单元质量检测（三）
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
Julia Koceva, who is only a 23 year old girl, has taken the Internet by storm with her impressive drawings — stippling (点彩). Stippling is an old technique — creating a pattern and applying varying degrees of solidity or shading to it by using small dots.
Julia Koceva works in a police station at daytime. She spends her nights working on her amazing drawings. She takes between 40 and 100 hours to finish a piece, trying her best to apply tiny black dots to a large piece of paper, using nothing but a ballpoint pen. As Alphonso Dunn, author of “Pen and Ink Drawing: A Simple Guide，”
says, stippling creates a unique texture (神韵) but requires patience and a very careful approach. It's a technique that requires mountains of patience, but the end results are awe inspiring.
Julia Koceva, the young Swedish artist, draws all kinds of things, from realistic animals and flowers to musical instruments, but her most impressive artworks are obviously the celebrity portraits (名人肖像). Her collection features portraits of pop persons like David Bowie and Jack Nicholson, with everything but their hair made up of thousands of tiny black dots.
Thousands of hours devoted to creating these beautiful works of art have taken_a_toll_on her health. She has several diseases that were caused by drawing for so long a time every day. But Julia Koceva continues to draw and catches the imagination of her fans with every new piece she posts on Instagram. Now she has over 68,000 followers on Instagram.
1．Julia Koceva, a 23 year old girl, ________.
A．didn't devote herself to her work
B．received high praise from Alphonso Dunn
C．attracted many people's attention because of her impressive drawings
D．became famous because of what she did as a policewoman
2．What is best needed for Julia Koceva to create her drawings
A．Courage. B．Patience.
C．Confidence. D．Imagination.
3．The underlined phrase “taken a toll on” probably means ________.
A．damaged B．improved
C．regained D．changed
B
It all started a few years ago in the quiet village of Mollington after a number of burglaries (盗窃). Those living in the village came up with the idea that they themselves could keep an eye on their neighbours' property (财产) while they were away on holiday. Since then, with the help of the government and police, more than 50,000 “Neighbourhood Watch” schemes (项目) have been set up in the UK.
The object of each “Watch” group is to prevent things like this from happening again in any street or area. Each villager who is a member of the scheme agrees to do their best to stop anyone stealing something in the village. Everything is done calmly and carefully — it is the police who check out each report and find out what is happening. Villagers who are part of the group are not supposed to act as police or put themselves in any danger.
When a new “Neighbourhood Watch” scheme is set up in an area, the first thing people notice is the large, brightly coloured “Neighbourhood Watch” board. This is a real warning to most burglars, because very few of them will take a chance of breaking into someone's house if they know that there is a high risk of being seen by neighbours keeping a lookout. Burglars also know that people who are part of the “Neighbourhood Watch” schemes are more likely to have fitted good locks to their doors and windows.
Since the “Neighbourhood Watch” scheme was set up, there are fewer burglaries and there is a new community spirit. It is bringing people together as never before, and encouraging people to care for each other. New friendships are also being made.
4．The “Neighbourhood Watch” scheme in Mollington was started________.
A．as the first of its kind in the UK
B．after 50,000 burglaries in the area
C．because the police were short of hands
D．because it was a popular holiday centre
5．The job for members of a “Watch” group is to ________.
A．do their best to catch burglars
B．ask strangers to leave at once
C．help those who are in trouble
D．report a burglary to the police
6．What's the purpose of the text
A．To advise. B．To discuss.
C．To educate. D．To introduce.
C
Mass communication has been growing and affecting the way communities and people behave. At every stage of the development of communication, from the telegraph to the Internet, societies have had to adapt to its effects. But have the effects been more positive or negative
The saying “knowledge is power” has been an excellent motivator for people to improve their lives, but today the massive amount of information available through the Internet doesn't always seem to be helping people in the way we'd hoped. Rather than improving people's lives and bringing us closer together, the information age is making us more divided and irresponsible.
Nevertheless, many people find comfort in their virtual (虚拟的) worlds and are happy to connect with real life friends and online friends from the familiar surroundings of their living rooms. However, being able to reinvent themselves online and be whoever they want to be leads to the question of whether they are losing their identities by living in a virtual world. It's not all bad news, however. Mass communication has helped change some attitudes for the better. Take our views on the environment for example. Internet campaigns by governments and other organizations have helped popularize the ideas of recycling, protecting wildlife and reducing pollution.
