蚌埠二中2020-2021学年度高一第二学期期中考试
高一英语试题
(卷面分值:150分 考试时间:120分钟)
所有选择题的答案必须用2B铅笔涂在答题卡中相应的位置,否则,该大题不予记分。
第I卷
第一部分 听力(共两节,满分30分)
第一节(共5小题;每小题1. 5分,满分7. 5分)
听下面5段对话,每段对话后有一个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听完每段对话后,你都有10秒钟的时间来回答有关小题和阅读下一小题,每段对话仅读一遍。
1. What kind of movie does the woman want to see?
A. A comedy. B. An action movie. C. A musical.
2. For whom will the speakers buy a hairdryer?
A. The woman. B. Sally. C. Their parents.
3. What does the man ask the woman to do?
A. Collect some information about Spain.
B. Go to the travel agency.
C. Plan a trip to Spain.
4. Where does the conversation take place?
A. In a restaurant. B. In a supermarket. C. In the man’s house.
5. What are the speakers mainly talking about?
A. A dinner. B. A workmate. C. A house.
第二节(共15小题;每个小题1.5分,满分22.5分)
听下面5段对话或独白。每段对话或独白后有几个小题,从题中所给的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项,并标在试卷的相应位置。听每段对话或独白前,你将有时间阅读各个小题,每小题5秒钟;听完后,各小题给出5秒钟的作答时间。每段对话或独白读两遍。
听第6段材料,回答第6、7题。
6. What will the woman do?
A. Have lunch with the man.
B. Lead the man to Mr. Herbst.
C. Show the man around the building.
7. What do we know about the man?
A. He is familiar with the place .
B. He had difficulty finding the place.
C. He has met the woman several times before.
听第7段材料,回答第8、9题。
8. What will the woman do for Christmas?
A. Visit a friend. B. Buy a heavy coat. C. Stay with her father.
9. How will the woman go to Malaysia?
A. By train. B. By car. C. By plane.
听第8段材料,回答第10至12题。
10. How often does the Cinema Club meet?
A. Once a week. B. Three times a week. C. Five times a week.
11. Where does the Cinema Club meet?
A. In the lab. B. In the library. C. In the computer room.
12. What will the man do tonight?
A. Speak to a club member.
B. Send an e-mail.
C. Watch a film.
听第9段材料,回答第13至16题。
13. What will the woman do with her family on Saturday?
A. Attend a party. B. Take a swim. C. Have a picnic.
14. Where will the woman go after she leaves the park?
A. To her home. B. To her aunt’s house. C. To a shopping center.
15. What does the man advise the woman to do?
A. Wear more formal clothes.
B. Change clothes in a room at the park.
C. Ask her dad to give her a lift.
16. How does the woman feel in the end?
A. Disappointed. B. Worried. C. Satisfied.
听第10段材料,回答第17至20题。
17. What is the weather like in the morning?
A. Sunny. B. Cold. C. Rainy.
18. What is the highest temperature tomorrow?
A. 7℃. B. 8℃. C. 18℃.
19. Which highway does the speaker suggest taking to head south?
A. Highway 6. B. Highway 9. C. Highway 17.
20. When is the highway construction along Highway 17 scheduled to begin?
A. This afternoon. B. Tomorrow. C. In a few weeks.
第二部分 阅读理解(共两节,满分40分)
第一节(共15小题;每小题2分,满分30分)
阅读下面四篇短文,从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中,选出最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Four apps for students to learn English
Quizlet
Quizlet is a learning app—a computer program you use on your mobile device. It can help users build and test their knowledge of English words and terms. Quizlet has word sets for millions of subjects. And, it is quickly becoming a useful mobile tool for language learners.
Socrative
In Socrative, teachers can create timed learning games. In class, students compete individually or as part of a team against classmates. One game students love is called Space Race. In this game, if a team answers a question correctly, their rocket moves forward. This team whose rocket gets to the end first wins. Also, teachers can use Socrative as an "exit ticket", a question they can ask students about what they learned in that day's class. Students write their answers on their mobile devices. Then, the teacher can show the answers on a shared video screen.
