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英语 第2页（共2页）
英语 第1页（共2页）Travelling around第二单元期末复习过关模拟检测卷
第一部分 听力略
第二部分 阅读理解(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、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Five Places Well Worth Visiting
1.Turkey’s Pamukkale
Turkey can offer you not only the numerous seas it is surrounded by.Here you can see the wonderful hot springs of Pamukkale.The view is breathtaking both by day and at night.It is very likely that you have never been or heard of the site.Do visit it at least once to see its fantastic beauty and charm.
2.Arizona’s Coyote Buttes
Arizona is known to tourists mainly for its Grand Canyon.But this is not its only pride.The state has another wonderful place—Coyote Buttes that is not less amazing and unique.Travelling there can be compared to travelling to the ancient times,those times when these sand dunes were created by nature itself.
3.Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda
The wealthy know a special place to relax.That’s Costa Smeralda by the Mediterranean Sea.Here the European elite hold sailing races,sunbathe and swim.One of the few places where troubles melt like lemon drops and you feel like in heaven surrounded by snow white beaches and yachts.
4.Providence Canyon in Georgia
The state of Georgia invites the most curious of us to visit Providence Canyon.You can hardly find any sign of water in sight;however,the place is one of the most amazing on the planet.The rocky walls of bright shades of red,tanned sands and wild plants turn the site into a surreal world of its own.
5.Lencois Maranhenses National Park in Brazil
Who would ever think that such a place would exist on earth The nature here shows all its incredible skills in creating fascinating scenery that is hard to imagine or describe.The territory is stripped with white sand dunes and emerald lakes.Visiting it is every tourist’s dream.
21.Which of the statements about Turkey’s Pamukkale is False
A.It is likely to be situated by the seaside.
B.You can enjoy hot springs there.
C.The view there is beautiful both by day and at night.
D.It is already well known to tourists all round the world.
22.If you are a person with great pressure,which of the places will you most likely to choose
A.Turkey’s Pamukkale.
B.Arizona’s Coyote Buttes.
C.Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda.
D.Providence Canyon in Georgia.
23.What is the similarity between Arizona’s Coyote Buttes and Providence Canyon in Georgia
A.There is sand in both places.
B.They are both famous for their Grand Canyon.
C.There are wild plants in both places.
D.There is no water in both places.
B
In early autumn I applied for admission to college.I wanted to go nowhere but to Cornell University,but my mother fought strongly against it.When she saw me studying a photograph of my father on the sports ground of Cornell University,she tore it up.
“You can’t say it’s not a great university,just because Papa went there.”
“That’s not it at all.And it is a top university.”She was still holding the pieces in her hand.“But we can’t afford to send you to college.”
“I wouldn’t dream of asking you for money.Do you want me to get a job to help support you and Papa Things aren’t that bad,are they ”
“No,”she said.“I don’t expect you to help support us.”
Father borrowed money from his rich cousins to start a small jewellery shop.His chief customers were his old college friends.To get new customers,my mother had to help.She picked up a long-forgotten membership in the local league of women,so that she could get to know more people.Whether those people would turn into customers was another question.I knew that my parents had to wait for quite a long time before their small investment could show returns.What’s more,they had not wanted enough to be rich and successful;otherwise they could not possibly have managed their lives so badly.
I was torn between the desire to help them and change their lives,and the determination not to repeat their mistakes.I had a strong belief in my power to do what I wanted.After months of hard study I won a full college scholarship(奖学金).My father could hardly contain his pride in me,and my mother eventually gave in before my success.
24.The author was not allowed to go to Cornell University mainly because .
A.his father graduated from the university
B.his mother did not think it a great university
C.his parents needed him to help support the family
D.his parents did not have enough money for him
25.The father started his small shop with the money from .
A.a local league B.his university
C.his relatives D.his college friends
26.Why did the mother renew her membership in the league
A.To help with her husband’s business.
B.To raise money for her son.
C.To meet her long-forgotten friends.
D.To better manage her life.
27.According to the text,what was the author determined to do in that autumn
A.To get a well-paid job for himself.
B.To improve relations with his mother.
C.To go to his dream university.
