1、辽宁省抚顺县高级中学2011-2012学年高二下学期期中考试英语试题 时间 ：100分钟 满分：120分 第卷 选择题（满分85分）第一部分 听力测试（共两节，满分20分）（略）第二部分 词汇知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节 单项填空 （共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）从、B、C、D 四个选项中，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。21. My mother asked me to repeat _ phone number _ second time so that she could write it down.A. the; aB. a; aC. a; theD
2、. the; the22. I ll help you prepare for the party on Wednesday. Please dont _. My sisters have promised to help me.A. promise B. annoy C. bother D. disturb23. _ him off tomorrow, or you will regret it. I will. A. To see B. Seeing C. If you dont see D. See 24. When can I come for the computer? I need
3、 it next Tuesday. It _ be repaired by next Monday afternoon.A. can B. should C. might D. need25. Hi, Michelle, I cant find my e-dictionary. Sorry, I it. I guess I put it on the top shelf with my things.A. had used B. used C. was using D. am using26. _ with any common sense can tell the difference be
4、tween the twoAWho BWhoever C. Anyone D. That27. Why didnt you stop her going swimming alone? She had left the room _ I had time to do itAafter Bbefore Ctill Das 28. _ his arrival at the village of the crows, he found his father-in law at the point of death. A. On B. Above C. Beyond D. Within 29. Wha
5、t do you usually do in the afternoon, Mrs. Smith? My afternoon _ includes doing some shopping and walking my dogs. A. appointment B. action C. routine D. reservation30. Most Palestinians are _a path of peace, which means they reject a path of violence. (原创)A. at the mercy of B. in favor of C. in ter
6、ms of D. owing to 31. The World Expo Shanghai 2010 is more like a platform for cultural exchange, _ people into closer contact with the rest of the world.A. to bring B. bringing C. brought D. having brought32. Car 18 won the race. Yes, but its driver came close to_.A. having been killed B. be killed
7、 C. being killed D. have been killed33.This problem is said _ three times. A. having discussed B. to have discussed C. having been discussed D. to have been discussed34. He was educated at the local high school, _ he went on to Beijing University.A. after which B. after that C. in which D. in that35
8、. If a shop has chairs _ women can park their men, women will spend more time in the shop.A. that B. which C. when D. where第二节 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的最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。I have always believed the saying , “Any man can be a father, but it 36 someone special to b
9、e a dad.” This is true. Since the 37 of my son, Joshua, things have changed a lot in my life, but the 38 have been good! My wife and I have been through many 39 moments which have made both of us stronger.My son was born with a serious breathing problem and he couldnt keep his 40 down. He was put on
10、 several different medications, 41 he did not get any better. My wife and I were both told many times by people that Joshua 42 he was born early; he had not 43 much weight since he was born.As time progressed his regular doctor 44 my wife and me to visit Dr. Eid, a specialist in Louisville. He was 4
11、5 by my sons condition and so we were sent to Louisvilles Childrens Hospital . Joshua 46 many different checkups. The 47 spent there was very demanding for my wife and me. But we did make it 48 . Our son Joshua was diagnosed (诊断) with asthma (哮喘) , and with acid reflux syndrome (酸回流综合症). After the t
12、reatment, his 49 began to improve slowly.Joshua is 1 year and 1 month old now and his progress has been 50 - he is up to 27 pounds now. I keep telling my wife that if he keeps 51 like this he might become a football _52 someday. There is a saying that has 53 me get through these troublesome times, “
13、Problems will either 54 you or break you.” When you think the 55 hours are upon you, remember the dawn is just in sight.36. A. takes B. asks C. tells D. brings37. A. return B. illness C. birth D. death38. A. doctors B. friends C. causes D. changes39. A. boring B. challenging C. exciting D. puzzling4
14、0. A. food B. water C. weight D. medicine 41. A. so B. but C. since D. until42. A. looked about B. looked for C. looked like D. looked at43. A. gained B. lost C. kept D. raised44. A. followed B. ordered C. invited D. advised45. A. angered B. shocked C. disappointed D. scared46. A. went into B. put i
15、nto C. went through D. broke through来源: 47. A. time B. money C. hour D. holiday48. A. out B. down C. off D. through49. A. diet B. study C. health D. weight50. A. great B. slow C. little D. enough 51. A. walking B. running C. training D. growing52. A. supporter B. player C. coach D. fan53. A. left B.
