1、江西省万载中学2019-2020学年高二英语12月月考试题 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)1.Whatisthewomandoing?A. Workingonalecture. B. Practicingthepiano. C. Listeningtotheradio.2. Howmuchmoneywillthewomanlendtheman?A. 9dollars. B.11dollars. C. 20dollars.3.Whyisthemaninahurry?A.Heislateforameeting. B. Heiscaughtina
2、trafficjam. C. Helivesfarfromthemeetinghall.4. Wherearethespeakers?A. Inarestaurant. B. Inaclassroom. C. Inafurniturestore.5.Whatarethespeakerstalkingabout?A. Amovie. B. Agarden. C. Abook.第二节 (共15小题;每小题1.5分,满分22.5分)听第六段材料,回答6、7题6.Whatwillthemantake?A. Anumbrella. B. Ajacket. C. SomeT-shirts.7.Whowil
3、lpickupthemanthen?A. Susan. B. UncleLi. C. AuntWang.听第7段材料,回答8、9题8.Whatdoesthewomanaskthemantodo?A. Switchoffthecomputer. B. Studyfortheexams. C. Trytogetsomesleep.9.Whatistheprobablerelationshipbetweenthe speakers?A. Classmates. B. Teacherandstudent. C. Motherandson.听第8段材料,回答10-12题10.Whatdidthewoma
4、ngiveTinalastyear?A.Adress. B. Ahandbag. C. Ascarf.11.WhenisthewomansupposedtocallAnna?A. At3:45. B. At4:45. C. At5:15.12.Whatisthemansphonenumber?A.653-1972. B.653-1796. C.653-1792.听第9段材料,回答13-16题13.What did the woman want to do at first?Goshopping. B. Gotowork. C. GotoKatesparty.14.What kind of mo
5、vies does the woman prefer to watch?A. Comedies. B. Action movies. C. Documentaries.15.What does the man think of action movies?A. Interesting. B. Exciting. C. Boring.16.Who may the woman go to the movies with?A. The mans friend. B. Her best friend. C. Her elder sister.听第10段材料,回答17-20题17.What can pe
6、ople see in Woodhill Shelter?A. Sharks B. Lions and elephants. C. Pigs and chickens.18.What is the animals life like in Woodhill Shelter?A. Poor. B. Happy. C. Unusual.19.When did Jill and Ben Smith start building Woodhill Shelter?A. In 2011. B. In 2013. C. In 2014.20.What do the volunteer workers ge
7、t for their work?A. Free lunch and coffee. B. Some animal products. C. A book about animals.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)A No matter what your age or style, MNA (Museum of Northern Arizona) Education Programs have a program to fit your desires. Stay close to home and enjoy the following
8、:MNA Ventures The MNA Ventures (冒险) program offers opportunities to discover and explore the Colorado Plateau 130,000 square miles of mountains and canyons (峡谷) centered in the Four Corners area of Arizona, Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico. Discovery ProgramsThe Discovery Programs offer educational ex
9、periences that emphasize (强调) the artistic traditions, natural sciences, Native American culture, and history of the Colorado Plateau. A variety of program choices provide fun learning opportunities for students of all ages and interests. Programs range in length from half-day classes to week-long c
10、lasses, and offer experiences for three-year-olds to adults. Discovery classes take place mainly in the Museum grounds but may include field trips to go with the experience.Custom ToursThe Museum of Northern Arizonas Custom Tours offer opportunities to discover and explore the wonders of the Colorad
11、o Plateau. Experience the rich natural wonders and cultures of this area through experts eyes by traveling with scientists, writers, artists, and professional guides.Group Exhibit Tours There are self-guided programs for the archaeology (考古学) of the Colorado Plateau, Native American culture, and the
12、 geology and biology of the Colorado Plateau. 21. According to the text, the Colorado Plateau _.A. is an area without much cultureB. is mainly made up of grasslandsC. ranges over at least four statesD. has a history of 130,000 years22. Which of the following is TRUE about Discovery Programs? A. Ther
13、e are classes at varying times.B. They are intended for art students.C. They are mainly for teenage students.D. The activities are held in the museum.23. If you want to be guided by experts, you should attend _.A. Group Exhibit Tours B. MNA VenturesC. Discovery Programs D. Custom ToursBFor the first
14、 time in Hong Kongs history,an entertainer has been written into middle school textbooks. He is considered one of the best actors in Hong Kong. Yes,he is Chow Yun fatThe example of his long hard struggle for success has been used in a chapter in a Hong Kong middle school textbookUsing his experience
15、,students can learn to make the most of their time and to get every opportunity to succeedOn hearing about this,Chow said happily,“I really hope that my experiences can make young people understand that one should not be afraid of difficulties and setbacks(挫折),for they are the only way to success”In
