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Unit 3单元质量检测（三）
(时间：100分钟 满分：120分)
选择题部分
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共10小题；每小题2.5分，满分25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
You may find it hard to believe that the nickname arose quite by accident. There was a man called “Uncle Sam”. However, not many people have ever heard of such a man. Not even most young Americans.
The man was called Samuel Wilson, and was born in Arlington, Massachusetts, September 13, 1766. At the age of 14, Sam joined the American Revolutionary War, and served in the army under George Washington until the end of the war. He then moved to Troy, New York State and began a meat packing business. He earned a reputation for being honest and hardworking. He was locally respected, thus greeted as Uncle Sam — Sam is short for Samuel.
During a later war in 1812, Wilson gained a position inspecting meat for US Army forces, working with a man who got the government's permission to provide meat for the army. Meat supplied to the army was stamped “EA US”， showing the company (EA) and country of origin (US). According to one story, when a government official visited the company and asked about the letters, an employee humorously told him “US” was short for “Uncle Sam” Wilson. Soon soldiers were saying all Army supplies were from “Uncle Sam”．
After the war, a character called Uncle Sam became popular in political cartoons. He is depicted as an elderly man with white hair and a goatee beard (山羊胡). Typically he is dressed in clothing that has the same colors as the flag of the United States — a top hat with red and white stripes and white stars on a blue band, and red and white striped trousers.
“Uncle Sam” was ready to help others and place the interest of the nation above all — this was in line with the American spirit. This made the Americans consider Uncle Sam as the symbol of the USA. In 1961, Congress made a decision to recognize Uncle Sam as the national symbol.
1．What can we learn about Samuel Wilson
A．He left the army in 1812.
B．He set up a company called EA.
C．He had a successful meat packing business.
D．He was a hero during the Revolutionary War.
2．The underlined word “depicted” in Paragraph 4 can best be replaced by “________”．
A．considered B．treated
C．interviewed D．described
3．What do we know from the text
A．Samuel Wilson was once very popular in US politics.
B．Uncle Sam's good qualities show the American spirit.
C．Samuel Wilson like the colors of the flag of the US.
D．“Uncle Sam” has been the official US symbol for nearly a century.
B
Raising children has traditionally been a mother's role. People think that kids have to be with mothers mostly, but the modern sociology says when a father is not involved in life, it leads to problems. Children abandoned or ignored by their fathers do not succeed as well as children in families where both parents are involved.
At the River House in Maryland, a church community is running a program called the Men's Retreat with the purpose of helping men become better fathers. Here fathers can get parental advice. The program is also open to children who don't have fathers in their lives. For them, the program is an opportunity to interact (互动) with male role models.
Businessman Pavel says though the Men's Retreat may take up some of his time to earn money, it has been a good opportunity to spend quality time with his son. He has realized that for boys, father is the first teacher. And the gathering is also a great chance to think about how to improve the relationship with his wife.
Program organizer Victor Visotski notes that the son is going along his father's path and learns from him. The father's role in a daughter's life is as important as that in his son's life. A father for a daughter is a hero and he is the first man she admires. It is important that the father creates a family atmosphere filled with love, because the daughter observes the behavior of her father closely. Mr.Visotski says a father must take his duties as a parent as seriously as his career. Setting aside quality time to spend with his child is a good start.
4．We can learn from the modern sociology that ________.
A．a father's role in children's life is important
B．a father can teach children more than a mother
C．raising children should be a father's responsibility
D．children having no fathers are less likely to succeed
5．Which of the following is TRUE about the Men's Retreat
A．It is for kids who are abandoned.
B．It aims to help men relax after work.
C．Children are not allowed to attend it.
D．It shows men how to act as fathers well.
6．What does Pavel think of the Men's Retreat
A．It is a waste of time and money.
B．It can help him find a new job at school.
C．It is a good chance for family gathering.
D．It helps him become a good father and husband.
C
I was on a boat racing across the open ocean off Cancun's coast. I became thrilled as I wondered what this beautiful day had in store for me. I joined one of the eco tours that headed out to sea daily and dropped tourists into the ocean with whale sharks — the world's largest fish! I was fortunate enough to swim with whale sharks previously in Belize; they were hard to find and quick to leave. However, this experience would turn out to be quite different!