D.To carry on with his father’s business.
C
Manchester is the “capital” of the northwest of England.Situated on the east bank of the River Irwell,it is a lively busy city with a large student population.Although it was once seen as only a dull industrial place,in recent years Manchester has become the “in” place.It is well known for its clubs,its fashion and its music,not to mention its world-famous football team,Manchester United.
There is plenty to see in Manchester and something to suit all tastes.For example,you have a taste of the Orient in Chinatown,home to Manchester’s large Chinese population.Another place to visit is the historical Castlefield area,which contains the first urban heritage park in Britain.Here you can walk around the museums and experience the atmosphere of the 19th century Manchester.
Football fans need not feel left out;they can always make a trip to the Old Trafford Manchester United Museum which also contains a coffee shop and a souvenir shop.
It’s easy to find your way around the city centre and you’re never too far away from a bus,which will take you wherever you want to go.However,many people prefer walking in a city where there’s so much to see,and much of it is off the main travel lines.
If you get tired with all that walking,you can refresh yourself at one of the many cafe bars in the city.There’s a wide variety of homely and old-fashioned ones.
Whatever you do,you won’t have a dull moment in the place which was awarded the title of “most interesting city in Europe”.Despite its unpopular industrial image in the past,Manchester is becoming more and more popular as a tourist destination nowadays.
28.According to the passage,Manchester is .
A.a big city in the southwest of England
B.only known for its heavy industry
C.interesting only if you like football
D.a very popular place now
29.If you are interested in history, in Manchester.
A.you will see the 18th century centre building
B.you can go to Chinatown
C.you don’t have a big choice
D.you can visit the Castlefield
30.What was Manchester like in the past
A.A small and dull city.
B.A city full of factories.
C.An exciting city to visit.
D.A popular destination.
31.What does the underlined word “its” in the last paragraph refer to
A.Europe’s. B.Tourism’s.
C.Manchester’s. D.Industry’s.
D
Travelling can be a fun way to gain life experience,but what if you’re a student and don’t have enough money for a trip Don’t worry.Here are some useful tips.
Save:This probably is the most important preparation for travelling.Cut expenses(花费)to fatten your wallet so you’ll have more choices about where to go and how to get there.
Plan ahead:Don’t wait until the last minute to plan your trip.Giving yourself several months to get ready can mean security and savings.
Do your homework:No matter where you go,research the places you will visit.Decide what to see.Travel books will provide information on the cheapest hotels and restaurants.
Plan sensibly:Write down how much you expect to spend on food and hotels.Stick to(坚持)your plan,or you may not have enough money to cover everything.
Travel in groups:Find someone who is interested in visiting the same places.By travelling with others you can share costs and experiences.
Work as you go:Need more money to support your trip Look for work in the places you visit.
Go off the beaten path:Tourist cities may be expensive.You may want to rethink about your trip and go to a less known area.Smaller towns can have many interesting activities(活动) and sights.
Pack necessary things:The most important things to take are not always clothes.Remember to take along medicine in case you get sick and snacks in case you cannot find a cheap restaurant.
By planning sensibly,even students can enjoy their travel.Your travel experiences will be remembered for a lifetime.
32.Before your trip,the first thing you should do is .
A.to make a plan of the route
B.to get information on the Internet
C.to save money by spending less
D.to buy tickets ahead of time
33.The writer advises you .
A.not to share costs with other people
B.not to go to well-known places
C.not to visit dangerous places
D.to buy anything you want to buy
34.During your trip, .
A.you need more medicine than clothes
B.you should look for work all the way
C.you should remember to do your homework
D.you can gain valuable life experience
35.Which of the following can be used as the best title of the passage
A.How to Plan Your Travel Wisely
B.Travel Can Be Great Fun
C.Different Kinds of Travel
D.How to Save Money
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 Test Best
It’s back to school,which means it’s back to tests,which might also mean it’s back to being stressed out. 36 Here are some simple ways to prepare thoroughly for tests.
Schedule study time.
Trying to do all studying the night before a test makes it impossible to master all the materials. 37 Instead,prepare for a test by scheduling study time each day for several days before.
Use your time wisely.
