1、福建省南安市侨光中学2020-2021学年高二英语下学期期中阶段考试试题第I卷（选择题 共85分）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，从题中所给的三个选项A、B、C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.When will the next train get to Miami?A. At 11:00 a.m. B. At 3:00 p.m. C. At 4:00 p.m.2. What are the speakers
2、discussing?A. Where to put the photograph.B. Whether to move the furniture.C. How to use the phone.3. What are the speakers talking about?A. What to bring to the party.B. How to prepare a party.C. Whether to buy meat for the party.4. Where does the conversation take place?A. At an airport. B. At a c
3、linic. C. At a hotel.5. How will the weather be this weekend?A. Snowy. B. Sunny. C. Stormy.第二节 （共 15 小题；每小题 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 does the woman ask the
4、man to do?A. Give some materials to new workers.B. Fix a copy machine quickly.C. Hire some new workers.7. What will the man do next?A. Call a repair shop.B. Conduct a job interview.C. Get in touch with a printing company.听第 7 段材料，回答第 8、9 题。8. Who is the woman probably talking to?A. The house owner.
5、B. A repairman. C. A painter.9. What will the woman do if her problem isnt solved?A. Send a large bill to the man.B. Find someone to fix the wall.C. Fix the electricity wires herself.听第 8 段材料，回答第 10 至 12 题。10. What is the main topic of the conversation?A. Putting shoes on dogs. B. Buying toys for do
6、gs. C. Making videos for dogs.11. What does the man think about the dog in the video?A. It looks silly. B. It looks poor. C. It looks lovely.12. Where will the man go this afternoon?A. To a park. B. To a store. C. To an animal shelter.听第 9 段材料，回答第 13 至 16 题。13. What state did the woman drive from?A.
7、 Minnesota. B. Montana. C. California.14. What does the man ask the woman to do?A. Check in. B. Meet her group. C. Give a speech.15. Who does the woman most probably want to see?A. Captain Jones. B. General Richards. C. General Thompson.16. How does the woman probably feel in the end?A. Excited. B.
8、Stressed. C. Disappointed.听第 10 段材料，回答第 17 至 20 题。17. Where did the idea of maker culture come from?A. The DIY lovers. B. Young people. C. Old people.18. What is an important reason for people to make things?A. They can get new skills.B. They produce something useful.C. They can create new technolog
9、y.19. Where do people learn to make things?A. In school. B. From the robots. C. On the Internet.20. Why did people have trouble joining the movement in the past?A. It wasnt common.B. It was expensive.C. It was difficult.第二部分： 阅读理解（共两节，满分40分）第一节（共11小题；每小题2.5分，满分27.5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。
10、AWELCOME TO THE VIRTUAL REALITY CINEMA AMSTERDAMWorlds First Reality CinemaGoing to the VR CINEMA offers you the opportunity to watch movies like youve never done before. You can see 360 degree movies using a VR headset. In the VR CINEMA, ringing mobile phones and noisy visitors belong to the past.
11、Furthermore, traditional red cinema chairs or the big white screen are nowhere to be found. Instead, a Samsung Galaxy S6 (smart phone) together with the Samsung Gear VR (virtual reality glasses) transports you to a wholly new world. Headphones shut out background noise, and above all, offer super so
12、und quality. Turning chairs allow you to freely look around and see whats happening above, below, behind, in front, on the right and on the left side of you. So no sore neck, we promise.In the VR CINEMA, you will experience 30 minutes of the coolest virtual reality films. We proudly present four fil
13、m selections in different themes in order to please every virtual reality lover. Are you brave enough for our scary films? Will you lose yourself in VR documentaries from around the globe? Do you prefer to go on an adventurous journey like no other? Or do your kids want to swim with dolphins, intera
14、ct with magical characters, and experience the moving stories beyond imagination? Supernatural, Documentary, Journey and Fun are waiting for you!For kids, young and older ones, theres the cheerful and colorful selection. The only thing you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy the VR experience of
15、 your choice.Location: Oosterdokskade 5, 1011 AD Amsterdam The NetherlandsTel: +31(0) 627006916E-mail: mailTicket Price: 12.5Opening hours: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 14:00-21:00Saturday & Sunday: 12:00-22:0021. What is the VR CINEMA like?A. It has a big white screen. B. It is full of noisy visit
16、ors.C. It is equipped with red chairs. D. It offers 360 degree movies.22. What can you do in the VR CINEMA?A. Join the swimming club.B. Experience the touching unimaginable stories.C. Act as magical characters.D. Lose yourself in VR documentaries only from America.23. Whats the main purpose of the t
17、ext?A. To introduce new VR films.B. To present VR film schedules.C. To report development of VR films.D. To attract people to the VR CINEMA. BNervous suspects locked up in Britains newest police station may feel relieved by a pleasant yellow color on the door. If they are close to confessing a crime