Modern electronic communication now influences every aspect of our lives — it is a powerful tool that has raised some concerns for society. However, it has also brought countless benefits to society. At the end of the day, it can be used both for good or evil, which largely relies on the morals and sense of responsibility of the individual or community involved. In short, it needs to be used with care.
7．According to the text, the information age today ________.
A．helps people improve their lives
B．fully shows “Knowledge is power”
C．makes people feel more connected to others
D．fails to achieve our expectations sometimes
8．What can we infer from Paragraph 3
A．People only connect with online friends.
B．Online friends can be comforting for all people.
C．Virtual lives can make people clear of who they are.
D．The Internet helps to raise our environmental awareness.
9．What is the writer's attitude to electronic communication in the last paragraph
A．It should be used in a cautious way.
B．It does more harm than good to society.
C．Its side effects can't be handled by individuals.
D．It should be strictly controlled by the government.
解析：选A 推理判断题。根据最后一段的最后一句“In short, it needs to be used with care.”可推知，A项正确。
10．What does the text mainly talk about
A．The comfort of the virtual worlds.
B．The effects of mass communication.
C．The development of mass communication.
D．The way to use modern mass communication.
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。
How to develop a healthy lifestyle in high school
High school is a time known for teenagers spreading their wings and developing their minds. __11__ Therefore, it is necessary for teenagers to develop a healthy lifestyle. Follow the tips below to live a healthy lifestyle.
__12__ With studying and homework, high school students stay up late and still make it to early class. To function properly, your body and mind need at least eight hours of sleep each night. Go to sleep early enough to get your full requirement (需求), and encourage your roommates to respect your need for enough sleep.
Eat a well balanced diet. High school students may live on a diet of junk food and drinks. __13__ If you have the benefit of a meal plan in the high school canteen, make good use of the salad bar and watch out for treats such as ice cream.
Exercise regularly. __14__ High school students who exercise regularly benefit from a healthy physique (体格) and a mind with less stress. Make use of the school gym and swimming pool, which are typically available to students free of charge.
__15__ High school can bring on a lot of stressful situations. Aim for balance in your life between your social and school activities. Only take as many classes as you can handle successfully and rely on your support system of friends and family when stress arises.
A．Get plenty of rest.
B．Plan your school life.
C．Manage your stress level.
D．Physical activity helps build a strong body and mind.
E．High school students are busy with all kinds of activities.
F．Unfortunately, many often develop an unhealthy life style.
G．Drink plenty of water and eat whole grains and vegetables every day.
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和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Face Adversity (逆境) with a Smile
I told my friend Graham that I often cycle two miles from my house to the town centre but unfortunately there is a big hill on the route. He __16__，“ You mean fortunately.” He explained that I should be glad of the __17__ exercise that the hill provided.
My __18__ to the hill has now changed. I used to __19__ as I approached it but now I tell myself the following. This hill will exercise my heart and lungs. It will help me to __20__ and get fit. It will mean that I live longer. This hill is my friend. __21__， I have a smile of __22__ as I reach the top of the hill.
Problems are there to be faced and __23__. We cannot achieve anything with a/an __24__ life. Helen Keller was the first deaf and blind person to __25__ a university degree. She wrote, “ Character cannot be __26__ in ease and quiet. Only through __27__ of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired and success achieved.”
One of the main __28__ of success in life is our attitude towards adversity. At times we all face hardships, problems, accidents and difficulties. __29__ we cannot choose the adversity, we can choose our attitude towards it.
Douglas Bader was 21 when in 1931 he had both legs amputated (截肢) following a flying accident. He was __30__ to fly again and went on to become one of the leading flying aces (佼佼者)．He was a(n) __31__ to others during the war. He said，“Don't listen to anyone who tells you that you can't do this or that. That's nonsense. __32__ your mind, you'll never __33__ crutches (拐杖) or a stick, then have a go at everything. Go to school, join in all the games you can. Go __34__ you want to. But never, never let them __35__ you that things are too difficult or impossible.”