After an hour long ride at sea, we noticed large
black fins (鱼鳍) appearing all around us and I knew immediately we were in for an unforgettable time! With a full boat of 10 people, we took turns plunging into the shark filled waters two at a time with the addition of a guide. We could immediately see enormous whale sharks swimming in every direction around us. Whale sharks are gentle giants, and it is impossible not to wonder at their amazing size and grace as they effortlessly glide through the water. These huge fish aren't afraid of humans, swimming quietly right by us, and even bumping into me on a couple of occasions.
The tours allowed for 15 minutes in the water at a time, rotating (使轮流) other tourists in and out. On this day the waves were very strong and several of the passengers became seasick, and so did I. But I don't normally get seasickness. Luckily for me, those passengers stopped taking their turn, allowing me more time in the water!
Before the tour ended we had been in the water for a couple of hours and within a few feet of dozens of whale sharks. How could the experience get any better You might ask. How about a surprise visit from manta rays jumping out of water Yes ... giant manta rays were propelling (推动) themselves into the air for our viewing pleasure on our way back home! Some even swam by our boat and gave us a close up view!
On the way back to Cancun we ate lunch at the beautiful and slightly crowded beach of Isla Mujeres. By the time the day had ended it put my previous experience in Belize to shame — this was indeed a day that had made my dreams come true.
7．How did the writer feel when he was on a boat racing across the open ocean off Cancun's coast
A．Very frightened.
B．Very excited.
C．Very disappointed.
D．Very surprised.
8．How many people plunged into the shark filled waters in total at a time
A．Two. B．Three.
C．Four. D．Ten.
9．From the third paragraph, we learn that ________.
A．the writer felt like staying longer in the water
B．the writer didn't become seasick on the boat
C．the writer stayed in the water for 15 minutes
D．many passengers became ill in the cold water
10．We can infer that the manta ray probably refers to a________.
A．seabird B．sea creature
C．gentle wave D．large boat
Ⅱ.阅读七选五(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。
Investing in Yourself
Figuring out how to invest your money can be a difficult task. You may want to learn how to do it.
__11__ Things that will improve your knowledge, skills or health are all great investments. However, before you start, you need to be clear about what you will gain out of doing all of these things.
You may think investing in yourself means investing in your education. __12__ There are some other things you can do such as buying a gym membership or learning a new skill.
So what are some specific things you can do __13__ It can really expand your mind, allow you to learn different skills and gain knowledge. I'm talking about the books which can help you learn a new skill, not fiction books. You can also take courses and attend seminars. These programs are taught by people with a high level of knowledge or skill. __14__ Only in this way can you avoid being fooled by some sales presentations. Moreover, investing in yourself is a safe way to keep your money. Although a savings account is seen as the most secure investment, that isn't 100% safe. Even if you have never experienced your bank closing down, the return is little when inflation is taken into consideration. __15__ But over time, they will show up in terms of your happiness level as well as your level of success.
A．This is just one way.
B．The benefits will stay with you.
C．If you aren't a reader, you'd better set about reading books right now.
D．The more you do this, the more valuable you will be.
E．Of course, you need to do some research before investing.
F．The best way to invest your money is to invest it in yourself.
G．When you invest in yourself, you may not see gains right away.
Ⅲ.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A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可填入空白处的最佳选项。
Those who believe that they will never do well in a particular area probably never will. Those who believe they are not good at __16__ will forever feel unprepared. But those who believe that it is __17__ to succeed at what they attempt can surprise themselves.
Adam was ready to __18__. His wife Anna, however, was less __19__. As she explained to a friend, “Adam has __20__ done anything that required physical strength. When he retires, he will sit in his easy chair and __21__ me to bring him his food.”
But to Anna's __22__， soon after her husband retired, he __23__ a health club. Arriving home from exercise class one night, he announced, “I __24__ for the wrestling tournament. I am going to __25__ Friday night.” Anna was shocked. “Please don't do it, Adam. You're not in __26__. You will be so beat up that they will have to carry you home！” __27__， he couldn't be persuaded and she told him that if he wanted really to do it, she was not going to watch.
