UNIT 2 单元验收评价(二) 仿真高考检测
(时间100分钟，满分120分)
第一部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Canyoning (峡谷漂流)
The sports of canyoning explore the high-energy environment where water meets rock on the coast.Protected by wetsuits and helmets, people jump from cliffs (悬崖) and waterfalls and discover caves that would not normally be arrived at.
It was first done in the UK by TYF Adventure (01437 721611, www.) and several thousand people jump from the cliffs near St David's each year.A half day canyoning trip costs ￡50 (￡30 for children under 16)．
Diving
Diving is not popular with British people.The difficulties of wild waters are greater because the water is colder and not clear enough, but the coasts of Cornwall, Wales and Scotland have some of the best diving in the world.
The British Sub Aqua Club (0870 112 9133, www.bsac.com) and the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (01580 819688, www.) run courses teaching the important skills.
Surfing
The best surfing places in the UK are on the southwest coast where it is warmer, especially in Cornwall.The best time of year to surf in the UK is late summer and autumn when water temperatures are warmer.The British Surfing Association (01479 861256, www.britsurf.co.uk) has a list of famous surf schools around the country.
Rock climbing
The most popular natural rocks in Britain include the Peak District, the Lake District, while large areas of Scotland are a climber's ideal place.Climbing courses and climbing walls can be found on the website of the British Mountaineering Council (0870 010 4878, www.thebmc.co.uk) which offers a series of short films that take the new climber through a step-by-step guide to visiting a climbing wall for the first time.
语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了四种运动项目以及相应的组织机构的相关信息。
1．If a couple with their child of 15 join in Canyoning for a day, they will pay ________.
A．￡130 B．￡160
C．￡260 D．￡320
解析：选C 细节理解题。根据Canyoning部分中的第二句可知，半天的旅行一个人是50英镑，16岁以下的孩子30英镑，所以两个成人加一个15岁的孩子一天所需要的费用是(50＋50＋30)*2＝260。
2．To go surfing, you may phone ________.
A．01479 861256 B．0870 010 4878
C．01437 721611 D．0870 112 9133
解析：选A 细节理解题。根据Surfing部分中的最后一句可知，想要去冲浪，你需要拨打电话01479 861256。
3．Which of the following is NOT well accepted by British people
A．Canyoning. B．Diving.
C．Surfing. D．Rock climbing.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据Diving部分中的“Diving is not popular with British people.”可知，潜水不受英国人的欢迎。
B
Once I spoke at a high school. After the speech, I was asked to see a special student. An illness had kept the boy at home, but he had expressed an interest in meeting me, and it would mean a great deal to him. I agreed. He was Matthew. When he was born, the doctor told his parents that he would not live to see five; then they were told he would not make it to ten. Now he was thirteen. He wanted to meet me because I was a gold-medal weight lifter, and I knew about overcoming obstacles and going for my dreams.
I spent over an hour talking to Matthew. Never once did he complain (抱怨). He spoke about winning and succeeding and going for his dreams. He knew what he was talking about. He just talked about his hopes for the future, and how one day he wanted to lift weight with me.
When we finished talking, I went to my briefcase and pulled out the first gold medal I won and put it around his neck. I told him he was more of a winner and knew more about success and overcoming obstacles than I ever would. He looked at it for a moment, then took it off and handed it back to me. He said, “You are a champion. You earned that medal. Someday when I get to the Olympics and win my own medal, I will show it to you.”
Last summer I got the news that Matthew had died and a letter Matthew had written to me a few days before：
Dear Rick，
My mom said I should send you a thank-you letter for the picture you sent me. The doctors tell me that I don't have long to live any more. But I still smile as much as I can.
I told you someday I was going to the Olympics and win a gold medal. But I know now I'll never make it. But I know I'm a champion.
Thank you for loving me.
Your friend，
Matthew
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者作为一位奥运会举重冠军鼓励一个生来就患有严重疾病的男孩马修的故事。
4．Why did the boy wish to meet the author
A．He enjoyed weightlifting.
B．He admired the author very much.
C．He hoped to make friends with the author.
D．He wished to take part in the Olympics.
解析：选B 推理判断题。根据首段末句可知，这个男孩想见作者是因为作者是一位举重冠军，知道如何克服障碍和追求梦想，由此可知男孩十分钦佩作者。
5．What can we know from the text
A．Matthew was good at weightlifting.
B．Rick had the similar disease as the child.
C．Matthew never gave up in the face of disease.
D．Rick encouraged the boy to become a champion.
解析：选C 推理判断题。根据第二段第二、三句可知，马修从来都不抱怨自己所患的疾病，他谈论的是获胜和追求梦想，这说明他面对疾病并没有放弃。
6．Why did the boy refuse the author's medal
A．He didn't need Rick's pity.
