1、鸡泽一中高二第一学期9月份月考（英语）说明：1.考试时间120分钟，满分150分。2.将卷答案用2B铅笔涂在答题卡上,将卷答案答在答题纸上。卷 (选择题 满分100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A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。1. What can we learn from the conversation?A. John is going to give a speech.B. John wont come to the meeting.C. The woma
2、n doubts whether John will come.2. What are the speakers discussing?A. A book by a new author. B. A book they have both read.【全,品中&C. A book by an author they both know.3. Which is the woman going to choose next year?A. Extra sport. B. Cooking. C. Art.4. How is the woman getting along with her piano
3、 lessons?【全,品A. She is tired of them. B. She is making progress. C. She wants to give them up.5. Why did Mr. Green knock the girl down?A. He was driving fast. B. He didnt see the girl. C. He was drunk. 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。每段对话后有几个小题，从题中所给出的A、B、C三个选项中选出最佳选项，并标在试卷的相应位置。听第6段材料，回答第6至7题。6.
4、When does the train arrive in Newcastle?A. 13:30, Tuesday. B. 13:30, Monday. C. 11:30, Tuesday.7. How much does the man have to pay for the ticket?A.40. B.25. C.15.听第7段材料，回答第8至9题。8. What kind of animal has been most commonly drawn in the cave?A. The horse. B. The bull. C. The fish.9. Why was the cav
5、e closed in 1963?A. The tourists had drawn pictures on the walls.B. Some pictures had been destroyed.C. Few people had visited the cave.听第8段材料，回答第10至12题。10. Which sport does the woman choose to do?A. Tennis. B. Basketball. C. Volleyball.11. On what day will the woman come for the course?A. Monday. B
6、. Friday. C. Saturday.12. What is the price for one lesson?A. 5. B. 3.75. C. 8.75.听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。13. How long has the man worked at the hospital?A. For three years. B. For two years. C. For five years.14. What will the mans office pay during the course?A. His course fees. B. His living costs. C. H
7、is salary.15. How long does the part-time course last?A. For a whole year. B. For 18 months. C. For two years.16. Which course does the man choose?A. The full-time course. B. The part-time course. C. The modular course.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17. What do we know about Camp Alison?【全,品中&A. It is the oldest
8、 day camp in the UK.B. It has been operating for 20 years.C. It is operated by a company based in Australia.18. How long did it take Camp Alison to acquire ten sites in London?A. About 5 years. B. About 6 years. C. About 16 years.19. Why is it easy for Camp Alison to find sites?A. There are many sch
9、ools in the London area.B. Schools arent usually open in the summer.C. It has excellent sports equipment.20. What sometimes changes a day camp programme?A. A camp inspection. B. The weather. C. The directors plans.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、D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该
10、项涂黑。 AEvery day my husband parked his car in the same open-air car park in Zimbabwe. On this particular day, he had been running to his car with a pile of office papers under his arm. As he opened the car door, he suddenly lost control of his body. He felt a stabbing pain in his arm, and became tota
11、lly breathless and lost consciousness. As he fell down, half in, half out of the car, his last thought was “what a way to die”.A young woman getting into her own car in the deserted car park noticed what was going on and at once ran to my husbands aid, trying to bring his life back. Realizing time w
12、as important, she tried to move my husband to her car, calling the guard at the gate.Fearing an ambulance would take too long to arrive, she felt it better to get to the hospital as quickly as she could. She raced through traffic lights sounding her cars horn and rushed into the hospital, calling ou
13、t, “I have an unknown man here who I think is having a heart attack.”Having realized he was in capable hands, the woman returned to the car park, found his keys on the ground, collected his papers and piled them in the car. Having seen my husband come out of a certain building each day, the security
14、 guard thought he knew where he worked. The young woman managed to locate his colleagues and they in turn contacted my niece, who waited for me to return home so she could break the news to me.After careful tests it turned out that my husbands disease had nothing to do with heart. We were naturally
15、eager to find the kind stranger who had come to his aid. After some weeks we discovered where the young woman worked. She was overjoyed when my husband walked into her office with a huge bouquet (束) of flowers. She said she required no thanks, and preferred to remain anonymous (匿名的).We now live in a
16、 different country, but each Christmas my husband remembers her act of kindness and sends a gift. We regard every day of his life as a bonus, all thanks to this kind stranger.21. From the passage, we can infer that _.A. a heart attack hit the writers husband suddenlyB. there were few people in the p
17、ark that dayC. the young woman was at a loss at firstD. the woman was fined for breaking the traffic lights【全,品中22. Who told the writer the news of her husbands illness?A. The young woman.B. The security guard.C. The colleague of her husband.D. The writers niece.23. What might be the most suitable t