__28__ to her word, she stayed away as Adam wrestled. And just as she __29__， two men carried Adam home. He __30__ down on the bed, every muscle pained and wounded. __31__ she could speak, he cried out, “Don't say a(n) __32__， Anna! This is not the worst of it. I __33__ tonight. I have to wrestle again tomorrow night！”
Nothing __34__ in your life until you believe you can do things that are important to you. And if you have a low __35__ of yourself, nobody else is likely to raise it.
16．A.something B．nothing
C．anything D．everything
17．A.possible B．vital
C．impossible D．important
18．A.travel B．retire
C．resign D．leave
19．A.confident B．negative
C．enthusiastic D．elegant
20．A.always B．often
C．again D．never
21．A.expect B．warn
C．invite D．urge
22．A.sorrow B．surprise
C．delight D．relief
23．A.owned B．founded
C．supported D．joined
24．A.signed up B．made up
C．took up D．came up
25．A.prepare B．exercise
C．wrestle D．consult
26．A.place B．shape
C．trouble D．practice
27．A.Anyhow B．Moreover
C．Therefore D．However
28．A.True B．Exact
C．Opposite D．Relevant
29．A.advised B．promised
C．predicted D．designed
30．A.settled B．lay
C．sat D．laid
31．A.When B．After
C．Before D．Until
32．A.plan B．idea
C．goal D．word
33．A.lost B．won
C．gained D．performed
34．A.changes B．happens
C．recovers D．reacts
35．A.talent B．doubt
C．opinion D．suggestion
非选择题部分
Ⅳ.语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Paulo Coelho is a Brazilian novelist and songwriter. In 1970, he quitted law school to go traveling around South America, Africa, and Europe. He __36__ (learn) much about the supernatural on his travels, which would become themes of his books. He returned to Brazil and wrote song lyrics for famous Brazilian __37__ (sing)．
In 1986, Coelho went on __38__ walk that would change his life. He walked the 800 kilometre Road of Santiago de Compostela in Spain, an ancient highway __39__ (use) for centuries by pilgrims. He said he experienced self awareness and a spiritual awakening, which he wrote about in his novel The Pilgrimage. __40__ opened up a new way of writing for him.
A year later, Coelho wrote his most famous book, The Alchemist. The book sold very slowly at first and that's __41__ his publisher dropped it. He found another publisher __42__ had more faith in his __43__(write) and the book became one of the best selling books of all time. It reached number one in 18 countries, and so far __44__(sell) 30 million copies. He was the world's best selling author in 2003. He spends his time __45__ (write) novels and a newspaper column.
Ⅴ.应用文写作(满分15分)
假定你是李华，上周日你和朋友去海边游玩时发现海水污染很严重。请你根据以下要点提示就此问题给相关部门负责人写一封信。
1．有些游客往海水里随便扔垃圾；
2．水面上漂浮着死鱼、塑料袋、空瓶子；
3．希望采取措施，保护海洋环境。
注意：1.词数80左右；
2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
Ⅵ.读后续写(满分25分)
阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
Michelle was eight years old when she heard her Mom and Dad talking about her little_brother,_Jack, now only an infant (婴儿). He was very sick and they were completely out of money. Only a very costly operation could save Jack the baby now but there was no one to whom they could turn for the money needed. She heard Daddy say to her tearful Mom. “Only a_miracle can save him now.”
At the words, Michelle went to her bedroom and took out all the coins from her little moneybox. After counting the coins three times, she slipped out the back door and made her way to the_drug_store six blocks away ...
She waited for a long time before the pharmacist (药剂师) turned around and asked her. “And what do you want？”
“Well, it's about my brother，” Michelle answered. “He's really, really sick ... and I want to buy a miracle.”
“I beg your pardon？” said the pharmacist. “His name is Jack and he has something very bad growing inside his body and my Daddy says only a miracle can save him now. So how much does a miracle cost？”
“We don't sell miracles here, little_girl. I'm sorry but I can't help you，” the pharmacist said. “Listen, I have the money to pay for it.” And with these words, Michelle poured out all the coins from her pockets. At this time, a well dressed_man behind Michelle stooped down and asked the little girl. “I'm selling the miracle you want. Tell me how much money you have.”
“One_dollar_and_eleven_cents，” Michelle answered in a_low_voice. “And it's all the money I have, but I can get some more if I need to.”
“Well，” smiled the man. “A dollar and eleven cents — the_exact_price of a miracle for little brothers. Show me the place where your brother lives.”
