14-15学年（高二，上）高中英语（必修5，重大版）Unit4The Planet We Live on测试题（含答案）

14-15学年重大高二上学期5册Unit4测试
Class: Name: Marks: 满分（120）
第一部分 英语知识运用 (共两节，满分45分)
第一节 单项填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）
1. Please keep in 　　　 mind that you must finish the task before 　　　 deadline.
A. the; the B. 不填; 不填
C. the; 不填 D. 不填; the
2. — How about having a picnic this weekend?
— 　　　 I’ll check my schedule.
A. I’m not sure. B. Well done.
C. I see! D. When are you free?
3. — Are you going to the party?
— If you don’t go, 　　　.
A. neither I will B. neither will I
C. neither I do D. neither do I
4. It’s the first time that I 　　　 a speech in the presence of so large an audience. I feel nothing but nervous.
A. make B. have made
C. made D. had made
5. The Chinese government has taken many measures 　　　 settle the problem.
A. so as to B. in order that
C. such as to D. so that
6. Anyone driving with a high level of alcohol in his blood will be 　　　 of drunk driving and get severely punished.
A. informed B. involved
C. accused D. assessed
7. — I can’t 　　　 what I’m doing when it’s so noisy here.
— Then maybe you should turn off the radio and shut your door!
A. break away from B. be strict with
C. approve of D. concentrate on
8. — Any plan for this weekend?
— I may go hiking, 　　　 on the weather.
A. depended B. depending
C. to depend D. depend
9. Electrical goods are a case in point 　　　 shoppers tend to think that high prices mean high quality.
A. where B. when
C. which D. whose
10. Huo Zun won the TV talent show Sing My Song. Not only 　　　 music, but he also sings very well.
A. he writes B. he does write
C. does he write D. writes he
11. After graduating from high school, I went to college. 　 , most of my friends got well-paid jobs.
A. Besides B. Otherwise
C. Therefore D. Meanwhile
12. Faced with a 　 about whether to study or get a job, he decided to turn to his teacher for advice.
A. process B. dilemma
C. section D. challenge
13. John is diligent, polite and eager to help others. In a word, he is 　 .
A. admirable B. sceptical
C. cautious D. optimistic
14. — Where is Peter? I can’t find him anywhere.
— Oh, here 　 .　
A. comes he B. does he come
C. he comes D. he does come
15. Don’t be hasty. Wait 　 you’re more certain. You know, it’s better to be sure than sorry.
A. although B. as
C. suppose D. till
第二节 完形填空（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）
A
My friend Marge had an experience aboard a plane for Cleveland while waiting for takeoff. As she settled into her seat, Marge noticed a strange 16 . On one side of the airplane a sunset suffused (布满) the entire 17 with glorious color. But out of the window next to her seat, all Marge could see was a dark and threatening sky, with no sign of the sunset.
As the plane’s engines began to roar, a 18 voice whispered within her. “You have 19 the windows,” it whispered beneath the roar of the engines. “Your life, too, will contain not only some 20 times but also some dark shadows. Here’s a lesson I want to teach you to save you much heartache and 21 you to stay with me in continual peace and joy. You see, it doesn’t 22 which window you look through; this plane is 23 going to Cleveland. So it is in your life. You have a 24 . You can dwell on (老是想着) the dull picture or you can 25 the bright things and leave the dark or bad situations to me. I alone can 26 them well. The final destination is not influenced by what you see or feel along the way. 27 this, act on it and you will be able to experience the peace that passes understanding.”
16. A. question B. tradition C. phenomenon D. experiment
17. A. mountain B. sky C. ground D. plane
18. A. brave B. strange C. similar D. gentle
19. A. noticed B. repaired C. touched D. opened
20. A. free B. happy C. rough D. busy
21. A. allow B. persuade C. order D. warn
22. A. begin B. matter C. help D. happen
23. A. only B. even C. always D. still
24. A. demand B. chance C. choice D. feeling
25. A. focus on B. look for C. learn from D. speak of
26. A. mix B. divide C. handle D. recognize
27. A. Introduce B. Call C. Prove D. Learn
B
The Nahuel Huapi National Park is the most important one in Argentina. It is located in the southern part of the 28 where the weather is extremely cold, especially during June and July.