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25、 with all colored people.27. How much should you pay for Sun Veil Sunscreen in all, four bottles of it at first and one more bottle a week later? A. $51.00 B. $100.00 C. $69.00 D. $88.00CWhen you first arrive in Oxford, it may take a little while for you to find your way around. Some of the first th
26、ings our students do when they arrive include finding a bike (most students in Oxford find cycling is the best way to go around), setting up a bank account, getting their computer and mobile phone working, finding their department, getting to know their college and working out the best places to soc
27、ialize.One of the major events you will experience shortly after “coming up” to Oxford is matriculation. Matriculation is held at the Universitys Sheldonian Theatre and is the ceremony at which you are formally admitted to the university.International students are invited to an orientation day at th
28、e start of the academic year. Sessions run throughout the day that will give you practical information about living and studying in the UK and introduce you to other graduate students from all over the world who are starting their studies at Oxford at the same time as you, as well as to current Oxfo
29、rd graduate students and staff who will be able to help and advise you. The day covers topics such as studying and learning in the Oxford system, University services, information on living in Britain and cultural differences, as well as addressing practical issues such as employment, immigration and
30、 visas, health and safety. You can choose which talks to attend and at the end of the day there is a social hour so you can meet fellow students.Another good thing to experience early is college dining. Most colleges have a tradition of regular formal hall dinners, which consist of three or four cou
31、rses, and the atmosphere of an evening out in a nice restaurant. On some of these occasions you can invite people around to your college for dinner and then they may return the favor. In this way, you can get to know people studying your own and other subjects at the same time as visiting many of th
32、e historical college grounds and dining halls.28. For a newcomer to Oxford, what does he have to do first?A. To work out what to major in.B. To open a qq account.C. To get a bike to go around.D. To buy a new mobile phone.29. What is matriculation?A. A special day for International students to start
33、academic year. B. A ceremony when students are formally admitted to Oxford. C. Performances held at the Sheldonian Theatre.D. The best places to socialize.30. Which talk can students attend on the orientation day?A. Studying in the Cambridge system.B. Talks on how to meet fellow students.C. Practica
34、l issues like employment, immigration, and health. D. University services about the life in Britain and cultural similarities.31. What does the underlined part in paragraph 4 probably mean?A. Treating you to dinner.B. Visiting historic college in return.C. Studying the subjects with your friend.D. S
35、howing you around the college.DNew research has shown that you might not just be feeling blue; you may also be seeing it differently. Your mood may affect how you see the world around you, according to a new study. A team of researchers has proved that sadness could have an effect on the way we see
36、colors.The team, led by psychology researcher Christopher Thorstenson of the University of Rochester, found that people who had a sad mood were less accurate in identifying colors on the blue-yellow axis (轴), compared to people who werent feeling sad.“We were already deeply familiar with how often p
37、eople use color terms to describe common phenomena, like mood, even when these concepts seem unrelated,” Thorstenson said in a statement. “We thought maybe a reason why these metaphors (比喻) appear was that there really was a connection between mood and identifying colors in a different way.”Thorsten
38、son and his team are not the first to identify a link between a depressed mood and a difference in recognition. In 2010, Emanuel Bubl and his team at Albert Ludwigs University Freiburg in Germany first proved a link between mood and identifying colors. This was supported by a 2013 paper by Johnson F
39、am of the University of Singapore.The team conducted two studies. In the first, 127 participants were chosen randomly to watch one of two video clips, which had been proved in previous studies to feel either sadness or amusement. They didnt do that in a specific order. The entire group was then task
40、ed with identifying the colors in 48 continued color changes. The group that had been shown the sad clip was measurably worse at identifying colors along the blue-yellow axis.For the second study, 130 participants were randomly assigned to watch either a sad clip or a neutral (中性的) one. The sadness