B．He thought he was not worthy of it.
C．The gold medal was very dear to Rick.
D．Rick looked on the medal as the most important thing.
解析：选A 推理判断题。根据第三段末句可知，小男孩不需要作者的金牌，他认为自己可以参加奥运会赢得自己的金牌，由此可知他不需要别人的同情。
7．What can be inferred from Matthew's letter
A．Rick was unhappy before death.
B．Rick kept in touch with Matthew.
C．Matthew sent some pictures to Rick.
D．Matthew got an Olympic gold medal.
解析：选B 推理判断题。根据马修给作者的信件的首句可知，作者后来还给男孩寄照片，说明他们一直保持联系。
C
“Our aim is to take our art to the world and make people understand what it is to move，” said David Belle, the founder of parkour.
Do you love running It is a good exercise, yet many people find it boring.But what if making your morning jog a creative one Like jumping from walls and over gaps, and ground rolls Just like James Bond in the movie Casino Royale Bond jumps down from a roof to a windowsill and then runs several blocks over obstacles on the way.It is just because of Bond's wonderful performances that the sport has become popular worldwide.
Yes, that's parkour, an extreme street sport aimed at moving from one point to another as quickly as possible, getting over all the barriers in the path using only the abilities of the human body.Parkour is considered an extreme sport.As its participants dash around a city, they may jump over fences, run up walls and even move from rooftop to rooftop.
Parkour can be just as exciting and charming as it sounds, but its participants see parkour much more than that.
Overcoming all the obstacles on the course and in life is part of the philosophy behind parkour.This is the same as life.You must determine your destination, go straight, jump over all the barriers as if in parkour and never fall back in your life, to reach the destination successfully.A parkour lover said, “I love parkour because its philosophy has become my life, my way to do everything.”
Another philosophy we've learnt from parkour is freedom.It can be done by anyone, at any time, anywhere in the world.It is a kind of expression of trust in yourself.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章介绍了跑酷运动的起源、特点和此运动蕴含的哲理。
8．Parkour has become popular throughout the world because of ________.
A．its founder, David Belle
B．the varieties of participants
C．its risks and tricks
D．the film, Casino Royale
解析：选D 细节理解题。根据第二段最后一句可知，因为James Bond在电影Casino Royale中的精彩跑酷表演使得这项运动在全世界流行。
9．The underlined word “obstacles” in Paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to “________”．
A．streets B．objects
C．roofs D．barriers
解析：选D 词义猜测题。根据第三段对跑酷的介绍“that's parkour, an extreme street sport aimed at moving from one point to another as quickly as possible, getting over all the barriers in the path using only the abilities of the human body”可知，画线部分“over obstacles on the way”与第三段中的“getting over all the barriers in the path”意思一致，指跨越路上的障碍，故obstacles与barriers同义。
10．Which of the following is the philosophy of parkour
A．Sports and extremes.
B．Determination and freedom.
C．Dreams and success.
D．Excitement and popularity.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据第五段前三句可知，跑酷蕴含的一个哲理是决心。根据最后一段第一句可知，蕴含的另一个哲理是自由。
11．Which of the following is TRUE of parkour
A．It is a team sport.
B．It is a good but boring sport.
C．It needs special training.
D．It challenges human abilities.
解析：选D 推理判断题。根据第三段第二句及第四段中的“Parkour can be just as exciting and charming as it sounds”可知，跑酷是极限运动，像听起来那样刺激和迷人。由此可知，它挑战人类的能力。
D
A study has found that a lifetime of regular exercise and activity can slow down the aging process and a life of movement and exercise may help us live longer and healthier.
For their study, the researchers looked at two groups.The first group was made up of 125 non-professional cyclists between the ages of 55 and 79.This group included 84 healthy men and 41 healthy women.We will call this group the “cyclists”．
Researchers then found 130 people to make up a second group.Within this group, 75 people were aged from 57 to 80.The other 55 were between the ages of 20 to 36.The people in this group were also healthy, but they didn't exercise regularly.We will call this group the “non-exercisers”．Smokers, heavy drinkers of alcohol and people with other health problems were not included in the study.
Then, researchers gave both groups a series of tests.They tested their muscle mass (肌肉质量), muscular strength, percentages of body fat and the strength of their immune systems. Then the researchers compared the results of the two groups.
Results showed that the cyclists didn't experience body changes usually regarded as a normal aging process.For example, they didn't lose muscle mass or muscular strength.Also, their body fat didn't increase with age.The researchers also found something they had not expected.The study showed that the immune systems of the cyclists didn't age either.The researchers advise us all to find an exercise that we like in our lives.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章讲述终生坚持有规律的运动和锻炼可以减缓衰老进程，帮助我们活得更长寿、更健康。
12．How did the researchers carry out the study
A．By listing lots of example.
