1、辽宁省大连市普兰店区第三十八中学2020-2021学年高二英语下学期第一次考试试题总分：120分 时间：100分钟 第二部分 阅读理解（共两节，满分50分）第一节 (共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分) 阅读下列列短文，从每题所给的四个选项(A、B、C和D)中,选出最佳选项。并在答题卡上将该选项涂黑AIn most cases, mice definitely dont appeal to people in real life. But when they appear in films, it will be totally different.Stuart Little in S
2、tuart LittleStuart Little is a 1999 live-action science-fiction comedy adventure film, based on a 1945 novel of the same name by E. B. White.Stuart is a mouse but can speak like humans. Despite his little size, the talking white mouse is never afraid to be himself and try big things.Alvin, Simon, an
3、d Theodore in Alvin and the ChipmunksAlvin, Simon, and Theodore are three mice in Alvin and the Chipmunks, a 2007 American live-action musical comedy film. The tree that they live in is cut down and driven to Los Angeles. There, they meet David Seville, a struggling songwriter and composer, who has
4、changed them into a very successful band of singers.Remy in RatatouilleRemy is a highly intelligent and idealistic young rat in the 2007 American computer-animated comedy film Ratatouille. With unusual senses of taste and smell, he dreams of becoming a chef like his idol (偶像), the late Auguste Guste
5、au.He befriends Linguini, the garbage boy, in Suguste Gusteaus restaurant and has helped him become a famous cook. He hides under Linguinis hat and guides his movements by pulling on his hair.Totoro in My Neighbor TotoroIt is hard to relate the character in the Japanese animation film My Neighbour T
6、otoro to any creature close to a mouse. But the image for Totoro was inspired by something similar to a mouse chinchilla. The animation film was written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki in 1988.Totoro becomes a friend to many children as well as adults. It always reminds people of the beautiful natura
7、l landscape of the countryside.21.Which film is adapted from a novel with the same title?A.Stuart Little.B.Alvin and the Chipmunks.C.Ratatouille.D.My Neighbour Totoro.22.Who is mentioned in Ratatouille?A.Theodore.B.David Seville.C.Hayao Miyazaki.D.Auguste Gusteau.23.What can we know about Totoro?A.I
8、t is very ambitious.B.It can sing very well.C.It is not a mouse actually.D.It is a wonderful cook.BAs the birthplace of kites in the world, Weifang , Shandong province of China , produces beautiful , vivid , colorful and high-quality kites. Now, more than 70% of kites in the world are exported from
9、Weifang. If you want to see various shapes and sizes of kites covering the sky, you cannot miss the Weifang Kite Festival held on the third Saturday of every April.But this year, tens of thousands of Chinese participants gathered in Weifang , from Sept 26 to 29 for the 37th International Kite Festiv
10、al. Held since 1984,the International Kite Festival is an annual event to “exhibit the excellence of the kite lovers to the public,” according to the festivals website.During the festival, kite lovers can enjoy stunt(特技表演) kite flying, also known as aerial ballet. Controlled by either a single perso
11、n or a group, the kites form different shapes in the air. People always devote a lot of time and wisdom to making their own kites. From animals that crawl(爬行) on the ground or swim in the water to legends like Monkey King, everything can fly in the sky at the festival. One of this years highlights w
12、as the giant kites decorated with images of medical staff and the Long March 5 rocket, which reflect the hot topics this year.Flying a kite is like flying your dream. All the cultural symbols from ancient and modem times can be found in the sky of Weifang,” noted Medium. After more than three decade
13、s of development, the festival has become a place to appreciate kites. But most importantly, it serves as a unique cultural event to promote international exchange.24.What does the text mainly talk about?A.A kite festival. B.A kite birthplace.C.The future of kites.D.Kite performances.25.For what pur
14、pose is the kite festival held every year?A.To enjoy animals flying in the air.B.To show kite-lovers brilliance.C.To perform specialized kite flying.D.To enhance Weifangs global impact.26.What can be known from Paragraph 3?A.It takes a lot of trouble to make a kite.B.Stunt kite flying is the only hi
15、ghlight.C.Imagination can be shown in the kite.D.Decorations matter least in the show.27.What is the most important role the festival plays?A.It helps organize an international event.B.It offers tips on how to appreciate kites.C.It helps make the place known worldwide.D.It enhances international cul
16、tural exchange.CI work at a grocery store in Montreals Plateau neighbourhood, which gets a lot of regulars. On March 12, the Quebec government announced to close all public places to stop the spread of the pandemic(流行病)of coronavirus.The next day the store was the busiest Ive ever seen.The six cash
17、registers had to be kept open from 10 a.m. until close. It was nuts. I didnt have time to eat lunch, and whenever one of us on cash had to use the bathroom, wed have to bring in a coworker of the floor to cover for us.Since then, the atmosphere in the store has been different. Customers are mostly c
18、onsiderate, but whenever someone coughs or sneezes, everyone turns around to make sure that person sneezed into their elbow. Ive even seen customers come in wearing some strange get-ups. One guy even came in with a plastic Walmart bag wrapped around his entire head, with a slit cut out for his eyes.