注意：1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2．应使用5个以上短文中标有下划线的关键词语；
3．续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好；
4．续写完成后，请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词语。
Paragraph 1：
Holding the man's hand firmly, Michelle took him home.
Paragraph 2：
When asked why he chose to help the family, the man detailed，
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Unit 3单元质量检测（三）
(时间：100分钟 满分：120分)
选择题部分
Ⅰ.阅读理解(共10小题；每小题2.5分，满分25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
You may find it hard to believe that the nickname arose quite by accident. There was a man called “Uncle Sam”. However, not many people have ever heard of such a man. Not even most young Americans.
The man was called Samuel Wilson, and was born in Arlington, Massachusetts, September 13, 1766. At the age of 14, Sam joined the American Revolutionary War, and served in the army under George Washington until the end of the war. He then moved to Troy, New York State and began a meat packing business. He earned a reputation for being honest and hardworking. He was locally respected, thus greeted as Uncle Sam — Sam is short for Samuel.
During a later war in 1812, Wilson gained a position inspecting meat for US Army forces, working with a man who got the government's permission to provide meat for the army. Meat supplied to the army was stamped “EA US”， showing the company (EA) and country of origin (US). According to one story, when a government official visited the company and asked about the letters, an employee humorously told him “US” was short for “Uncle Sam” Wilson. Soon soldiers were saying all Army supplies were from “Uncle Sam”．
After the war, a character called Uncle Sam became popular in political cartoons. He is depicted as an elderly man with white hair and a goatee beard (山羊胡). Typically he is dressed in clothing that has the same colors as the flag of the United States — a top hat with red and white stripes and white stars on a blue band, and red and white striped trousers.
“Uncle Sam” was ready to help others and place the interest of the nation above all — this was in line with the American spirit. This made the Americans consider Uncle Sam as the symbol of the USA. In 1961, Congress made a decision to recognize Uncle Sam as the national symbol.
语篇解读：本文介绍了Uncle Sam 这个绰号的由来。介绍了Samuel Wilson的优良品质以及为什么Uncle Sam后来被用来象征美国人的精神。
1．What can we learn about Samuel Wilson
A．He left the army in 1812.
B．He set up a company called EA.
C．He had a successful meat packing business.
D．He was a hero during the Revolutionary War.
解析：选C 推理判断题。根据第二段的“He then moved to Troy, New York State and began a meat packing business. He earned a reputation for being honest and hardworking.”可以推断出，C项为正确答案。
2．The underlined word “depicted” in Paragraph 4 can best be replaced by “________”．
A．considered B．treated
C．interviewed D．described
解析：选D 词义猜测题。根据画线词所在句的上一句话可以推知，画线词所在句意为：他被刻画成有着白头发和山羊胡的老人。故选D项。
3．What do we know from the text
A．Samuel Wilson was once very popular in US politics.
B．Uncle Sam's good qualities show the American spirit.
C．Samuel Wilson like the colors of the flag of the US.
D．“Uncle Sam” has been the official US symbol for nearly a century.
解析：选B 推理判断题。根据最后一段的“‘Uncle Sam’ was ready to help others and place the interest of the nation above all — this was in line with the American spirit.”可知，Uncle Sam的优良品质展示了美国精神。故选B项。
B
Raising children has traditionally been a mother's role. People think that kids have to be with mothers mostly, but the modern sociology says when a father is not involved in life, it leads to problems. Children abandoned or ignored by their fathers do not succeed as well as children in families where both parents are involved.
At the River House in Maryland, a church community is running a program called the Men's Retreat with the purpose of helping men become better fathers. Here fathers can get parental advice. The program is also open to children who don't have fathers in their lives. For them, the program is an opportunity to interact (互动) with male role models.
Businessman Pavel says though the Men's Retreat may take up some of his time to earn money, it has been a good opportunity to spend quality time with his son. He has realized that for boys, father is the first teacher. And the gathering is also a great chance to think about how to improve the relationship with his wife.
Program organizer Victor Visotski notes that the son is going along his father's path and learns from him. The father's role in a daughter's life is as important as that in his son's life. A father for a daughter is a hero and he is the first man she admires. It is important that the father creates a family atmosphere filled with love, because the daughter observes the behavior of her father closely. Mr.Visotski says a father must take his duties as a parent as seriously as his career. Setting aside quality time to spend with his child is a good start.