B．By reasoning the possible results.
C．By discussing people's different habits.
D．By comparing two groups of subjects.
解析：选D 细节理解题。根据第二段第一句和倒数第二段最后一句可知，研究者是通过对比两组研究对象来进行研究的。
13．What can we know about the research
A．Smokers could also join in the study.
B．People taking part in the study were all healthy.
C．The “cyclists” group included 130 professional cyclists.
D．The “non-exercisers” group were between the ages of 57 and 80.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“This group included 84 healthy men and 41 healthy women.”和第三段中的“The people in this group were also healthy”可知，参与研究的人都很健康。
14．Which was an unexpected result to the researchers
A．The non-exercisers put on weight easily.
B．The cyclists had a normal aging process.
C．The cyclists' immune systems changed little.
D．The non-exercisers' immune systems were easy to break down.
解析：选C 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“The researchers also found something they had not expected.The study showed that the immune systems of the cyclists didn't age either.”可知，研究人员意料之外的结果是，“骑车人”的免疫系统几乎没有变化。
15．Which of the following can be the best title for the text
A．Healthy People Need More Exercise
B．Take an Exercise — the More, the Better
C．A Lifetime of Exercise Slows Down the Aging Process
D．Cycling Is the Best Way to Slow Down the Aging Process
解析：选C 标题归纳题。阅读文章内容，根据第一段中的“A study has found that a lifetime of regular exercise and activity can slow down the aging process”可知，本文主要讲述终生的锻炼可以减缓衰老过程。故C项适合作本文标题。
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。
The Best Ways to Lose Weight with Walking
Walking regularly is the easiest and least expensive form of exercise.Except for a good pair of walking shoes, no special equipment is needed.It is not necessary to join a gym.__16__.You can walk every day with no “rest days” in between.There is nothing to learn; people already know how to walk.There are, however, a few important things to keep in mind when walking to lose weight.
·Ways to lose weight by walking
The first way to begin to lose weight by walking is to start walking.The initial goal should be 10,000 steps per day.Using a simple pedometer (计步器) attached to the waistband or on a belt will help you to count your daily steps.Consistency — even 10 minutes 3 times a day at first will produce the immediate results.__17__.
·__18__
It is very important to check with your medical professional before beginning any exercise program; especially if you are over age 65, have been required sitting or little activity for more than a year，or have been diagnosed with heart disease，pregnancy，high blood pressure, or any other medical conditions.
·How to walk to lose weight
A good walking technique will help you achieve the physical or mental energy you need to walk consistently for the amount of time you have set for your goal.Making sure that you are using your large muscles correctly will also help to build your muscles.__19__.
Walking regularly can aid in muscle growth and increase the amount of calories you burn throughout the day.Eating a healthy low-fat diet will raise your metabolism (新陈代谢)．__20__.If paired the calorie burn with the correct diet, it can lead to a better form of weight loss.
A．Limit your “bad” fat intake
B．Begin a walking program with suitable physical qualities
C．For example, take the stairs rather than taking the elevator
D．It can be done anywhere and anytime, alone or with friends
E．These two methods will help lead to a safe 1 to 2 pound weight loss per week
F．Strong muscles burn more calories throughout the day, even when you are not walking
G．But slowly increasing the time and the distance will encourage your weight-loss efforts
语篇解读：本文是一篇议论文。文章论述了为什么散步是减肥的最好方法及注意事项。
16．选D 根据上文“除了一双好的步行鞋，不需要其他特殊的装备。也没有必要去健身房。”可知，D项“它可以在任何地点和任何时间、单独或与朋友一起完成”符合此处语境，进一步说明步行是最简单最便宜的运动方式。
17．选G 根据上文“坚持下去，开始的时候即使每天3次，每次10分钟，也会产生立竿见影的效果。”可知，G项“但慢慢增加时间和距离将鼓励你为减肥所做出的努力”符合此处语境。其中G选项中的“the time”与上文中的“even 10 minutes 3 times a day”相对应。
18．选B 根据下文“在开始任何锻炼计划之前，咨询你的医学专家是非常重要的”可知，在开始步行减肥之前，应该先了解自己的身体状况，B项“开始一个适合身体素质的步行计划”能概括本段主旨。
19．选F 根据上文“确保正确使用大块肌肉也有助于锻炼肌肉”可知，F项“强壮的肌肉在白天消耗更多的卡路里，即使你不走路”符合此处语境。原文中的“large muscles”与F项中的“Strong muscles”相对应。
20．选E 根据上文“有规律的散步可以帮助肌肉生长，增加你一天中消耗的热量。健康的低脂饮食会提高你的新陈代谢。”可知，E项“这两种方法将有助于每周安全地减重1到2磅。”符合此处语境，总结上文两种方法。
第二部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When I was young, I often had outdoor activities. One day, we decided to hold an archery (射箭) __21__， shooting plastic animals. It was a __22__ activity, and it was great to relax with my friends.