QR Codes
A QR Code is a kind of sign that a smartphone can read with its camera. When your phone camera reads a QR code, it takes you to a website, image, video or anything you want to share. For example, one will take you to the VOA Learning English website.
Evernote
Evernote lets users store and share notes, images and recordings in one place. Teachers can also use Evernote to give homework.
( )21. Which is the best for students to build up vocabulary?
A. Quizlet. B. QR Codes. C. Evernote. D. Socrative.
( )22. What can a teacher do by using Socrative?
A. Give homework. B. Carry out a classroom test.
C. Look up new words. D. Visit an English-learning website.
( )23. What's the purpose of the text?
A. To make an advertisement. B. To encourage people to use mobile phones.
C. To improve English learning. D. To introduce some learning apps.
B
I went to Arizona earlier this month to see what the college of the future might look like. What I found is an exciting new time of higher education that will help more students get a great, personalized education at an affordable price.
This future may not always include the lecture halls, dormitories, and other features of the traditional college experience. Instead, the colleges I visited are experimenting with ways for students to get their degrees online, allowing them to take courses any place and at any time.
These "colleges without walls", as they are sometimes called, are at the forefront of the effort to broaden access to higher education, especially for low-income students with full-time jobs and families. During my visit, I heard encouraging stories of students who were taking advantage of these flexible learning models to pursue(追求) degrees that could put them on paths to new careers.
One of those students was Shawn Lee. He had a compelling story: After dropping out of college decades ago, he found himself in a series of low-paying, often back-breaking jobs. He recently decided to get his degree when he had his first child and wanted to start building a better life.
Tucked away in an industrial park in Tempe, Rio Salado didn't look much like a traditional institute of higher education. There were no students running to class. Just a couple of glass-faced office buildings. The college had just 22 full-time members serving 60, 000 students, with more than half of them attending classes online.
Several students I met during my visit said they liked learning online. "I've taken college classes in a big auditorium(礼堂) with herds of people. There was no personal connection," one student said. "Now I can reach my teacher with the click of a mouse."
After several days' visit, I left Arizona feeling quite optimistic about what the future holds for higher education.
( )24. What does "colleges without walls" in the third paragraph refer to?
A. Colleges that have no walls around.
B. Colleges that students attend online.
C. Colleges that can be entered freely.
D. Colleges that give students more freedom.
( )25. What made Shawn Lee return to attend college again?
A. That he has nothing to do.
B. That he couldn't find a job.
C. That the cost of the college is low.
D. That he wanted to find a better job.
( )26. How did the writer feel after the visit?
A. Hopeful. B. Dissatisfied. C. Disappointed. D. Upset.
( )27. What is the writer's purpose in writing this text?
A. To explain what "colleges without walls" are.
B. To advertise the colleges.
C. To introduce a new model of education.
D. To encourage people to attend higher education.
C
In the early times, the music industry was afraid of taping, thinking that customers would just copy music, or record from the radio. But that never really happened, at least not enough to cause any real hardship to anyone in the music business.
The same argument arose over technologies like MiniDisc and recordable CDs. But the thing that frighten the music industry more than anything else was the arrival of services like Napster, which allowed people to share music over the Internet without costing them anything. The music industry was shocked; it saw people exchanging digital copies that didn't lower the grade with each transfer(转换), something that stopped tapes being a huge threat.
But it wasn't the Internet that killed the music industry. In fact, everything is still looking optimistic for many musicians. Taylor Swift has had a good year, and her latest album is likely to be making her very rich indeed. And that won't change in all likelihood, not for Swift, and not for those who come after her. There is always going to be public demand for music.
