
8．What happened to the man
A．He missed all of his classes.
B．He didn’t eat his sandwich at noon.
C．He forgot to take his lunch to school.
9．What is the man probably
A．A firefighter. B．A cook. C．A student.
10．Where does the conversation probably take place
A．At home. B．In the hospital. C．In the restaurant.
听第8段材料，回答第11至13题。
11．Why does Sarah feel sad
A．She has lost her cat.
B．She has quarreled with her friend.
C．The schoolwork is so hard for her.
12．What does Mr. Thompson advise Sarah to do
A．Get a new cat. B．Look for Tony. C．Read a book.
13．What does Sarah promise to do
A．Get home early. B．Focus on her lessons. C．Talk to Miss Lennon.
听第9段材料，回答第14至16题。
14．Why does the woman say thanks to the man
A．He is driving her around.
B．He introduced a friend to her.
C．He recommended a job to her.
15．What do we know about the first flat
A．It is far from the supermarket.
B．It has an old-fashioned kitchen.
C．It is unaffordable for the woman.
16．What do the two girls most probably want to do
A．Sell their apartment.
B．Look for a roommate.
C．Share a room with the woman.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17．What can the students read in the No.1 Reading Room
A．Books in Chinese . B．Books in foreign languages. C．Newspapers and magazines.
18．Where is the No.3 Reading Room
A．On the first floor. B．On the second floor. C．On the third floor.
19．Which is for teachers only
A．The No.2 Reading Room. B．The No.4 Reading Room. C．The Reference Materials Center.
20．How long can the students keep the books
A．For two weeks. B．For a month. C．For five weeks.
第二部分 阅读（共两节，满分50分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C和D四个选项中，选出最佳选项。
A
Four best thrift stores（旧货商店）in New York
El Barrio Thrift Store
Address: 2123 2nd Ave, NY
Opening Hours:
10:30 am—5:30 pm, Mon.—Fri.;12:30 pm—5:30 pm, Sat.; Closed——Sun.
If you’re looking for furniture or items to decorate your home or office, this is absolutely the place for you. It’s a great thrift shop to stop in while you’re hunting for vintage（老式的）treasures. You will always be surprised at some of the amazing things it offers, so make sure you stop by to have a look!
L Train Vintage
Address: Multiple Locations
Opening Hours: 12:00 pm—7:00 pm, every day
This is a cool family-owned vintage brand popular with vintage shoppers since its opening in 1999. You can always find well-priced outerwear（外套）and sweaters, so it’s a good choice to visit the store when winter is approaching. You can usually find all sizes there, which makes it the perfect place for anyone to check out!
Cure Thrift Shop
Address: 91 3rd Ave, NY
Opening Hours: 11:00 am—9:00 pm, every day
This is one of those great thrift stores in New York for a good cause-profits benefit diabetes research. It’s a surprising place to shop for secondhand clothing, household items, and even furniture. Prices can be a bit higher than those in some other thrift stores, but there are lots of deals if you know what you’re looking for!
Beacon’s Closet
Address: Multiple Locations
Opening Hours: 11:00 am—8:00 pm, every day
Beacon’s Closet is an amazing establishment with locations in Manhattan and Brooklyn, and is another one that supports charities and gives back. You can buy, sell, and even exchange cool vintage pieces. It has everything you can imagine, including some famous brand names, so you’ll definitely find something that you fall in love with.
21. When can you make a purchase at El Barrio Thrift Store
A.6:00 pm on Tuesday. B.11:00 am on Saturday.
C.10:30 am on Sunday. D.1:00 pm on Saturday.
22. Where can customers head if they expect to give their vintage items in exchange for other ones
A. Beacon’s Closet. B. Cure Thrift Shop.
C. L Train Vintage. D. El Barrio Thrift Store.
23. How are El Barrio Thrift Store and Cure Thrift Shop similar to each other
A. They mainly sell brand-name products.
B. They are two chain stores in New York.
C. They both sell objects for houses or offices.
D. They are both supporters of a kind of research.
B
Every April I am troubled by the same concern that spring might not occur this year. The landscape looks dull, with hills, sky and forest appearing grey. My spirits ebb, as they did during an April snowfall when I first came to Maine. “Just wait,” a neighbour advised. “You’ll wake up one morning and spring will just be here.”