That day, the first target was a “__23__”. One of our friends was about to shoot it when a strange woman came __24__ from her car parked beside the road. My friend __25__ shooting as she kept walking before the target. We were puzzled until we __26__ that she thought our target was a __27__ deer. We tried to explain, but she totally __28__ it.
All the competitors came to see what was happening. I rushed to stop her because she was still trying hard to __29__ this “poor animal”. I pulled the head of the deer off its body to __30__ it was artificial (人造的). The woman was too __31__ to speak for a long time. She then said “Sorry”， walked away __32__ with a red face, and returned to her __33__.
We decided to replace the deer with a false snake. And we thought no one __34__ to stop us. Anyhow, the woman was worth __35__ for her determination to protect wild animals.
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了在一次射箭比赛中，一位女士不顾自身安危保护一头鹿，结果却是一场误会的故事。
21．A.competition B．party
C．meeting D．class
解析：选A 根据第三段第一句可知，作者和朋友们举行了射箭比赛。
22．A.boring B．wonderful
C．necessary D．valuable
解析：选B 根据空后的“it was great to relax with my friends”可知，这次活动很精彩。
23．A.fox B．snake
C．deer D．sheep
解析：选C 根据最后两段的“deer”可知，靶子是一头塑料鹿。
24．A.disappearing B．escaping
C．laughing D．shouting
解析：选D 根据下文这位女士保护小鹿的行为可知，此处是指这位女士从她停放在路边的车子里大喊着跑过来。
25．A.continued B．stopped
C．hated D．practised
解析：选B 根据空后的“she kept walking before the target”可知，作者的朋友停止了射箭。
26．A.noticed B．doubted
C．hoped D．understood
解析：选D 根据空后“she thought our target was a ________ deer”可知，作者和朋友们明白了那位女士以为朋友是在射一头真(real)鹿。
27．A.brave B．dirty
C．real D．dead
解析：选C 参见上题解析。
28．A.disregarded B．forgot
C．minded D．changed
解析：选A 根据下文“I rushed to stop her because she was still trying hard to”可知，那位女士完全不听他们的解释。disregard“忽视，无视”。
29．A.steal B．calm
C．attack D．protect
解析：选D 根据上文那位女士阻止作者和朋友们射鹿可知，她是想保护小鹿。
30．A.find B．learn
C．show D．decide
解析：选C 根据下文那位女士的反应可知，作者把鹿头取了下来，目的是想证明这头鹿是假的。
31．A.bored B．shocked
C．worried D．tired
解析：选B 根据空后的“to speak for a long time”可知，那位女士太震惊了，好长时间不能说话。
32．A.quickly B．thankfully
C．happily D．proudly
解析：选A 根据空后的“with a red face”可知，那位女士红着脸快速地走开了。
33．A.office B．car
C．home D．seat
解析：选B 根据上文“a strange woman came ________from her car”可知，这位妇女应该是回到了车上。
34．A.needed B．wanted
C．dared D．waited
解析：选C 根据本段首句可知，作者和朋友们决定用假蛇代替鹿作为靶子，他们认为这样就没有人敢阻止他们了。
35．A.praising B．loving
C．trusting D．thanking
解析：选A 根据空前的“Anyhow”可知，他们认为这位女士保护野生动物的决心值得表扬。
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。
Exercise is one of the most important __36__ (part) of keeping your body at a healthy weight.We also know that staying fit and healthy is very vital.Exercise can help prevent weight gain.If you can't afford to pay the gym __37__ visit every day, don't worry — just become active throughout the day.
When you exercise __38__ (regular), you are in better chances of __39__ (improve) your mood. It can also increase your confidence.Besides, it will better your appearance, __40__ means your body will be in good shape.Regular exercise is also good __41__ physical fitness and good health.Apart from weight control, exercise can also delay your aging process.
__42__ you don't exercise, your muscles will become very weak.Also, your heart and lungs might not __43__ (function) as well and you are more likely to get injured.Inactivity is as much of a health risk as smoking.