However, the technology will simply destroy the record company. The reason is simple. Record companies are a man in the middle that simply doesn't need to exist anymore. The same way we buy our flights direct, and get our shopping online and have things delivered from Amazon instead of going to a local shop. We have always been willing to enjoy cost reductions at the expense of the middleman, and the record companies are that kind of middleman.
What does the record industry offer? Well, surprisingly little these days. It used to be the case that record companies would go and find new talents. Of course this still happens, but more likely is that an artist will be discovered by the public through YouTube, or even from friends on Facebook or Twitter. Record companies also used to have an important role in producing the music. But countless artists are making their own way through software or any of the other amazing music development apps, without any help from the record companies.
( )28. What is Napster most probably?
A. A radio show. B. A CD player. C. A software. D. A tape recorder.
( )29. Why didn't tape copying become a huge threat to the music industry?
A. It was hard to transfer.
B. It was strictly controlled.
C. It didn't save much money.
D. It couldn't keep the quality of music.
( )30. What does the example of Taylor Swift prove?
A. The Internet won't destroy the music industry.
B. The musicians will benefit a lot from the Internet.
C. The sales of albums are badly affected by the Internet.
D. The demand for music will change due to the Internet.
( )31. What will happen to the record companies?
A. They will sell latest albums online.
B. They will become less important in the Internet society.
C. They will cut the expense on producing the music.
D. They will go and find new music talents through the Internet.
D
What makes a person a giver or a taker? The idea of "give vs. take" takes shape in all interactions (互动)and relationships of our lives. We're either giving advice, making time for people, or we're on the receiving end. We keep changing between the two based on different situations on a daily basis, if not an hourly one.
According to Adam Grant, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania, most people are matchers. They make careful observations on takers and make it a point for them to pay something back. They hate to see people who act so generously towards others not receive any rewards. Actually, most matchers will try hard to improve and support givers so that they can get the good they deserve.
Is there a gender factor (性别因素) that plays a part in this?
A study led by Hannah Riley Bowles, a professor at Harvard University, focused on this question. She asked 200 senior managers to sit down in pairs where one person would act as the boss and the other as an employee to discuss salary rise. Male "employees" asked for an average salary of $146 k while the females asked for only $141 k. But why did they not bargain as hard as the men? Simply because they were more likely to be givers.
As a woman, I do enjoy the act of giving up my time, my knowledge, and my care and attention to others. I expect anything in return, but I do tend to pull myself away when I feel like I'm being taken for granted(被认为当然). I also tend to get upset when I see a loved one's continuous actions of kindness go unnoticed. So, it's safe to say I'm 50% giver, 35% matcher and 15% taker.
I do know someone, however, who is 99% giver. They're continually devoting their time, sharing valuable insights (见解) and going out of their way for everyone who crosses their path. Although they've changed the lives of many people, they hardly see any of it returned. But the universe is slowly repaying them; they're now extremely successful, well known for what they do.
( )32. What can we learn from the first paragraph?
A. Most people think they are givers.
B. People are not always givers or takers.
C. An individual is born to be a giver or a taker.
D. Few differences exist between givers and takers.
( )33. What can we learn from Grant’s opinion?
A. Most people hate takers.
B. Most people prefer giving to taking.
C. Most people enjoy relying on themselves.
D. Most people balance giving and taking.
( )34. What did Hannah's study focus on?
A. The role of giving and taking in jobs.
B. The gender difference in giving and taking.
C. The role of men and women in society.
D. The salary difference between women and men.
( )35. Which of the following represents the author’s point of view?
A. Giving is the shortest path to success. B. Sharing is the greatest human quality.
C. No good deed goes undone. D. Givers are worth respecting.
第二节 (共5小题;每小题2分,满分10分)
根据短文内容,从短文后的选项中选出能填入空白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。
Sun’s out —time to go out? Maybe, maybe not, depending on the reopening plan in your state. As people start to consider vacations, a road trip seems like a good idea. 36 You can pack much more of your own goods, and avoid a large number of people. However, there are still safety precautions that all travelers should take, even if you’re heading out to a nearby mountain for a camping trip.