And look, on 3 May that year I awoke to a green so amazing as to be almost electric, as if spring were simply a matter of flipping a switch. Hills, sky and forest revealed their purples, blues and greens. Leaves had unfolded and daffodils were fighting their way heavenward.
Then there was the old apple tree. It sits on an undeveloped lot in my neighbourhood. It belongs to no one and therefore to everyone. The tree’s dark twisted branches stretch out in unpruned(未经修剪的) abandon. Each spring it blossoms so freely that the air becomes filled with the scent of apple.
Until last year, I thought I was the only one aware of this tree. And then one day, in a bit of spring madness, I set out to remove a few disorderly branches. No sooner had I arrived under the tree than neighbours opened their windows and stepped onto their porches(门廊；走廊). These were people I barely knew and seldom spoke to, but it was as if I had come uninvited into their personal gardens.
My mobile-home neighbour was the first to speak. “You’re not cutting it down, are you ” she asked anxiously. Another neighbour frowned as I cut off a branch. “Don’t kill it, now,” he warned. Soon half the neighbourhood had joined me under the apple tree. It struck me that I had lived there for five years and only now was learning these people’s names, what they did for a living and how they passed the winter. It was as if the old apple tree was gathering us under its branches for the purpose of both acquaintanceship (相识的人/熟人)and shared wonder. I couldn’t help recalling Robert Frost’s words:
The trees that have it in their pent-up(被压抑的) buds
To darken nature and be summer woods
One thaw(解冻/关系的缓和) led to another. Just the other day I saw one of my neighbours at the local store. He remarked how this recent winter had been especially long and complained of not having seen or spoken at length to anyone in our neighbourhood. And then, he looked at me and said, “We need to prune(修剪) that apple tree again.”
24. By saying that “my spirits ebb” in paragraph 1, the author means that __________.
A. he feels relieved B. he is tired
C. he is surprised D. he feels blue
25. The apple tree mentioned in the passage is most likely to __________.
A. be appealing only to the author
B. have been abandoned by its original owner
C. be regarded as a delight in the neighbourhood
D. have been neglected by everyone in the community
26. According to paragraph 4, why did the neighbours open their windows and step onto their porches
A. They wanted to get to know the author.
B. They were concerned about the safety of the tree.
C. They wanted to prevent the author from pruning the tree.
D. They were surprised that someone unknown was pruning the tree.
27. It can be inferred that the author’s neighbour mentioned in the last paragraph most cared about __________.
A. when spring would arrive B. how to pass the long winter
C. the pruning of the apple tree D. the neighbourhood gathering
C
Reading can be a social activity. Think of the people who belong to book groups. They choose books to read and then meet to discuss them. Now, the website Book turns the page on the traditional idea of a book group.
Members go on the site and register (登记) the books they own and would like to share. Book Crossing provides an identification number (识别码) to stick inside the book. Then the person leaves it in a public place, hoping that the book will have an adventure, traveling far and wide with each new reader who finds it.
Bruce Pederson, the managing director of Book Crossing, says, “The two things that change your life are the people you meet and books you read. Book Crossing combines both.”
Members leave books on park benches and buses, in train stations and coffee shops. Whoever finds their book will go to the site and record where they found it.
People who find a book can also leave a journal entry describing what they thought of it. E— mails are then sent to the BookCrossers to keep them updated about where their books have been found. Bruce Pederson says the idea is for people not to be selfish by keeping a book to gather dust on a shelf at home.
Book Crossing is part of a trend (趋势) among people who want to get back to the “real” and not the virtual (虚拟).The site now has more than one million members in more than one hundred thirty—five countries.
28. Why does the author mention book groups in the first paragraph
A. To explain what they are. B. To introduce Book Crossing.
C. To stress the importance of reading. D. To encourage readers to share their ideas.
29. What does the underlined word “it” in Paragraph 2 refer to
A. An adventure. B. A public place.
C. The book. D. The identification number.
30. What will a Book Crosser do with a book after reading it
A. Keep it safe in his bookcase. B. Mail it back to its owner.
CMeet other readers to discuss it. D. Pass it on to another reader.
31. What’s people’s attitude towards “Book Crossing”
A. Negative B. indifferent C. Doubtful D. favorable
D
Not unlike the wings of airplanes, the blades（叶片） of wind turbines（涡轮机） need to be kept ice-free in order to function properly. Scientists have now developed an inexpensive method of using drones（无人机） to apply an eco-friendly anti-icing coating(涂层) to those blades.
