江西省抚州市南城县高中2020-2021学年高二下学期5月月考英语试题 Word版含答案（缺作文答案，无听力音频无文字材料）

南城县高中2020--2021学年度高二年级期中联考
英 语 试 卷
第一部分：听力（共两节，满分30分）做题时，先将答案划在试卷上。录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。
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个小题。每段材料仅读一遍。
1. How long do they probably plan to spend in eating?
A. An hour. B.20 minutes C. 40 minutes.
2. What do the two speakers think of their homework?
A. It's too boring. B. It’s too difficult C. It's too much.
3. What do we know about Cherry and Lisa?
A. They don't have a good relationship now.
B. They often write to each other.
C. They both lose touch with their friends.
4. What's the weather like tomorrow?
A. Windy. B. Cloudy. C. Rainy.
5. What will the two speakers do?
A. Have a walk. B. Go swimming. C. Stay at home.
第二节（共15小题；每小题1. 5分，满分22. 5分）
听第6段材料，回答第6、7题。
6. What is the probable relationship between the two speakers?
A. Doctor and nurse. B. Husband and wife. C. Mother and son.
7. What is the woman's response when she hears the news?
A. Fairly happy. B. Rather puzzled C. Very serious.
听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。
8. Where does the woman want to go?
A. A bookstore. B.A hotel C. A subway station.
9. How can the woman get to the place?
A. First turn left and go along the street, then take the subway.
B. First go along the street and turn right, then take the subway.
C. First take the subway and get off, then go across the crossing.
听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。
10. How does the man usually go to school?
A. By bike. B. On foot. C. By school bus.
11. What did the English teacher do when the man came into the classroom?
A. She was angry.
B. She criticized him.
C. She told him not to be late next time.
12. Why couldn't the man listen to the class?
A. Because he overslept.
B. Because he missed the school bus.
C. Because he left his English book at home.
听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。
13. What restaurant will they go to?
A. The Thai restaurant.
B. The Indian restaurant.
C. The Italian restaurant.
14. Why won't they go to the Chinese restaurant?
A. Its service is poor. B. Its food is expensive. C. It's too far.
15. What does the woman think of the restaurant they will go to?
A. Extra money will be charged if they bring wine.
B. Generally its food is the cheapest.
C. It is regarded as the best in the town.
16. Who will pay for the meal?
A. The man will pay. B. The woman will pay. C. They will go Dutch.
听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。
17. Where was Sarah swimming on Oct. 6, 2016?
A. In Lake Tahoe. B. In Lake Powell. C. In the English Channel.
18. How many people were on the boat?
A. Three people. B. Eight people. C. Thirteen people.
19. When did Sarah swim 77. 3 miles at a time?
A. In 2010. B. In 2014. C. In 2016.
20. What does Sarah plan to do?
A. Take part in the marathon in 2018.
B. Keep swimming.
C. Set up a new record for the marathon in 2018
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）
阅读下列短文，从每题所给的四个选项中（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项、并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。
A
Out of the Darkness Free Climb
FRIDAY, MARCH 19, 2021, 3 PM - 6 PM
This free climbing event takes place at the Peak Adventures Challenge Center at Sacramento State. Help recover from emotional pain and climb out of the darkness! Entry is free! Closed-toed shoes and a signed document are required to enter the facility(设施)
Location Peak Adventures Challenge Center
Cost Student: Free | The public: Free
Learn Skiing or Snowboarding
MONDAY, MARCH 8, 2021, 7 AM - 6 PM
If you want to try skiing or snowboarding for the first time, this trip is the deal for you! The trip price includes instruction, transportation, equipment (including the helmet), a beginner lesson, and a beginner lift ticket(缆车票). No experience necessary, but space is limited so sign up early!
If you have been snowboarding before and want to move to a middle and advanced lesson and receive access to the whole mountain, you can upgrade your package to a higher level for an extra $20.
If you are just looking for a ride to the slopes, check out our Sierra Snow Shuttle.