38 Also,make sure you have all the supplies you need to study so you don’t lose focus.While studying,be sure to make regular short breaks.Get a snack,take a bathroom break or play a quick computer game when it feels as if your brain is about to explode.
39
Studying with a parent or friends can help you understand the material better and to learn from one another.Have every person or pair take a part of the material,and come up with questions to quiz the group.Keep the group small.Have everyone take turns as the group leader,who will assign the material,and make sure that conversation stays on what is being studied.
Don’t forget last-minute preparation.
Have your sharpened pencils and other things in your bag ready the night before the test It’s important to get a good night’s sleep and then eating a healthy breakfast the next morning. 40 Also,studying all the way up until test time can only create more anxiety.Stop studying an hour before hand.
A.Form a study group.
B.Stay cool before the test.
C.It doesn’t have to be this way.
D.This will help you store important information.
E.This way,both your mind and body are fully prepared.
F.Before studying,clear your desk so you can concentrate.
G.It will also make you tired and stressed on the day of the test.
第三部分 语言知识运用(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。
A lot of travellers who are going to new cities are often told to begin their trips with a bus tour.This thinking is that they can then go to the places that 41 them.But that is wrong.What you see from the inside of a moving bus is 42 and removed from the real sights,sounds,and smell outside.So the best way to experience any place is on foot and with absolutely no travel plan. 43 go wherever your feet and your interests 44 you.
You will not only get to the 45 sites that are on the bus tour—the museums,the monuments,the city hall—but you will have seen much more.You will have 46 the present life of the city.
But there is a problem:What if I got lost No one ever gets 47 lost in a major city.At first you can find your way back to a well-known place.If it frightens you to be “lost”,just find a taxi and go back to where you started.However,the 48 things can happen if you get lost.You can 49 at a sidewalk cafe to sit and have a rest.You can ask the local people near you.And 50 they don’t speak your language,your trip becomes more memorable because of the 51 .Here are a few more ways to get the most out of your travel.
First,know before you go. 52 a few hours before your trip learning about the history and culture of your destination.
Second,move around like a local.Use the subways and buses of the city you are 53 .You will not only save money,but also learn how people really live.
Third,check the bulletin boards.Sometimes you can find advertisements for free concert,and 54 fun activities on bulletin boards around universities.
So the next time you see a travel poster wishing you to have a bus tour,just save your money.Instead,wander 55 .I promise you a time you will remember with great pleasure.
41.A.please B.disappoint
C.interest D.encourage
42.A.real B.true
C.unreal D.common
43.A.Simply B.Particularly
C.Generally D.Especially
44.A.lead B.move
C.say D.tell
45.A.different B.wrong
C.right D.same
46.A.left B.felt
C.lived D.led
47.A.possibly B.finally
C.hopelessly D.terribly
48.A.worst B.hardest
C.nicest D.saddest
49.A.reach B.get
C.arrive D.stop
50.A.in case B.as a result
C.in fact D.even if
51.A.experience B.conversation
C.talk D.trip
52.A.Talk B.Spend
C.Pay D.Use
53.A.going B.visiting
C.seeing D.walking
54.A.the other B.another
C.others D.other
55.A.of your own B.of yourself
C.on your own D.on yourself
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。
Wuzhen is a typical ancient town in southern China.56.(lie) in the northern part of Tongxiang City,Zhejiang Province,it can be easily accessed(到达) through a number of expressways.On a recent business trip to Shanghai,a local friend 57. (invite) me to Wuzhen.
It was 9:00 a.m. when we arrived there.With its houses made 58. black bricks and gray tiles(瓦) against the white walls,the small town is like a 59. (tradition) Chinese ink and wash painting.Wandering along the riverside,you will be 60.(deep) impressed by the great view and slow lifestyle.At lunchtime,I 61. (treat) to the steamed white fish,a well-known dish served at most 62.(restaurant) in Wuzhen.It tasted so good.But I think it is the mix of culture and food that makes it so outstanding.After lunch,we continued our walk,enjoying the sights and learning about its history,a history 63. is full of good stories and unique characters.
