1、绝密启用前天一大联考20202021学年(上)高二年级期末考试英语考生注意：1.答题前，考生务必将自己的姓名、考生号填写在试卷和答题卡上，并将考生号条形码粘贴在答题卡上的指定位置。2.回答选择题时，选出每小题答案后，用铅笔把答题卡对应题目的答案标号涂黑。如需改动，用橡皮擦干净后，再选涂其他答案标号。回答非选择题时，将答案写在答题卡上。写在本试卷上无效。3.考试结束后，将本试卷和答题卡一并交回。第一部分 听力(共两节，满分30分)做题时，先将答案标在试卷上，录音内容结束后，你将有两分钟的时间将试卷上的答案转涂到答题卡上。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
2、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。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。例: How much is the shirt?A.19.15. B.9.18. C.9.15答案是C。1. What does the woman want to do?A. Take the ordered cake. B. Buy a birthday cake. C. Change the cake.2. What could the mans job be?A. A waiter. B. A hotel manager.
3、C. A security guard.3. How much will the woman pay?A. 10 dollars. B. 15 dollars. C. 30 dollars.4. How does the woman feel if she is called in class?A. Shocked. B. Relaxed. C. Excited.5. What are the speakers talking about?A. Where to hold the party.B. Whether to go to the party.C. How to finish the
4、homework.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。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，各小题将给出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. Which class is the boy in?A. Class Two. B. Class Three. C. Class Four.7. What will the girl do next Saturday afternoon?A. Watch a game. B. S
5、tudy in the classroom. C. Play basketball.听第7段材料，回答第8、9题。8. Whats the matter with the woman?A. Her car doesnt work. B. There is no taxi there. C. She waits for the bus for a long time.9. Where does the conversation most probably take place?A. At the station. B. In a park. C. In a restaurant.听第8段材料，回
6、答第10至12题。10. How many coats are mentioned by the man?A. Two. B. Three. C. Four.11. What is the womans attitude to the man at last?A. Appreciative. B. Patient. C. Annoyed.12. Whats the probable relationship between the speakers?A. Policewoman and citizen. B. Driver and passenger. C. Shop assistant an
7、d customer.听第9段材料，回答第13至16题。13. What did Carl do when he was in the eighth grade?A. He moved to a new school.B. He left school and started to work.C. He had a more American-like name.14. Which place did Carl first travel to?A. Iowa. B. Wisconsin. C. Chicago.15. What are Carls stories mainly about?A.
8、 Kings and queens. B. Talking animals. C. Modem buildings or vehicles.16. How many Pulitzer Prizes did Carl win for his poetry?A. Three. B. Two. C. One.听第10段材料，回答第17至20题。17. What is the probable purpose of the passage?A. To deal with concerns. B. To report a piece of news. C. To introduce Bentley Co
9、llege.18. What will the students be educated well in at Bentley College?A. Art. B. Business. C. Computer.19. Where is the college located in?A. New Jersey. B. New Zealand. C. New England.20. What will the speaker do next immediately?A. Deal with concerns. B. Discuss the price. C. Make some deals.第二部
10、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、和D)中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。ATeen MagazinesBrowse through our selection of teen magazines. Whether you are a parent looking for a special gift or a teenager wanting to find a perfect magazine, we have what you need.J-14J-14 is the number I t
11、een celebrity magazine. Every issue(一期)is full of posters, real-life stories, video, TV and music news and so much more. Youll get pictures of todays hottest stars and find out what everyone is wearing and where to buy it. And well have tons of cool stuff to win in every issue!For ages 1317 | 6 issu
12、es per year; $ 14.97 per issueYoung RiderYoung Rider is packed with features, facts, photos, and fun stuff about horses. Kids enjoy learning about horse health, training tips, famous horses and how to improve their riding skills. Plus, it includes four or more colorful posters in each issue.For ages
13、 815 | 6 issues per year; $ 21.95 per issueOWLOWL is loaded with fascinating articles and amazing facts. Each issue includes science behind how things work, quizzes, contests, and topics on everyday life. With breaking news stories and interesting puzzles, its an inspiring and entertaining place for
14、 kids to grow.For ages 913 | 10 issues per year; $ 35.00 per issueThrasherThrasher is the number 1 magazine for the skateboarding expert. With each issue youll get articles about improving your technique and advice on the best equipment to buy. Feature articles include interviews with some of the be
15、st skateboarders on the planet.For ages 1322 | 12 issues per year; $ 18.00 per issue21. What can we learn from the J-14 magazine?A. New fashion information. B. How to solve puzzles.C. How to improve skateboarding skills. D. Something interesting about horses.22. What might the OWL magazine intend to
16、 inspire readers to do?A. Learn from real-life models. B. Think beyond the printed page.C. Pay attention to their daily habits. D. Contribute articles to teen magazines.23. Which magazines will probably appeal to sports lovers?A. J-14 and OWL. B. J-14 and Thrasher.C. Young Rider and OWL. D. Young Ri
17、der and Thrasher.BMy hands were such good sports for so many decades that I didnt even know they were unhappy until they quit working. In spite of my great effort, the chopsticks dropped to the floor and the coffee cup rolled down. When it sunk in that my life with easy hands was over, I fell into m
18、ourning(悲伤).Every few years for decades, I painted new paintings on my bathroom walls. Looking at them, I was lost in thought. I was upset about ideas for new art projects. I longed to create new paintings, but that would have required hands, so I didnt. Eventually Ive realized I still have hands, a
19、nd clumsy as they are, theyre better than theyll be tomorrow. The mourning broke.If my childhood spent coloring was Act 1 of my life in art, this is Act 3. To compromise(妥协)with my aging body, Ive had to acknowledge the balance of power has shifted. Its my hands turn to call the shots, not my wills.