37
Even though limits are starting to loosen, case counts are unfortunately rising in many parts of the country. You still need to make sure to bring and use your mask whenever you could be in close proximity(接近) to anyone. Create a bag of sorts that includes the essentials. Medicine, water and other basics could go a long way if you need them in an emergency.
Don’t go off the beaten path.
While part of the joy of exploring Mother Nature is seeing new and beautiful views, if your road trip includes a hike, stay on the marked path. 38 You could get lost, injured or both.
Make sure you get enough sleep.
While many people have reported difficulty sleeping during the pandemic because of anxiety and uncertainty, adequate rest is necessary before a long car ride. Do not drive while you are feeling sleepy. 39
Protect your skin.
You may not consider sun exposure while sitting in the car, but the rays can seep(渗漏) through open windows and cause you to burn. 40 Therefore, you need to protect your skin with sunscreen and bug killer alike.
A. Wear your mask.
B. Create an item bag.
C. Avoid the desire to hike off the path.
D. Mosquitoes are also drawn when you’re outdoors at night.
E. After all, you have more control when you travel by four wheels.
F. As the sun reaches its highest point, you’ll start to sweat inside your car.
G. If you feel like you need rest, pull over and take a 30-minute power nap.
第三部分 英语知识运用(共两节,满分45分)
第一节 完形填空(共20小题;每小题1.5分,满分30分)
阅读下面短文,从短文后各题所给的四个选项(A、B、C、D)中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项,并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
What does it take to become famous? Talent in singing, dancing or acting? Or 41 good looks? These days, it seems like a pretty 42 , and a lot of makeup can make anyone a popular star. But, sometimes, an honest smile and a hard-working attitude might take you quite 43 .
Recently, an Tibetan young man named Tashi Dingzhen has gained a lot of online followers. Though his 44 to fame has been very much accidental, Dingzhen has since been 45 by both the local tourism department, and the online streaming platform Tencent Video(腾讯视频). However, when 46 about his own dreams, the 20-year-old said that he wants to be a “horse-racing prince”, a decision which has been 47 by many.
48 can be fleeting (稍纵即逝的). Every day there are thousands of people on the Internet 49 the latest trends, behaving in very similar ways, and taking part in the same type of variety shows … all for the 50 to gain fame and fortune. A few 51 down the line, or perhaps even only a few months later, the majority of these individuals or groups will 52 from our memories in the end.
Everyone is born 53 . We like different things, have different personalities, and pursue different dreams. That is what makes life so dynamic (有活力的) and 54 . Should Dingzhen choose to take Tencent Video’s 55 and try to become a celebrity, he might just end up 56 into the background under heavy makeup and uniform dance moves. Of course, it’s 57 that his fame will disappear even faster if he stays home and continues to race horses. But at least then he will be able to follow his 58 to do what he wants 59 choosing to pursue fame and, in the end, 60 himself. If you were in his shoes, what would you do?
( )41. A. completely B. obviously C. simply D. easily
( )42. A. face B. body C. hair D. figure
( )43. A. happily B. far C. near D. directly
( )44. A. reach B. increase C. entrance D. rise
( )45. A. contacted B. helped C. linked D. called
( )46. A. reminded B. asked C. talked D. wrote
( )47. A. laughed B. delighted C. praised D. criticized
( )48. A. Money B. Health C. Wealth D. Popularity
( )49. A. following B. changing C. stopping D. adding
( )50. A. choice B. point C. chance D. explanation
( )51. A. weeks B. hours C. days D. years
( )52. A. exist B. disappear C. keep D. hide
( )53. A. unique B. smart C. talented D. pretty
( )54. A. boring B. challenging C. interesting D. shocking
( )55. A. discussion B. help C. present D. offer
( )56. A. breaking B. disappearing C. putting D. encouraging
( )57. A. possible B. amazing C. strange D. disappointing
( )58. A. life B. heart C. instruction D. idea
( )59. A. in addition to B. other than C. regardless of D. instead of
( )60. A. hurt B. inspire C. lose D. control
第II卷
第二节 语法填空(共10小题,每小题1.5分,满分15分)
阅读下面材料,在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。
Ever since the key message, 61 is “Never forget why you started”, was put forward last year, it has been widely accepted in China. To be frank, the same message 62 (apply) to everyone’s life.