It’s really fortunate for anybody 64. (explore) such a beautiful place.We hope there will be 65. second chance to visit this wonderful town!
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假设你是李华,得知你的美国笔友Jack暑假要来中国旅游,他对中国的园林很感兴趣。请你根据以下要点,给他写一封电子邮件。
1.欢迎他来中国游玩;
2.推荐苏州的留园,设计独特,景致优美;
3.提出可以陪他游览一天。
注意:1.词数80左右;
2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯。
参考词汇:留园 Lingering Garden
第二节(满分25分)
阅读下面材料,根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段,使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写词数应为150左右。
The eight-year-old girl Carol lived with her father David,mother May and elder brother Rob.The little family happily lived in a beautiful village surrounded by beautiful nature.The village was at the foot of a mountain,with beautiful views of the snowy mountain.The family survived on growing seasonal plants and trees.Their life was totally surrounded by nature and beauty.
While they lived a very happy life,Carol did not love the beautiful atmosphere of the village.She really wanted to move into the city and enjoy the city life.She wanted to shop,move around the city,watch movies,and eat in fantastic restaurants and cafes,etc.
However,there was hardly any chance that Carol’s family moved to the city as they had everything in the village.
One day,Carol fell asleep during the early noon and she had a sound sleep.Of course,she had a strange dream.She saw her grandmother in her dream as a fairy and her deceased grandmother granted her a wish.Carol requested her that she should love to enjoy the city life as she always desired.
Grandmother understood the desire of Carol,but still wanted to convince her that the peaceful village life is better than the city life.
She told Carol,“Baby,you cannot have access to fresh fruit and vegetables from plants as you have at your home.You cannot breathe fresh air.You cannot play with animals.You will not find peace as you see here!Do you still want to go to the city ”
Without hearing the concerns,Carol asked her grandmother to grant the wish.Grandmother granted her wish,but with a condition.Carol was told that she would only have 6 hours to spend in the city.Later,she would return to the village.Carol agreed.
Carol then found herself in the city with her friends.
Carol’s brother Rob was calling her for lunch and Carol woke up.
参考答案
A
21.D细节理解题。根据“Turkey’s Pamukkale”中的“It is very likely that you have never been or heard of the site.”可知,你可能从没去过或听过这个地方,D项表达的意思是错误的,故选D项。
22.C推理判断题。根据第三段“Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda”中的“a special place to relax”及“One of the few places where troubles melt like lemon drops and you feel like in heaven...”可知,Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda是一个能让人完全放松的地方,故本题答案应选C项。
23.A细节理解题。由“Arizona’s Coyote Buttes”中的“when these sand dunes”和“Providence Canyon in Georgia”中的“tanned sands”可知,这两处景点都有沙子,故A项正确。
B
24.D细节理解题。由第三段妈妈所说的话“But we can’t afford to send you to college.”可知,她反对“我”上这所大学的原因是无法承担这些费用。
25.C细节理解题。根据倒数第二段“Father borrowed money from his rich cousins to start a small jewelley shop.”可知,父亲是从亲戚那里借来的钱,故答案为C项。
26.A推理判断题。根据倒数第二段中的“To get new customers,my mother had to help.She picked up a...so that she could get to know more people.”可知,妈妈更新当地妇女联盟的永久会员资格,是为了认识更多的人,以此来帮助父亲的生意。故答案为A项。
27.C细节理解题。由第一段前两句可知,在那个秋天,“我”决心考取理想中的大学——康奈尔大学。
C