语篇解读：本文为说明文。抚养孩子历来被认为是母亲的角色。但在生活中，父亲对孩子的影响也是非常重要的。马里兰州举行的“男人的静修”活动可以帮助男人更好地扮演父亲的角色。
4．We can learn from the modern sociology that ________.
A．a father's role in children's life is important
B．a father can teach children more than a mother
C．raising children should be a father's responsibility
D．children having no fathers are less likely to succeed
解析：选A 推理判断题。由第一段“ ... when a father is not involved in life, it leads to problems”可知，现代社会学指出，生活中缺少父亲这个角色会导致许多问题。由此可知，父亲在孩子成长过程中起着重要作用。
5．Which of the following is TRUE about the Men's Retreat
A．It is for kids who are abandoned.
B．It aims to help men relax after work.
C．Children are not allowed to attend it.
D．It shows men how to act as fathers well.
解析：选D 细节理解题。由第二段“with the purpose of helping men become better fathers”可知，“男人的静修”活动的目的是帮助男人成为更好的父亲。
6．What does Pavel think of the Men's Retreat
A．It is a waste of time and money.
B．It can help him find a new job at school.
C．It is a good chance for family gathering.
D．It helps him become a good father and husband.
解析：选D 推理判断题。由第三段可知，Pavel说尽管参加这个活动会占用一些赚钱的时间，但这是一个和儿子共度美好时光、思考如何改善夫妻关系的好机会。由此可知，他认为这个活动不但会使他成为一个好父亲，还会成为一个好丈夫。
C
I was on a boat racing across the open ocean off Cancun's coast. I became thrilled as I wondered what this beautiful day had in store for me. I joined one of the eco tours that headed out to sea daily and dropped tourists into the ocean with whale sharks — the world's largest fish! I was fortunate enough to swim with whale sharks previously in Belize; they were hard to find and quick to leave. However, this experience would turn out to be quite different!
After an hour long ride at sea, we noticed large
black fins (鱼鳍) appearing all around us and I knew immediately we were in for an unforgettable time! With a full boat of 10 people, we took turns plunging into the shark filled waters two at a time with the addition of a guide. We could immediately see enormous whale sharks swimming in every direction around us. Whale sharks are gentle giants, and it is impossible not to wonder at their amazing size and grace as they effortlessly glide through the water. These huge fish aren't afraid of humans, swimming quietly right by us, and even bumping into me on a couple of occasions.
The tours allowed for 15 minutes in the water at a time, rotating (使轮流) other tourists in and out. On this day the waves were very strong and several of the passengers became seasick, and so did I. But I don't normally get seasickness. Luckily for me, those passengers stopped taking their turn, allowing me more time in the water!
Before the tour ended we had been in the water for a couple of hours and within a few feet of dozens of whale sharks. How could the experience get any better You might ask. How about a surprise visit from manta rays jumping out of water Yes ... giant manta rays were propelling (推动) themselves into the air for our viewing pleasure on our way back home! Some even swam by our boat and gave us a close up view!
On the way back to Cancun we ate lunch at the beautiful and slightly crowded beach of Isla Mujeres. By the time the day had ended it put my previous experience in Belize to shame — this was indeed a day that had made my dreams come true.
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。作者讲述了自己在海中与鲸鲨共游的难忘经历。
7．How did the writer feel when he was on a boat racing across the open ocean off Cancun's coast
A．Very frightened.
B．Very excited.
C．Very disappointed.
D．Very surprised.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据第一段第二句中的“I became thrilled”可知，作者在船上的时候，他感到非常兴奋。此处thrilled和very excited同义。
8．How many people plunged into the shark filled waters in total at a time
A．Two. B．Three.
C．Four. D．Ten.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据第二段第二句中的“we took turns plunging into the shark filled waters two at a time with the addition of a guide”可知，每次有两位游客外加一个向导下水。故B项正确。
9．From the third paragraph, we learn that ________.
A．the writer felt like staying longer in the water
B．the writer didn't become seasick on the boat
C．the writer stayed in the water for 15 minutes
D．many passengers became ill in the cold water
解析：选A 推理判断题。根据第三段最后一句“Luckily for me, those passengers stopped taking their turn, allowing me more time in the water！”可知，作者想在水中多待一段时间。故A项正确。
10．We can infer that the manta ray probably refers to a________.