Location Sierra at Tahoe
Cost Student: $130 | The public: $180
Redwoods Camping
SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 9 AM - MONDAY, MARCH 15, 2021, 6 PM
Take in the landscape diversity of Northern California’s redwoods on this three-day camping trip. Unplug and reconnect as we spend the weekend camping under ancient redwoods. Enjoy beautiful nature among tall trees and starry(布满星星的) skies. Join around evening campfires, explore, and de-stress.
Location Samuel P. Taylor State Park
Cost Student: $130 | The public: $250
Free Backpacking Nutrition Clinic
THURSDAY, MARCH 18, 2021, 12 PM -1 PM
You don't need to sacrifice taste or quality when cooking in remote areas! Come and learn a delicious recipe for your next backpacking adventure. Free food, useful knowledge, and a recipe you can try again at home are available to all participants.
Location The Cove, The WELL
Cost Student: Free | The public: N/A
21. Which activity focuses on one’s mental problem?
A. Redwoods Camping B. Learn Skiing or Snowboarding.
C. Out of the Darkness Free Climb D. Free Backpacking Nutrition Clinic.
22. If a student skier wants to have access to the whole mountain, he/she should pay ______.
A. $130 B. $150 C. $180 D. $200
23. What is Free Backpacking Nutrition Clinic aimed at teaching?
A. The ability to survive in the wild.
B. The skill in cooking in remote areas.
C. The technique of finding food outdoors.
D. The knowledge of traveling in the countryside.
B
Sleeping is important, and we all know that. Many people have experienced strange sleeping patterns, weird (奇怪的) dreams and a feeling of restlessness and tiredness despite a good night’s sleep. So what sort of things can help you to improve your sleep?
There are a lot of myths related to sleep, some of which can be quite damaging for our health. Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher famously claimed that she only slept for five hours a night. But according to experts, this is harmful to health. Likewise, sleeping in front of the TV is another thing to avoid. The bright lights can prevent you from entering a deep sleep.
From a young age we’re told to count sheep to help us to fall asleep, with some choosing to stay in bed to battle with insomnia. However, some experts advise getting up and doing something mindless, like folding socks, to help us get in the mood to fall asleep.
Psychologist Seth J. Gillihan PhD recommends walking to help in the battle against the issue. He talks about a sleep study published in the journal Sleep Health which suggests that those who walk slightly more will experience better quality and length of sleep. Watching what you eat or drink can also improve the amount of rapid eye movement you experience.
If you’re a snorer(打鼾者), you might also want to take note. While most snoring is harmless, it could be a sign of sleep apnoea (室息), with people suffering from the condition more likely to have heart attacks, irregular heartbeats or high blood pressure.
Finally, a good nap(小睡), or even a power nap, can help you to be more alert, calm and focused. So while there are some good tips like exercising or folding socks to help us get a good night’s sleep, sometimes a good afternoon’s sleep can help us face the day ahead.
24. What is opposed by the experts?
A. Sleeping with the window open. B. Sleeping in front of a switched-on TV.
C. Exercising before going to bed. D. Sleeping over five hours per night.
25. What does the underlined word “insomnia” probably mean?
A. Sleeplessness. B. Headache. C. Confusion. D. Unconsciousness.
26. What should a snorer pay attention to?
A. Unusual blood pressure. B. Regular heartbeats.
C. Chances of heart disease. D. The possibility of sleep apnoea.
27. What’s the best title for the text?
A. How to Fall Asleep Fast. B. The Myths of Sleeping Patterns.
C. How to Improve Your Sleep. D. The Power of a Good Night’s Sleep.

C
Recently, I moved from Beijing to a very small town on the west coast of Ireland. Every time I looked out of my living room window in Beijing, I would see shoppers, friends hanging out and taking photos, and bicyclists and cars passing by with horns sounding. Now, when I look out of my window in Ireland, I have a view of a mountain across the road and sometimes I see a horse or a cow in the field leading to the mountain.
