UNIT 1 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
HOW WIND FORMS
You'll need：
·Two empty glasses or plastic bottles of the same size
·Hot and cold water
·Red and blue food coloring
·One playing card
·Towels (毛巾), in case of spills
What to do：
Fill one bottle with hot water and the other with very cold water.Be sure each one is filled to the brim.Add several drops of red food coloring to the hot water, and several drops of blue food coloring to the cold water.
Press the playing card against the mouth of the hot-water bottle.Turn the bottle upside down so it's mouth-to-mouth with the cold-water bottle, then carefully slide out the playing card.The hot red water will not mix with the cold blue water.
Keeping the bottles attached at the mouth, carefully turn them over so the blue bottle is on top.The hot red water will rise as the cold blue water sinks, creating purple water.
Cool science：
This experiment uses water to show how wind currents move.“Wind forms because of uneven (不均衡) heating (in the air)，” Donaher says.“Uneven heating creates pressure differences, and that will set the air in motion.” Hotter, less dense air rises (just like the hot red water) while colder, more dense air sinks (like the cold blue water)．The warmer air is less dense, Donaher explains, because its molecules are moving faster and they're farther apart.As lower-pressure, hotter air moves up, cooler air whooshes (呼呼地移动) in to take its place.We feel that as wind.
语篇解读：本文是一篇应用文。文章介绍了一个实验：风是如何形成的。
1．What material does the science experiment need
A．Cloth to keep warm.
B．Two playing cards.
C．Different food coloring.
D．Some colored water.
解析：选C 细节理解题。根据You'll need部分中的“Red and blue food coloring”可知，实验需用到红蓝两种食用色素。
2．Where is the playing card placed during the experiment
A．Around the two bottles.
B．Between mouths of two bottles.
C．In the bottle with warm water.
D．Below the bottom of one bottle.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据What to do部分第二段的第一、二句可知，纸牌是放置在两个对接瓶口之间的。
3．What sets air to move to form wind
A．Water pressure. B．Warmer air.
C．Colder air. D．Air heating.
解析：选D 细节理解题。根据Cool science部分中的“Wind forms because of uneven heating (in the air)”可知，风的形成是因为不均衡的空气热量。
B
Henrik is a kindergarten student living in Evanston, Illinois.Every Tuesday the waste-collecting crews and trucks show up in his neighborhood.The crews arrive to collect the garbage, recycling from people's homes.For a 6-year-old boy who loves trucks, seeing that weekly event is exciting.But one day, he started to run outside and help.
He started pulling out the carts from his house for the crew.Then, he didn't just do his house, he went down the street and pulled all the carts out for his neighbors.A friendship sprang up between Henrik and the recycling collectors.The men would chat with Henrik, and Henrik would tell them about his day.“My staff often told me about this young man，” said Kevin Johnson, who is in charge of recycling in Evanston.“Every Tuesday, like clockwork, he's there to run the route with them.It was nice to know somebody was thinking about us.It was kind of a joy and a thrill for my staff.”
“We thought we should give him something to say thank you and kind of make his day，” Johnson said.One Tuesday, a total of six trucks all lined up in front of Henrik's house.The group gave Henrik a safety vest and hard hat, just like they wear, and then they presented him with an award.The award has a picture of a recycling truck and the department name.It says “Employee Recognition Award”．Henrik said it made him feel like he was part of the team.
Johnson said that Henrik has been a bright spot during many hard weeks.Henrik wrote a thank-you note to the crew.He included a photo that his mom took of the group presenting him his award.“He keeps our staff's spirits up，” Johnson said.“We don't always get that many thank-you notes.”
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章主要讲述了六岁的Henrik义务帮助垃圾回收人员收集垃圾桶，让这些工作人员深受鼓舞的故事，并通过工作人员对Henrik的奖励和认同让读者意识到和谐社会需要大家的共同努力。
4．What does Henrik do with the recycling team on Tuesday
A．Seeing waste-collecting trucks with excitement.
B．Helping collect the carts around the neighbors.
C．Chatting with the recycling collectors.
D．Taking photos of the collecting event.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据第二段中的“he went down the street and pulled all the carts out for his neighbors”可知，Henrik在每周二都会帮助垃圾回收人员收集周围邻居们的垃圾桶。
5．Why did the group give Henrik some gifts and an award
A．To take him on as a new member.
B．To give him a big surprise.
C．To make a friend with him.
D．To recognize his helpful deeds.
解析：选D 推理判断题。根据第三段最后两句中的“Employee Recognition Award”和“Henrik said it made him feel like he was part of the team.”可知，礼物是对Henrik助人为乐的一种认同。
6．What can we infer from the last paragraph
A．Recycling collectors are moved and encouraged.
B．Recycling collectors' job is very demanding.
C．Henrik took a photo with the recycling team.
D．Henrik was satisfied with the gifts and the award.
解析：选A 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“He keeps our staff's spirits up ... We don't always get that many thank-you notes.”可知，他的举动对垃圾回收人员来说是一种巨大的鼓舞，让他们深受感动。
7．Which of the following best describes Henrik
A．Caring. B．Ambitious.
C．Demanding. D．Humorous.
解析：选A 推理判断题。本文通过对六岁的Henrik义务帮助垃圾回收人员收集垃圾桶的事迹赞扬了Henrik的热心和助人为乐。
C
It is not always easy to stay focused on the things we want or need to do.There are many things that can distract (使分心) us and affect completing the tasks that need to be done.Staying focused may take practice, but it is possible.Here is how.