16、deed,Chow has travelled a long and difficult path to reach his successIn 1955,he was born into a poor family in Hong Kong. When he was 17,he had to leave schoolHe worked in a number of jobsas a postman,camera salesman and taxi driver. These experiences paved the way for him to play all kinds of role
17、s later in lifeChow broke into the film industry in the late 1970s. He was one of the hardest working actors and starred in a number of popular TV dramas and films including “Shanghai Bund”(上海滩) and “A Better Tomorrow” Since 1985,he has won many awards including Taiwans Golden Horse Awards and Hong
18、Kong Film Awards .In 1995, he went to HollywoodAlthough he was already in his 40s, he had to learn EnglishHe even put chopsticks in his mouth to practise pronouncing certain sounds. His film,“Crouching Tiger,Hidden Dragon”,began to gain him more fame and recognition around the worldIn 1998,the mayor
19、 of Chicago set aside January 12 as “Chow Yun fat Day”24Chow Yun fat has been written into middle school textbooks mainly because _Ahe plays best in Hong KongBhe keeps on struggling for successChis experiences are very specialDhe is well thought of25What can we infer from the passage?AChow Yun fat i
20、s proud of his successBChow Yun fat is popular both at home and abroadCChow Yun fat prefers to make a living by selling cameras rather than by performingDChow Yun fat has won more awards than other actors26The underlined sentence(in Paragraph 6) suggests _Achopsticks is of great help to practise Eng
21、lish pronunciationBChow Yun fat is willing to struggle with difficultiesCChow Yun fat has suffered a lot since he went to HollywoodDit is hard for a person who is over 40 years old to learn spoken English27The author wrote this passage to _Aintroduce Chows way to successBpraise Chow for his excellen
22、t performanceCcall on people to learn from ChowDshow why Chow is popularC. After disappearing for over 19 years, measles (麻疹) is making a comeback in America. Since January 2019, the disease has infected more than 700 people, mostly small children, and the number seems to be increasing daily.Measles
23、 is an infectious disease that typically begins with a high fever, cough, runny nose, and red, watery eyes. Many people also lose their appetites and feel sleepy. About three to four days after the symptoms start, the person breaks out into a rash (皮疹) that begins on the face at the hairline and the
24、n spreads to the neck and the rest of the body.In healthy people, the recovery, which takes between two to three weeks, starts soon after the rash begins. However, for about 40 percent of patients mainly kids under the age of five or older adults the disease often leads to pneumonia (肺炎), which, if
25、left untreated, could result in death.The recent outbreak is thought to have been caused by travelers picking up the virus in a country where the disease is still existing and exposing it to an unvaccinated (未接种的) community in the US. In New York, it was carried back by someone who had recently visi
26、ted Israel, which is currently undergoing a significant measles, while in Washington, “patient zero” was infected by a type that is currently circulating in Europe.To limit the spread of the disease before it gets out of hand, US health officials are attempting to educate communities with high rates
27、 of unvaccinated children. They are also urging adults to consult with their physicians and get injected if considered necessary by the doctor.Hopefully, health officials worldwide will be able to convince parents that vaccinating their children will protect, not harm, them.28What is the third parag
28、raph mainly about? AThe causes of measles.BThe symptoms of measles.CThe possible results of measles.DThe cures for measles.29Why did some people develop measles in America? ABecause it is too hot this year.BBecause people are too stressed.CBecause pollution is too serious.DBecause the virus was take
29、n to America.30What do we know about measles?AIt once disappeared in America. BIt starts with a rash.CIt is mild to everyone.DIt is impossible to cure.31In which section of a newspaper may this text appear? AHealth.BEducation.CScience.DEntertainment.DMany kids help out around the house with chores(家
30、庭杂务)such as emptying the dishwasher,putting laundry(洗好的衣物) away,and taking out the trash In exchange,some kids get allowances(补贴)or other rewards such as extra computer time But some people do not think that kids should get rewards for doing choresSusie Walton, a parenting educator and family coach,
31、believes that by rewarding kids,parents are sending a message that work isnt worth doing unless you get something in return Running any kind of household is a team effort, Susie said, A home is a living space for everyone in the family. Its important for kids to see that we all have responsibilities