16、 moved C. helped D. watched54. A. cheat B. make C. beat D. find55. A. easiest B. latest C. brightest D. darkest第三部分 阅读理解（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）第一节 阅读下列短文，从所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项。AI am a person who does not like to waitI don t like lines, being put on hold when making a phone call, arriving at an appoi
17、ntment to find that my companion will be delayed and of course, I don * t like waiting roomsHowever, I realize that my agony(痛苦） will not be good for me, as an increasingly, crowded world can only mean one thingmore waitingOwing to this, I have taken a measure and decided to turn my disappointment t
18、o productive endsIn short, I am looking for what I call waiting in line booksThese are books that contain material designed for being read in shortened words, so there is no extended story line to lose track ofAnother requirement is that they be small enough to slip neatly into my back pocketThe oth
19、er day I went to the supermarketConvinced that the rain would keep most people away, I was surprised to see that the place was crowded with shoppersEvery checkout was openand jammed! But I could take out my pocket book and go to workThe more the world demands that I wait, the more I learn from my wa
20、iting libraryLook at these titles: One Hundred Things Every American Should Know; The Poetry of Robert Frost; Living Thoughts of Leading Thinkers; Still More ToastsI have learned interesting and enriching things and much knowledge from these booksOn a recent visit to the general store, I placed my o
21、rder at the counter along with six or seven other peopleThe one female employee seemed to have her hands full as she rushed aboutJust be patient, she said to meNo problemI quietly opened my dictionary of prose （散文） and poetical quotations Perhaps the other customers regarded me as a bookish, lonely
22、soulBut little did they realize that I was enjoying the company of Shakespeare, Thoreau, Homer and Ben Johnson56According to the passage, the world _Aneeds to produce many materials to use Bis becoming more and more crowdedCloses tracks of story line increasingly Dis crowded with shoppers everywhere
23、57How did the author overcome his agony of waiting?ABy reading books designed to be read in shortened wordsBBy arriving early for an appointmentCBy taking measures to produce some books for readersDBy keeping most people away from the supermarket for some reasons58Which of the following cant be carr
24、ied in the authors pocket?AOne Hundred Things Every American Should Know BThe Poetry of Robert FrostCLiving Thoughts of Leading Thinkers DHomer and Ben Johnson59Which of the following statements is true according to the passage?AThe author succeeded in changing his agony into funBThe author was a bo
25、okish and lonely soul.CSix or seven employees in the store were busy in rushing aboutDThere were fewer customers in the supermarket on rainy daysBMy mind seems always to return to the day when I met Carl. The city bus stopped at a corner to pick up the daily commuters (someone who travels regularly
26、to and from work), a group in which I was included. Boarding the bus, I looked for a place to sit. At last, I found a place near the back. The occupant of the seat next to the one I was going for was an older man in a grey suit, well-worn dress shoes, and a black hat like I always pictured reporters
27、 wearing, but without the little press card. Seated myself, I began to read the book I had been carrying, which was Jack Kerouacs On the Road. The man in the seat next to me introduced himself by asking if I had read any other book like the one I was holding. When I told him I had, he seemed to beco
28、me interested, and so did I. He introduced himself as Carl and asked if I liked jazz, and I told him that I didnt really listen to it, and that I liked rock and roll. Waiting for Carl to tell me that I should listen to real music, I was shocked when he just smiled and nodded. He said, “You remind me
29、 of myself when I was your age. I remember how my parents hated jazz, how they couldnt see how I could listen to that awful noise. I bet your parents say the same thing, dont they?” Now it was my turn to smile, amused with how right he was.As the bus ferried us from one side of the city to the other
30、, Carl and I talked about a lot of different things. The more we talked, the more amazed I became at how much the two of us really had in common, despite the age difference. I havent seen him since we parted, but the thought of our connection that day rarely leaves my mind.Carl really made me think