Set some goals for yourself.When people have a clear goal they are working towards, it helps them to stay focused on achieving that goal.It may be helpful if you write down the goal you're working towards and give yourself a time limit to achieve it.This can help you keep track of your progress along the way.
Get rid of all distractions.This includes turning off the radio, TV and cell phones.If you're working on a computer, don't open any extra windows.It's easy to get distracted if you have distractions readily available to you.Tell people that you don't wish to be disturbed between certain times so that you can devote your full attention to what you're doing.You will have to learn how to manage yourself so that you can stay on track.
Set a fixed time to work on certain tasks.Make sure the times don't affect anything else you have to do.It's also important to set the times for hours when you're least likely to be disturbed.If you have children, try to focus on what you need to do when they are at school or sleeping.You may have to make some rearrangements in your daily schedule so that you are able to stay focused when you need to.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要针对怎样集中精力、避免分心提出了几点建议。
8．Why should you write down your goal and set a time limit to it
A．To help you pay attention to it.
B．To give you the direction for progress.
C．To enjoy a greater sense of achievement.
D．To help you know how you are getting along.
解析：选D 细节理解题。根据第二段最后两句可知，写下你的目标并给它设定时间限制是为了帮助你了解自己的进展情况。
9．How can you avoid distractions
A．By practicing self-control.
B．By silencing your cell phone.
C．By turning the TV down a little bit.
D．By keeping all the windows closed.
解析：选A 推理判断题。根据第三段中的“You will have to learn how to manage yourself so that you can stay on track.”可知，避免分心要通过练习自我控制来实现。
10．What should be avoided when scheduling tasks
A．Time limits. B．Time conflict.
C．Rearrangements. D．Fixed time periods.
解析：选B 细节理解题。根据最后一段中的“Make sure the times don't affect anything else you have to do.”可知，在安排计划时要避免时间冲突。
11．What can be the best title for the text
A．What to Focus on
B．The Benefits of Focus
C．How to Stay Focused
D．The Importance of Staying Focused
解析：选C 标题归纳题。根据第一段中的“Staying focused may take practice, but it is possible.Here is how.”并结合全文可知，文章主要针对怎样集中精力、避免分心提出了几点建议。
D
As children, we were taught that only by studying hard and getting good results at school could we become successful. But actually, the good boys and good girls may just end up doing a job they are not fond of. Why is it like that The answer is that what you need for a good and successful life is not really learned at school.
Basically, whether you're good or not at school very much depends on the teachers' expectations. But in reality, there are many aspects to take care of aside from the school subjects, for example, what to do to be a happy person, how to maintain a healthy relationship, how to work smartly and what to do to lead a meaningful life, etc.
Doing well at school differs from doing well in life. You may have already known that Steve Jobs, Richard Branson, Oprah Winfrey and Jim Carey didn't perform very well at school. In fact, there are a lot more than just the “big_shots” who are successful in life without completing school.
Life is really a long lesson, so long that you can't define a person's success by just one section of it. If you have already finished school, keep learning because what you learned at school will never be enough to lead a great life. If you are still studying, whether you are good or bad at school, don't take your school results too seriously. If you are a parent or a teacher, don't just focus on the grades the children get. Try to discover their potentials and make the most of their talents. That's how they build confidence and eventually lead a successful life.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。作者通过文章告诉我们，在学校的成功并不等于在生活中的成功。
12．What do we know from the text
A．Whether to be good students or not depends on students themselves.
B．Good performance at school promises successful life.
C．School subjects are less important than other aspects.
D．Everything needed in life can not be learned at school.
解析：选D 细节理解题。根据第一段中的“The answer is that what you need for a good and successful life is not really learned at school.”可知，生活中所需要的有的在学校是学不到的。
13．What does the underlined phrase “big shots” in Paragraph 3 mean
A．Excellent students. B．Important persons.
C．Famous stars. D．Successful businessmen.
解析：选B 词义猜测题。根据第三段第二句可知，学习成绩不好的人照样可以获得成功，并以苹果公司创始人史蒂夫·乔布斯、英国维珍集团创始人理查德·布兰森和美国电视脱口秀主持人奥普拉·温弗瑞等各界名人为例来说明。由此可知，“big shots”指的是“重要人物；有影响力的人物”。
14．Which point of view may the author support
A．Students must strictly obey school rules.
B．Excellent students will have more opportunities.
C．Teachers should set a good example to students.
D．Parents shouldn't always focus on their kids grades.
解析：选D 推理判断题。根据最后一段中的“If you are a parent or a teacher, don't just focus on the grades the children get.”可知，作者希望父母或老师不要一味关注孩子的学习成绩。
15．What might be the best title for the text
A．The Importance of Lifelong Learning
B．The Secret to Being Successful in Life
C．Success at School Doesn't Equal Success in Life
D．What We Need for a Successful Life
解析：选C 标题归纳题。第一段中的“The answer is that what you need for a good and successful life is not really learned at school.”是文章主题句，指出学校中的常胜将军并不等于人生赢家。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。
It is important that people learn to stop their negative thoughts about themselves and start to appreciate themselves.Here are some ways to help you make the change：
·Stop comparing yourself with others.
In reality, all of us on this planet are just doing the best we can in life.And if you stop to appreciate this fact, things won't seem so bad.__16__ And it is wonderful to stand out and be different from other people.
·__17__
If you don't appreciate yourself because you don't believe that you have completed enough in your life, here comes some advice for you.Stop this negative self-talk by making a list of everything that you do in a day in your life.Afterwards, if you still feel that you fall short of where you want to be, come up with a step-by-step plan that will help you get back on track.