Make sure that an exercise plan__44__ (make), so you can know when and what you should do.However, don't over-exercise yourself because doing too much exercise on a daily basis will have __45__ (harm) results.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要说明了运动的积极作用及其重要性。
36．parts 考查固定用法。分析句子可知，one of＋形容词最高级＋可数名词复数表示“最……之一”，为固定用法。
37．a 考查冠词。pay a visit“拜访”，是固定短语。
38．regularly 考查副词。修饰动词exercise，应用副词。
39．improving 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知，空格处应为动名词形式作介词of的宾语。
40．which 考查定语从句。分析句子结构可知，空处应为关系代词，引导非限制性定语从句，修饰整个主句内容，关系词在从句中作主语，that不能引导非限制性定语从句。故填which。
41．for 考查短语。句意：经常锻炼对身体健康也有好处。分析句意可知，此处为固定搭配，be good for sth.“对……有好处”。
42．If 考查连词。句意：如果你不锻炼，你的肌肉会萎缩。根据句意可知，此处应填if作连词引导条件状语从句，表示“如果”。
43．function 考查动词。句意：此外，你的心脏和肺可能无法正常工作，你更有可能受伤。情态动词might后接动词原形。
44．is made 考查动词时态、语态和主谓一致。此处描述一个客观事实，用一般现在时。分析句子可知，make与宾语从句的主语an exercise plan为动宾关系，应用被动语态，且主语an exercise plan是单数，故填is made。
45．harmful 考查形容词。句意：但是，不要运动过度，因为每天做太多的运动会产生有害的结果。修饰名词results用形容词。
第三部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是李华，你的新西兰朋友Peter在学习中国功夫(kung fu)时发现困难重重，得知你中国功夫练得不错，发来邮件向你求助。请根据所给提示，给他回一封电子邮件。内容包括：
1．表示安慰；
2．提供建议；
3．表达祝愿。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Dear Peter，
Yours，
Li Hua
参考范文：
Dear Peter，
I'm sorry to learn that you are struggling with Chinese kung fu.Actually, there is no need to feel upset.Here I'd like to offer you some suggestions.
To begin with, it would be wise to learn from a nice coach, whose professional guidance will definitely be beneficial to improving your kung fu.Additionally, you are advised to join a club so that you can practice regularly with others.Some classic teaching videos may be of great use as well.Rome is not built in a day.It is time and patience that contribute to improvement.
I hope you'll find these suggestions helpful and I'm sure you will have fun practicing Chinese kung fu.
Yours，
Li Hua
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。
One day, my brother and I were alone in our apartment. The reason was that my parents had both gone for a ball party and had left me in charge of everything. I was doing my homework while my younger brother was watching TV. All of a sudden, the doorbell rang. Ding-Dong! Ding-Dong! My younger brother had rushed to the door before I decided to answer the door. We both thought that our parents had come home. As a result, he unlocked the door and opened it.
Outside of the house stood a man who wore a black raincoat and black rubber boots. He looked no different from other people and he said that he was a salesman and asked politely if our mother or father was at home.
Without any thinking, my brother said, “No.” He asked if we would like to buy some comic books, which he was selling. I quickly explained to him that we were not supposed to buy anything without our parents' permission. However, it seemed that he was not willing to follow my advice and he had an intention to enter our house.
Then, I realized something terrible would happen. As I was about to close the door, he forced his way into our house. He took out a knife and forced me to tie up my brother's hands with some rope which he took out from his pocket. I tied up his hands but I tied it in a special way so my brother could untie the rope as we often did. The man then tied my hands up and locked both of us in the kitchen.
Soon, he went upstairs to search the bedroom for something valuable. I managed to teach my brother to untie the rope on his hands. He then untied my rope. I rushed to the telephone to call the police, but the line was dead.
注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Paragraph 1：
The doors were all locked from the outside and what's more, I did not have the keys.
Paragraph 2：
Just at the same time our parents came back home.
参考范文：
Paragraph 1：
The doors were all locked from the outside and what's more, I did not have the keys. But luckily, the man forgot to lock the kitchen window. Both my brother and I managed to get out of the house through the window and we ran to the nearby police station and asked them for help. The police arrived at our house as soon as possible. And as a result, the man was caught.
Paragraph 2：
Just at the same time our parents came back home. The police asked my family to go to the police station. The police told us that the man was a wanted robber pretending to sell comic books and they had been looking for him for a long time. The police praised my brother and me for our bravery. After we went back home, I told my parents the whole story about the robbery. They were thankful that we were not hurt but they scolded me for not stopping my brother from opening the door for strangers. I learned a lesson on safety and responsibility.UNIT 2 单元验收评价(二) 仿真高考检测
(时间100分钟，满分120分)
第一部分 阅读(共两节，满分50分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分)
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出最佳选项。
A
Canyoning (峡谷漂流)
The sports of canyoning explore the high-energy environment where water meets rock on the coast.Protected by wetsuits and helmets, people jump from cliffs (悬崖) and waterfalls and discover caves that would not normally be arrived at.