32、 in the house,and that families decide together how they want their home to look,and how they are going to keep it looking like everyone wants it to look Other people believe that getting a cash allowance or other rewards motivates(激励)kids to do chores,and it also teaches them real world lessons abo
33、ut how we need to work to earn moneyThere are also new applications that give kids points and digital gifts that can be redeemed(兑取)either online or in the real worldWith the ChoreMonster app,kids earn digital points by completing chores that they can turn in for real-life rewards such as extra Xbox
34、 time or a trip to the mallOur goal is to encourage kids to earn rewards, says Chris Bergman, founder of ChoreMonster,Kids need positive reinforcement(强化)to help motivate themWhat do you think? Should kids be rewarded for doing chores? Or should kids help out around their homes without getting anyth
35、ing in return? Write a 200-word responseSend it to tfkasks4you. Your response may be published in a future issue of Time For KidsPlease include your grade and contact information of your parent or teacher if you want your response to be publishedThe deadline for responding is February 1832.How does
36、the author start the passage? _ A. By presenting some facts B. By listing some evidence C. By comparing different views D. By stating his own experiences 33. Which statement is true according to Susie Walton? _ A. Kids should be rewarded for doing chores B. Parents decide what kids can do for the fa
37、mily C. Kids have the responsibility to share housework D. Kids can get extra computer time for doing chores 34. Paragraph 3 is mainly about _ A. Chris Bergman opinion on raising kids B. main reasons why kids need encouragement C. how to motivate kids to try new applications D. the advantages of rew
38、arding kids for doing chores 35. The purpose of writing the text is to _ A. invite readers to express their opinions B. inform readers of two different opinions C. call on readers to reflect on their behavior D. present the author viewpoint about parenting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
39、白处的最佳选项。选项中有两项为多余选项。We all know the benefits of regular physical activity But about 80 percent of people dont take exercise every day Even some say they dont enjoy exercise. _36_ Here are some tips Find an exercise that best fits your personality_37_ Take a group exercise class, join a football team
40、 or walk with a group of friends If you prefer having time alone, jogging or yoga will be better fit foryou Make it a habit It can take a little while for something to become a habit_38_ One way is to try to exercise around the same time each day Exercise can become addictive in a positive way, said
41、 Dr Carnethon, who is also an American Heart Association Volunteer _39_There are many ways to fit exercise into your life You can find some exercise videos online Do weight training with things around your homeTake a brief walk after lunchAnd if you go to school or work by bus, get off a stop earlie
42、r and walk the rest of the way Keep going If you miss a day,dont worry about it_40_ Just make sure you get back the next day Its easy to make something a habit again You will see the same benefits And any little bit you can fit in will show benefitsABuild exercise into your lifestyleBEverybody strug
43、gles once in a whileCSo how can you make an exercise pleasant?DBreak up your physical activity into smaller partsETherefore, give yourself the time to create a regular routineFIf you are a social person, do something that attracts you sociallyGFinding a peer group is the perfect way to share your go
44、als, and hobbies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。When I think back to my childhood, I like to recall the super-heroes that filled my Saturday morning cartoon marathons. Wearing my warm pajamas, eyes 41 on the screen, I remember how I 42 thos
45、e larger-than-life superheroes fighting against enemies and 43 the difficulties. They opened up a world of 44 .As a child, I think we all admire the idea that there are people in this world who can 45 the impossible things-do things that 46 people cannot. Fictional superheroes are usually 47 as the
46、people having extraordinary or superhuman power and are devoted to 48 the public. But,there are real-life heroes 49 there. They dont have fascinating power that we can only 50 of. I am talking about unsung heroes in our 51 . The people we often forget, the cashiers at our 52 grocery stores, mechanic
47、s who fix our cars,people who cook the food in our local restaurants, daycare workers,those working on the frontline of non-profit organizations, secretaries, and the 53 goes on.I try to express my 54 every day to the people who make our lives 55 , even when we dont realize it. Just everyone in your