20、 When they were painless extensions of my brain, the decision to paint a line and the painting of that line were one and the same. Now, I load a brush with paint, and my hand applies it approximately where and how I intended it. Close enough.It turns out theres something to be said for a change in p
21、ace. Historically, I began projects and worked until they were done. Now I work only as long as my hands allow. When my hands insist that I stop, I have time to think about my next step. The pauses make for artistic decisions I wouldnt have made otherwise.The experience of creating in the third act
22、is not the same, but its not all bad-and its better than it will ever be again.24. Why did the author feel sad when looking at the paintings on her bathroom walls?A. They reminded her of her childhood. B. She wasnt able to create art as she wished.C. She had no time to create new art projects. D. Th
23、ey were not good enough in her opinion.25. What made the author stop mourning?A. Treasuring what she had. B. Getting rid of her own past.C. Looking to the bright future. D. Recovering her work-life balance.26. What is the main cause of the authors worsening physical condition?A. Sports injury. B. Me
24、ntal pressure.C. The aging process. D. Disease related to work.27. What does the author most probably do?A. She is an artist. B. She is a teacher.C. She is an athlete. D. She is an architect.CAs winter approaches, you probably dont look forward to getting out of your warm, comfortable bed and into t
25、he cold air. But if you live in California, you are lucky! A new law, signed on Sunday by Gov. Gavin Newsom, will make sure that public high schools can no longer start earlier than 8:30 and public middle schools until 8.The goal of this law is to improve attendance rates(出勤率)and prevent sleep depri
26、vation. But is sleep deprivation such a big deal? Whats wrong with staying up a little later to finish homework, or waking up an hour earlier for school? Lets take a look at why sleep deprivation is so serious.Through a study by scientists at UCLA, we know that sleep deprivation slows the brain cell
27、s ability to work and communicate with each other. Since brain cells help us concentrate and make decisions, our thinking skills dull(迟钝)when were sleep-deprived. Sleep deprivation especially deserves our focus in teenagers, whose bodies are changing, and sleep-deprived adolescents are also more lik
28、ely to develop mental and physical diseases. When surveyed, these tired teens reported being unhappy on a daily basis, stress-eating(leading to obesity), isolating themselves and suffering from anxiety and depression.However, there is some discontent. When this law finally starts in full effect, rou
29、ghly half the schools in California will have to move their schedules down by 30 minutes. Districts argue that schedule shifts prevent parents from dropping their kids off on their way to work. The kids would wake up early to walk instead, making the law useless. Teachers prefer that districts choos
30、e their own schedules as the schools know their students better.It is possible that more states may adopt Californias measure. Until then, there are other things you can do to sleep better. For example, set a specific bedtime so your body knows when it is time to rest. Make sure you only do quiet an
31、d calm activities before sleeping, like reading. And if you never have time to sleep a full eight to ten hours, try taking short naps.28. What does the underlined word deprivation in paragraph 2 refer to?A. Getting something that you want. B. Not expecting something you like.C. Seeking something tha
32、t you need. D. Not having something that you need.29. What does the study find about sleep?A. Our brain must rely on sleep to function. B. Sleep-deprived adults suffer most.C. Our thinking can be affected for lack of sleep. D. Lack of sleep may lead to eating less.30. What is the fourth paragraph ma
33、inly about?A. The advantages schedule shifts will bring. B. The proper arrangements for busy parents.C. Different schedules for different districts. D. The reasons why some people feel dissatisfied.31. Whats suggested in the last paragraph?A. Taking naps every day. B. Sleeping as much as possible.C.