31、about how much we can learn from each other if we just break through the blocks between us weve got. I mean, I would have never thought before that day that I could have anything in common with someone so much older than I, just because of age. But Carl taught me that no matter what, we are all just
32、 people, and that we should make an extra effort to try and get to know our neighbors and people we see every day, regardless of age, race, religion, sex, or anything else. If we all take the time to attempt to understand each other, I think that the world would be a much better place that we could
33、share together, as humans.60. From the first paragraph we know that the author _.A. did not mind whether there was a seat or not B. hoped to have a seat when getting on the busC. thought the bus was overcrowded D. looked for a seat but failed61. The author usually imagined a reporter as one who _. A
34、. liked jazz music B. enjoyed talking with othersC. liked reading Jack Kerouacs works D. usually wore a black hat and press card62. After talking with Carl, the author realized that _. A. older people were nice to talk to B. he should have known Carl earlier C. his parents were so different from Car
35、ls in listening to music D. age was not necessarily a problem in heart-to-heart communication63. It can be inferred from the passage that _. A. the author hasnt seen the old man since then B. jazz music used to be more popular than rock and roll C. the author was not satisfied with human relationshi
36、ps in the world D. Carl made the author realize how much people could learn from each otherCSummer Holiday Fun 2010 !The summer holidays are upon us again. Here is our guide to summer holiday fun in Peterborough!Peterborough Museum The Age of the Dinosaurs is the museums main attraction this summer.
37、 Get up close to prehistoric creatures via some great hands-on exhibits! Watch out for monsters lurking around every ember! The museum is open from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday to Saturday, and from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm on Sundays in August. Call 01733-864663 for details.Saxon Youth ClubSchool holiday
38、fun: young people aged 13-19 will be able to produce their own music, compete in sports activities，or try their hand at cooking at Saxon Youth Club，Saxon Community Centre, Norman Road, Peterborough every Monday and Wednesday from 3:00 pm. PLUS an aeroball tournament will take place on Thursday, 12th
39、 August between 3:30 pm and 6:30 pm.Call 01353-720274 for details.Houghton Mill Through the Looking Classa new production of the family favorite on Monday, 30th August. Bring rugs or chairs to sit on and a picnic if you wish to eat during the playGates open 5:30 pm，performance 6:30 pm8:30 pmTea room
40、 will be open until end of the interval. Adult 10. Child7. Family 20.Booking advisable on 0845-4505157Farmland Museum and Denny AbbeyFarmland Games: from Wellie Wanging to Pretend Ploughing matches, come and join the Farmland Team. Collect your sporting stickers and create a colorful rosette that is
41、 fit for a winner! No need to book, just turn up between 12:00 pm and 4:00 pm on Thursday, 19th August. Suitable for children aged four and above, each child should be accompanied by an adult and all activities are included in the normal admission price. Tickets Cost:7 per child. For furtherinformat
42、ion, call 01223-810080.64. If you are interested in cooking, you can go to_.A. Peterborough Museum B. Houghton Mill C. Saxon Youth Club D. Farmland Museum65. You want to watch the new play with your parents, so it will cost you_.A. 7 B. 17 C.27D. 2066. Which of the following activities needs parents
43、 company?A. Playing farmland games. B. Watching the new playC. Competing in sports activities D. Visiting the dinosaur exhibitionDWhos in control of your life? Who is pulling your string? For the majority of us, its other people society, colleagues, friends, family or our religious community. We lea
44、rned this way of operating when we were very young, of courseWe were brainwashedWe discovered that feeling important and feeling accepted was a nice experience and so we learned to do everything we could to make other people like usAs Oscar Wilde puts it，“Most people are other peopleTheir thoughts a
45、re someone elses opinions，their lives a mimicry(模仿)，their passions a quotation” So when people tell us how wonderful we are，it makes us feel goodWe long for this good feeling like a drugwe are addicted to it and seek it out wherever we canTherefore，we are so eager for the approval of others that we
46、live unhappy and limited lives，failing to do the things we really want toJust as drug addicts and alcoholics live worsened lives to keep getting their fix(一剂毒品)，we worsen our own existence to get our own constant fix of approval But just as with any drug，there is a price to payThe price of the appro