This park is a(n) 29 place with areas of beauty. There are several mountains that are famous for their height, incredible valleys, and many trees are covered by 30 . Rivers and lakes cross the whole park. The largest lake is the Nahuel Huapi Lake, in which, according to what people 31 , there is a monster called Nahuelito.
During the spring, when it gets 32 , the snow melts and starts falling down the mountains at a very high speed, creating wonderful 33 .
What people like most about this place is that it is an area full of contrast, 34 you can find rain forests, mountains, and valleys. There are also flowers all around the place. The variety is incredible, and the colors 35 anybody’s breath.
28. A. valley B. mountain C. country D. city
29. A. dry B. central C. important D. huge
30. A. sunlight B. snow C. flowers D. clouds
31. A. believe B. appreciate C. prove D. experience
32. A. lower B. warmer C. closer D. deeper
33. A. pools B. rivers C. memories D. waterfalls
34. A. but B. if C. so D. or
35. A. take away B. get through C. find out D. speed up
第二部分 阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）
A
Goa Carnival dates back to almost 500 years ago when Goa was a colony (殖民地) of the Portuguese. When Goa was colonized by the Portuguese, they introduced the carnival to Goa. In those days the carnival had a very Portuguese essence (本质). And though there are traces of Portuguese in current celebrations, the carnival today is more Goan.
Goa Carnival is the most expected event in Goa, preparation for which starts from December. Other than music, dance and other entertainment, the carnival in Goa also features short plays depicting the tradition and culture of Goa in a unique way. Goa Carnival 2014 will start on the 8th of February with a food and cultural festival as the main feature of the day. The opening ceremony will be held on the 9th of February.
Earlier Goa Carnival was celebrated within the local population, but now it has attracted people all over the world. During the days and nights of the Goa Carnival, you can notice a great amount of enjoyment among the people. The streets come alive with colors, floats (花车) and the strumming (弹奏) of guitars.
Since Goa Carnival is an open event and everybody is invited to join in the fun of the carnival, there are no tickets for it. So just pack your bags and get ready to have a great time at the carnival in Goa. It is advised to book your hotel room in advance as Goa Carnival attracts a huge number of tourists from all over the world. Don’t forget to pack a pair of comfortable shoes as the carnival involves lots of street activities.
36. What do we know about Goa Carnival according to the first paragraph?
A. It is not popular nowadays.
B. It is a full imitation of the Portuguese culture.
C. It is influenced by the Portuguese.
D. It is a festival only about Goan culture.
37. There are many activities that people can enjoy in Goa Carnival EXCEPT .
A. watching short plays B. singing and dancing
C. enjoying guitar shows D. learning to cook food
38. If you want to take part in Goa Carnival, you should .
A. buy tickets in advance B. book your hotel room beforehand
C. wear shoes of famous brands D. ask for free tickets firstly
B
Picture a wasteland of old computer monitors and TVs, stretching as far as the eye can see. Imagine towers of boxes, all of them filled with broken glass and old electronic devices.
What’s behind the tech trash pile? About ten years ago, major advances were made in computer and television technology. The new electronic products are built with materials that are difficult to recycle. In addition, the new products have decreased the demand for recycled parts from the old monitors and screens.
Experts say there are ways to safely and responsibly solve the tech trash problem. Barbara Kyle is the national leader of the Electronic TakeBack Organization. The organization encourages people to donate their old electronic products to charities or neighbors who will use them. “It’s better for the planet if we keep using an electronic product as long as it keeps working,” Kyle said. “But many times, we stop using it even though it still works because we got a newer product.”
Students can also be a part of the solution. Schools can set up recycling projects to collect used electronic products. They can also work with responsible electronic recyclers to handle their old products. Many electronic factories also provide a return program where consumers can send back the products that they no longer use. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, 25 states now have laws that deal with the disposal and recycling of electronic products. Most of these laws require them to pay for the collection and recycling at the end of a product’s life.
Through these various programs and organizations, consumers can reduce tech trash and become part of the solution. When you’re finished with something, bring it for recycling right away because there’s a chance it might be able to be reused. That’s the best conservation of resources.