It was first done in the UK by TYF Adventure (01437 721611, www.) and several thousand people jump from the cliffs near St David's each year.A half day canyoning trip costs ￡50 (￡30 for children under 16)．
Diving
Diving is not popular with British people.The difficulties of wild waters are greater because the water is colder and not clear enough, but the coasts of Cornwall, Wales and Scotland have some of the best diving in the world.
The British Sub Aqua Club (0870 112 9133, www.bsac.com) and the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (01580 819688, www.) run courses teaching the important skills.
Surfing
The best surfing places in the UK are on the southwest coast where it is warmer, especially in Cornwall.The best time of year to surf in the UK is late summer and autumn when water temperatures are warmer.The British Surfing Association (01479 861256, www.britsurf.co.uk) has a list of famous surf schools around the country.
Rock climbing
The most popular natural rocks in Britain include the Peak District, the Lake District, while large areas of Scotland are a climber's ideal place.Climbing courses and climbing walls can be found on the website of the British Mountaineering Council (0870 010 4878, www.thebmc.co.uk) which offers a series of short films that take the new climber through a step-by-step guide to visiting a climbing wall for the first time.
1．If a couple with their child of 15 join in Canyoning for a day, they will pay ________.
A．￡130 B．￡160
C．￡260 D．￡320
2．To go surfing, you may phone ________.
A．01479 861256 B．0870 010 4878
C．01437 721611 D．0870 112 9133
3．Which of the following is NOT well accepted by British people
A．Canyoning. B．Diving.
C．Surfing. D．Rock climbing.
B
Once I spoke at a high school. After the speech, I was asked to see a special student. An illness had kept the boy at home, but he had expressed an interest in meeting me, and it would mean a great deal to him. I agreed. He was Matthew. When he was born, the doctor told his parents that he would not live to see five; then they were told he would not make it to ten. Now he was thirteen. He wanted to meet me because I was a gold-medal weight lifter, and I knew about overcoming obstacles and going for my dreams.
I spent over an hour talking to Matthew. Never once did he complain (抱怨). He spoke about winning and succeeding and going for his dreams. He knew what he was talking about. He just talked about his hopes for the future, and how one day he wanted to lift weight with me.
When we finished talking, I went to my briefcase and pulled out the first gold medal I won and put it around his neck. I told him he was more of a winner and knew more about success and overcoming obstacles than I ever would. He looked at it for a moment, then took it off and handed it back to me. He said, “You are a champion. You earned that medal. Someday when I get to the Olympics and win my own medal, I will show it to you.”
Last summer I got the news that Matthew had died and a letter Matthew had written to me a few days before：
Dear Rick，
My mom said I should send you a thank-you letter for the picture you sent me. The doctors tell me that I don't have long to live any more. But I still smile as much as I can.
I told you someday I was going to the Olympics and win a gold medal. But I know now I'll never make it. But I know I'm a champion.
Thank you for loving me.
Your friend，
Matthew
4．Why did the boy wish to meet the author
A．He enjoyed weightlifting.
B．He admired the author very much.
C．He hoped to make friends with the author.
D．He wished to take part in the Olympics.
5．What can we know from the text
A．Matthew was good at weightlifting.
B．Rick had the similar disease as the child.
C．Matthew never gave up in the face of disease.
D．Rick encouraged the boy to become a champion.
6．Why did the boy refuse the author's medal
A．He didn't need Rick's pity.
B．He thought he was not worthy of it.
C．The gold medal was very dear to Rick.
D．Rick looked on the medal as the most important thing.
7．What can be inferred from Matthew's letter
A．Rick was unhappy before death.
B．Rick kept in touch with Matthew.
C．Matthew sent some pictures to Rick.
D．Matthew got an Olympic gold medal.
C
“Our aim is to take our art to the world and make people understand what it is to move，” said David Belle, the founder of parkour.
Do you love running It is a good exercise, yet many people find it boring.But what if making your morning jog a creative one Like jumping from walls and over gaps, and ground rolls Just like James Bond in the movie Casino Royale Bond jumps down from a roof to a windowsill and then runs several blocks over obstacles on the way.It is just because of Bond's wonderful performances that the sport has become popular worldwide.
Yes, that's parkour, an extreme street sport aimed at moving from one point to another as quickly as possible, getting over all the barriers in the path using only the abilities of the human body.Parkour is considered an extreme sport.As its participants dash around a city, they may jump over fences, run up walls and even move from rooftop to rooftop.