To break up the monotony(单调) of the small-town life, I often go for drives around the area. On any given day, these drives allow me to enjoy the breathtaking views of a mostly untouched landscape. Besides, you really can take your time driving around, because there are so many twists and turns around mountains, lakes and villages, where you have to drive pretty slowly.
In Ireland there are two official languages. One is Irish and the other is English. Some Irish people also speak Hiberno-English, which is a mix of the two, blending (混合) the grammatical style of Irish with English words. Today most people in Ireland use English, but Irish is taught in primary and secondary schools. Preserving the Irish language and culture in this small country is important.
As I plan to stay in Ireland for the foreseeable future, something I like to do is read literature that describes local life. Recently I picked up the book Brooklyn, which tells a beautiful story about the journey of a young Irish woman named Eilis who immigrates to the United States. Eilis’ story gives me a good insight(深刻理解) into Irish life. Reading this wonderful book allows me to see through her eyes how rich Irish culture and traditional values were during that period of time.
Even though Ireland is a foreign country to me, there is some comfort knowing part of my own family came from this place. I often receive a lot of warm greetings from the locals, because in a way we are like family.
28. What can we know about the author?
A. She went from a noisy urban life to a quiet country life.
B. She lived in Ireland before she went to China.
C. She likes looking out of her window in her house.
D. She loves her life in Beijing more than in a small town of Ireland.
29. In this very small town, the author______.
A. lives a colorful life. B. works as a taxi driver.
C. is tired of the life there. D. is not allowed to drive fast.
30. What do we know about the language - Irish?
A. It is mixed with English. B. It will disappear very soon.
C. It is still valued in Ireland. D. It was already replaced by English.
31. What does Eilis’ story bring to the author?
A. It makes her like to read literature.
B. It makes her fall in love with Irish culture.
C. It makes her have a strong desire to travel to Ireland.
D. It makes her understand Irish life back then well.
D
Scientists have found a way to make running water as clean as pure water, thanks to a tiny device (装置).
Water purification(净化) is a big problem in the developing world, where people can only drink a limited amount of clean running water. Current methods involve either boiling water that has to use precious resources or relying on the sun, which is free but takes several hours to work. However, this problem could be solved someday thanks to a small device. Although it’s still a long way off from the market, it is hoped that the new device, created the researchers at the Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Stanford University, will make much slower purification techniques disused.
Being half the size of a stamp, the device uses visible(看得见的) light to get the job done. Visible light, a type of electromagnetic radiation, is pretty much exactly what it sounds like —light that most human eyes can pick up on. Other types of electromagnetic radiation include microwaves, X-rays and so on. The device features “nanoflakes(纳米片)”, which turn into a photocatalyst(光催化剂) when affected by incoming light, so they can absorb the full range of visible sunlight. Nanoflakes are covered with a kind of common metal material which can rid the water of 99.999 percent of bacteria in just 20 minutes effectively by producing some special chemical substances, so the device is inexpensive, environment-friendly and easy to make.
“Our device looks like a little rectangle of black glass. We just dropped it into the water and put everything under the sun, and the sun did all the work,” says lead author Chong Liu in a press release. The study results were published in Nature Nanotechnology. So far, the device has only been challenged by three lab-based types of bacteria, rather than the complex collection of pollutants found in the real world. Researchers say the next steps are to test it on other bacteria as well as viruses in the lab. Then they will try out the device in naturally polluted water such as that found in developing countries. They predict that it will take three to five more years to finish the development.