Ambitions, meaning things you want to achieve very much, play 63 important role in our daily life. When I was a student, my father told me that his ambition since his childhood was to be a translator. He wanted to work inside big buildings as a white-collar worker. With this strong ambition in mind, he was determined 64 (work) hard at every subject, 65 (particular) English, and as a result, he 66 (admit) to the best university in his province. Afterwards, he came to Shanghai for a job. There was one thing he regretted; he didn’t get a job as a translator but became a teacher instead. This story gave birth to my ambition and it “told” me to realize this dream.
With time 67 (go) by, some people forget their ambitions. How can you keep your ambitions alive? First of all, writing down your ambition is a good way to remind you. Second, take action to stay closer to your ambition. For example, I have to memorize English words to 68 (large) my vocabulary. I also try to speak English as much as I can so that I can communicate with 69 (foreign) freely.
“Never forget why you started” is the key 70 your success. If you find your ambition, catch it quickly, protect it qnd keep it in your heart.
第四部分 写作(共两节,满分35分)
第一节短文改错(共10小题;每小题1分,满分10分)
假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文,请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误,每句中最多有两处。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加:在缺词处加一个漏词符号(∧),并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除:把多余的词用斜线(\)划掉。
修改:在错的词下面画一横线,并在该词下面写出修改后的词。
注意:1.每处错误及其修改均仅限一词;
2.只允许修改10处,多者(从第11处起)不计分。
Since I was a kid, I’ve considered different job I would like to do. First, I wanted to be a fireman, whose uniform looked so coolly. Then, when I was in the five grade, I wanted to be a teacher because I liked my English teacher very much. When I studied chemistry high school, I reconsidered my goal or decided to be a doctor. They were two reasons for the decision. One was that I was amazing at the fact that a sick person could feel much more better after seeing a doctor. And the another was that I want to help people in need.
第二节 书面表达(满分25)
假定你是李华,最近你的美国笔友Jack发来邮件说这个暑假他想来中国旅游。请用英语给他回一封邮件,主要内容如下:
1.表示欢迎;
2.向他推荐一个旅游目的地。
注意:1.词数100左右;
2.可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;
3.开头已给出,不计入总词数。
Dear Jack,
I’m very glad to hear that you are coming to China this summer holiday. _____________________________
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英语答案
第一部分:听力(共两节,满分30分)
1——5 CBAAB 6——10 BAACA 11——15 CBCBB 16——20 CCACB
第二部分:阅读理解(共两节,满分40分)
第一节 (共15小题,每小题2分,共30分)
21——23 ABD 24——27 BDAC 28——31 CDAB 32——35 BDBC
第二节 七选五(共5小题,每小题2分,共10分)
36——40 EBCGD
第三部分:英语知识运用(共两节,满分 45 分)
第一节 完形填空(共20小题,每小题1.5分,共30分)
41--45 CABDA 46---50 BCDAC 51--55 DBACD 56---60 BABDC
第二节 语法填空(共10小题,每小题1.5分,共15分)
61. which 62. applies 63. an 64. to work 65. particularly
66. was admitted 67. going 68. enlarge 69. foreigners 70. to
第四部分: 写作(共两节,满分 35 分)
第一节 短文改错(共10小题,每小题1分,共10分)
71. job—jobs 72. cooly—cool 73. five—fifth 74. high school 前加 at/in
75. or—and 76. They—There 77. amazing—amazed 78. more 去掉
79. another—other 80. want—wanted
第二节 书面表达(共25分)
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