18、, the blue on the wall might tip the balance.Gwent Police have abandoned colors such as grays and browns of the 20th-century police cell and have used color psychology to decorate them.Ystrad Mynach station, which recently opened at a cost of E5 million, has four cells with glass doors for prisoners
19、 who suffer from claustrophobia(幽闭恐怖症). Designers have painted the frames yellow, which researchers say is a calming color. Other cells contain a royal blue line because psychologists believe that the color is likely to encourage truthfulness.The station has 31 cells, including 12 with a “live scan”
20、 system for drunken or disturbed prisoners which detects the rise and fall of their chest. An alarm alerts officers if a prisoners breathing stops and carries on ringing until the door is opened.Designers and psychologists have worked for years on color. Blue is said to suggest trust, efficiency, du
21、ty, logic, coolness, thinking and calm. It also suggests coldness and unfriendliness. It is thought that strong blues will stimulate clear thought and lighter, soft colors will calm the mind and aid concentration.Yellow is linked with confidence, self-respect and friendliness. Get the color wrong an
22、d it could cause fear, depression and anxiety, but the right yellow can lift spirits and self-respect.Ingrid Collins, a psychologist who specializes in the effects of color，said that color was an “energy force”,. She said: “Blue does enhance communication but I am not sure it would enhance truthful
23、communication.”Yellow, she said, affected the mind. Red, on the other hand, should never be considered because it could increase aggression. Mrs. Collins praised the designers for using colors in the cells. Gwent is not the first British force to experiment with color to calm down or persuade prison
24、ers to co-operate. In the 1990s Strathclyde Police used pink in cells based on research carried out by the US Navy.24. What does the underlined phrase “tip the balance” in paragraph 1 probably mean?A. Let suspects keep their balance.B. Help suspects to confess their crimes.C. Make suspects deny thei
25、r guilts.D. Enhance communication among prisoners.25. Which of the following colors should NOT be used in cells according to the passage?A. Pink B. Yellow C. Blue D. Red26. Which of the following helps alert officers if someone stops breathing?A. Scanning equipment. B. Royal blue lines.C. Glass door
26、s. D. Yellow frames.27. What is the text mainly about?A. Colors take lead in communication.B. First British police cell to experiment with color.C. Colors in cells affect criminals psychology.D. Color psychology helps reform criminals.CThe COVID-19 pandemic has changed life as we knew it just a few
27、weeks ago. Millions of people worldwide are now under required or voluntary lockdowns. All public attractions, including museums and aquariums, are closed, and the usually crowded streets of popular tourist destinations are empty. An unexpected silver lining during these challenging times for humans
28、 is that many animals are finally getting a chance to leave their normal habitats and move about freely.The first animals to take advantage of human absence were Annie and Edward, two penguins who live at Chicagos Shedd Aquarium. A video released on March 15,2020, showed the couple eagerly duckwalki
29、ng around, exploring the aquariums various exhibits. The video, which instantly became popular, inspired other institutions to share short videos of their four-legged creatures playing as well. The Cincinnati Zoo in Ohio joined the fun trend on March 16, 2020, with a “Home Safari” live-stream series
30、the first starring its adorable baby panda, Fiona. “Let us help make your childrens hiatus from school fun and educational,” zoo officials announced. “Join us for a Home Safari Online Live each weekday at 3 pm, where we will highlight one of our amazing animals and include an activity you can do fro
31、m home.”Meanwhile, the San Diego Safari Park has kept their webcams(网络摄像头) rolling, allowing fans to enjoy lovable animals without leaving home. Animals in the wild are also lively as humans stay indoors. The absence of cruise ships bringing large numbers of dolphins to a port in Cagliari, while gro
32、ups of wild turkeys are happily walking on the streets of Oakland.Though the animals indeed appear to be having a good time, the heartwarming videos and images shared on social media, are also bringing muchneeded cheer to millions of humans worldwide. Stay strong and healthy! We are all in this toge
33、ther!28. What changes has the COVID-19 pandemic caused to the zoo animals?A. They are now under required or voluntary lockdowns.B. They can enjoy a free life without tourists disturbance.C. They will be faced with unexpected existing challenges.D. They get chance to wander about freely in the wild.2
34、9. What does the underlined word “hiatus in Paragraph 3 mean?A. Courses.B. Sightseeing.C. Interruption. D. Activities.30. Why has the San Diego Safari Park kept its webcams rolling?A. To enable people to admire animals at home.B. To film the animals wandering about in the zoo.C. To compete for more
35、viewers online.D. To record peoples life in the COVID-19 crisis.31. Which of the following is the best title for the text?A. The Pandemic Affects the WorldB. Lovely Animals Bring fun to PeopleC. Stay Strong and Healthy in the PandemicD. Animals Play in the Absence of Humans第二节(共5小题; 每小题2.5分, 满分12.5分