16．A.reacted B．criticized
C．replied D．reflected
17．A.extra B．proper
C．abundant D．necessary
18．A.access B．entrance
C．interest D．attitude
19．A.climb B．confuse
C．complain D．comment
20．A.put on weight B．lose weight
C．gain weight D．take my weight
21．A.Finally B．Gradually
C．Rarely D．Approximately
22．A.satisfaction B．devotion
C．decoration D．caution
23．A.understood B．clarified
C．overcome D．defeated
24．A.tough B．easy
C．difficult D．reasonable
25．A.learn B．reach
C．admire D．gain
26．A.developed B．founded
C．produced D．constructed
27．A.happiness B．difficulties
C．experiences D．pressures
28．A.emphases B．conflicts
C．factors D．powers
29．A.As B．While
C．Because D．If
30．A.devoted B．commanded
C．forced D．determined
31．A.inspiration B．appreciation
C．qualification D．destination
32．A.Open up B．Make up
C．Come to D．Come into
33．A.use B．reject
C．deliver D．abandon
34．A.everywhere B．nowhere
C．anywhere D．somewhere
35．A.advised B．attempt
C．request D．persuade
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。
Computers and Internet networking are common in the American workplace. They play increasingly __36__ (importance) roles in children's education, communication with friends and family, and entertainment. Every aspect of modern life __37__ (affect) by computers, and developing digital information literacy is essential in the 21st century.
Computer education is __38__ (especial) key to students. Students today are expected __39__ (conduct) research on the Internet, complete homework online, and make use of presentation software in class discussions. Weak information literacy skills will hold students back just as certainly as __40__ conventional literacy skills will. Once students enter the workforce, productivity on the job requires effective use of time saving resources, so the computer is certainly on the top of the list. __41__ (train) in basic software programs is considered elementary for most white collar munication through email is __42__ office standard as well, and __43__ (employ) must learn to manage multiple means of communication using the latest technology.
High schools often have computer literacy instruction and graduation requirements __44__ educators realize that their graduates need basic computer and software skills to be employable in positions __45__ minimum wage service jobs.
Ⅴ.写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：应用文写作(满分15分)
假设你是李华，想将家中空房出租给来中国旅行的游客。某国外租房网站恰好提供这方面的服务——联系旅行者和家有空房出租的房主，而你想成为该网站的会员，请用英语写一封申请信，内容包括：
1．写信目的；
2．出租优势；
3．表达希望。
注意：1.词数80左右；
2．可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。
第二节：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．至少使用5个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， 单元质量检测（三）
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
Julia Koceva, who is only a 23 year old girl, has taken the Internet by storm with her impressive drawings — stippling (点彩). Stippling is an old technique — creating a pattern and applying varying degrees of solidity or shading to it by using small dots.
Julia Koceva works in a police station at daytime. She spends her nights working on her amazing drawings. She takes between 40 and 100 hours to finish a piece, trying her best to apply tiny black dots to a large piece of paper, using nothing but a ballpoint pen. As Alphonso Dunn, author of “Pen and Ink Drawing: A Simple Guide，”
says, stippling creates a unique texture (神韵) but requires patience and a very careful approach. It's a technique that requires mountains of patience, but the end results are awe inspiring.
Julia Koceva, the young Swedish artist, draws all kinds of things, from realistic animals and flowers to musical instruments, but her most impressive artworks are obviously the celebrity portraits (名人肖像). Her collection features portraits of pop persons like David Bowie and Jack Nicholson, with everything but their hair made up of thousands of tiny black dots.
Thousands of hours devoted to creating these beautiful works of art have taken_a_toll_on her health. She has several diseases that were caused by drawing for so long a time every day. But Julia Koceva continues to draw and catches the imagination of her fans with every new piece she posts on Instagram. Now she has over 68,000 followers on Instagram.
1．Julia Koceva, a 23 year old girl, ________.
A．didn't devote herself to her work
B．received high praise from Alphonso Dunn
C．attracted many people's attention because of her impressive drawings
D．became famous because of what she did as a policewoman
解析：选C 细节理解题。根据第一段“Julia Koceva, who is only a 23 year old girl, has taken the Internet by storm with her impressive drawings — stippling.”可知，23岁女孩Julia Koceva用给人以深刻印象的点彩占据网络。再根据最后一段“Now she has over 68,000 followers on Instagram.”可知，现在Julia Koceva在Instagram上有68,000多名追随者。由此可知，这位23岁的女孩Julia Koceva因令人印象深刻的绘画吸引了许多人的注意。
2．What is best needed for Julia Koceva to create her drawings
A．Courage. B．Patience.