19、A lot of my coworkers have left to avoid a public-facing job during the pandemic.grocery store workers across Canada are putting their health at risk every time they come in to work, but a lot of us are still making close to minimum wage. I realize that I feel more exhausted than normal even though
20、Im working the same hours.There still have been some moments of kindness in the midst of the chaos.Ive overheard people talking on the phone who sounded as though they were organizing grocery deliveries for those stuck at home. And this past weekend a very nice lady thanked us for continuing to work
21、. I know everyone is worried, but its useless having the same scary conversations day after day. Instead tell us a funny anecdote, or about something nice. Well appreciate the distraction, and youll make our day just a bit brighter.28.What does the author intend to show by It was nuts. in Paragraph
22、2?A.The goods were in short supply.B.The store was having a big sale.C.The cashiers complained about their work.D.The locals rushed to do shopping like crazy.29.What does Paragraph 3 convey about customers?A.They prefer to shop here in costume.B.They are panicky about the disease.C.They are more fri
23、endly to each other.D.They all protect themselves properly.30.Which of the following best describes the author?A.Aggressive.B.Considerate.C.Optimistic.D.Conservative.31.What is the author s main purpose in writing the article?A.To present the kind moments in a time of chaos.B.To describe what its li
24、ke working in the pandemic.C.To explain why it is hard to work at the grocery store.D.To provide advice on how to protect oneself in the pandemic.DA new device works like a solar panel, except that it doesnt harvest energy from the sun. It absorbs energy from the cold night sky.A prototype (原型) of t
25、he device produced enough electricity at night to power a small light bulb. A bigger version might one day light rooms or charge phones. It also could power electronics in remote or low-resource areas that lack electricity.The device makes use of the temperature difference between Earth and outer sp
26、ace. It then uses that difference to create electricity. As long as one side of it is cooler than the other, the generator can produce electricity. The cooler side faces the sky and is attached to an aluminum plate. That plate is sealed beneath a transparent cover and surrounded with insulation (隔热材
27、料) to keep out heat. The bottom of the generator is attached to an exposed aluminum plate. That plate is warmed by the local air. At night, the top plate can get a couple of degrees Celsius cooler than the bottom of the generator.Researchers tested a 20-centimeter prototype one clear December night
28、in Stanford, California. The generator produced up to about 25 milliwatts of power per square meter of device. That was enough power to light a small light-emitting diode, or LED bulb. Further improvements might increase its production to at least 500 milliatts per square meter. To do that, the syst
29、em might need more insulation around the cool top plate.The device also could help power remote weather stations or other environmental devices, says Aaswath Raman. He is a materials scientist who worked on the device at the University of California, Los Angeles. This may be useful in polar regions
30、that dont see sunlight for months at a time, Raman says. “If you have some low-power load and you need to power it through three months of darkness, this might be a way.”32.What can we know about the new device?A.It gains energy from the sun.B.Its been widely used in life.C.It is cooler than a solar
31、 panel.D.Itll be popular in special areas.33.What does the author mainly talk about in Paragraph 3?A.Application fields of the device.B.The developing process of the device.C.The working principle of the device.D.Significant effects of the device.34.How can the device produce more electricity?A.By p
32、utting more insulation around the top plate.B.By using it in extremely cold and clear nights.C.By attaching the bottom plate to a warm plate.D.By covering the top plate with a transparent lid.35.What could be a suitable title for the text?A.A Device Using the Cold Night Sky to Produce ElectricityB.A
33、 Device Bringing New Hope for Those in the Cold NightC.The Difference Between a Solar Panel and a New DeviceD.The Temperature Difference Between Earth and Outer Space第二节 （共5小题，每小题2.5分，满分12.5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。Recycling refers to the process of collecting used materials which
34、are usually considered as waste and reprocessing them. Some of the most common items that are recycled are plastic, glass, paper, batteries, etc. Recycling is good for us, for manufacturers (制造商) and for our environment._36_ Here are some good reasons why everyone should recycle.One of the biggest r
35、easons is that recycling reduces the pressure on our environment. By using waste products in a meaningful way, we can slowly decrease the size of our landfills. As the population grows, it will become difficult for the landfills to hold so much trash. When this happens, our cities will face pollutio
36、n, poisoning and many health problems.37_We know that recycling involves the processing and usage of core elements of old products for the production of new products.38_ For example, once an old newspaper is recycled, we do not need to use the resource of another tree to produce new paper products.