·Do something kind for yourself.
__18__ Has it been a while？If so, that needs to change.Just be sure that whatever rewards you give yourself will lift you up inside.
·Ask those who care about you to tell you what they appreciate about you.
Ask them to help you feel better by telling them that you would like to hear about any of the things that they appreciate about you.__19__ After all, everyone can always use a little extra encouragement.
·Take some time out.
Setting aside time to do something you really enjoy can help lift your spirits.__20__ If you've got a busy schedule, a small fifteen-minute break is worth it.
A．Think about all that you have achieved.
B．Just remember to do the same for them, too.
C．Remember there are others worse off than you.
D．Think about the last time when you rewarded yourself.
E．We all have qualities and talents that make us special.
F．Take a bath or finally finish the book you've been reading.
G．Instead, actively think about what you love about yourself.
语篇解读：本文是一篇说明文。文章主要介绍了如何停止对自己的消极想法，学会欣赏自己。
16．选E 根据本段小标题“Stop comparing yourself with others.”和空后的“And it is wonderful to stand out and be different from other people.”可知，不要把自己同别人比较，因为我们都有独特的品质和才能，故E项符合语境。
17．选A 根据本段中的“you don't believe that you have completed enough”和“Stop this negative self-talk by making a list of everything that you do in a day in your life.”可知，本段针对的是那些对自己的成就不满意的人，建议他们列出每天做的事情，故A项“想一想你取得的所有成就”可作为本段小标题。
18．选D 根据下文“Has it been a while？”可知，D项“想想你最后一次奖励自己是什么时候”与下文衔接紧密；且下文的“it”指代D项中的“the last time”，且与本部分的小标题“Do something kind for yourself.”主旨一致。
19．选B 本段建议我们问问那些在乎我们的人，他们欣赏我们身上的哪种品质。再结合空后一句可推知，空处建议我们在接受别人对我们的赞赏的同时，也应该赞赏他们，故B项符合语境。
20．选F 空前一句建议我们留出时间做一些我们真正喜欢做的事来振奋我们的精神。F项“洗澡或者把正在读的书读完”属于做自己喜欢做的事，承接上文，符合语境。
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 came to my new school three years ago, I was surprised at how lonely I felt.Then one of my classmates invited me to her house for a dinner __21__.I was a little anxious, but finally I gladly __22__.
Not really knowing how __23__ the bus ride should be, I __24__ when I saw the landmarks shown on my friend's hand-drawn map.But when I got close enough to the __25__， I found none of the streets were shown on the map.I had no __26__ when the next bus would come, so when a bus did come by, I __27__ got on.I told the bus driver where I wanted to go and he said that I had caught the __28__ bus, but he let me stay on.I gratefully showed him my little hand-drawn map but __29__ did not help much.
He finally __30__ me off at a main road to catch a different bus.But after a few minutes of walking, I noticed a bus pull up near me.It was the __31__ bus driver.He explained that he didn't want to leave me there __32__.He sent out a call and someone radioed back, saying that the bus I needed to catch was about ten minutes away.At last I made it to the dinner party __33__ I was over an hour late.
I am forever thankful for the __34__ that this bus driver had for me.His act of kindness left a __35__ on my heart.
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者迷路后受到热心司机帮助的故事。
21．A.meal B．party
C．meeting D．time
解析：选B 根据第三段最后一句“At last I made it to the dinner party ________ I was over an hour late.”可知，此处为a dinner party，意为“家宴”。
22．A.accepted B．refused
C．got D．received
解析：选A 根据下文“At last I made it to the dinner party”可知，作者最后还是愉快地接受(accept)了同学的邀请。
23．A.far B．difficult
C．long D．bad
解析：选C 根据语境可知，作者不知道要坐多久的汽车，当作者看到朋友手绘地图上的地标时，就下车了。
24．A.drove on B．walked away
C．hurried by D．got off
解析：选D 参见上题解析。drive on“继续开车”；walk away“走开”；hurry by“匆匆走过”；get off“下车”。
25．A.street signs B．tall buildings
C．traffic lights D．back yards
解析：选A 根据下文“I found none of the streets were shown on the map”可知，作者靠近的是路标。
26．A.meaning B．idea
C．problem D．way
解析：选B 作者不知道下一辆公共汽车什么时候来。have no idea表示“不知道”，为固定用法。
27．A.suddenly B．luckily
C．finally D．quickly
解析：选D 根据上文“I had no ________ when the next bus would come”可知，作者人生地不熟，看到有公共汽车过来就急忙上去了。quickly“快速地”。
28．A.right B．wrong
C．best D．fastest
解析：选B 根据下文“but he let me stay on”可知，作者上错了车，虽然如此，司机还是让作者待在了车上。
29．A.it B．he
C．she D．they
解析：选A 根据语境可知，作者感激地让司机看手绘地图，但是它没起到多大作用。指代前面的“my little hand-drawn map”，用it。
30．A.kept B．dropped
C．drove D．turned
解析：选B 根据下文“to catch a different bus”可知，司机把作者放到一个主干道，让作者换乘其他车。drop off“在某特定地点放下，让……下车”。
31．A.same B．next
C．kind D．silly
解析：选A 根据下一句“He explained that he didn't want to leave me there”可知，还是原来那位司机。
32．A.helpless B．lonely
C．unaccompanied D．alone
解析：选D 根据语境可知，司机不想把作者独自留在那里。leave sb.alone“把某人独自留下”。
33．A.after B．although
C．until D．when
解析：选B 根据语境可知，尽管晚了一个多小时，但作者最后还是赶上了晚宴。
34．A.respect B．concern
C．help D．love
解析：选B 根据上文“He explained that he didn't want to leave me there”以及帮助作者询问正确的公共汽车可知，作者永远感谢的是这个司机对她的关心。
35．A.mark B．sign
C．symbol D．line
解析：选A 根据语境可知，这位司机的善举在作者心中留下了很深的印记。mark“痕迹”；sign“记号”；symbol“象征”；line“路线”。
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。
I woke up this morning __36__ (excite) but nervous as today was the day I would begin my journey of senior high school.Thousands of thoughts rushed through my mind.__37__ if I can't fit in Will I make __38__ good impression I couldn't even enjoy the big breakfast my mom had made for me.Seeing I was __39__ (terrible) nervous, my mom told me I would be fine if I followed the school rules.