C．Confidence. D．Imagination.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据第二段“As Alphonso Dunn, author of ‘Pen and Ink Drawing: A Simple Guide，’ says, stippling creates a unique texture but requires patience and a very careful approach. It's a technique that requires mountains of patience, but the end results are awe inspiring.”可知，正如Pen and Ink Drawing: A Simple Guide的作者Alphonso Dunn所说的，点彩创造一个独特的神韵，然而需要耐心和非常仔细的态度。这是一项需要大量耐心的技术，而最终结果简直就是令人惊叹的。由此可知，点彩作画最需要的是耐心。
3．The underlined phrase “taken a toll on” probably means ________.
A．damaged B．improved
C．regained D．changed
解析：选A 词义猜测题。根据画线短语下文“She has several diseases that were caused by drawing for so long a time every day.”可知，她患有几种疾病这是由每天长时间作画导致的。由此可知，数千小时投身于艺术创作损害了她的健康。
B
It all started a few years ago in the quiet village of Mollington after a number of burglaries (盗窃). Those living in the village came up with the idea that they themselves could keep an eye on their neighbours' property (财产) while they were away on holiday. Since then, with the help of the government and police, more than 50,000 “Neighbourhood Watch” schemes (项目) have been set up in the UK.
The object of each “Watch” group is to prevent things like this from happening again in any street or area. Each villager who is a member of the scheme agrees to do their best to stop anyone stealing something in the village. Everything is done calmly and carefully — it is the police who check out each report and find out what is happening. Villagers who are part of the group are not supposed to act as police or put themselves in any danger.
When a new “Neighbourhood Watch” scheme is set up in an area, the first thing people notice is the large, brightly coloured “Neighbourhood Watch” board. This is a real warning to most burglars, because very few of them will take a chance of breaking into someone's house if they know that there is a high risk of being seen by neighbours keeping a lookout. Burglars also know that people who are part of the “Neighbourhood Watch” schemes are more likely to have fitted good locks to their doors and windows.
Since the “Neighbourhood Watch” scheme was set up, there are fewer burglaries and there is a new community spirit. It is bringing people together as never before, and encouraging people to care for each other. New friendships are also being made.
4．The “Neighbourhood Watch” scheme in Mollington was started________.
A．as the first of its kind in the UK
B．after 50,000 burglaries in the area
C．because the police were short of hands
D．because it was a popular holiday centre
解析：选A 细节理解题。由第一段中的“Since then ... more than 50,000 ‘Neighbourhood Watch’ schemes have been set up in the UK”可知，米林顿郡的“邻里守望”项目在英国是最先开始的，故选A项。
5．The job for members of a “Watch” group is to ________.
A．do their best to catch burglars
B．ask strangers to leave at once
C．help those who are in trouble
D．report a burglary to the police
解析：选D 细节理解题。由第二段中的“it is the police who check out each report ... put themselves in any danger”可知，该项目成员的主要工作就是将发现的情况及时上报，由警方来处理，故选D项。
6．What's the purpose of the text
A．To advise. B．To discuss.
C．To educate. D．To introduce.
解析：选D 写作目的题。总览全文可知，作者主要介绍了英国的“邻里守望”项目，故选D项。
C
Mass communication has been growing and affecting the way communities and people behave. At every stage of the development of communication, from the telegraph to the Internet, societies have had to adapt to its effects. But have the effects been more positive or negative
The saying “knowledge is power” has been an excellent motivator for people to improve their lives, but today the massive amount of information available through the Internet doesn't always seem to be helping people in the way we'd hoped. Rather than improving people's lives and bringing us closer together, the information age is making us more divided and irresponsible.
Nevertheless, many people find comfort in their virtual (虚拟的) worlds and are happy to connect with real life friends and online friends from the familiar surroundings of their living rooms. However, being able to reinvent themselves online and be whoever they want to be leads to the question of whether they are losing their identities by living in a virtual world. It's not all bad news, however. Mass communication has helped change some attitudes for the better. Take our views on the environment for example. Internet campaigns by governments and other organizations have helped popularize the ideas of recycling, protecting wildlife and reducing pollution.
Modern electronic communication now influences every aspect of our lives — it is a powerful tool that has raised some concerns for society. However, it has also brought countless benefits to society. At the end of the day, it can be used both for good or evil, which largely relies on the morals and sense of responsibility of the individual or community involved. In short, it needs to be used with care.