37、This way, proper recycling can help us preserve our natural resources.39_ Reusing old things costs less than buying new ones. In most states in America, its actually more costly to get rid of waste than to recycle. Some recycling companies buy wastes from neighborhoods for their recycling activities
38、. This brings you extra money.Everyone can make a difference. If you think that it makes no difference whether you recycle or not, think again! More than half of the waste that each of us creates each year can be recycled, but a lot of it ends up being buried.40_ After all, many hands make light wor
39、k.A. Recycling is good for your wallet.B. This helps in saving our natural resources.C. It stops humans from damaging the environment.D. Recycling helps to get rid of old things and waste.E. However, not everyone knows how important it is to recycle.F. When each of us takes action, it all adds up an
40、d makes a real difference.G. Recycling helps to keep the pollution under control and decrease it little by little.第二部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）Last night my husband and I were walking in a nearby parking lot, when we saw a man bent over on the ground, crushing (碾碎) something with a ro
41、ck. He was so 41 on his task that he didnt look up at anyone passing by. We kept noticing him and 42 what he could be doing. 43 we decided to go up and ask him. He was crushing pieces of leftover bread that he had 44 to prepare food for the birds that come there early morning. The large pieces of br
42、ead would be45for the birds to eat, so he crushed them into powder. Every 46 , after coming home from his job, he goes around the villa(乡间别墅) collecting leftover bread. He then eats a quick meal and comes here, and spends the next 1-2 hours 47 crushing each piece and makes a neat pile for the birds.
43、 He has been doing this for the last 3-4 years. What 48 us more was that he was 49 that we were even taking an interest in this, since for him it wasnt a big 50 .When we asked him what encouraged him to do this act of 51 , he said, “Its just something 52 I do, so that the leftover bread doesnt go in
44、to the rubbish and the birds get food.” We 53 his story with the hope that it would 54 us to be aware of leftovers too and that it might 55 someone to start something similar in their own area.41.A.dependentB.hardC.influentialD.focused42.A.discoveredB.learntC.wonderedD.realized43.A.FinallyB.Suddenly
45、C.ImmediatelyD.Instead44.A.boughtB.savedC.collectedD.made45.A.necessaryB.difficultC.welcomeD.possible46.A.morningB.noonC.afternoonD.night47.A.carefullyB.strictlyC.nervouslyD.proudly48.A.pleasedB.satisfiedC.puzzledD.moved49.A.disappointedB.sorryC.surprisedD.afraid50.A.dealB.presentC.dreamD.decision51
46、.A.braveryB.honestyC.suggestionD.service52.A.profitableB.greatC.smallD.boring53.A.sharedB.createdC.believedD.heard54.A.inviteB.remindC.warnD.require55.A.forceB.persuadeC.inspireD.train第二节（共10个小题，每小题1.5分，共15分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式。As the new academic year begins, freshmen are entering college
47、 campuses across the country, many of them accompanied by parents. Xidian University in Xian city has introduced a policy that has caught everyones attention.It will give away “Freshman Independence Award”to those56_ come to college alone, not accompanied by parents. Awardees will receive a certific
48、ate, a specially 57_ (design) T-shirt, and a photograph of them entering the campus.Thats a very 58_ (create) idea and will encourage the young to be bold enough to travel hundreds or thousands of kilometers on their own59_ (reach) their new colleges. After all, being independent is60_ essential par
49、t of growing up.Most college freshmen are just 18 and have had little chance of travelling in the past years, as they 61_ (occupy) with their high school work. Going to college could be their first chance to be on their own. The policy might 62_ (actual) encourage them to be independent.However, tha
50、t does not mean those coming accompanied by parents should be laughed63_. Many families look forward to the moment when 64_ (they) children will go to college and would like to capture the moment. Many families thus travel from one city to another with their college-going members in 65_ (celebrate).