36、)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。At some point in the near future, self-driving cars may become common on the roads. Self-driving cars have already been test-driven, but they are not yet available for the public.Self-driving cars have already been test-driven thousands of miles. 32 Passen
37、gers could do things such as eat or read on the way. Best of all, the self-driving cars that were tested experienced fewer accidents than average human drivers. 33 There are issues that must be solved before self-driving cars can be made available to the public. One problem is that a car cannot pred
38、ict problems far down the road like a driver can. 34 For example, a driver can see that a child is riding her skateboard directly into the road 0.3 km away and start to slow down. The self-driving car can react only once the child is in its immediate path. 35 They may become confused by fog, heavy r
39、ain, or road spray from another vehicles wheels. They dont predict or “feel that the roads have become icy like an experienced driver would. For instance, when a road is icy, a human driver would step on the brakes more gently than when the roads are clean and dry.Another issue is that self-driving
40、cars have maps programmed into their memory, but these maps arent always updated and accurate. 36 Because of this, there is no promise that a self-driving car can get a passenger to his or her destination. Perhaps one day, self-driving cars will be everywhere. However, we are not ready for that just
41、 yet.A. Self-driving cars has disadvantages.B. These cars had only passengers, no drivers.C. The safety problems have almost been addressed.D. New roads are built, and old roads are closed down.E. So why arent self-driving cars common on roads today?F. The self-driving cars can react to things only
42、once they actually occur.G. Self-driving vehicles also have difficulty adjusting to weather conditions.第三部分 英语知识运用 完形填空(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。As is often the case, childhood was the happiest time of our lives. But, that was not 37 for me, at least between the ag
43、es of 10 to 12. I was practically 38 by my parents, who seemed only interested in their never-ending money making. I was 39 , a loner at school too, disliked by my classmates for getting good grades.Longing for 40 , I fell into despair and started thinking about death. While on the school field trip
44、, I lost my footing and slipped into a marsh(沼泽) and got my 41 muddy. As luck would have it, out of nowhere, an angel, in the 42 of a native woman, lent me a helping hand. She 43 me to her small cottage and helped me change my wet trousers. She made me eat from 44 little food she had, and told me fu
45、nny stories, 45 to cheer me up.That lady saved me. She saved my belief in the 46 of people. I came to realize that whatever happens, there are good things in the world, which you can 47 for existence. Another thing I noticed was that the lady, though she lived in 48 surroundings, seemed delighted. I
46、 realized that life is beautiful if we love it. Only those who are 49 their life can really understand what happiness really is.I dropped the idea of ending my 50 .I must thank that kind lady for what I had never experienced till then. 51 someones life with kindness is worth all the treasure in the
47、world.37. A. rational B. acceptable C. true D. abnormal38. A. discriminated B. ignored C. abused D. missed39. A. helpless B. friendless C. invisible D. transparent40. A. freedom B. schooling C. company D. affection41. A. backpack B. coat C. glasses D. trousers42. A. form B. absence C. direction D. f
48、ace43. A. fetched B. followed C. pointed D. took44. A. what B. so C. how D. such45. A. demanding B. offering C. attempting D. pursuing46. A. honesty B. kindness C. ability D. wisdom47. A. rely on B. contribute to C. devote to D. weigh up48. A. luxurious B. unpleasant C. unfamiliar D. natural49. A. s
49、erious about B. proud of C. content with D. accustomed to50. A. trip B. ambition C. exploration D. life51. A. Changing B. Rekindling C. Creating D. Interfering第II卷 （共三部分，满分65分）第一节（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。Do you enjoy food, culture, entertainment, and shopping? You could b
50、e delighted at _52_(visit) Chinatown in Manhattan New York. New Yorks Chinatown is _53_ (convenient) located right next to Little Italy on Manhattan Island, _54_ is one of the largest surviving ethnic Chinese communities outside of Asia. There are a number of _55_(landmark) in Chinatown that tourist
51、s or locals can go to see when weather permits. Chinatown, along with Little Italy in New York, _56_ (list) in a historic district on the National Register of Historical Places in 2010.If you want to try delicious food, Chinatown might be the _57_ (good) place to go. Not only do they serve a special
52、 plate of Garbage Fish, but they also can take out dishes that you have no idea _58_ is in them but pleasing to your taste buds nevertheless.If you enjoy history, you will find that New Yorks Chinatown is rich _59_ history, culture, and civilization. It has fun for all ages. Whether youre in Chinato