Parkour can be just as exciting and charming as it sounds, but its participants see parkour much more than that.
Overcoming all the obstacles on the course and in life is part of the philosophy behind parkour.This is the same as life.You must determine your destination, go straight, jump over all the barriers as if in parkour and never fall back in your life, to reach the destination successfully.A parkour lover said, “I love parkour because its philosophy has become my life, my way to do everything.”
Another philosophy we've learnt from parkour is freedom.It can be done by anyone, at any time, anywhere in the world.It is a kind of expression of trust in yourself.
8．Parkour has become popular throughout the world because of ________.
A．its founder, David Belle
B．the varieties of participants
C．its risks and tricks
D．the film, Casino Royale
9．The underlined word “obstacles” in Paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to “________”．
A．streets B．objects
C．roofs D．barriers
10．Which of the following is the philosophy of parkour
A．Sports and extremes.
B．Determination and freedom.
C．Dreams and success.
D．Excitement and popularity.
11．Which of the following is TRUE of parkour
A．It is a team sport.
B．It is a good but boring sport.
C．It needs special training.
D．It challenges human abilities.
D
A study has found that a lifetime of regular exercise and activity can slow down the aging process and a life of movement and exercise may help us live longer and healthier.
For their study, the researchers looked at two groups.The first group was made up of 125 non-professional cyclists between the ages of 55 and 79.This group included 84 healthy men and 41 healthy women.We will call this group the “cyclists”．
Researchers then found 130 people to make up a second group.Within this group, 75 people were aged from 57 to 80.The other 55 were between the ages of 20 to 36.The people in this group were also healthy, but they didn't exercise regularly.We will call this group the “non-exercisers”．Smokers, heavy drinkers of alcohol and people with other health problems were not included in the study.
Then, researchers gave both groups a series of tests.They tested their muscle mass (肌肉质量), muscular strength, percentages of body fat and the strength of their immune systems. Then the researchers compared the results of the two groups.
Results showed that the cyclists didn't experience body changes usually regarded as a normal aging process.For example, they didn't lose muscle mass or muscular strength.Also, their body fat didn't increase with age.The researchers also found something they had not expected.The study showed that the immune systems of the cyclists didn't age either.The researchers advise us all to find an exercise that we like in our lives.
12．How did the researchers carry out the study
A．By listing lots of example.
B．By reasoning the possible results.
C．By discussing people's different habits.
D．By comparing two groups of subjects.
13．What can we know about the research
A．Smokers could also join in the study.
B．People taking part in the study were all healthy.
C．The “cyclists” group included 130 professional cyclists.
D．The “non-exercisers” group were between the ages of 57 and 80.
14．Which was an unexpected result to the researchers
A．The non-exercisers put on weight easily.
B．The cyclists had a normal aging process.
C．The cyclists' immune systems changed little.
D．The non-exercisers' immune systems were easy to break down.
15．Which of the following can be the best title for the text
A．Healthy People Need More Exercise
B．Take an Exercise — the More, the Better
C．A Lifetime of Exercise Slows Down the Aging Process
D．Cycling Is the Best Way to Slow Down the Aging Process
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。
The Best Ways to Lose Weight with Walking
Walking regularly is the easiest and least expensive form of exercise.Except for a good pair of walking shoes, no special equipment is needed.It is not necessary to join a gym.__16__.You can walk every day with no “rest days” in between.There is nothing to learn; people already know how to walk.There are, however, a few important things to keep in mind when walking to lose weight.
·Ways to lose weight by walking
The first way to begin to lose weight by walking is to start walking.The initial goal should be 10,000 steps per day.Using a simple pedometer (计步器) attached to the waistband or on a belt will help you to count your daily steps.Consistency — even 10 minutes 3 times a day at first will produce the immediate results.__17__.
·__18__
It is very important to check with your medical professional before beginning any exercise program; especially if you are over age 65, have been required sitting or little activity for more than a year，or have been diagnosed with heart disease，pregnancy，high blood pressure, or any other medical conditions.
·How to walk to lose weight
A good walking technique will help you achieve the physical or mental energy you need to walk consistently for the amount of time you have set for your goal.Making sure that you are using your large muscles correctly will also help to build your muscles.__19__.
Walking regularly can aid in muscle growth and increase the amount of calories you burn throughout the day.Eating a healthy low-fat diet will raise your metabolism (新陈代谢)．__20__.If paired the calorie burn with the correct diet, it can lead to a better form of weight loss.