47、val drug is freedom-the freedom to be ourselves. The truth is that we cannot control what other people thinkPeople have their own schedule，and they come with their own baggage and，in the end，theyre more interested in themselves than in youFurthermore，if we try to live by the opinions of others，we wi
48、ll build our life on sinking sandEveryone has a different way of thinking，and people change their opinions all the timeThe person who tries to please everyone will only end up getting exhausted and probably pleasing no one in the process So how can we take back control? I think theres only one way-m
49、ake a conscious decision to stop caring what other people thinkWe should guide ourselves by means of a set of valuesnot values imposed (强加于) from the outside by others，but inborn values which come from withinIf we are driven by these values and not by the changing opinions and value systems of other
50、s，we will live a more authentic，effective，purposeful and happy life67. What Oscar Wilde says implies that A. we have thoughts similar to those of othersB. other peoples thoughts are more important C. most peoples thoughts are controlled by others D. most people have a variety of thoughts68. What doe
51、s the author try to argue in the third paragraph? A. We may lose ourselves to please others B. Changing opinions may cost us our freedom来源: C. We need to pay for what we want to get D. The price of taking the drug is freedom 69. It can be concluded from the passage that A. its better to do what we l
52、ike B. its important to accept others opinions C. we shouldnt change our own opinionsD. we shouldnt care what others think70. The author tries to persuade the readers to accept his arguments mainly by .A. making suggestions B. providing examples and factsC. discussing questions D. analyzing causes a
53、nd effects 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。(答案写在答题纸上)Most of us lead a busy life. 71 We think, “If I reached my goal, then I would be happy”, or “If I could get a better job, then I would enjoy life.” But why not enjoy life right now?Firstly, take time to notice and appreciate th
54、e beauty in your own surroundings. 72 “There is a great big world of wonder and beauty around us!” And as Brodersen explains. “Look for the beauty of the sunrise and of a friends smile that brightens your day. Open your eyes to see the beauty you might not normally see. Doing so helps to cheer you u
55、p.”Secondly, taking time to experience some simple pleasures also can bring joy to your heart and ease your stress. Take me for example. 73 One universal simple pleasure is finding things that make you laugh. Make time to laugh every day.Thirdly, dont take your family and friends for granted. Rich,
56、rewarding relationships add greatly to the enjoyment of life. When you think of someone, why not call, e-mail or write them? 74 As Wayne Lawton explains, “Invest time in relationships. Remove the attitude, whats in it for me? Happiness is found in putting others interests, desires and concerns ahead
57、 of our own whenever possible. Selfishness is a dead-end street.” 75 A. I delight in simple things like my favorite tea drink, a bubble bath or family photos. B. In my spare time, I enjoy collecting stamps and reading novels.C. Driven by the “urgent”, we forget to enjoy life.D. So please treasure re
58、lationship.E. You dont need to travel far to find beauty.F. Be aware of beauty in nature.G. A short e-mail or phone call can make a world of difference to someone.第II卷 （非选择题 共35分）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)短文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多两处错误。错误涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：在此处加一个漏字符号()，并在其下面写出增加的词;删除：把
59、多余的词用斜线()划掉;修改：在错的词下划一横线，并在其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（从十一处起）不计分。Last weekend I went to the Summer Palace as usually. At about noon, I was enjoying my reading near a lake while suddenly I hear someone crying for help. I went up to see what was happening. I was shocking to find a litt
60、le child struggling in the water in the distance while many peoples were standing by without doing anything. Without any hesitation, I had pushed through the crowd as I took off my coat, but jumped into the water quickly. I managed to reach him and carried him back to safety. To his great relief, th
61、e kid was saved. I was proud what I had done. I hope everyone can give a hand when someone else in need. 第二节 书面表达（满分25分）来源: 假如你是李华，最近你校在为一批来自英国的学生征寻住宿家庭，你有意申请。请用英语给校长写信，说明你申请的理由。1.介绍家庭情况； 2.介绍自己的个人情况； 3.介绍自己的接待经验。注意：1.词数120左右； 2.可以适当增加细节以使行文连贯； 3.住宿家庭 host familyDear sir,_ _ _ _ _ Yours, Li Hua来源: HTTP:/WX.JTYJY.COM/来源: 抚顺县高中2011-2012下学期期中考试高二英语试题答案