53、wn for _60_ (relax) and entertainment, or to stop _61_(grab) a bite to eat, there is always something exciting going on that might grab your attention.第二节 根据句意、首字母或汉语提示写出正确的单词（10分）。62. We are anxiously waiting the o of the negotiations.63. Heavy drinking can cause (永久的) damage to the brain.64. Becau
54、se of the heavy rain, the public meeting has been (宣布) off.65. How was it that she could t such noise?66. Next Tuesday is the (截止日期) for sending in your application.67. The weather being bad, we had to p our trip. 68. As a leader, its wrong to (滥用) the power at any time.69. He came to a p in reading
55、 and then went on reading.70. We should have (预见) this trouble months ago and made provisions for it. 71. Under no c will China be the first one to use nuclear weapons.第四部分 写作（共两节，满分40分)第一节（满分15分)假定你是李华，你在网上看到你所在城市的一个英语培训中心招收暑期助教，请根据以下要点写一封英语申请信。内容包括：1.申请原因；2.自我优势（口语能力，组织能力，沟通能力）；3.希望获准。注意:1.词数为80左右
56、;2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯;3.信的开头和结尾已为你写好， 不计入总词数。参考词汇：助教 teaching assistantDear Sir/Madam,_Yours sincerely,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。An old wooden seat that Susan extremely valued often reminded her of mothers Golden Rule.Back in the 1930s, the country life was really tough. One
57、day after dinner, Susans mother sat on the seat, announcing to the children the Golden Rule: “Treat others the way you want to be treated.” Susan reflected carefully and seriously on what her mother had said. She resolved that she would keep in mind and follow the rule.One Saturday afternoon, she we
58、nt to farmer Jasons inn (小旅馆) to get the pay for her mothers washing for the guests there, which amounted to five dollars. She found Jason in the yard, who, as all the villagers knew, was selfish and mean.His eyes clouded with anger, as he had just finished a quarrel with one of his guests. He held
59、in his hand an open wallet, full of bills. He barely noticed Susan until she made her request for the money. Instead of shouting at her, as usual, for troubling him when he was busy, he handed her a bank note.Feeling relieved for escaping from Jason so easily, Susan hurried out of the inn. When care
60、fully putting the money into her pocket, she discovered that Jason had given her two bills instead of one, and her first reaction was joy at the unexpected prize. She looked around and there was nobody nearby to share her discovery. “It is mine. All mine.” she said to herself. “I will buy mum a new
61、coat with it, and she can give her old one to sister Mary, and then Mary can go to the Sunday school with me next winter. I wonder if I can buy a pair of shoes for brother Tom too.”Just at that moment, she realized that Jason must have given the extra money to her by mistake, and therefore she had n
62、o right to own it. But a voice of temptation (诱惑) whispered, “He gave it, and you can keep it. He will never know, even if it is a mistake. ”As Susan hurried home, this conflict went on in her mind._Susans face became red with embarrassment and annoyance._2020-2021学年高二下学期期中阶段考试英语参考答案听力 1-5 BAABB 6-1
63、0 ACABA 11-15 CBCBB 16-20 CAACB阅读理解 21. DBD 24. BDAC 28. BCAD 32.BEFGD完形填空 37.CBBCD 42. ADACB 47. ABCDA语法填空 52. visiting 53. conveniently 54. which 55. landmarks 56. was listed57. best 58. what 59. in 60. relaxation 61. to grab单词拼写62. outcome 63. permanent64. declared65. tolerate 66. deadline67. pos
64、tpone 68. abuse 69. pause 70. foreseen 71. circumstances第四部分 写作参考范文第一节Im glad to see your advertisement on the Internet. Here Im writing to apply for your teaching assistant during the summer vacation.Aiming to prepare for my future life journey, I want to enhance my ability and gain more experience
65、 via the work. From my perspective, it is my biggest advantage that lies in my fluent spoken English and good communication skills. Whats more, being responsible and warm-hearted, I have good leadership qualities, which contribute to my organizing various activities successfully.I believe that I am
66、equal to the job. Hope my application will meet with your approval.第二节As Susan hurried home, this conflict went on in her mind. When she passed through the gate, her eyes fell upon the wooden seat. Instantly, the words of the Golden Rule rang in her ears. Turning around quickly, she raced along the
67、road breathlessly until she found herself again at farmer Jasons gate. “Why are you back again?” shouted the cold fellow angrily. “Sir, you gave me two bills, instead of one,” she said in a trembling voice. “Two bills? Why didnt you bring it back sooner? You want to keep it yourself?” he blamed.Susa
68、ns face became red with embarrassment and annoyance. Tears rolling down her cheeks, she loudly argued that she returned it almost the moment she discovered the truth. Jason looked at the child, seemingly touched. Putting his hand in his pocket, he drew out a few coins and handed them to her. “No, sir. I thank you,” sobbed Susan, “I do not want to be paid for doing right. I only wish you would not think me dishonest.” After hearing this, Jason said sorry to her, ashamed. Susan returned home with a lightened heart. Never would she forget her mothers Golden rule in her life.