39. In the first paragraph the writer describes a picture to .
A. show the terrible scene of the tech trash pile
B. show the quick development of technology
C. encourage people to keep up with new technology
D. encourage people to imagine the future of science and technology
40. According to Barbara Kyle, one of the solutions to the tech trash problem is .
A. to recycle the products completely
B. to decrease the demand for recycled parts
C. to let the products be reused by other people
D. to put the tech trash in some safe places
41. What are the electronic factories required to do?
A. They are required to pay for the collection and recycling of old products.
B. They are required to sell tech products at a lower price.
C. They are required to decrease the production of tech products.
D. They are required to give up using materials that can’t be recycled.
42. The advice in the last paragraph is given to .
A. the law-makers B. the consumers
C. the researchers D. the businessmen
C
Journalists are the professionals that are responsible for bringing all up-to-date information to readers from every corner of the world. They are efficient and quick in collecting and spreading information using all currently available techniques to deliver their voice. Many famous journalists have earned worldwide fame.
Carl Bernstein
Carl Bernstein is one of the most famous American investigative journalists, and he has proved the saying, “A pen is more powerful than the sword”. Carl constantly worked with another great journalist Bob Woodward at The Washington Post. They brought about a revolution in the US by working together on the Watergate scandal, which eventually led to President Richard Nixon’s resignation (辞职). This let The Washington Post receive a Pulitzer Prize for Public Service in 1973.
Margaret Bourke-White
Margaret Bourke-White is famous as the first female war journalist and a skilled photojournalist. She did some outstanding work by creating a photographic record of World War II and Great Depression. She was the only privileged (享有特权的) photojournalist who was permitted to work in combat zones (作战地区) by the US army to report the war.
Joseph Pulitzer
Joseph Pulitzer said, “If a nation can be seen as a large ship at sea, the journalists are its watch-keepers who report hidden dangers to make sure the safe journey of the ship.” He worked for St. Louis Post Dispatch and New York World. Pulitzer was a member of U.S. House of Representatives for some time. But due to his journalistic duties, Pulitzer stopped his membership. He is known to the world as the “Grandfather of Modern Journalism”.
Anna Quindlen
Anna Quindlen was much determined and goal-oriented since childhood and she knew exactly how to pave her way to the top. Her passion (热情) for journalism gave her a kick start from her high-school wherein she worked for her high-school paper. Later, she went on to write interesting and in-demand columns (专栏) like “Hers”, “Public and Private” and many more for New York Times, which won her the Pultizer Award in 1992. This is the reason why she is known as the “Voice of the baby boomers”.
43. What’s the purpose of this text?
A. To tell us how journalists work.
B. To introduce some famous journalists in the world.
C. To show how journalists change the world.
D. To help more journalists achieve success.
44. Which of the following is TRUE about Margaret Bourke-White?
A. She is the first war journalist in the world.
B. She reported both World War I and World War II.
C. She received a Pulitzer Prize for her great work.
D. She once worked in combat zones as the only war journalist.
45. Joseph Pulitzer thought journalists should .
A. learn how to sail B. run for public offices actively
C. work for as many news agencies as possible
D. be brave enough to expose dangers in the world
46. According to the text, we can infer that .
A. Joseph Pulitzer was forced to give up his position in the US Congress
B. Anna Quindlen’s passion for journalism affected her for life
C. Carl Bernstein was criticized for Watergate scandal
D. Anna Quindlen became a journalist under the influence of her parents
D
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TutorVista.com only hires experienced tutors. Most have a master or Ph.D. degree as well as 5-10 years teaching experience and they must pass stringent (严格的) certification exams.
You can schedule sessions with your preferred tutor in advance. Using a technology called VoIP, a student and a tutor talk naturally with headphones and microphones. The student and the tutor also share a “whiteboard” that they both can write on. No special software is required but a headset with microphone is recommended. The company takes advantage of the highly educated, low-wage-base Indian population to offer the most cost-effective online tutoring service on the Internet.
Pros:
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Cons:
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47. What may be discussed next?
A. Reviews on other tutoring websites.
B. The best service provided by TutorVista.
C. The qualified teachers from TutorVista.
D. The great benefit of learning on TutorVista.
48. How much do you have to pay if you make a contract for 1.5 years with TutorVista?
A. $1,800. B. $1,200. C. $900. D. $2,000.
49. TutorVista is able to provide world-class tutoring because .
A. it pays good salary to tutors
B. it only hires tutors of high quality
C. it has advanced equipment
D. it provides face to face tutoring
50. How can a student get help from his tutor when he has problems?
A. He can communicate with the tutor through chatting online.
B. He can call the tutor directly anytime.
C. He can write an email to his tutor and wait for the reply online.
D. He must wait some days to meet the tutor personally.
E
Many people say they cannot start their day without first having a cup of coffee or tea. People say these drinks help them think clearly and feel more awake. This is because of caffeine, a substance found in some plants. It helps to give the start to the nervous system. Now a new report says it may also improve long-term memory.