So I smiled and hoped for the best possible outcome (结果)．The bus ride seemed so long, but soon enough there I was.I stood outside of the school building.It seemed a bit __40__ (big) than what I had imagined, and I went inside.
As soon as I opened the classroom door, all I __41__ (see) were other kids.They all looked anxious and worries spread over everyone's face.Then I knew I was not the only one __42__ (feel) this way.
I spent the rest of the day on the __43__ (explore) of what everything was like.The worried faces disappeared as time went on.We got to know our teachers a bit more.They were either friendly __44__ strict.
Before I knew it, the day was over.I don't know why I felt nervous and worried.Senior high school may seem __45__ (frighten), but it's just like junior high.
语篇解读：本文是一篇记叙文。文章讲述了作者高中第一天上学时的所见所闻以及感想。
36．excited 考查形容词。根据空后“but nervous”可知，空处需用形容词作主语补足语，主语是I，需用动词-ed形式的形容词excited。
37．What 考查固定句型。what if ...？意为“要是……怎么办？”，是固定句型，且句首单词首字母需大写。
38．a 考查冠词。make a good impression意为“留下一个好印象”，为固定短语。
39．terribly 考查副词。空处需用副词作状语修饰形容词 nervous，terrible的副词为terribly，意为“非常，很”。
40．bigger 考查形容词比较级。根据空后的“than”可知，空处需用形容词big的比较级bigger。
41．saw 考查动词时态。根据从句的谓语动词“opened”可知，主句谓语动词需用一般过去时。故填saw。
42．feeling 考查非谓语动词。分析句子结构可知，空处所在句不缺谓语，且空处与主语I构成逻辑上的主谓关系，故填feeling。
43．exploration 考查名词。定冠词the后需接名词，表示特指，explore的名词为exploration，意为“探索”，是不可数名词。故填exploration。
44．or 考查连词。根据空前的“either”可知，空处需用连词or，either ...or ...意为“或者……或者……”，是固定搭配。
45．frightening 考查形容词。系动词seem后需接形容词作表语，主语是Senior high school，指物，所以空处需用动词-ing形式。形容词frightening意为“令人害怕的”。
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，是某国际学校的学生。你的英国笔友Eric近日来信说他想来中国学习一段时间。请给他写一封回信，向他推荐你的学校，内容包括：
1．你校与国外学校有着多年合作历史；
2．学校设施先进，老师优秀；
3．学校活动丰富。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Dear Eric，
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Yours，
Li Hua
参考范文：
Dear Eric，
I'm so happy to hear that you are considering choosing a school in China to study for a short time and I can't wait to recommend my school to you.
My school has been cooperating with schools abroad since the 1990s. With its modern facilities, it's very convenient for students to study here. Knowledgeable teachers will always offer help when you come across difficulties. What's more, different kinds of activities in our school will help you get on with Chinese students quickly.
All in all, I highly recommend that you choose my school.
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。
At noon that day, I drove back home early. Just as I entered the living room, I heard a gentle sound coming from the bedroom upstairs — it was the sound of my favorite violin. “Thief！” I thought to myself.
I dashed upstairs. Sure enough, as expected, a boy of about 12 years old was petting my violin. The boy had messy hair and a thin face, his oversized coat seemingly filled with something. At first glance, I found a new pair of shoes missing. It seemed that he was surely a thief.
Then, I saw his eyes full of fear and despair. My anger was immediately replaced by a smile. I asked, “Are you Mr Ram's nephew, Michael I'm his housekeeper. Two days ago, I heard his nephew living in the countryside would come. It must be you.”
On hearing my words, the boy was astonished, but then he said quickly, “Has my uncle gone out I think I'd better first go out for a walk and visit him in a while.”
I nodded and asked the boy who was preparing to put down the violin, “Do you like to play the violin so much？”
“Yes, but I'm so poor that I can't afford one，” the boy replied.
“Then, I give this violin to you.” The boy looked at me doubtfully, but he picked up the violin. Going out to the living room, he suddenly saw on the wall my huge color photo I performed in the Sydney Opera House. He involuntarily (不由自主地) trembled for a moment and ran out without looking back.
I was sure that the boy had understood what happened because no one would decorate the living room with the housekeeper's photo.
注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Paragraph 1：
A few years later, I was invited to be a judge at a music competition of senior high school students.________________________________________________________________________
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Paragraph 2：
After the competition, “Michael” ran to me, holding a violin box.________________________________________________________________________
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参考范文：
Paragraph 1：
A few years later, I was invited to be a judge at a music competition of senior high school students. Fascinated by the gentle sound of one participant, I was wholeheartedly impressed by his wonderful performance. As I looked up at the performer, I was astonished to see a thin face, so familiar, yet now lit up with joy and confidence. The “thief”！ For an instant, I was amazed that the kindness I offered to cover the boy's bad behaviour would make such a big difference!