A．seabird B．sea creature
C．gentle wave D．large boat
解析：选B 推理判断题。根据第四段中的“jumping out of water”“propelling (推动) themselves into the air ... a close up view！”等信息可以判断manta ray是一种海洋动物。故B项正确。
Ⅱ.阅读七选五(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。
Investing in Yourself
Figuring out how to invest your money can be a difficult task. You may want to learn how to do it.
__11__ Things that will improve your knowledge, skills or health are all great investments. However, before you start, you need to be clear about what you will gain out of doing all of these things.
You may think investing in yourself means investing in your education. __12__ There are some other things you can do such as buying a gym membership or learning a new skill.
So what are some specific things you can do __13__ It can really expand your mind, allow you to learn different skills and gain knowledge. I'm talking about the books which can help you learn a new skill, not fiction books. You can also take courses and attend seminars. These programs are taught by people with a high level of knowledge or skill. __14__ Only in this way can you avoid being fooled by some sales presentations. Moreover, investing in yourself is a safe way to keep your money. Although a savings account is seen as the most secure investment, that isn't 100% safe. Even if you have never experienced your bank closing down, the return is little when inflation is taken into consideration. __15__ But over time, they will show up in terms of your happiness level as well as your level of success.
A．This is just one way.
B．The benefits will stay with you.
C．If you aren't a reader, you'd better set about reading books right now.
D．The more you do this, the more valuable you will be.
E．Of course, you need to do some research before investing.
F．The best way to invest your money is to invest it in yourself.
G．When you invest in yourself, you may not see gains right away.
答案：11～15 FACEG
Ⅲ.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A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出可填入空白处的最佳选项。
Those who believe that they will never do well in a particular area probably never will. Those who believe they are not good at __16__ will forever feel unprepared. But those who believe that it is __17__ to succeed at what they attempt can surprise themselves.
Adam was ready to __18__. His wife Anna, however, was less __19__. As she explained to a friend, “Adam has __20__ done anything that required physical strength. When he retires, he will sit in his easy chair and __21__ me to bring him his food.”
But to Anna's __22__， soon after her husband retired, he __23__ a health club. Arriving home from exercise class one night, he announced, “I __24__ for the wrestling tournament. I am going to __25__ Friday night.” Anna was shocked. “Please don't do it, Adam. You're not in __26__. You will be so beat up that they will have to carry you home！” __27__， he couldn't be persuaded and she told him that if he wanted really to do it, she was not going to watch.
__28__ to her word, she stayed away as Adam wrestled. And just as she __29__， two men carried Adam home. He __30__ down on the bed, every muscle pained and wounded. __31__ she could speak, he cried out, “Don't say a(n) __32__， Anna! This is not the worst of it. I __33__ tonight. I have to wrestle again tomorrow night！”
Nothing __34__ in your life until you believe you can do things that are important to you. And if you have a low __35__ of yourself, nobody else is likely to raise it.