41、group showed reduced ability to identify colors along the blue-yellow axis than the neutral group. 32. If one _, the colors he sees might be different from those in others eyes.A. is in a good mood B. has an eye illnessC. attends a speech D. doesnt feel happy33. Who were the first to find out the li
42、nk between mood and identifying colours?A. Thorstenson and Johnson.B. Thorstenson and his team.C. Johnson and his team.D. Emaneuel and his team.34. The sadness group in the second study _.A. felt happy when watching the videoB. performed better than the otherC. were less able to identify some colour
43、sD. could only identify blue and yellow35. What does the underlined word in the fifth paragraph most probably mean?A. In no specific place.B. With no specific rule.C. With no specific confidence.D. At no specific time.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。Every culture has it
44、s own unwritten list of behavior that is acceptable. Every society also has its taboos, or types of behavior that are considered a violation (违反) of good manners. The word “taboo” comes from the Tongan language and is used in modern English to describe verbal and nonverbal behavior that is forbidden
45、 or to be avoided. 36 They tend to be specific to a culture or country, and usually form around a groups values and beliefs. What is considered acceptable behavior in one country may be a serious taboo in another. Verbal taboos usually involve topics that people believe are too private to talk about
46、 publicly, or relate to ones manner of speaking. In many cultures, for example, it is considered bad manners to discuss subjects such as sex or religion in public. In some countries, the volume (音量) of ones voice may annoy people. 37 38 For example, one of the biggest differences among many Western,
47、 Asian, and African cultures is the use of eye contact. In the US, people make eye contact when they talk to others. 39 In many Asian and African cultures, however, children are taught to lower their eyes when talking to their elders, or those of higher rank, as a way to show respect.Certain gesture
48、s made with the hands can have very different meanings depending on the country you are in. Crossing your middle finger over your forefinger is the sign for good luck in many western countries. 40 Also, in some Asian countries, moving your hands a lot while talking, or talking with your hands, is co
49、nsidered unsuitable.Behavior that is acceptable and non-offensive in one culture can be highly offensive in another. When visiting a foreign country, be aware of some of the basic differences, as this will help to ensure a more enjoyable trip.A. Nonverbal taboos usually relate to body language.B. In
50、 Vietnam and Argentina, however, it is a rude gesture.C. In spite of what some people may think, taboos are not universal.D. Cancer is a taboo subject and people are frightened to talk openly about it.E. Learn a countrys customs so that you dont hurt the local people unconsciously.F. They might thin
51、k that someone who is speaking or laughing loudly is rude or aggressive.G. If a person avoids eye contact, others might think he is being dishonest or unconfident.第三部分 完形填空（共20小题; 每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下面短文，掌握其大意，然后从各小题所给的四个选项 (A、B、C、D) 中，选出最佳选项, 并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。A group of graduates got together to visit thei
52、r old university professor.The conversation soon turned into complaints about 41 in work and life. To offer his 42 coffee, the professor went to the kitchen and 43 with a large pot of coffee and a 44 of cupsporcelain, plastic, glass, crystal, some plain-looking, some expensive, some beautifultelling
53、 them to 45 themselves to the coffee.When all the students had a cup of coffee in hand, the professor said, “if you have 46 , all the nice-looking expensive cups have been taken up, 47 the plain and cheap ones. While it is 48 for you to want only the best for yourselves, that is the 49 of your probl
54、ems and stress.” “Be assured that the cup itself 50 no quality to the coffee. 51 it is just more expensive and in some cases 52 hides what we drink.”“ 53 all of you really want is the coffee, not the cup, 54 you consciously went for the best cups And then you began 55 each others cups.”Now consider
55、this: 56 is the coffee; the jobs, money and position in society are the cups. They are just tools to hold and 57 life, and the type of cup we have does not define, nor change the 58 of life we live. Sometimes, by concentrating only on the cup, we 59 to enjoy the coffee. Value the coffee, not the cup
56、s! Dont let the cups 60 you enjoy the coffee instead.41. A. stress B. dreamC. sorrow D. truth42. A. friends B. customersC. fellows D. guests43. A. carriedB. returnedC. arrived D. reached44. A. kindB. varietyC. sort D. number45. A. devote B. expose C. help D. absorb46. A. searched B. witnessedC. noti
57、ced D. discovered47. A. leaving behindB. leaving overC. falling about D. falling behind48. A. strange B. normalC. wonderful D. important49. A. purpose B. answerC. source D. result50. A. takes B. linksC. passes D. adds51. A. At no time B. At all timesC. In no case D. In most cases52. A. everB. evenC.