Paragraph 2：
After the competition, “Michael” ran to me, holding a violin box. He asked with a slight tremble in his voice, his face red with excitement, “Sir, do you recognize me The nephew! It's your kindness that enlightens my life, so does your violin. Today, I can give back this violin to you without regret ...” Tears welled up in my eyes. Never had I anticipated that a tiny white lie would add to such great power into others and change their life.UNIT 1 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
HOW WIND FORMS
You'll need：
·Two empty glasses or plastic bottles of the same size
·Hot and cold water
·Red and blue food coloring
·One playing card
·Towels (毛巾), in case of spills
What to do：
Fill one bottle with hot water and the other with very cold water.Be sure each one is filled to the brim.Add several drops of red food coloring to the hot water, and several drops of blue food coloring to the cold water.
Press the playing card against the mouth of the hot-water bottle.Turn the bottle upside down so it's mouth-to-mouth with the cold-water bottle, then carefully slide out the playing card.The hot red water will not mix with the cold blue water.
Keeping the bottles attached at the mouth, carefully turn them over so the blue bottle is on top.The hot red water will rise as the cold blue water sinks, creating purple water.
Cool science：
This experiment uses water to show how wind currents move.“Wind forms because of uneven (不均衡) heating (in the air)，” Donaher says.“Uneven heating creates pressure differences, and that will set the air in motion.” Hotter, less dense air rises (just like the hot red water) while colder, more dense air sinks (like the cold blue water)．The warmer air is less dense, Donaher explains, because its molecules are moving faster and they're farther apart.As lower-pressure, hotter air moves up, cooler air whooshes (呼呼地移动) in to take its place.We feel that as wind.
1．What material does the science experiment need
A．Cloth to keep warm.
B．Two playing cards.
C．Different food coloring.
D．Some colored water.
2．Where is the playing card placed during the experiment
A．Around the two bottles.
B．Between mouths of two bottles.
C．In the bottle with warm water.
D．Below the bottom of one bottle.
3．What sets air to move to form wind
A．Water pressure. B．Warmer air.
C．Colder air. D．Air heating.
B
Henrik is a kindergarten student living in Evanston, Illinois.Every Tuesday the waste-collecting crews and trucks show up in his neighborhood.The crews arrive to collect the garbage, recycling from people's homes.For a 6-year-old boy who loves trucks, seeing that weekly event is exciting.But one day, he started to run outside and help.
He started pulling out the carts from his house for the crew.Then, he didn't just do his house, he went down the street and pulled all the carts out for his neighbors.A friendship sprang up between Henrik and the recycling collectors.The men would chat with Henrik, and Henrik would tell them about his day.“My staff often told me about this young man，” said Kevin Johnson, who is in charge of recycling in Evanston.“Every Tuesday, like clockwork, he's there to run the route with them.It was nice to know somebody was thinking about us.It was kind of a joy and a thrill for my staff.”
“We thought we should give him something to say thank you and kind of make his day，” Johnson said.One Tuesday, a total of six trucks all lined up in front of Henrik's house.The group gave Henrik a safety vest and hard hat, just like they wear, and then they presented him with an award.The award has a picture of a recycling truck and the department name.It says “Employee Recognition Award”．Henrik said it made him feel like he was part of the team.
Johnson said that Henrik has been a bright spot during many hard weeks.Henrik wrote a thank-you note to the crew.He included a photo that his mom took of the group presenting him his award.“He keeps our staff's spirits up，” Johnson said.“We don't always get that many thank-you notes.”
4．What does Henrik do with the recycling team on Tuesday
A．Seeing waste-collecting trucks with excitement.
B．Helping collect the carts around the neighbors.
C．Chatting with the recycling collectors.
D．Taking photos of the collecting event.
5．Why did the group give Henrik some gifts and an award
A．To take him on as a new member.
B．To give him a big surprise.
C．To make a friend with him.
D．To recognize his helpful deeds.
6．What can we infer from the last paragraph
A．Recycling collectors are moved and encouraged.
B．Recycling collectors' job is very demanding.
C．Henrik took a photo with the recycling team.
D．Henrik was satisfied with the gifts and the award.
7．Which of the following best describes Henrik
A．Caring. B．Ambitious.
C．Demanding. D．Humorous.
C
It is not always easy to stay focused on the things we want or need to do.There are many things that can distract (使分心) us and affect completing the tasks that need to be done.Staying focused may take practice, but it is possible.Here is how.
Set some goals for yourself.When people have a clear goal they are working towards, it helps them to stay focused on achieving that goal.It may be helpful if you write down the goal you're working towards and give yourself a time limit to achieve it.This can help you keep track of your progress along the way.
Get rid of all distractions.This includes turning off the radio, TV and cell phones.If you're working on a computer, don't open any extra windows.It's easy to get distracted if you have distractions readily available to you.Tell people that you don't wish to be disturbed between certain times so that you can devote your full attention to what you're doing.You will have to learn how to manage yourself so that you can stay on track.
Set a fixed time to work on certain tasks.Make sure the times don't affect anything else you have to do.It's also important to set the times for hours when you're least likely to be disturbed.If you have children, try to focus on what you need to do when they are at school or sleeping.You may have to make some rearrangements in your daily schedule so that you are able to stay focused when you need to.
8．Why should you write down your goal and set a time limit to it
A．To help you pay attention to it.
B．To give you the direction for progress.
C．To enjoy a greater sense of achievement.
D．To help you know how you are getting along.