51、I读后续写（满分25分）第三部分 书面表达（共两节，满分40分）第一节 应用文写作（满分15分）假如你是李华,“世界海洋日”即将来临。请代表校学生会用英语写一封倡议书,呼吁大家保护海洋动物。内容包括:1. 发出倡议的缘由;2. 如何保护海洋动物;3. 号召大家一起行动。注意:1. 词数80左右;2. 可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯;3. 参考词汇:世界海洋日: World Oceans Day 海洋动物 marine animalsDear schoolmates,_ The Students Union9.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。续写的词数应为
52、150左右。 Jenny was the only child in her home. She had a quarrel with her mother that afternoon and she ran out of the house angrily. She couldnt help weeping sorrowfully when she thought of the scolding from her mother. Having wandered aimlessly in the street for hours, she felt a little hungry and w
53、ished for something to eat, but it was not possible for her, since she had nothing with her. She stood beside a stand for a while, watching the middle-aged seller busy doing his business. However, with no money in hand, she sighed and had to leave. The seller behind the stand noticed the young girl
54、and asked, Hey, girl, do you want to have the noodles? Oh, yesbut I dont have money on me. she replied. Thats nothing. Ill treat you today, said the man. Come in. The seller brought her a bowl of noodles, whose smell was so attractive. As she was eating, Jenny cried silently. What is it? asked the m
55、an kindly. Nothing, actually I was just touched by your kindness! said Jenny as she wiped her tears. Even a stranger on the street will give me a bowl of noodles, while my mother drove me out of the house. She showed no care for me. She is so merciless compared to a stranger! Hearing the words, the
56、seller smiled, Girl, do you really think so? I only gave you a bowl of noodles and you thanked me a lot. But it is your mother who has raised you since you were a baby. Can you number the times she cooked for you? Have you expressed your gratitude to her? Jenny sat there, speechless and numb with sh
57、ock; she remembered mothers familiar face and weathered hands. Why didnt I think of that? A bowl of noodles from a stranger made me feel indebted, but I have never thanked my mum for what she has done for me. On the way home, Jenny made up her mind to make an apology to her mother for her rudeness a
58、s soon as she arrived home.Paragraph 1: Approaching the doorway, Jenny took a deep breath._Paragraph 2:A gentle touch on her hair called her mind back._高二英语参考答案阅读答案：21.A;22.D;23.C 24A; 25.B; 26.C; 27D 28.D; 29.B; 30.C; 31.B32.D; 33.C; 34.A; 35.A EGBAF完型41.D; 42.C; 43.A; 44.C; 45.B; 46.D; 47.A; 48.D;
59、 49.C; 50.A; 51.D; 52.C; 53.A; 54.B; 55.C语法：1. who 2. designed 3. creative 4. to reach 5. an 6. were occupied 7. actually 8. at 9. their 10. celebrationDear fellows, With the approaching of World Ocean Day, we would like to call on everyone to protect marine animals. Each year, millions of marine an
60、imals die from hunting and environmental pollution. Therefore, effective measures should be adopted before things get worse. Firstly, it is necessary to avoid purchasing products made from any endangered marine animals. Besides, please dont throw rubbish into the ocean which will pollute marine anim
61、als living conditions. It is time that we joined our hands to preserve marine animals and create a harmonious home for them.Students Union January 12th Paragraph 1: Approaching the doorway, Jenny took a deep breath. When she knocked at the door, she found the door was locked and her mother was not i
62、n. Tired and sad, she sat down in front of the house. Where could my mother be? she wondered, Was she still angry with me? Again, the scene of the quarrel appeared in her mind. She remembered her rudeness to her mother. Realizing that all the scolding from her mother was due to the fact that her mot
63、her really cared a lot about her, she felt rather ashamed, and tears began to roll down her cheeks. Paragraph 2: A gentle touch on her hair called her mind back. She raised her head and saw the familiar face of her mother. Here you come! Ive been looking for you, she said, tired and relieved. Jenny couldnt help throwing herself into her mothers arms. Mum, Im so sorry and thank you for all you have done for me. She expressed her sincere apology and great gratitude. Hearing this, her mother smiled patting her back gently.