语篇解读：本文是夹叙夹议文。作者以退休的Adam参与摔跤的故事告诉我们：生活中，什么都不会改变，除非我们相信我们能做那些对我们而言重要的事情。
16．A.something B．nothing
C．anything D．everything
解析：选C 根据下文“will forever feel unprepared”可知，那些相信他们不擅长“任何事”的人将永远不能做好准备。否定句中多用anything，故选C。
17．A.possible B．vital
C．impossible D．important
解析：选A 根据下文的故事可知，此处表达的意思为“那些相信只要尝试就可能成功的人会令自己惊讶”，故选A。
18．A.travel B．retire
C．resign D．leave
解析：选B 根据下文“When he retires”可知，Adam准备“退休”，故选B。
19．A.confident B．negative
C．enthusiastic D．elegant
解析：选C 根据下文的描述可知，Adam的妻子对此不是太“热心”，故选C。
20．A.always B．often
C．again D．never
解析：选D 根据文章及常与否定词连用的anything可知，Adam“从未”做需要体力的事情，故选never。
21．A.expect B．warn
C．invite D．urge
解析：选A 根据上文“he will sit in his easy chair”可推知，他会“期望”Anna给他拿食物，故选A。
22．A.sorrow B．surprise
C．delight D．relief
解析：选B 根据下文“soon after her husband retired, he ________ a health club”可知，，这件事与上文的描述形成反差，所以Anna应是“惊讶”，故选surprise。
23．A.owned B．founded
C．supported D．joined
解析：选D 根据“Arriving home from exercise class”及下文可推知，他“加入”了一个健康俱乐部，故选D。
24．A.signed up B．made up
C．took up D．came up
解析：选A 根据“the wrestling tournament”可知，Adam “报名参加”了摔跤锦标赛。sign up for“报名参加”，故选A。
25．A.prepare B．exercise
C．wrestle D．consult
解析：选C 根据上文“the wrestling tournament”可知，Adam星期五晚上要去“摔跤”。wrestle“摔跤”，故选C。
26．A.place B．shape
C．trouble D．practice
解析：选B 根据下文“You will be so beat up that they will have to carry you home！”可知，Anna说Adam身体不好。be in shape是固定搭配，意为“身体状况好”，故选B。
27．A.Anyhow B．Moreover
C．Therefore D．However
解析：选D 根据下文“he couldn't be persuaded”可知，此处与上文Anna说Adam身体不好构成转折关系。However“然而”，故选D。
28．A.True B．Exact
C．Opposite D．Relevant
解析：选A 根据下文“she stayed away as Adam wrestled”可知，Anna说话算话，不去看Adam摔跤。true to one's word“信守承诺，说话算话”，故选A。
29．A.advised B．promised
C．predicted D．designed
解析：选C 根据下文“two men carried Adam home”可知，像Anna“预测”的一样，Adam被两个人抬回家，故选C。
30．A.settled B．lay
C．sat D．laid
解析：选B 根据下文“every muscle pained and wounded”可知，Adam“躺”在床上，故选B。
31．A.When B．After
C．Before D．Until
解析：选C 此处指“在Anna说话之前”，Adam就喊道，故选C。
32．A.plan B．idea
C．goal D．word
解析：选D 句意：Anna，一句话不要说！word“单词；话语”，符合文意。
33．A.lost B．won
C．gained D．performed
解析：选B 根据下文可推知，Adam今晚“赢”了，故选B。
34．A.changes B．happens
C．recovers D．reacts
解析：选A 句意：你的生活里什么都不会改变，直到你相信你能做对你而言重要的事情。change“改变”，符合文意。
35．A.talent B．doubt
C．opinion D．suggestion
解析：选C 如果你对自己“评价”低，其他人也不会提高对你的看法。have a low opinion of sb.“对……评价低”，故选C。
非选择题部分
Ⅳ.语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)
阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Paulo Coelho is a Brazilian novelist and songwriter. In 1970, he quitted law school to go traveling around South America, Africa, and Europe. He __36__ (learn) much about the supernatural on his travels, which would become themes of his books. He returned to Brazil and wrote song lyrics for famous Brazilian __37__ (sing)．
In 1986, Coelho went on __38__ walk that would change his life. He walked the 800 kilometre Road of Santiago de Compostela in Spain, an ancient highway __39__ (use) for centuries by pilgrims. He said he experienced self awareness and a spiritual awakening, which he wrote about in his novel The Pilgrimage. __40__ opened up a new way of writing for him.
A year later, Coelho wrote his most famous book, The Alchemist. The book sold very slowly at first and that's __41__ his publisher dropped it. He found another publisher __42__ had more faith in his __43__(write) and the book became one of the best selling books of all time. It reached number one in 18 countries, and so far __44__(sell) 30 million copies. He was the world's best selling author in 2003. He spends his time __45__ (write) novels and a newspaper column.