9．How can you avoid distractions
A．By practicing self-control.
B．By silencing your cell phone.
C．By turning the TV down a little bit.
D．By keeping all the windows closed.
10．What should be avoided when scheduling tasks
A．Time limits. B．Time conflict.
C．Rearrangements. D．Fixed time periods.
11．What can be the best title for the text
A．What to Focus on
B．The Benefits of Focus
C．How to Stay Focused
D．The Importance of Staying Focused
D
As children, we were taught that only by studying hard and getting good results at school could we become successful. But actually, the good boys and good girls may just end up doing a job they are not fond of. Why is it like that The answer is that what you need for a good and successful life is not really learned at school.
Basically, whether you're good or not at school very much depends on the teachers' expectations. But in reality, there are many aspects to take care of aside from the school subjects, for example, what to do to be a happy person, how to maintain a healthy relationship, how to work smartly and what to do to lead a meaningful life, etc.
Doing well at school differs from doing well in life. You may have already known that Steve Jobs, Richard Branson, Oprah Winfrey and Jim Carey didn't perform very well at school. In fact, there are a lot more than just the “big_shots” who are successful in life without completing school.
Life is really a long lesson, so long that you can't define a person's success by just one section of it. If you have already finished school, keep learning because what you learned at school will never be enough to lead a great life. If you are still studying, whether you are good or bad at school, don't take your school results too seriously. If you are a parent or a teacher, don't just focus on the grades the children get. Try to discover their potentials and make the most of their talents. That's how they build confidence and eventually lead a successful life.
12．What do we know from the text
A．Whether to be good students or not depends on students themselves.
B．Good performance at school promises successful life.
C．School subjects are less important than other aspects.
D．Everything needed in life can not be learned at school.
13．What does the underlined phrase “big shots” in Paragraph 3 mean
A．Excellent students. B．Important persons.
C．Famous stars. D．Successful businessmen.
14．Which point of view may the author support
A．Students must strictly obey school rules.
B．Excellent students will have more opportunities.
C．Teachers should set a good example to students.
D．Parents shouldn't always focus on their kids grades.
15．What might be the best title for the text
A．The Importance of Lifelong Learning
B．The Secret to Being Successful in Life
C．Success at School Doesn't Equal Success in Life
D．What We Need for a Successful Life
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。
It is important that people learn to stop their negative thoughts about themselves and start to appreciate themselves.Here are some ways to help you make the change：
·Stop comparing yourself with others.
In reality, all of us on this planet are just doing the best we can in life.And if you stop to appreciate this fact, things won't seem so bad.__16__ And it is wonderful to stand out and be different from other people.
·__17__
If you don't appreciate yourself because you don't believe that you have completed enough in your life, here comes some advice for you.Stop this negative self-talk by making a list of everything that you do in a day in your life.Afterwards, if you still feel that you fall short of where you want to be, come up with a step-by-step plan that will help you get back on track.
·Do something kind for yourself.
__18__ Has it been a while？If so, that needs to change.Just be sure that whatever rewards you give yourself will lift you up inside.
·Ask those who care about you to tell you what they appreciate about you.
Ask them to help you feel better by telling them that you would like to hear about any of the things that they appreciate about you.__19__ After all, everyone can always use a little extra encouragement.
·Take some time out.
Setting aside time to do something you really enjoy can help lift your spirits.__20__ If you've got a busy schedule, a small fifteen-minute break is worth it.
A．Think about all that you have achieved.
B．Just remember to do the same for them, too.
C．Remember there are others worse off than you.
D．Think about the last time when you rewarded yourself.
E．We all have qualities and talents that make us special.
F．Take a bath or finally finish the book you've been reading.
G．Instead, actively think about what you love about yourself.
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 came to my new school three years ago, I was surprised at how lonely I felt.Then one of my classmates invited me to her house for a dinner __21__.I was a little anxious, but finally I gladly __22__.
Not really knowing how __23__ the bus ride should be, I __24__ when I saw the landmarks shown on my friend's hand-drawn map.But when I got close enough to the __25__， I found none of the streets were shown on the map.I had no __26__ when the next bus would come, so when a bus did come by, I __27__ got on.I told the bus driver where I wanted to go and he said that I had caught the __28__ bus, but he let me stay on.I gratefully showed him my little hand-drawn map but __29__ did not help much.
He finally __30__ me off at a main road to catch a different bus.But after a few minutes of walking, I noticed a bus pull up near me.It was the __31__ bus driver.He explained that he didn't want to leave me there __32__.He sent out a call and someone radioed back, saying that the bus I needed to catch was about ten minutes away.At last I made it to the dinner party __33__ I was over an hour late.
I am forever thankful for the __34__ that this bus driver had for me.His act of kindness left a __35__ on my heart.
21．A.meal B．party
C．meeting D．time
22．A.accepted B．refused
C．got D．received
23．A.far B．difficult
C．long D．bad
24．A.drove on B．walked away
C．hurried by D．got off
25．A.street signs B．tall buildings
C．traffic lights D．back yards
26．A.meaning B．idea
C．problem D．way
27．A.suddenly B．luckily
C．finally D．quickly
28．A.right B．wrong
C．best D．fastest
29．A.it B．he
C．she D．they
30．A.kept B．dropped
C．drove D．turned
31．A.same B．next
C．kind D．silly
32．A.helpless B．lonely
C．unaccompanied D．alone
33．A.after B．although
C．until D．when
34．A.respect B．concern
C．help D．love
35．A.mark B．sign
C．symbol D．line
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。
I woke up this morning __36__ (excite) but nervous as today was the day I would begin my journey of senior high school.Thousands of thoughts rushed through my mind.__37__ if I can't fit in Will I make __38__ good impression I couldn't even enjoy the big breakfast my mom had made for me.Seeing I was __39__ (terrible) nervous, my mom told me I would be fine if I followed the school rules.