A．Limit your “bad” fat intake
B．Begin a walking program with suitable physical qualities
C．For example, take the stairs rather than taking the elevator
D．It can be done anywhere and anytime, alone or with friends
E．These two methods will help lead to a safe 1 to 2 pound weight loss per week
F．Strong muscles burn more calories throughout the day, even when you are not walking
G．But slowly increasing the time and the distance will encourage your weight-loss efforts
第二部分 语言运用(共两节，满分30分)
第一节(共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分)
阅读下面短文，从每题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
When I was young, I often had outdoor activities. One day, we decided to hold an archery (射箭) __21__， shooting plastic animals. It was a __22__ activity, and it was great to relax with my friends.
That day, the first target was a “__23__”. One of our friends was about to shoot it when a strange woman came __24__ from her car parked beside the road. My friend __25__ shooting as she kept walking before the target. We were puzzled until we __26__ that she thought our target was a __27__ deer. We tried to explain, but she totally __28__ it.
All the competitors came to see what was happening. I rushed to stop her because she was still trying hard to __29__ this “poor animal”. I pulled the head of the deer off its body to __30__ it was artificial (人造的). The woman was too __31__ to speak for a long time. She then said “Sorry”， walked away __32__ with a red face, and returned to her __33__.
We decided to replace the deer with a false snake. And we thought no one __34__ to stop us. Anyhow, the woman was worth __35__ for her determination to protect wild animals.
21．A.competition B．party
C．meeting D．class
22．A.boring B．wonderful
C．necessary D．valuable
23．A.fox B．snake
C．deer D．sheep
24．A.disappearing B．escaping
C．laughing D．shouting
25．A.continued B．stopped
C．hated D．practised
26．A.noticed B．doubted
C．hoped D．understood
27．A.brave B．dirty
C．real D．dead
28．A.disregarded B．forgot
C．minded D．changed
29．A.steal B．calm
C．attack D．protect
30．A.find B．learn
C．show D．decide
31．A.bored B．shocked
C．worried D．tired
32．A.quickly B．thankfully
C．happily D．proudly
33．A.office B．car
C．home D．seat
34．A.needed B．wanted
C．dared D．waited
35．A.praising B．loving
C．trusting D．thanking
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。
Exercise is one of the most important __36__ (part) of keeping your body at a healthy weight.We also know that staying fit and healthy is very vital.Exercise can help prevent weight gain.If you can't afford to pay the gym __37__ visit every day, don't worry — just become active throughout the day.
When you exercise __38__ (regular), you are in better chances of __39__ (improve) your mood. It can also increase your confidence.Besides, it will better your appearance, __40__ means your body will be in good shape.Regular exercise is also good __41__ physical fitness and good health.Apart from weight control, exercise can also delay your aging process.
__42__ you don't exercise, your muscles will become very weak.Also, your heart and lungs might not __43__ (function) as well and you are more likely to get injured.Inactivity is as much of a health risk as smoking.
Make sure that an exercise plan__44__ (make), so you can know when and what you should do.However, don't over-exercise yourself because doing too much exercise on a daily basis will have __45__ (harm) results.
第三部分 写作(共两节，满分40分)
第一节(满分15分)
假定你是李华，你的新西兰朋友Peter在学习中国功夫(kung fu)时发现困难重重，得知你中国功夫练得不错，发来邮件向你求助。请根据所给提示，给他回一封电子邮件。内容包括：
1．表示安慰；
2．提供建议；
3．表达祝愿。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Dear Peter，
Yours，
Li Hua
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。
One day, my brother and I were alone in our apartment. The reason was that my parents had both gone for a ball party and had left me in charge of everything. I was doing my homework while my younger brother was watching TV. All of a sudden, the doorbell rang. Ding-Dong! Ding-Dong! My younger brother had rushed to the door before I decided to answer the door. We both thought that our parents had come home. As a result, he unlocked the door and opened it.
Outside of the house stood a man who wore a black raincoat and black rubber boots. He looked no different from other people and he said that he was a salesman and asked politely if our mother or father was at home.
Without any thinking, my brother said, “No.” He asked if we would like to buy some comic books, which he was selling. I quickly explained to him that we were not supposed to buy anything without our parents' permission. However, it seemed that he was not willing to follow my advice and he had an intention to enter our house.
Then, I realized something terrible would happen. As I was about to close the door, he forced his way into our house. He took out a knife and forced me to tie up my brother's hands with some rope which he took out from his pocket. I tied up his hands but I tied it in a special way so my brother could untie the rope as we often did. The man then tied my hands up and locked both of us in the kitchen.
Soon, he went upstairs to search the bedroom for something valuable. I managed to teach my brother to untie the rope on his hands. He then untied my rope. I rushed to the telephone to call the police, but the line was dead.
注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Paragraph 1：
The doors were all locked from the outside and what's more, I did not have the keys.
Paragraph 2：
Just at the same time our parents came back home.