If too much ice builds up on wind turbine blades, they will turn more slowly, producing less energy. What’s more, if an equal amount of ice isn’t present on all three blades, the turbine’s balance may be thrown off, leading to increased wear and possibly even disastrous failure.
There are anti-icing heating systems that can be built into the blades, but these may be beyond the financial means of many wind farm（风电场） operators. The same can be said for using helicopters to apply ice-prevention chemicals.
Seeking a more economical but still effective alternative, scientists from two branches of Germany’s Fraunhofer research group recently started looking to drones. The research project is known as “TURBO: Temporary coating by means of drones—Icing protection of wind turbines as a case study”.
In the current version of the resulting system, a hexacopter drone is equipped with a small pump that delivers anti-icing liquid. The liquid is sprayed（喷洒） at high pressure—which is just 0．3 mm wide—producing tiny droplets with a diameter of 100 micrometers.
Using this setup, the drone has successfully been used to apply coatings of the droplets onto the edges of wind turbine blades, even at wind speeds of up to 35 km/h（22 mph）. Once solidified（固化/凝固）, those coatings prevent ice formation for several weeks before a fresh coating is applied.
The scientists are now seeking industry partners to help commercialize9(商业化) the TURBO technology. It could also find use in the maintenance(维护) of power lines, the upper levels of tall buildings, or other things that are difficult to reach by conventional means.
32．What is paragraph 2 mainly about
A．Problems caused by icing. B．The process of ice formation.
C．Disasters brought about by drones. D．The function of wind turbines.
33．Which word can best describe anti-icing heating systems
A．Ineffective. B．Unnecessary. C．Expensive. D．Dangerous.
34．What can we learn about the TURBO technology from the last paragraph
A．It has a wider range of applications.
B．It is a relatively traditional approach.
C．It can solve the problem once and for all（一劳永逸）.
D．It is more costly than using ice-prevention chemicals.
35．What is the best title for the text
A．The Advantages of Using Wind Energy B．Drones Protect Wind Turbines From Icing
C．Wind Turbines Remove Ice on Their Own D．A Major Breakthrough in Drone Technology
第二节(共5小题;每小题2.5分，满分12.5分)
阅读下面短文，从短文后的选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
How to be more productive in your first hour of work
After you grab a coffee, chat with your co-workers and scan your emails, the first hour of your workday has blown by. ____36____.
Have breakfast before work
___37___. Sitting in front of the computer with food and coffee make you more likely to surf blogs and social media instead of jumping to important tasks. You can’t really work when you’ve got a spoon in hand and are constantly reaching for something.
Make the right to-do list
Most people write to-do lists with easy tasks on top so they can feel good about crossing those items off. ___38____. Instead, organize your list with long-term goals on top to remind you of what’s most important, and daily goals at the bottom to plan how you’ll reach them. Daily tasks should be specific, measurable achievable, realistic and have a timetable.
____39____
Instead of scanning through your email or social media, figure out what’s challenging you the most. Ideally, tackle the thing that most has your attention. Often it’s the thing that’s most bothering you, Getting that stressor out of the way will make you more relaxed throughout the day.
Set a timer
Force yourself to stay in the zone by setting strict periods of uninterrupted work, Setting a 50-minute timer will give a long enough period to get into the zone and make progress in your work before taking a 10-minute break, ____40____, but a separate kitchen timer or hourglass(沙漏) are recommended for a visual reminder that keeps your hands away from the distraction of your phone notifications(通知/告示).
A. Remind yourself of the big picture
B. Most phones have built-in stopwatches
C. Here are some ways to keep you energetic
D. Start with the task that you think about most
E. Here’s the recipe for a more productive morning
F. But this method helps self-esteem(自尊), not productivity
G. Don’t wait until you get to the office to have your morning yoghurt
第三部分 语言运用（共两节，满分30分）
第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
I was then in my early twenties. Even though I was armed with a degree in Education, finding a ___41___ teaching job was not easy. I had to try some temporary ones.
This year, when a golden opportunity ___42___ to teach 5th grade students in a local school. I ___43___ it and took things seriously. I ___44___ myself with lesson plans, taught with enthusiasm, and stayed ___45___ with the students. I had no hesitation in ___46___ the kids when they got the answer right, and encouraged them if they didn’t.