28.D细节理解题。根据第一段中的“...in recent years Manchester has become the ‘in’ place.It is well known for its clubs,its fashion and its music,not to mention its world-famous football team,Manchester United.”可知,曼彻斯特已经变成时尚之都,以俱乐部、时装、音乐等闻名于世,还有世界著名的球队——曼联。故选D项。
29.D 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“Another place to visit is the historical Castlefield area”可知,Castlefield是一个历史名城,如果你对历史感兴趣,你可以去那里参观。故选D项。
30.B推理判断题。根据第一段中的“it was once seen as only a dull industrial place”可知,曼彻斯特过去是一个沉闷的工业城市。故选B项。
31.C代词指代题。分析画线词所在句可知,“Despite its unpopular industrial image in the past”是介词短语,主语是后面的Manchester。尽管曼彻斯特以前是一个不受欢迎的工业城市,但是,曼彻斯特现在作为一个旅游目的地变得越来越受欢迎。故选C项。
D
32.C细节理解题。根据“Save”部分可知,选C项。
33.B细节理解题。根据“Go off the beaten path”中的“旅游城市花费要多”可知,作者建议去不那么著名的地方,也就是不要去著名的地方。
34.D细节理解题。根据文章第一句“Travelling can be a fun way to gain life experiences...”以及最后一句“Your travel experiences will be remembered for a lifetime.”可知,旅行是获取生活经验的有趣的方式,旅行的经历会让人终生难忘,换言之,人们会在旅行中获得有价值的生活经历。
35.A标题归纳题。根据文章提到的这几点可知,文章主要讲述了如何明智地安排旅行。
第二节阅读下面短文,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。
36~40 CGFAE
第三部分 语言知识运用
41.C旅游一定要到使自己感兴趣的地方,interest表示“使感兴趣”。
42.C从后文的“removed from the real sights,sounds,and smell outside”可知,坐在车里所看到的景象与真实景象之间存在差别,故选C项。
43.Asimply在此意为“只是,只需”。句意:想去哪儿就去哪儿。
44.A没有任何旅行计划,尽管跟随脚步和感觉走。lead“引领”。
45.D作者在此强调步行不仅能去坐车所到达的相同地方,而且还会让你看到更多的风景。
46.B此处表示步行旅游可以让你充分感受真实的城市生活。故选B项。
47.C作者认为一个人在大城市里是不可能完全迷路的。hopelessly 表示“无希望地”。terribly “极其”;possibly表示“可能地”;finally 表示“最终”。
48.C从下文可知,作者认为迷路时也会有令人愉快的事情发生,所以用nicest,后面举例证明。
49.D此处表示迷路时你可以在街边的咖啡屋歇歇脚。stop“停下”,符合语境。而arrive at表示“到达”时,往往表示有计划、有目的地到达某地,因此不符合此处的语境。
50.D即使语言不通,也会给自己留下难忘的回忆。even if意为“即使”,符合语境。in case“以防万一”;as a result“结果”;in fact“事实上”。
51.A正因为有了这样的经历,才会给人留下难忘的回忆。
52.B:spend time (in) doing sth为固定搭配,表示“花费时间做某事”。
53.B作者建议游客在参观的城市乘坐公共汽车和地铁出行。
54.D这里指除了免费音乐会以外其他有趣的活动。the other表示“两者中的另一个”;another表示“每,又”;others 相当于other activities,后面不接名词。因此排除这三项。
55.C此处表示独自漫步。on one’s own为固定搭配,意为“独自”。
第二节
56.Lying 57.invited 58.of 59.traditional 60.deeply 61.was treated 62.restaurants 63.that/which 64.to explore 65.a
第四部分 写作
第一节
Dear Jack,
I am very excited to hear that you are going to come to China during this summer vacation.I just can’t wait to see you.
Considering you are interested in Chinese classical gardens,I’d like to recommend the Lingering Garden in Suzhou,an ideal travel destination.I am sure you will be amazed at its special design and beautiful scenery.I’d like to work as your tour guide and accompany you for a day.We’re sure to have a good time.
Best wishes.
Yours,
Li Hua
Carol then found herself in the city with her friends.Carol and her friends went to watch movies.After that they ate delicious food in a restaurant and shopped in a huge mall.Carol was happy that she had the chance to experience the life in the city.Yet at the same time,she understood that everything told by her grandmother was true in the city.There was no peace and no silence;the city life was fast and rushing.The air quality is not satisfying.She could hardly find any animals.
Carol’s brother Rob was calling her for lunch and Carol woke up.She recalled what happened just now in her dream and realised that her life in the village with her family was far more wonderful than the city life.Carol understood that she was having a more joyful life.She shared her dream with her family while enjoying the fresh fruit and vegetables,and they laughed together.Carol also developed love for plants,animals and beautiful nature.