语篇解读：本文主要介绍了巴西小说家和作曲家Paulo Coelho的人生经历及其创作的作品。
36．learnt/learned 考查时态。此处指的是发生在过去的事情，故用一般过去时。
37．singers 考查词性转换。此处用复数名词表泛指。
38．a 考查冠词。此处 walk 意为“徒步旅行”，为可数名词，故填a。
39．used 考查非谓语动词。highway与use之间是逻辑上的被动关系，故用过去分词作定语。
40．It 考查代词。此处指代上文中的The Pilgrimage，故用It。
41．why 考查表语从句。分析句子结构可知，空处引导表语从句，且在从句中作原因状语，故用why。
42．who/that 考查定语从句。分析句子结构可知，空处引导定语从句，修饰先行词publisher, 且在从句中作主语，所以用关系代词who/that。
43．writing 考查词性转换。代词his 后用名词。
44．has sold 考查时态。从语境和句子结构以及“and so far”可知应用现在完成时态。
45．writing 考查非谓语动词。spend time (in) doing sth.“花费时间做某事”，是固定用法。
Ⅴ.应用文写作(满分15分)
假定你是李华，上周日你和朋友去海边游玩时发现海水污染很严重。请你根据以下要点提示就此问题给相关部门负责人写一封信。
1．有些游客往海水里随便扔垃圾；
2．水面上漂浮着死鱼、塑料袋、空瓶子；
3．希望采取措施，保护海洋环境。
注意：1.词数80左右；
2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
参考范文：
Dear Sir，
I'm Li Hua, a middle school student. I'm writing to tell you about the pollution of the ocean.
Last Sunday, I went to the seaside with my friends. With the sun shining and sea birds singing, we felt relaxed and happy. While we were having fun, something unpleasant caught our attention. We saw two visitors throwing rubbish into the water. In addition, we saw some dead fish, plastic bags and empty bottles floating on the surface of the water.
I hope that you can attach great importance to this problem and take effective measures to protect our ocean.
Yours sincerely，
Li Hua
Ⅵ.读后续写(满分25分)
阅读下面短文，根据所给情节进行续写，使之构成一个完整的故事。
Michelle was eight years old when she heard her Mom and Dad talking about her little_brother,_Jack, now only an infant (婴儿). He was very sick and they were completely out of money. Only a very costly operation could save Jack the baby now but there was no one to whom they could turn for the money needed. She heard Daddy say to her tearful Mom. “Only a_miracle can save him now.”
At the words, Michelle went to her bedroom and took out all the coins from her little moneybox. After counting the coins three times, she slipped out the back door and made her way to the_drug_store six blocks away ...
She waited for a long time before the pharmacist (药剂师) turned around and asked her. “And what do you want？”
“Well, it's about my brother，” Michelle answered. “He's really, really sick ... and I want to buy a miracle.”
“I beg your pardon？” said the pharmacist. “His name is Jack and he has something very bad growing inside his body and my Daddy says only a miracle can save him now. So how much does a miracle cost？”
“We don't sell miracles here, little_girl. I'm sorry but I can't help you，” the pharmacist said. “Listen, I have the money to pay for it.” And with these words, Michelle poured out all the coins from her pockets. At this time, a well dressed_man behind Michelle stooped down and asked the little girl. “I'm selling the miracle you want. Tell me how much money you have.”
“One_dollar_and_eleven_cents，” Michelle answered in a_low_voice. “And it's all the money I have, but I can get some more if I need to.”
“Well，” smiled the man. “A dollar and eleven cents — the_exact_price of a miracle for little brothers. Show me the place where your brother lives.”
注意：1.所续写短文的词数应为150左右；
2．应使用5个以上短文中标有下划线的关键词语；
3．续写部分分为两段，每段的开头语已为你写好；
4．续写完成后，请用下划线标出你所使用的关键词语。
Paragraph 1：
Holding the man's hand firmly, Michelle took him home.
Paragraph 2：
When asked why he chose to help the family, the man detailed，
参考范文：
Paragraph 1：
Holding the man's hand firmly, Michelle took him home. The little girl walked in such a hurry that she even forgot to introduce herself to the man. Her parents were too surprised to believe their eyes. That well dressed_man turned out to be a surgeon, specializing in neuro surgery. Later, the little__brother was taken away. The operation was completed with payment of one__dollar_and_eleven_cents and it wasn't long before Jack was home again and doing well. Michelle was very happy. Now she knew the_exact_price of a miracle ... one dollar and eleven cents ... plus the faith of a little child.
Paragraph 2：
When asked why he chose to help the family, the man detailed, “when I was young myself, I was once in the same situation as the little baby. The little_girl reminded me of my own sister. It was she who saved my life. Deeply impressed by her innocence, I finally decided to help the family out of trouble. It doesn't matter how much money she actually had with her; what matters is her faith, a faith that miracles do exist.”