One day when the kids were ___47___, a girl approached and handed me a ___48___ before she went home. On it was a lovely drawing full of childlike wonder, ___49___ by the words, “You are the best teacher I have ever had!” It really amazed me that one of my kind comments had ___50___ that girl’s heart greatly. I took that note home and ___51___ put it in a folder, looking on it as a ___52___ because it was very important. Anytime I was feeling down I would look at it and it proved to be a ___53___ .
That experience showed me the __54___ of just a single kind word. It encouraged me to continue to try my best each day to ___55___ love and kindness through my words and actions. Wish the same for others.
41. A. first-rate B. well-paid C. labor-saving D. full-time
42. A. escaped B. demanded C. arose D. arranged
43. A. jumped at B. thought about C. waited for D. dreamt of
44. A. occupied B. amused C. concerned D. contented
45. A. familiar B. positive C. strict D. consistent
46. A. evaluating B. supporting C. instructing D. congratulating
47. A. graded B. dismissed C. tested D. taught
48. A. note B. gift C. parcel D. book
49. A. judged B. indicated C. emphasized D. accompanied
50. A. hardened B. touched C. broken D. gladdened
51. A. simply B. casually C. carefully D. eagerly
52. A. reminder B. treasure C. proof D. secret
53. A. comfort B. fortune C. fantasy D. privilege
54. A. target B. application C. power D. principle
55. A. clarify B. find C. feel D. spread
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。
Ancient Chinese paintings can be traced back to as early as 5, 000 to 6, 000 years ago, ____56____ people began to use minerals to draw simple pictures, such as animals, plants, and even human beings, on rocks. They also produced drawings of ___57____ (amaze) designs and decorations on the surface of containers. However, only a few of the works ____58____ (survive) so far. The earliest drawings that have been preserved till today were produced on paper and silk, which were burial articles with ____59____ history of over 2, 000 years.
Chinese paintings fall into several categories, such as figure paintings, landscapes, and flower-and-bird paintings. European paintings, 60 (introduce) into China in 17th century, were called “Western paintings”, and the61 (tradition) local works a called “the Chinese paintings”.
As the representative of Eastern paintings, Chinese paintings 62 (great) differ from the Western paintings in terms 63 contents, forms, and styles.
Chinese paintings can be divided into two styles: colored paintings and water-ink paintings. Colored paintings pay close attention to64 (detail) and fine brushwork. On the contrary, water-ink paintings are supposed to pursue spiritual likeness, instead of65 (attach) much importance to the realistic subjects.
第四部分 写作（共两节, 满分40分）
第一节（满分15分）
假定你是校英语社社长李华，社团将在下个月举办主题为“我的母校”（My old school）的英语五行诗(cinquain) 创作大赛，请你写一则通知，内容包括：
活动主题与形式：
作品内容、投稿方式及截止日期。
3. 字数80左右；可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
4.请在答题卡的相应位置作答。
Notice
the English Club
第二节（满分25分）
阅读下面的材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头续写两段，使之成为一篇完整的短文。
Last Saturday David was taking a walk in the park near his home when he noticed a woman with a boy of about eight years old. When David passed them, he heard the woman yelling:“How stupid you are! You're good at nothing.”David stopped and looked at the little boy. The boy said nothing. He just stood there, looking upset.
David was reminded of his English teacher Mrs.Brown in middle school. After he entered middle school David lacked self-confidence because he was often made fun of by others. He was often told that he was good at nothing, which David believed.
But one day it all changed. That day, in an English writing class, Mrs. Brown asked them to read a novel. They were asked to write a new chapter of the novel after they finished reading it. A few days later,David handed in his story. He didn't give it much thought. But the next day to his surprise, the comment “ well done"from Mrs. Brown came into view the moment he turned to the page where the story was written. When David read that, he almost burst into tears. He had never expected to be praised. He suddenly gained some self-confidence.
That day after he returned home , he wrote another short story and gave it to Mrs.Brown the next morning. And again he was praised. David became very interested in writing. He often wrote short stories and asked Mrs. Brown to read them and correct them for him. Mrs. Brown always gave him good advice to improve them. One year later, David joined the school newspaper and became an editor of it. He gained his confidence and was hopeful about his future.
He succeeded in entering college and kept writing. Several years after graduating from college, he had his first book published, becoming famous as a writer in his country. And he owed his success to Mrs.Brown's encouragement. Without her encouragement, his life might be very different now.
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Inspired by his own life story, David decided to do something for that boy.
The mother was ashamed when she heard that.
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