32. What does the author think of the running water in the developing countries?
A. It is very precious. B. It will be purified more effectively one day.
C. It is really very clean. D. It costs people a lot of money.
33. What does the new device make use of to clear bacteria in water?
A. X-rays. B. Common sunlight.
C. Microwaves. D. Expensive resources.
34. Why does the new device still have a long way off from the market?
A. It can only kill a limited number of bacteria now.
B. It is hard to produce.
C. It wastes a lot of nutrition in water.
D. It will take more than five years to improve itself.
35. Which of the following would be the best title for the text?
A. How to Purify Polluted Water.
B. The Benefits of Water Purification.
C. A Tiny Device That Purifies Water.
D. How to Make Full Use of Nanoflakes.
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。
Studying is a skill you can improve, just like any other. Set yourself up for success by taking notes and keeping a study schedule. When you start studying, limit your distractions (分心) and avoid multitasking. These methods will help you improve your learning efficiency effectively.
Take steps to avoid distractions. If you have family members that distract you, politely ask them to leave so you can continue with your assignments. 36 .
Turn your phone on silent. If you don’t need the Internet for your studying, turn your WiFi off so you won’t get distracted.
Study one subject at a time instead of multitasking. If you’re feeling really stressed. It’s often attractive to work on three assignments at the same time because you’re so worried about all of them. But that actually makes each task more unpleasant and difficult to accomplish, makes everything take longer, and means you do a worse job on each task. 37 , take a break, and then start studying for the next class.
Stay organized with a study schedule. Keep a detailed plan listing all your tests and assignments. 38 . For each day, write down the homework or studying you have to do and when you plan to do it. 39 . Mark out time slots((时间段) to work on long-term projects and study for big tests, so that you don’t push them to the last minute.
40 . Sleep is the best ingredient to help you focus. Staying up late studying on school nights is not a good idea for long-term success. Lack of sleep prevents you from concentrating and reduces your ability to remember what you have learned.
A. Your quality of sleep improves.
B. This can be done on paper or online.
C. Make sure you get enough sleep every night.
D. Make sure the TV and radio are off.
E. It’s beneficial to devote at least 5 minutes to reviewing assignments.
F. Instead, devote a certain period of time to studying for one class.
G. It can be helpful to write down other time commitments you have, too.
第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）
第一节（共20小题;每小题1.5分，满分30分）
阅读下面的短文,从短文后各题所给的A、B、C和D）四个选项中,选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。
Expect the unexpected
A couple of weeks ago, my grandfather was explaining his favorite expression,“ Nothing is ever easy.”The following day, as I tried to complete my day's work, I happened to __41__ a bumblebee(大黄蜂)on the skylight (天窗). The skylight was particularly high up, but I thought __42__ the bee would take no more than five minutes. An hour later, the bee still ___43___.
All that had changed was that the living room was a ___44___ and that I was dizzy（眩晕的） from ___45___ into the sunlight. I did not ___46___ to waste an hour on a tiny insect, but by doing so, I understood what my grandfather meant.
It is not only time that we tend to ___47___ —we don't take account of unexpected costs. We often imagine what can work ___48___, but we seldom think of all the ___49___ things that could affect us. However, it is important to remember that your day of week or year might not go as planned, and that is completely normal. It is perfectly ___50___ to feel challenged - even at a task you thought was simple ___51___ that is part of life.
If you can accept that nothing will ever be easy, then life might seem slightly more ___52___. In ___53___ school, I thought high school might be easier because I could choose the classes I wanted to take. In high school, I thought college might be easier because I could have a schedule, ___54___ for myself. Yet I was ___55___ each time. After accepting that school wouldn't be easy, I found myself ___56___ a more positive attitude and ___57___ results.
Of course, there should be preparations made to take account of ___58___ or time. Doing so can only help you ___59___ your goals in a better way. However, there is no need to beat ourselves up (过分自责)when something stands in our ___60___. Maybe we cannot see a bee coming our way, but we can always give ourselves the extra time to catch it.