So I smiled and hoped for the best possible outcome (结果)．The bus ride seemed so long, but soon enough there I was.I stood outside of the school building.It seemed a bit __40__ (big) than what I had imagined, and I went inside.
As soon as I opened the classroom door, all I __41__ (see) were other kids.They all looked anxious and worries spread over everyone's face.Then I knew I was not the only one __42__ (feel) this way.
I spent the rest of the day on the __43__ (explore) of what everything was like.The worried faces disappeared as time went on.We got to know our teachers a bit more.They were either friendly __44__ strict.
Before I knew it, the day was over.I don't know why I felt nervous and worried.Senior high school may seem __45__ (frighten), but it's just like junior high.
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，是某国际学校的学生。你的英国笔友Eric近日来信说他想来中国学习一段时间。请给他写一封回信，向他推荐你的学校，内容包括：
1．你校与国外学校有着多年合作历史；
2．学校设施先进，老师优秀；
3．学校活动丰富。
注意：1.写作词数应为80左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Dear Eric，
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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。
At noon that day, I drove back home early. Just as I entered the living room, I heard a gentle sound coming from the bedroom upstairs — it was the sound of my favorite violin. “Thief！” I thought to myself.
I dashed upstairs. Sure enough, as expected, a boy of about 12 years old was petting my violin. The boy had messy hair and a thin face, his oversized coat seemingly filled with something. At first glance, I found a new pair of shoes missing. It seemed that he was surely a thief.
Then, I saw his eyes full of fear and despair. My anger was immediately replaced by a smile. I asked, “Are you Mr Ram's nephew, Michael I'm his housekeeper. Two days ago, I heard his nephew living in the countryside would come. It must be you.”
On hearing my words, the boy was astonished, but then he said quickly, “Has my uncle gone out I think I'd better first go out for a walk and visit him in a while.”
I nodded and asked the boy who was preparing to put down the violin, “Do you like to play the violin so much？”
“Yes, but I'm so poor that I can't afford one，” the boy replied.
“Then, I give this violin to you.” The boy looked at me doubtfully, but he picked up the violin. Going out to the living room, he suddenly saw on the wall my huge color photo I performed in the Sydney Opera House. He involuntarily (不由自主地) trembled for a moment and ran out without looking back.
I was sure that the boy had understood what happened because no one would decorate the living room with the housekeeper's photo.
注意：1.续写词数应为150左右；
2．请按如下格式作答。
Paragraph 1：
A few years later, I was invited to be a judge at a music competition of senior high school students.________________________________________________________________________
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________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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Paragraph 2：
After the competition, “Michael” ran to me, holding a violin box.________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
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_______________________________________________________________________UNIT 1 单元验收评价(一) 语基回扣盘查
Ⅰ.在空白处填入括号内单词的正确形式——词形转换
1．In the coming three years，our school life will be challenging_(challenge).
2．It is said that the old town used to be an attractive (attract) place.
3．He is good at his job but he seems to lack confidence (confident).
4．They had to take the finely balanced (balance) decision to let the visit proceed.
5．Fortunately (fortunate) he was sent to the hospital in time. If he had been delayed for half an hour, he would not still be alive.
6．They judged that the time was right for the proposal (propose) of new terms for the trade agreement.
7．I admire Tu youyou a lot because of her great contributions (contribute) to the world.
8．Chinese Calligraphy is one of many optional (option) courses offered to students.
Ⅱ.在空白处填入1个适当的单词——固定搭配
1．Please focus your minds on the following problems.
2．He has made up his mind to make the most of every minute to study.
3．The old photos reminded me of the days I spent in the countryside.
4．We should be responsible for the work and keep teamwork spirit in mind.
5．We all look forward to the day when the scientists can discover more secrets of the universe.
6．Most people are willing to give up certain freedom in exchange for security.
7．I intend to take full advantage of this trip to buy the things we need.
8．These ideas will be explored in detail in next chapter.
9．The fascination of the game lies in trying to guess what your opponent is thinking.
10．Whatever happens, we'll stick to our promise.
Ⅲ.写出加黑部分在具体语境中的含义——熟词生义
1．We have no positive evidence that she was involved in the murder.证据确凿的；明确的
2．Some smoking and alcoholic drinks are an acquired taste and are not in born._后天习得
3．He showed great character returning to the sport after his accident._毅力
4．You can always tell if it's written by Marion because she has such an individual style.与众不同的
5．If you want to keep ahead of your rivals, you'll have to work very hard.占优势
6．There are those who argue that true independent advice is unattainable.公正的；无偏见的
7．The seat tips forward to allow passengers into the back.倾斜
8．There have been some bitter exchanges between the two groups.激烈的争吵
9．Rapid increase of high health care costs is a tough problem around the world.棘手的
10．Several options are offered for the students' senior year.选修课
Ⅳ.在空白处填入括号内单词的正确形式——动词形式变化
1．The local clubs are making every effort to_interest (interest) more young people.
2．Frank has been looking forward to being_invited (invite) to attend his friend's wedding.
3．The top universities aim to_choose (choose) the most intelligent students.
4．A new technology has the potential to_change (change) modern society in radical ways.
5．With your attention focused (focus) on learning, you can reach your goal of becoming a successful student.
6．A man has been forced to resign as a result of being_scolded (scold) by some of the press.