语篇解读：从电报到网络，大众传媒给整个社会带来了巨大的影响。关于这些影响对社会生活起到的是积极还是消极的作用，本文进行了探讨。
7．According to the text, the information age today ________.
A．helps people improve their lives
B．fully shows “Knowledge is power”
C．makes people feel more connected to others
D．fails to achieve our expectations sometimes
解析：选D 细节理解题。根据第二段的“today the massive amount of information available through the Internet doesn't always seem to be helping people in the way we'd hoped”可知，它并不总是能满足人们的预期。故选D。
8．What can we infer from Paragraph 3
A．People only connect with online friends.
B．Online friends can be comforting for all people.
C．Virtual lives can make people clear of who they are.
D．The Internet helps to raise our environmental awareness.
解析：选D 细节理解题。根据第三段最后一句可知，由政府和其他组织倡导的一些网络运动推广了回收利用、保护野生动物、消减污染等理念。故选D。
9．What is the writer's attitude to electronic communication in the last paragraph
A．It should be used in a cautious way.
B．It does more harm than good to society.
C．Its side effects can't be handled by individuals.
D．It should be strictly controlled by the government.
解析：选A 推理判断题。根据最后一段的最后一句“In short, it needs to be used with care.”可推知，A项正确。
10．What does the text mainly talk about
A．The comfort of the virtual worlds.
B．The effects of mass communication.
C．The development of mass communication.
D．The way to use modern mass communication.
解析：选B 主旨大意题。本文开篇即点题，提出大众传媒对我们的社会产生了重大影响，接着又提出问题“这一影响是积极的还是消极的？”，由此引出下文的讨论。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。
How to develop a healthy lifestyle in high school
High school is a time known for teenagers spreading their wings and developing their minds. __11__ Therefore, it is necessary for teenagers to develop a healthy lifestyle. Follow the tips below to live a healthy lifestyle.
__12__ With studying and homework, high school students stay up late and still make it to early class. To function properly, your body and mind need at least eight hours of sleep each night. Go to sleep early enough to get your full requirement (需求), and encourage your roommates to respect your need for enough sleep.
Eat a well balanced diet. High school students may live on a diet of junk food and drinks. __13__ If you have the benefit of a meal plan in the high school canteen, make good use of the salad bar and watch out for treats such as ice cream.
Exercise regularly. __14__ High school students who exercise regularly benefit from a healthy physique (体格) and a mind with less stress. Make use of the school gym and swimming pool, which are typically available to students free of charge.
__15__ High school can bring on a lot of stressful situations. Aim for balance in your life between your social and school activities. Only take as many classes as you can handle successfully and rely on your support system of friends and family when stress arises.
A．Get plenty of rest.
B．Plan your school life.
C．Manage your stress level.
D．Physical activity helps build a strong body and mind.
E．High school students are busy with all kinds of activities.
F．Unfortunately, many often develop an unhealthy life style.
G．Drink plenty of water and eat whole grains and vegetables every day.
11．解析：选F 本空承上启下，与前一句构成转折关系，与后一句构成因果关系，为引入本文主题做好过渡。
12．解析：选A 本段主要说明了高中生要有充足的睡眠。
13．解析：选G G项提到的饮食与本段的主旨句“Eat a well balanced diet”呼应，并且上下文都围绕着饮食这一主题展开。
14．解析：选D 选项接着主旨句“Exercise regularly”说明体育活动对身心的好处，为后面进一步展开说明做了铺垫。
15．解析：选C 由本段出现的关键词“stressful situations”和stress可知，本段主要说明了要管控压力水平。
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和D四个选项中，选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Face Adversity (逆境) with a Smile
I told my friend Graham that I often cycle two miles from my house to the town centre but unfortunately there is a big hill on the route. He __16__，“ You mean fortunately.” He explained that I should be glad of the __17__ exercise that the hill provided.
My __18__ to the hill has now changed. I used to __19__ as I approached it but now I tell myself the following. This hill will exercise my heart and lungs. It will help me to __20__ and get fit. It will mean that I live longer. This hill is my friend. __21__， I have a smile of __22__ as I reach the top of the hill.