48、 community is 56 an unsung hero to someone in their lives.Life is a 57 at times and each of us has a story to tell. Someone else is thankful for less than what you have. An unsung hero of mine who 58 my day was a lady in the line behind me at the grocery store who said, It doesnt matter if the glass
49、 is full or empty just be 59 that you have a glass. Having a 60 attitude means showing gratitude towards the people in your life.41Aattended Badapted Cexposed Dfixed42Aadmired Brespected Cimagined Dexpected43Aarranging Bchallenging Cresponding Dbalancing44Awonders Bfreedom Cpossibilities Dbusiness45
50、Aaccomplish Bacquire Covercome Doccupy46Awealthy Bunusual Cordinary Deducated47Arepresented Bdescribed Cdesigned Dsupposed48Aentertaining Bastonishing Cleading Dprotecting49Astaying Bfighting Cworking Dexisting50Atalk Bdream Cthink Dimagine51Acountry Bcity Ccommunity Dstate52Alocal Brural Curban Dfa
51、vorite53Afrontline Bexample Cnumber Dlist54Agratitude Badmiration Cdelight Dpraise55Afaster Bcheaper Ceasier Dworse56Aexactly Bprobably Cnaturally Dslightly57Astage Bstruggle Cdiscussion Dconversation58Amade Bled Cspent Denriched59Aamazed Bconfident Castonished Dthankful60Aclever Bsatisfactory Cposi
52、tive Dnegative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。For 28- year- old Russian Artem Zhdanv, China is a place to fulfill dreams. After graduating from college with a major in Chinese, he left hometown in Siberia 61_ (he) and moved to Guangzhou, Chinas southern economic powerhouse.He
53、 62_ (build) a Russian-language news website about China in recent years, founded a consulting company and set up 63 _ online store on the e-commerce platform Taobao. The news website now has a 64_ (month) visit of 100,000, and the products he sells online-such as T-shirts, cups and chopsticks with
54、catchy Chinese phrases -have become popular with foreigners 65_ live in China.“My childhood dream 66_ (be) to be a diplomat(外交家). Now my website and Taobao store 67_ (connect) foreigners with China are like bridges, ” he said. “China is a good place to start a business. As long as you have an idea a
55、nd the courage, you can 68_ (easy) build a business here,” he said.Zhdanov wants to connect Russian businessmen with investors in China. “China has more unicorn (独角兽) companies 69_many other countries. And the government has provided great support for high-tech develop- ment . I would like to tell m
56、ore Russians that instead of only looking at Silicon Valley, they can also come to China 70_ (realize) their dreams”.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)文中共10处语言错误,每句最多有两处,每处错误仅涉及单词的增加,删除或修改。WithmoreandmoreChinesetravelsabroad,reportsontheirbadmannersfloodinManyoverseasChineseisembarrassedw
57、henforeignersaskthemifallChinesetalkloudlyandspiteverywhereThepoorbehaviorofsomeChinesedidgreatharmtoourreputationforhavinggoodmannersChinahasbecomeaimportantcomeroftheglobalvillage. Wehavetounderstandandrespect the cultures of othercountryWeknowthatitiseasytofallintobadmanners thantogetintogoodones
58、 and indeed there are some Chinese people do have some bad manners. But I firm believe that we can do something about it . So before you go on with your overseas trip, remember to learn about the culture and people there. We will have a better experience and win respect for yourself as well as your
59、motherland. 第二节:书面表达(25分)假定你晨光中学的李津。你校的英文社团正在举办“How can we reduce garbage pollution”的征文活动。请根据以下提示,用英文写一篇短文投稿。(1)介绍垃圾污染的现状;(2)提出减少垃圾污染的措施(不少于两点);(3)谈谈你对减少垃圾污染的看法。 注意:(1)词数100左右;(2)可以适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;How can we reduce garbage pollution一 听力答案:1-20 ABCAC- CABCB -ABABC -ACBBA二阅读理解答案:21-40 CADBBBCCDAAACDA-CF
60、EAB三完形填空答案:41-60 DABCA-CBDDB-CADAC-BBADC四、语法填空答案:61himself 62has built 63an 64monthly 65who/that 66was 77connecting 68easily 69than 70to realize五、短文改错:71.travels-traveling 76.easy-easier72.is-are 77.people后加who73.did-does 78.firm-firmly74.a-an 79.go on with75.country-countries 80.We-You六、书面表达At pres
61、ent, a great deal of garbage is being produced every day. The problem of garbage pollution is getting so serious that many cities around the world are now being surrounded by garbage and people are suffering from the consequences of it.To solve the problem, we are supposed to take some effective mea
62、sures. First, we should economize on resources so as to reduce the amount of garbage. Second, we should sort the garbage properly so that they can be treated easily and differently. Third, reusable garbage should be recycled as much as possible.In my opinion, only if we work together to reduce garbage pollution can we live in a better environment.