7．I keep urgent letters behind the clock so that I will be reminded to_reply (reply)．
8．Teachers are responsible for developing (develop) students' skills in note-taking.
9．The extra money will give us the opportunity to_improve (improve) our facilities.
10．We can't make a decision based (base) on hearsay and guesswork.
Ⅴ.根据汉语意思和括号内的提示完成句子——单句写作
1．It's_very_important_for_us_to_study English well. (it作形式主语)
对我们来说，学好英语很重要。
2．I entered the room and found_the_window_broken.(find＋复合宾语)
我走进房间，发现窗户被打破了。
3．Taking_exercise_regularly is good for your health. (动名词短语作主语)
定期锻炼对你的健康有好处。
4．This study is_of_great_benefit to protect natural resources and the environment.(be of＋名词)
该项研究对保护自然资源和环境大有益处。
5．He told me that his mother was ill and that_he_had_to_take_care_of_her in the hospital.(that引导宾语从句)
他告诉我他母亲病了，他必须在医院照顾她。
6．My hand shook_so_much_that I could hardly hold the microphone. (so ...that ...)
我的手抖得如此厉害，几乎都拿不住麦克风了。
7．Those organisms that are most suited to the environment will be those_that_will_survive. (代词those)
最适宜该环境的微生物将会存活下来。
8．The boy showing_his_mother_around_his_school is a freshman. (现在分词短语作定语)
带妈妈参观学校的那个男孩是一个新生。UNIT 1 单元验收评价(一) 语基回扣盘查
Ⅰ.在空白处填入括号内单词的正确形式——词形转换
1．In the coming three years，our school life will be _______(challenge).
2．It is said that the old town used to be an ______ (attract) place.
3．He is good at his job but he seems to lack ______ (confident).
4．They had to take the finely ______ (balance) decision to let the visit proceed.
5． ______ (fortunate) he was sent to the hospital in time. If he had been delayed for half an hour, he would not still be alive.
6．They judged that the time was right for the ______ (propose) of new terms for the trade agreement.
7．I admire Tu youyou a lot because of her great ______ (contribute) to the world.
8．Chinese Calligraphy is one of many ______ (option) courses offered to students.
Ⅱ.在空白处填入1个适当的单词——固定搭配
1．Please focus your minds ______ the following problems.
2．He has made up his mind to make the most ______ every minute to study.
3．The old photos reminded me ______ the days I spent in the countryside.
4．We should be responsible ______ the work and keep teamwork spirit in mind.
5．We all look forward ______ the day when the scientists can discover more secrets of the universe.
6．Most people are willing to give up certain freedom in exchange ______ security.
7．I intend to take full advantage ______ this trip to buy the things we need.
8．These ideas will be explored ______ detail in next chapter.
9．The fascination of the game lies ______ trying to guess what your opponent is thinking.
10．Whatever happens, we'll stick ______ our promise.
Ⅲ.写出加黑部分在具体语境中的含义——熟词生义
1．We have no positive evidence that she was involved in the murder. ______
2．Some smoking and alcoholic drinks are an acquired taste and are not in born._ ______
3．He showed great character returning to the sport after his accident._ ______
4．You can always tell if it's written by Marion because she has such an individual style. ______
5．If you want to keep ahead of your rivals, you'll have to work very hard. ______
6．There are those who argue that true independent advice is unattainable. ______
7．The seat tips forward to allow passengers into the back. ______
8．There have been some bitter exchanges between the two groups. ______
9．Rapid increase of high health care costs is a tough problem around the world. ______
10．Several options are offered for the students' senior year. ______
Ⅳ.在空白处填入括号内单词的正确形式——动词形式变化
1．The local clubs are making every effort _______ ______ (interest) more young people.
2．Frank has been looking forward to _______ ______ (invite) to attend his friend's wedding.
3．The top universities aim _______ ______ (choose) the most intelligent students.
4．A new technology has the potential _______ ______ (change) modern society in radical ways.
5．With your attention ______ (focus) on learning, you can reach your goal of becoming a successful student.
6．A man has been forced to resign as a result of _______ ______ (scold) by some of the press.
7．I keep urgent letters behind the clock so that I will be reminded _______ ______ (reply)．
8．Teachers are responsible for ______ (develop) students' skills in note-taking.
9．The extra money will give us the opportunity _______ ______ (improve) our facilities.
10．We can't make a decision ______ (base) on hearsay and guesswork.
Ⅴ.根据汉语意思和括号内的提示完成句子——单句写作
1． _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ ______ English well. (it作形式主语)
对我们来说，学好英语很重要。
2．I entered the room and _______ _______ _______ ______.(find＋复合宾语)
我走进房间，发现窗户被打破了。
3． _______ _______ ______ is good for your health. (动名词短语作主语)
定期锻炼对你的健康有好处。
4．This study _______ _______ _______ ______ to protect natural resources and the environment.(be of＋名词)
该项研究对保护自然资源和环境大有益处。
5．He told me that his mother was ill and _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ ______ in the hospital.(that引导宾语从句)
他告诉我他母亲病了，他必须在医院照顾她。
6．My hand _______ _______ _______ ______ I could hardly hold the microphone. (so ...that ...)
我的手抖得如此厉害，几乎都拿不住麦克风了。
7．Those organisms that are most suited to the environment will be _______ _______ _______ ______. (代词those)
最适宜该环境的微生物将会存活下来。
8．The boy _______ _______ _______ _______ _______ ______ is a freshman. (现在分词短语作定语)
带妈妈参观学校的那个男孩是一个新生。