Problems are there to be faced and __23__. We cannot achieve anything with a/an __24__ life. Helen Keller was the first deaf and blind person to __25__ a university degree. She wrote, “ Character cannot be __26__ in ease and quiet. Only through __27__ of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, vision cleared, ambition inspired and success achieved.”
One of the main __28__ of success in life is our attitude towards adversity. At times we all face hardships, problems, accidents and difficulties. __29__ we cannot choose the adversity, we can choose our attitude towards it.
Douglas Bader was 21 when in 1931 he had both legs amputated (截肢) following a flying accident. He was __30__ to fly again and went on to become one of the leading flying aces (佼佼者)．He was a(n) __31__ to others during the war. He said，“Don't listen to anyone who tells you that you can't do this or that. That's nonsense. __32__ your mind, you'll never __33__ crutches (拐杖) or a stick, then have a go at everything. Go to school, join in all the games you can. Go __34__ you want to. But never, never let them __35__ you that things are too difficult or impossible.”
语篇解读：我们不能避免逆境，但可以选择微笑着面对逆境，在逆境中培养优秀的性格和信心。
16．A.reacted B．criticized
C．replied D．reflected
解析：选C 由后面引号内朋友的话可知，此处表示“回答(replied)”。react意为“反应”，侧重行为上的回应；criticize意为“批评”；reflect意为“反映；反思”。
17．A.extra B．proper
C．abundant D．necessary
解析：选A 此处指的是不要把遇到山头当作不幸的事，应该把爬山看作是“额外的(extra)”锻炼。proper意为“合适的”；abundant意为“大量的；丰富的”；necessary意为“必要的”。
18．A.access B．entrance
C．interest D．attitude
解析：选D 第二段第一句为主题句，由后面展开句可知由此“我”对山的“态度(attitude)”发生了改变。access意为“入口；可以进入”；entrance意为“入口”；interest 意为“兴趣”。
19．A.climb B．confuse
C．complain D．comment
解析：选C 原来“我”对爬山是“抱怨(complain)”，而现在把山看作是朋友。confuse意为“迷惑”；comment意为“评论”。
20．A.put on weight B．lose weight
C．gain weight D．take my weight
解析：选B 爬山有利于“我”“减肥(lose weight)”和保持健康。put on weight相当于gain weight，意为“增加体重，发胖”。
21．A.Finally B．Gradually
C．Rarely D．Approximately
解析：选A 把山看作是朋友，“最终(Finally)”“我”改变了对山的态度，当“我”爬上山顶时“我”脸上就有了一个“满意的(satisfaction)”微笑。gradually意为“逐渐地”；rarely意为“很少地”；approximately意为“大约”。
22．A.satisfaction B．devotion
C．decoration D．caution
解析：选A 参见上题解析。satisfaction意为“满意”；devotion意为“投入，专注”；decoration意为“装饰”；caution意为“小心”。
23．A.understood B．clarified
C．overcome D．defeated
解析：选C 问题要“克服(overcome)”。defeat的宾语为人。clarify意为“澄清，阐明”；understand意为“理解”。
24．A.tough B．easy
C．difficult D．reasonable
解析：选B 句意：如果生活没有难度(easy)，我们就不能取得成就。
25．A.learn B．reach
C．admire D．gain
解析：选D 句意：海伦·凯勒是第一个“获得大学学历(gain university degree)”的聋哑人。admire意为“羡慕”。
26．A.developed B．founded
C．produced D．constructed
解析：选A 句意：在顺境中不可能培养优秀的性格。develop one's character意为“培养性格”；found意为“建立”，用于建立政权，组织等；produce意为“生产”；construct意为“建设”。
27．A.happiness B．difficulties
C．experiences D．pressures
解析：选C 句意：只有“通过磨难(trial and suffering)”的“经历(experiences)”，才能强大内心，清晰意向，激发志向，取得成功。
28．A.emphases B．conflicts
C．factors D．powers
解析：选C 句意：对待逆境的态度是成功的“要素(factors)”之一。emphasis意为“强调”；conflict意为“冲突”；power意为“力量，权力”。
29．A.As B．While
C．Because D．If
解析：选B 句意：我们“虽(while)”不能避免逆境，但我们可以选择乐观的人生态度。
30．A.devoted B．commanded
C．forced D．determined
解析：选D 参见下题解析。be determined to意为“下定决心”；be devoted to意为“专注于，投入”；command意为“命令”。
31．A.inspiration B．appreciation
C．qualification D．destination
解析：选A 道格拉斯·本得截肢后下定决心再次驾机飞行，他的毅力“激励(inspiration)”着他人。appreciation意为“欣赏”；qualification意为“资质”；destination意为“目的地”。
32．A.Open up B．Make up
C．Come to D．Come into