Michael Yassa is a neurobiology professor at the University of California, Irvine. He and other researchers wanted to know if caffeine could improve what they called memory consolidation (记忆巩固). They asked a group of individuals to learn something new, and then the same people were given caffeine—the active ingredient in coffee, tea and chocolate.
They worked with a group of 160 people who were caffeine free. On the first day, all the subjects were shown pictures of everyday objects. They were asked to tell whether the pictures could be found inside the house or outdoors. Some of the subjects were then given a caffeine pill; the others were given a pill containing no caffeine. On the second day, all of the subjects were asked to look at more pictures. Some of the images were exactly the ones they had seen 24 hours early. But other images were quite different. The participants(参与者) had to decide whether the images they saw were the same as or different from the ones on the first day.
Professor Yassa says their answers help to show the effects of caffeine on memory. He says those who took the caffeine pills had a ten to twelve percent increase in their ability to remember the objects. The amount of caffeine used in the study was similar to one cup of strong coffee. Professor Yassa says pills with a little more caffeine also increased memory, but resulted in some participants appearing more nervous.
51. What does the underlined word “it” in the first paragraph refer to?
A. A cup of coffee. B. Caffeine.
C. The plant. D. A cup of tea.
52. Professor Michael Yassa did the research in order to 　　　.
A. ask people to learn something new
B. encourage people to drink more coffee
C. find out that coffee, tea and chocolate contain caffeine
D. make sure that caffeine has a good effect on memory
53. Which of the following is TRUE about the research?
A. The participants didn’t take caffeine before.
B. Some of the participants were not given pills.
C. The pictures shown in the two days were the same.
D. The researchers showed people pictures taken outside.
54. What can we learn about caffeine pills?
A. Caffeine pills do a lot of harm to health.
B. A caffeine pill is equal to a cup of coffee.
C. Caffeine pills can improve the memory to some degree.
D. The more caffeine the pills contain, the better the effects will be.
55. What’s the best title for the text?
A. How to improve the memory
B. Drink a cup of coffee every day
C. Keep energetic by taking caffeine pills
D. Caffeine helps improve long-term memory
第三部分 写作 (共两个写作任务，满分35分)
写作一（满分15分）
请结合图画，用英文写作。词数不少于60。
要求：
(1) 就此图画发表你的看法；
(2) 紧扣图画，有明确的观点。
写作二（满分20分）
10月20日上午，你们学校进行了一场英语演讲比赛，请你根据下面的提示以An English-speaking contest held in our school为题给你校的英语刊物写一篇新闻报道：
1. 来自三个年级共18人参加了比赛，比赛持续2个小时，包括朗诵和讲故事两个部分；
2. 由于比赛之前都做了充分准备，选手表现很优秀；
3. 来自某大学的3位教授做评委，最终3人获得一等奖, 奖品为笔记本电脑；
4. 这次比赛体现了参赛者的英语水平，同时也激发了同学们学习英语的热情。
注意：1. 可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
2. 词数不少于80。
参考答案：
1-15 DABBA CDBAC DBACD
16-35 CBDAB ABDCA CDCDB ABDCA
36-55 CDBAC ABBDD BACBA BDACD
写作一
As is shown in the picture, the talented person can’t fly or move as he wishes because his foot is tied to the heavy stone marked with Laziness. It is clear that laziness has a negative effect on his achievement however talented he is. From this we can easily draw a conclusion that diligence and talent act as two strong supportive wings that help us fly high and achieve our dreams. In any case we should keep it in mind that working hard is the base for realizing our dreams.
写作二
An English-speaking contest held in our school
An English-speaking contest was held in our school on the morning of October 20.
Eighteen students from three grades participated in the contest. The contest, which lasted two hours, consisted of two parts: reciting and telling stories. All the participants performed wonderfully because they had made adequate preparations before the contest. Three professors from a university acted as judges. The judges, who thought highly of the students’ English, gave a mark to the contestants’ performance on the spot. In the end three students won first prizes. And each of them was awarded a laptop as the prize.
This competition not only showed our students’ English level, but also aroused our students’ interest in learning English.