58、 never D. hardly53. A. WhatB. ThatC. Which D. Whether54. A. butB. soC. and D. for55. A. suspectingB. likingC. praising D. eyeing56. A. LoveB. LifeC. Future D. Failure57. A. contain B. createC. support D. own58. A. quantityB. styleC. quality D. standard59. A. have B. manageC. plan D. fail60. A. envy
59、B. driveC. force D. assess第卷第三部分 英语知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第二节 （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（不多于3个单词）或括号内单词的正确形式。Why is pink or purple a color for girls and blue or brown for boys?The answer depends largely 61 cultural values as well as personal experiences. To the Egyptians, green was a color 62 r
60、epresented the hope and joy of spring, while for Muslims, it means heaven. Red is a symbol of good luck in many cultures. During the Spring Festival in China, children 63 (give) money in a red envelope to bring good fortune in the New Year. For many nations, blue is a symbol of protection and religi
61、ous beliefs. Greek people often wear a blue necklace hoping to protect 64 against evils（灾祸）.Peoples 65 (choose) of colors is also influenced by their bodies reactions toward them. Green is said to be 66 most restful color. It has the ability to reduce pain and relax people both mentally 67 physicall
62、y. People 68 (work) in green environment have been found to have fewer stomach aches.Red can cause a persons blood pressure to rise and increase peoples appetites（食欲）. Many decorators will include different shades of red in the restaurant. And many commercial websites will have a red “Buy Now” butto
63、n because red is a color that 69 (easy) catches a persons eye.Blue is another calming color. Unlike red, blue is believed to cause people to lose appetite. So 70 you want to eat less, some suggest that eating from blue plates can help.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
64、，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处错误，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（），并在此符号下面写出该加的词。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。My dream school starts at 8:30 a.m and ends at 3:30 p.m. They are three lessons in the morning and two in the afternoon. We didnt nee
65、d to do so many homework. Therefore , we have more time with after-school activities. For example, we can do reading for one and a half hour and play sport for one hour every day.My dream school look like a big garden. There are all kinds of the flowers and trees around the classroom buildings. We c
66、an lie on the grass for a rest, or sat by the lake listening music. The teachers here are kind and helpfully. They are not only our teachers but also our friends.第二节 书面表达（满分25分）假如你是校报负责人，急需在学校内聘一位同学任英文版的编辑，请你用英文以“An English Editor Wanted”为题目写一则招聘启事。内容要如下：该工作主要包括两部分：一是从英文报刊杂志及互联网上选择适合学生的文章；二是选择与编辑同学们
67、的来稿。 希望该同学满足下列要求： 乐意奉献出一些业余时间为同学们服务； 英文与美术皆好；能熟练使用电脑。 感兴趣的同学请在本周内与学生会（Students Union）联系。注意：（1）词数100左右；（2）不要逐字翻译，要组成一篇通顺连贯的短文。 英语答案卷第一部分：听力1-5 ACBBC 6-10 AAABA 11-15 ABAAC 16-20 CBABB第二部分：阅读21-23 BDA 24-27 DBAD 28-31 CBCA 32-35 DDCB 36-40CFAGB第三部分: 完形填空41-45 ADBBC 46-50 CABCD 51-55 DBAAD 56-60 BACDBI
68、I卷 第四部分、语法填空61.on 62.which/that 63.are given 64.themselves 65.choice 66.a 67.and 68.working 69.easily 70.if/when 短文改错They There didnt dont many much with for hour hours look looks the flowers flowers sat sit listening后面加to helpfully helpful 书面表达 An English Editor WantedOur school newspaper is lookin
69、g for an editor for its English editionThe job mainly includes two parts: One is to choose proper English articles from other newspapers, magazines or Internet for us students. The other is to pick out articles from those written by students in our school and edit them for useWe hope that he/she cou
70、ld meet the following requirements: First, he/she is willing to devote some of his/her spare time to serving the othersSecond, its necessary for him/her to be good at both English and fine arts. Besides, the ability to use the computer is importantThose who are interested in the job, please get in touch with the Students Union this week. Students Union
