1、高二上学期开学考试英语试题（45分钟）满分100分阅读（共12分，3分*4） In 1949，a Swedish engineer named Curt Lindquist created a material which was made of fiber(纤维)and cotton and could absorb water quickly.He turned this new material into dishcloths which have been available in Europe ever since，and now they are gaining ground in
2、 Canada. I love microfiber cleaning cloths，but I stopped buying them when I started cutting down on plastic and things containing chemicals.I had heard that Swedish dishcloths would replace traditional towels，but I didnt see how they could be much better than my regular cotton dish towels.At that ti
3、me，the company Swedish Wholesale sent me a sample pack of 10 to have a try and I am really kind of gobsmackedthey perform really well and are of great use.The ones are hard at first，but get soft once they are wet.They are made in Europe，which means they arent exactly a local product. The best part o
4、f dishcloths may be that they are completely biodegradable.The ones I got are made of biodegradable plantbased fiber and cotton.After innocent spills and wiping up water，I just wash mine out in the sink and squeeze them well，and then let them dry on the dish rack(架子)But for more intensive washing，th
5、ey can go into the washing machine or dishwasher.They are much less likely to give shelter to bacteria compared to traditional dishcloths because of their unique composition. I have been using mine for about a month，and Im curious to see how long the pack will last，but so far they have been satisfac
6、tory.I worried that they would just be something I would have to throw out at the end of their lives，but that they can be composted(制成堆肥)，which is a key factor，makes a big difference.I will report back after more time has passed，but for now I cant imagine going back to everything else.1Why did the a
7、uthor stop buying microfiber cleaning cloths?AThey were made of chemicals.BSomething was wrong with them.CNew dishcloths would be given to her.DShe wanted to cut back on her daily expense.2What does the underlined word “gobsmacked” in Paragraph 2 probably mean?ASurprised. BNervous. CEmbarrassed. DDi
8、sappointed.3What is the authors attitude to the new dishcloths at last?AUninterested. BDoubtful. CNegative. DPositive.4What is the best title for the text?ADishcloths Made in Europe BGiving Swedish Dishcloths a TryCThe Function of New Dishcloths DThe Differences Between Two Dishcloths七选五（共15分，3分*5）M
9、ost people agree that an hour in the morning is worth two in the evening. Starting the day on the wrong foot can destroy the rest of it. By starting off actively, you can face each task happily. 5 Give yourself time to start the day. 6 Starting the day feeling rushed can lead to unnecessary stress t
10、hroughout the rest of the day. Do not hurry. Take your time from the very beginning of the day.Be thankful. Before you get out of bed, take moments to think about what youre thankful for. For example, you can be thankful for anything in your life, such as your family or friends, your health, your ho
11、use, the sunshine and so on. 7 Forget technology. Many people set alarms on their cell phones. 8 So, as soon as you turn off your alarm, you should lay down the cell phone and wait at least 30-60 minutes before checking anything. 9 New day, new hope. Dont think about what you did or didnt do yesterd
12、ay. If you had a bad day the day before, leave that behind you and just concentrate on the new day instead.A. Start each day new.B. Make a to-do list and try to follow it.C. Wake up with enough time to feel relaxed.D. Try the following things to start your day off right.E. Technology can make you fe
13、el like you cant live without it.F. If you feel tired, do something physical to make yourself feel happy.G. And youll get into a good mind for the rest of the day with a thankful heart.完形填空（共30分，2分*15）In China, square dancing is an exercise routine performed to music in squares or parks. Recent year
14、s have 10 the growing popularity of square dancing among elderly people in China, 11 it provides them with a good platform to 12 and make new friends in their ordinary lives. Although the practice has roots in both ancient and modern Chinese history, today the Chinese hold 13 views towards it. Some
15、people, the young in particular, argue that it has disturbed their peaceful lives.As for 14 citizens, square dancing is relatively easy to learn compared to traditional 15 and thus win their 16 . Moreover, practicing square dancing doesnt need special equipment. All it needs are open ground and loud
16、speakers. 17 , it can be found across the country. 18 , many young people have showed their dissatisfaction. They think that square dancing 19 too much space in their neighborhood and disturbs their life. In fact, it is the noise 20 square dancing that young people 21 most. Therefore, concessions (让
17、步) should be made by both 22 so that they can live in 23 with each other.People taking part in square dancing are expected to dance in areas far away from residential communities (居民区), while the young are called on to show more 24 of square dancing.They will also become old and one day may be one o
18、f the dancers they dislike now.In addition, the government should spare more suitable areas where the elderly can do their favorite activities.10Aproved Bdeveloped Cwitnessed Dadvanced11Athough Bonce Cuntil Dsince12Arelax Bretire Creact Drecover13Aunique Bgeneral Cwrong Ddifferent14Alocal Bsenior Cr
19、esponsible Dhonest15Adances Bcustoms Capproaches Dentertainments16Apleasure Bcelebration Cencouragement Dlove17AFor example BAs a result CIn other words DIn particular18AThough BTherefore CHowever DOtherwise19Atakes off Bkeeps up Cmakes up Dtakes up20Aagainst Binto Cwith Dby21Adoubt Bdislike Cregret
20、 Dsearch22Apositions Bparties Csituations Dhands23Aharmony Bhope Cconnection Dindependence24Aspirit Bexpectation Ctolerance Dservice语法填空（共20分，2分*10）I was in the ninth year when I began to suffer depression. My parents noticed but felt that since Id always been _25_ good child, this was temporary. _2
21、6_(fortunate), it was not to be so. I didnt have friends. Hardly could I share my problems. Deep worry began to destroy my _27_(confident). Finally I refused to attend classes, _28_(shut) myself in my room for hours. The examination was approaching, but I simply didnt care. My parents and teachers w
22、ere surprised _29_ my bad performance. One morning, after a particularly severe lecture from my father, I stood at the school gate, _30_(depress). Then as the other students marched to their classrooms, our headmaster called me. The next fortyfive minutes was one of the _31_(good) moments in my life
23、. She said she _32_(notice) a big change in me and wondered why. At first she took my hands in _33_(she) and listened patiently as I mentioned my worries. Then she hugged me as I wept. Months of frustration and loneliness disappeared in her motherly hug. No one had tried to understand what the real
24、problem was except the headmaster, _34_ helped me out simply by listening and hugging. 应用文写作(共23分)假定你是李华， 你校将举办中学生文化艺术节， 请给你的英国朋友Peter写信， 邀请他参加这次艺术节并请他表演一个节目。信的内容包括：1. 演出地点、时间及参加人员；2. 介绍艺术节主题：弘扬传统文化， 促进文化交流。注意：1. 词数：80左右；2. 可以适当增加细节， 以使行文连贯。参考词汇：中学生文化艺术节 the Middle School Art Festival; 承办 host; 弘扬 c
25、arry forward_返校考试答案阅读 AADB七选五 DCGEA完形 CDADB, ADBCD, CBBAC语法填空a Unfortunately confidence shutting atdepressed best had noticed hers who应用文写作Dear Peter，How is everything going? Here is a piece of good news for you.The Middle School Art Festival hosted by our school is coming.The festival is to carry f
26、orward traditional culture and promote cultural exchange.And it provides audience with a stage where they can put on performance.Next Friday，on the 30th of June，the festival will be held in the Shiyu Building.All of us students will take part in it.I sincerely hope that you can join us in our performance.Looking forward to your early reply.