41. A. notice
B. hear
C. meet
D. feed
42. A. flying
B. hitting
C. running
D. removing
43. A. slept
B. flowed
C. remained
D. came
44.A. ruin
B. lab
C. mess
D. zoo
45 .A. looking up
B. jumping up
C. reflecting back
D. tracking back
46. A. hesitate
B. expect
C. try
D. forget
47. A. undergo（经历）
B. undertake
C. Underestimate（低估）
D. understand
48. A. in our way
B. in our honor
C. in our memory
D. in our favor
49. A. negative
B. positive
C. perfect
D. natural
50. A. accessible
B. acceptable
C. available
D. agreeable
51. A. if
B. while
C. because
D. unless
52. A. incredible（难以置信的）
B. manageable
C. challenging
D. inspiring
53. A. middle
B. primary
C. nursery
D. public
54. A. tight
B. suitable
C. full
D. strict
55. A. nervous
B. satisfied
C. right
D. disappointed
56. A. beyond
B. towards
C. under
D. with
57. A. improved
B. direct
C. upset
D. shocking
58. A. expectation
B. space
C. expenses
D. reasons
59. A. set
B. make
C. have
D. accomplish
60. A. passage
B. path
C. house
D. heart





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。
High in the Swiss Alps many years ago, there 61. _______ (live) a lonely shepherd boy who longed for a friend to share his evenings. One night he saw three old men, each 62. _______ (hold) a glass.
The first old man said, “Drink this liquid and you shall be victorious in battle.”
The second old man said, “Drink this liquid and you shall have 63. _______ (count) riches.”
The last old man said, “I provide you 64. _______ the happiness of music — the horn.”
The boy chose the 65. _______ (three) glass. The next day, he came upon a great horn, ten feet in 66. _______ (long). When he put his 67. _______ (lip) to it, a beautiful tune floated across the valley. He found a friend.
68. _______ the legend of the horn goes. First 69. _______ (know) in the ninth century, the horn was used by herdsmen to call cattle, for 70. _______ (it) deep tones echoed(发出回声) across the mountainsides. Even today, on a quiet summer evening, the music can be heard floating among the peaks.
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。错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。
增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（^），并在其下面写出该加的词。
删除：把多余的词用（\）划掉。
修改：在错的词下画一横线，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。
I have learned that volunteers for Beijing 2022 Winter Olympic Games is needed. I’m writing to apply to this position. As a native of Beijing, I think it is a privilege and duty for me to offer the best voluntary service to our foreign guests and meanwhile promoting Chinese culture. I believe I’m equally to the job. I have good command of English and I’m confident in giving players guidance and help as requiring. What’s more, I have a knowledge of winter sports, which they will prove helpful in communicating with players. However, I have been involved in several international exchange programs, but enjoy spreading our culture to foreigners.
I would appreciate it if you could offer me the opportunities. Thank you for your time and consideration.
第二节 书面表达（满分25分）
假定你是李华，你的英国笔友David 了解到不久前中国教育部发布了在中小学校园学生禁止使用手 机的禁令。他很想知道你和同学们对该禁令的看法。请你就此给他回一封电子邮件：
注意.1.词数100左右；
2.可适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；
3,开头和结尾已给出，但不计入总词数。
Dear David,
The Ministry of Education, earlier this year, issued a cell phone ban,





Yours,
LiHua
南城县高中2020--2021学年度高二年级期中联考
英语 答案
听力： 1-5 BBAAA 6-10 BAABC 11-15 CCBCA 16-20 BBCBB
阅读理解：21-23 CBB 24-27 BADC 28-31 ADCD 32-35 BAAC
36-40 DFBGC
完形填空：
41. A 42. D 43. C 44. C 45. A 46. B 47. C 48. D 49. A 50. B
51. C 52. B 53. A 54. B 55. D 56. D 57. A 58. C 59. D 60. B
语法填空：
lived 2. holding 3. countless 4. with 5. third
length 7. lips 8. So 9. known 10. its
改错：
1. is→ are 2. to→ for 3. promoting→ promote 4. equally→ equal
5. good前加a 6. requiring→ required 7. 去掉they
8. However→ Besides/ Moreover/Furthermore/Additionally 9. but→ and
10. opportunities→ opportunity
书面表达: