1、第 1页共 5页月考英语试题第一部分阅读理解（满分 30 分）阅读下面短文，从短文后各题所给的 A、B、C 和 D 四个选项中，选出可以填人空白处的最佳选项。Henry was not1 at math.Even when the teacher explained something a second time,hestill couldnt _2_ it.“Never mind.Ill sit3the boy whos the best at _4_,”Henrythought,“and _5_ his answers.”The day of the exam6,and Henry sat
2、 next to Allan,7was8_ at the top of the class in math.Henry copied Allans answers9his ownexam paper.At the end of the exam,the teacher said,“Well,boys and girls,Ive decided to givea red10to the student who got the11grade.Its _12_ for me to decide who Ill givethe star to,however,_13_ two students,Hen
3、ry and Allan,got the _14_ grade.”After amoment she went on,“15Ive decided to give the star to _16_ this time.”Henrywas _17_ when he heard this.He stood18and said,“But I got the same grade as Allan,madam.”“Thats19.”The teacher said.“However,Allans answer to Question 6 wasI dont know.,but _20_ was Nor
4、 do I.”1.A.wellB.bestC.goodD.better2.A.retellB.understandC.rememberD.answer3.A.in front ofB.besidesC.behindD.next to4.A.EnglishB.ChineseC.scienceD.math5.A.checkB.chooseC.copyD.keep6.A.endedB.cameC.overD.start7A.whoB.thatC.whomD.which8.A neverB.almostC.sometimesD.always9.A.inB.onC.atD.onto10.A.starB.
5、coatC.penD.book11.A.leastB.bestC.lowestD.highest12.A.unusualB.easyC.hardD.important13.A.becauseB.thoughC.untilD.if14.A.lowB.highC.differentD.same15.A.SoB.BecauseC.AndD.But16.A.nobodyB.HenryC.AllanD.anybody17.A.afraidB.worriedC.pleasedD.angry18.A.outB.upC.forD.by19.A.wrongB.trueC.OKD.all right20.A.yo
6、ursB.mineC.hisD.others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（A、B、C 和 D）中，选出最佳选项。AA trip to Paris is not complete without a visit to the Eiffel Tower.To get the most out of your visit,read our tips below：Visit at NightRiding up the Eiffel Tower at night and looking out ove
7、r the streets of Paris,youll see why Parisis known as the“City of Light”.At street level，the spotlights on the top of the Tower zoom across theParis skyline,and the reflections of the Tower in the Seine are sights not to be missed.Purchase Your Ticket in Advance OnlineBypass the long ticket lines at
8、 the Eiffel Tower by purchasing your ticket online from the EiffelTower website.Youll pick a time to visit,and then select whether to print out the ticket or display iton your phone or iPad a convenient option if you buy your ticket in Paris without easy access to aprinter.Dont Bring Valuable Object
9、s with YouBefore entering the Eiffel Tower,your bags will be examined by a security officer.If an item youare carrying sets off the metal detector,the officer will take you away from the line for furtherinspection.Weve stood in line for hours behind people who missed their chance to go up the Eiffel
10、Tower.Have Drinks and Snacks at the Eiffel TowerIf youre like us，after an exciting trip to the Eiffel Tower，youll be ready to rest your legs andhave a relaxing snack and a drink in a Parisian cafe.Across the Seine in the Trocadero area,there aremany elegant cafes.The atmosphere is great，but the pric
11、es are in the stratosphere.Actually,the perfectplace for common visitors to eat and drink is on the Eiffel Tower itself.21.Why does the author suggest visiting the Tower at night?A.Because you can stand on the top of the Tower.B.Because you can avoid the crowds and enjoy it peacefully.C.Because you
12、can have a special sight of the city of Pairs.D.Because you can see the Seine as clear as possible.22.What does the underlined word“Bypass”in Paragraph 3 mean?第 2页共 5页A.Stand.B.Avoid.C.Control.D.Remember.23.Why did some people fail to go up the Eiffel Tower?A.Because they didnt seize the chance.B.Be
13、cause they lost valuable objects.C.Because they set off the metal detector.D.Because they had a quarrel with theofficer.24.What can be inferred from the last paragraph?A.The author recommends tourists have snacks at the Eiffel Tower.B.The Eiffel Tower provides expensive foods and drinks.C.The author
14、 prefers to eat across the Seine.D.You spend more if you have snacks at the Tower.BAs confusion disappeared,we found freedom,time,and energy to do more of what welove.We started hiking more and added weekend and weeklong camping trips.In doing so，werealized more and more benefits of being outdoors.T
15、he physical health benefits from being outside may be pretty obvious at first,but there aremore than I realized.Studies have shown that besides the vitamin D intake,being outside caneven reduce recovery and healing time.Activity outdoors can also have a higher fitness benefitthan exercise done indoo
16、rs.A walk in the woods or even just a quick trip to a park can help reduce anxiety,improveshort-term memory and reduce mental tiredness.Any time I need a boost in my mood,spendingeven five minutes in the sunshine will help.Imagine the benefits we receive from spending anentire day or even more outdo
17、ors.As Ive made it my preference to be outdoors,I find myself inspired and excited about life.Many people claim that their best ideas come to them in the shower.I have had the samehappen when in nature.My creativity,confidence,and focus all increase after a hike or aweekend spent camping.In between
18、my my generation and the generation of my children,there has been anextreme decrease in the amount of time kids are spending more time indoors than ever beforeand shares shocking statistics of how little time kids get out VS hours of screen time each day.This has given rise to many negative conseque
19、nces such as poorer physical and mental health.However,as mentioned previously,all the benefits we as adults can receive from timespent outdoors,it is even better for our kids.It is clear that time in nature is good for both adultsand children.25.According to the passage,we can know that.A.it is nec
20、essary to take in more vitamin DB.being outside helps us get well soonerC.indoor exercise is kind of harmful to healthD.keeping fit is very important for children26.How does the author give advice to readers?A.By making comparisons.B.By presenting his personal experience.C.By giving warnings.D.By fo
21、llowing the order of importance.27.When does the author have his best ideas?A.When he is having a shower.B.When he is with the kids.C.When he is in nature.D.When he comes back from work.28.What can we infer from the passage?A.The author is an expert in physical health.B.The author is strict with his
22、 children.C.Many children still prefer to stay indoors.D.Most parents ignore the value of beingoutdoors.CThough many people tell us we cant succeed,we need to hear others，opinions.I remember myhigh school English teacher telling me not to apply to Cornell University because they wouldnt acceptme and
23、 even if they did,I wouldnt be able to do the work.I almost didnt apply but a few days later Isaw Ivan Goldfarb,a former teacher and asked him about Cornell.He said,“If you get in，then you go.You can do it.”His words made all the difference.I applied,and was accepted.Too often we think its our role
24、to put“reality”into someones life.We think its our job toprotect people from the pain of failure and defeat.We think we must point out how bad the economy isand how horrible the job market is and how the sky is falling.We think that dreams are meant forothers.I saythereare enough“realists”in the wor
25、ld.The world doesnt needmorenegativityandimpossible thinkers.The world needs more optimists，encouragers，and inspirers.The world needsmore people to speak into the hearts of others and say“I believe in you.”“Follow your passion andlive your purpose.”“The job market is not great but I believe youll fi
26、nd the right job for you.”and soon.When it comes to encouragement,I know that everyone loves working for and with people whobring out the best in us.And while well always remember the negative people who told us we couldntaccomplish something,we will always cherish and hold a special place in our he
27、art for those whoencouraged us.Today I want to encourage you to be an encourager.So often the difference between success andfailure is belief.And so often that belief is instilled(逐步灌输)in us by someone who encouraged us.29.After a talk with the English teacher,the author thought.A.he would have a tr
28、y even if he was to meet with a failureB.he cast much doubt on whatthe teacher had said第 3页共 5页C.whether he should give up his dreamD.heshouldturntoanother person for advice30.Whom would you wish to get advice from if you were a person in need?A.One who can foresee your failure in the future.B.One w
29、ho can analyze thesevere situation ahead.C.One who is willing to help you with your work.D.One who can stimulate yourcourage and creativity.31.What can we learn from the passage?A.Your casual words may have a big effect on others.B.It is better not to tell truth when you are asked for advice.C.No on
30、e on earth is content to believe a true word.D.Teachers should be cautious of what they do.DResearchers have created a backpack that has a computer and medicines in it that can helpeven untrained soldiers save the lives of wounded troops.Wounded soldiers have a betterchance of survival if they get h
31、elp soon after being hurt and are quickly taken to a hospital orclinic.But soldiers who do not have medical training may not know how to help their injuredfriends.Doctors and engineers have developed what they call an“intelligent backpack”.It has acomputer and electronic measuring devices.The backpa
32、ck also has robotic instruments andmedicines ready to give to injured troops.About 16 doctors and engineers from the University of Pittsburgh,Carnegie MellonUniversity and several other places are working on the project.The U.S.Department ofDefense has given money to the project.Ron Poropatich leads
33、 the project.He is a retired army surgeon.He says the backpack willhelp soldiers care for those who are injured.The devices included in the backpack can monitor aperson heart rate and blood pressure.The robotic instruments can even tell whether the soldierhas a collapsed lung.The intelligent backpac
34、ks computer can compare information gathered about the injuredsoldier with thousands of similar cases,and quickly tell the best methods to use to save thesoldiers life.Sometimes,it is not always possible to quickly remove the injured soldier from thebattlefield.So,Dr.Poropatich says,the researchers
35、hope to create a backpack that will havedevices.that can keep a.soldier alive for a long time.Dr.Poropatich hopes the backpack and itsinstruments will be ready for testing animals in about three years.32.What can we learn from the first paragraph?A.The backpack can play a big part in the battlefield
36、.B.Most of the soldiers cant use the backpack correctly.C.Soldiers should have taken medical training.D.War or battle has brought harm to the world.33.How many kinds of items are mentioned in the backpack?A.4.B.5.C.3.D.2.34.What can we know according to Ron Poropatich?A.The project got support from
37、the whole world.B.The robotic instruments can monitor lungs.C.The injurers heart disease can he cured.D.The devices can adjust soldiers blood pressure.35.Which of the following is the best title for the passage?A.Researchers and Their Wonderful DiscoveryB.Medical Care Tested on the Wounded SoldiersC
38、.Emergency Medical Care in a BackpackD.Robotic Devices Used in the Battlefield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。The new school year is right around the corner,and the adjustment to returning to school maytake a few weeks.36 Kids today are faced with far more than le
39、arning new material.Interacting withteachers and other students,bullying(欺凌),peer(伙伴)pressure and school violence are just a few ofthe challenges children face.The Kern County Sheriff s Office would like to provide the following tips for parents on how toprotect your children,and how to teach them t
40、o protect themselves.37Map out a safe way for your children to walk to school or to the bus stop.Teach your children to always be aware of their surroundings.38 Choose a different route or walkon the opposite side of the street.Bus SafetyMake sure your children arrive at least five minutes early for
41、 the bus.Be aware that bullying often happens on the bus.Ask your children about their bus rides,whothey sit with,and what goes on in the bus.39 After School40 It could be your parents or any of your neighbors who can take care of your children for you.第 4页共 5页Make sure they inform you of it the mom
42、ent your children arrive home.At SchoolTeach your children to resolve problems without fighting.Many parents mislead theirchildren to solve problems by force in fear that their children may be bullied at school,whichwill only lead to more trouble.Anyway，encourage your children to report bullying beh
43、avior,either as a victim or a witness.A.Getting to SchoolB.Preparing for SchoolC.Encourage them to report any bullying behavior on the bus.D.Some kids just cant wait to return to school after a long holiday.E.Have your children check in with an adult as soon as they get home.F.Be aware of slow movin
44、g vehicles or parked vehicles that appear to be occupied.G.Returning to school can be fun and exciting,but it can also be difficult for some children.第三部分英语知识运用（共两节，满分 15 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 和 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。My dad is my hero because he is b
45、rave,skilled，and respectful.I know many people saytheir dads are their heroes,but my dad 41 me about becoming a man,which is 42 important fora young boy.Respect goes a long way with my dad,as does patience.As a(n)43，my dad must 44people every day，some of whom are nice and some are not.Either way，he
46、45hiswell-mannered attitude.Dad is not afraid of many things,or if he is,he doesnt tell me 46hewantstoseemtough.He may not be a big guy but since he works with his 47 all day,he is very strong.Dadworks outdoors in all kinds of 48 but the worst thing he has to do is 49 up and work in an attic(顶楼)in t
47、he middle of the summer.Trust me,this is the 50 place you will experience as anelectrician and when you come back 51，what is in your lungs will make you 52 for hours.My dad and I have a very good 53.We talk about almost everything.We go hunting,fishing，and everything a dad and son would do.My dad an
48、d I enjoy hiking 54 because it givesus time outdoors together and there is nothing like that.He has 55 and taught me everything Ineed to know about 56.I am 57 to be the son of Mike C.,and would not have it any other way.People come up tome all the time to 58 me I have a good dad.It makes me feel 59
49、that a lot of people think so 60of him.He is a good teacher of my life and would do anything for me.This is why my father ismy hero.41.A.arrangesB.teachesC.worriesD.reminds42.A.speciallyB.extremelyC.nearlyD.hardly43.A.workerB.officerC.electricianD.engineer44.A.look afterB.deal withC.wait forD.search
50、 for45.A.offersB.makesC.hidesD.keeps46.A.thoughB.unlessC.untilD.because47.A.brainB.mouthC.handsD.legs48.A.positionsB.situationsC.conditionsD.destinations49.A.climbB.putC.sendD.set50.A.coldestB.highestC.bestD.hottest51.A.downB.overC.insideD.up52.A.restB.coughC.acheD.sleep53.A.relationshipB.friendship
51、C.agreementD.companion54.A.widestB.leastC.mostD.latest55.A.learnedB.referredC.shownD.collected56.A.animalsB.natureC.studyD.skills57.A.excitedB.eagerC.surprisedD.proud58.A.askB.warnC.tellD.promise59.A.wellB.goodC.nervousD.nicely60.A.easilyB.seriouslyC.highlyD.lightly第二节（共 10 个小题，每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）阅读下
52、面材料，根据上下文在空白处填写 1 个适当的单词或所给单词的正确形式。Every year,during the Lantern Festival,the Chinese village of Nuanquan hosts one of the 61(much)beautiful shows in the world.The tradition 62(call)Da Shuhua involves experiencedblacksmiths showering 63(them)with molten(熔化的)iron.Da Shuhua 64(date)back to 300 years a
53、go,65 local blacksmiths came up with a uniquealternative to fireworks.The rich would always celebrate New Year with firecrackers,but poorblacksmiths could not afford them,so they 66(find)a cheaper alternative.Inspired by iron striking,theblacksmiths started melting iron to a temperature of around 1,
54、000 and throwing it at a large stonewall to create an effect similar 67 fireworks.The effect was so wonderful that Da Shuhua 68(gradual)gained more appeal than firecrackers,attracting many people in the celebration.Throwing molten iron soon became a tradition in Nuanquan.Over the years the celebrati
55、on has changed into 69 even more amazing show,as the blacksmiths startexperimenting with other metals,like aluminium(铝),to create green and white 70(flower)instead of第 5页共 5页just red.第四部分写作（共两节，满分 35 分）第一节：短文改错（共 l0 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。每处错误涉及一
56、个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号（），并在其下写出该加的词。删除：把多余的词用斜线（）划掉。修改：在错的同下划一横线，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。It seems that if the result is bad,which people work for will be meaningless.Personallyspeak,the process of fighting for the goal is less important than the result.When
57、 we fight forour goals,we will be devoted what we are doing and try to improve us.If we fail in the end,when we look back on the beginning,we will find that we are no longer the childish one.Wehave grown up.Whats the more,in the process of fighting,we got close to success,as thesaying goes that failure are the mother of success.So dont treat the result so serious;just enjoythe process.第二节书面表达（满分 25 分）假定你是李华，你的美国朋友 Jim 本周日想邀请你去他的寄宿家庭参加朋友聚会，但你无法参加。请依据下列要点，给 Jim 发封电子邮件。要点：1.感谢邀请；2.陈述不能参加的原因（高考即将来临，身体状况不好），并表示歉意。注意：1.词数 100 左右；2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。