解析：选B 不要听信别人说你不行你就怀疑自己，要“下定你的决心(make up your mind)”。come to意为“达到”。
33．A.use B．reject
C．deliver D．abandon
解析：选A 下定了决心，你就会相信自己将永不用(use)拐杖，然后对所有事情都“做个尝试(have a go)”。reject意为“拒绝”；deliver意为“递送”；abandon意为“放弃”。
34．A.everywhere B．nowhere
C．anywhere D．somewhere
解析：选C 句意：你想去哪儿就去哪儿，你可以去“任何地方(anywhere)”。
35．A.advised B．attempt
C．request D．persuade
解析：选D 句意：当别人说难度太大，你不可能做到时，永远不要让他们“说服(persuade)”你。advise意为“建议”，侧重过程，而结果不一定成功；attempt意为“尝试”；request意为“请求”。
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。
Computers and Internet networking are common in the American workplace. They play increasingly __36__ (importance) roles in children's education, communication with friends and family, and entertainment. Every aspect of modern life __37__ (affect) by computers, and developing digital information literacy is essential in the 21st century.
Computer education is __38__ (especial) key to students. Students today are expected __39__ (conduct) research on the Internet, complete homework online, and make use of presentation software in class discussions. Weak information literacy skills will hold students back just as certainly as __40__ conventional literacy skills will. Once students enter the workforce, productivity on the job requires effective use of time saving resources, so the computer is certainly on the top of the list. __41__ (train) in basic software programs is considered elementary for most white collar munication through email is __42__ office standard as well, and __43__ (employ) must learn to manage multiple means of communication using the latest technology.
High schools often have computer literacy instruction and graduation requirements __44__ educators realize that their graduates need basic computer and software skills to be employable in positions __45__ minimum wage service jobs.
语篇解读：本文为议论文，论述了电脑教育的必要性，在校学生学习一些基本的电脑知识尤为重要。
36．important 形容词修饰名词roles。
37．is affected 现代生活的各个方面都受到电脑的影响。根据全文的时态是一般现在时，再根据空后的“by”可知，此处应用is affected。
38．especially 句意：电脑教育对学生来说尤为重要。本句中的key作形容词用，意为“至关重要的”，故应用副词来修饰。
39．to conduct be expected to do sth.为固定用法，意思是“有望做某事，被期待做某事”，故空处用动词不定式形式。
40．weak 此处把两种能力进行同级比较，根据上文中的“Weak information literacy skills”可知，此处需填形容词weak。
41．Training 分析句子结构可知，空处作主语且表示一般的、抽象的动作，故用动名词。
42．an 用电子邮件进行交流也是办公室的工作标准。此处表泛指，office发音以元音音素开头，故填不定冠词an。
43．employees 分析句子结构和语境可知，此处要用名词形式，且表示“被雇佣者”，注意要用复数形式，所以用employees。
44．as/because 根据语境可知，此处表示“原因”，故填as/because。
45．beyond 他们的毕业生需要基本的电脑知识和软件操作技能，以便有资格担任一些超过最低工资服务的工作岗位。表示“超过，超出”，要用介词beyond。
Ⅴ.写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节：应用文写作(满分15分)
假设你是李华，想将家中空房出租给来中国旅行的游客。某国外租房网站恰好提供这方面的服务——联系旅行者和家有空房出租的房主，而你想成为该网站的会员，请用英语写一封申请信，内容包括：
1．写信目的；
2．出租优势；
3．表达希望。
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/Madam，
I have learned that your website is connecting those who have rooms available for rent with travelers who need accommodation. Interested in this International Network, I am writing to apply for its membership.
My house is well?furnished with three bedrooms, a kitchen and two bathrooms, of which travelers can rent one specific bedroom or rent the house as a whole. Besides, I am a friendly and helpful person who is always ready to offer help.
I am thirsty for this opportunity and I'll appreciate it if I'm fortunate enough to become your member.
Yours，
Li Hua
第二节：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．至少使用5个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.”