34、 Avoiding being too active before sleep. D. Carrying out Californias measure totally.DWhich kind of diamond is better for the environment and the world we live in: a diamond from a traditional mine or one made in a laboratory? It seems that everyone would think that man-made diamonds would be better
35、. But wait a minute. Dont draw your conclusion so quickly.Some recent reports suggest the answer may not be so clear. At the very least, these reports provide evidence of tensions between two different sectors of the diamond industry. Lab-grown diamond companies say they are more moral and cause les
36、s harm to the Earths environment as they dont have to dig deep into the earth for diamonds.The traditional diamond sector notes that its businesses help the communities where they operate mines. It says they provide jobs, help build roads and other infrastructure and make investments in conservation
37、. Some companies, such as De Beers, work on both sides. De Beers sells natural and man-made diamonds.In the United States, the Federal Trade Commission(FTC)investigates reports of deceptive, or misleading, advertising. In April, the commission sent warning letters to eight lab-grown diamond companie
38、s. One of the FTCs concerns was the use of the word eco-friendly, and similar terms, to describe diamonds made in a laboratory. The lab-grown process requires very high temperatures and uses a lot of energy.Trucost is a company that estimates the costs of using natural resources. Asked by the Diamon
39、d Producers Association to study the issue, Trucost found the carbon intensity of natural diamonds was lower than lab-grown diamonds. The Trucost report did note that diamond miners should reduce their effect on the environment by using more wind power and sunlight.The Reuters news agency reported t
40、hat the International Grown Diamond Association did not immediately respond to requests for comments about the story.32. Whats the opinion of traditional diamond companies about their business?A. They refuse lab-grown diamonds.B. They bring benefits to local people.C. They cause less harm to the Ear
41、ths environment.D. They are more moral than lab-grown diamond companies.33. Why were lab-grown diamond companies warned by FTC?A. They sold false diamonds. B. They teased customers.C. They took unfair competition. D. They made false advertisements.34. What did Trucost advise diamond miners to do?A.
42、Use renewable energy. B. Give up mining diamonds.C. Change mining equipment. D. Develop lab-grown diamonds.35. What can be a suitable title for the text?A. Is Natural Diamond Mining Coming to an End?B. Do Diamond Miners Really Protect the Environment?C. Which Kind of Diamond Is Better for the Enviro
43、nment?D. Why Are Lab-grown Diamonds Environmentally Friendly?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。Tips for Keeping Awake in ClassIf you want to keep awake during class, sleep the night before your class. Students who doze(打瞌睡)in class often missed sleep the night before. Get
44、ting enough sleep is your first line of defense when it comes to staying awake in class. 36 For most people, eight hours of sleep is enough to get through the day, but your body may require more. 37 This will train your body to know when it needs to be asleep and when it is time to wake up. Allow yo
45、urself time to relax before heading to bed by putting away your phone, homework, and other things that keep your mind active. Getting enough high-quality sleep can help you.Another way is to take a shower before class. 38 The warm water from your shower raises your body temperature. This also increa
46、ses your heart rate so your blood travels around your body faster. Finally, it helps deliver oxygen to your important organs so your body can work at the best level of efficiency. 39 When your body is exposed to cold water, your blood will flow at a higher pressure, meaning that your circulation(循环)
47、is even further increased. The cold water will also help wake you up because it will shock your body, forcing you to breathe more deeply. 40 And thus you will be more mentally sharp.A. Having a warm meal also works.B. This will increase your oxygen intake.C. Perform a series of movements before slee
48、p.D. This helps you feel refreshed and awakens your senses.E. For some extra energy, finish your shower with cold water.F. Make sure to get some shut-eye if you have a class the next day.G. Keep a regular sleep schedule by going to bed at the same time each night.第三部分 语言知识运用(共两节，满分45分)第一节 完形填空(共20小题
49、；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A、B、C和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。Sometimes, animals act just as humans do. Officer Burgess found a mother duck pecking(啄)on his car. He figured she just wanted 41 . But the pecking continued.Officer Burgess grew 42 when the duck ignored the food he threw out of
50、the window. Instead, the duck 43 away just a bit, then stopped, looked back, and returned to the 44 for some more pecking and screaming.After the ducks doing so for a second time, Officer Burgess 45 got out of his car to follow the duck. But he wasnt prepared for what he was about to 46 !She led me
51、about 100 yards away to this grassy 47 near a lake where I saw one of her 48 all tangled up(缠住)in some string. His little feet were 49 , the officer explained. She led me straight to him.Officer Burgess thought the mother duck might 50 him if he tried to touch her baby, so he 51 the animal rescue ce
52、nter for help. The rescue group didnt have any staff readily 52 to assist, but a policewoman, Officer Cecilia Charron, decided shed lend a 53 .When Officer Charron arrived, she went straight to works on carefully 54 the little one. The mother duck just 55 , like she knew. It was amazing, Officer Bur
53、gess recalled.Once freed, the baby ran to its mama, and they safely 56 away.It was an unbelievable 57 for the shocked officers, and Officer Charron 58 teared up a bit.Officer Burgess said, I honestly dont know why I decided to 59 her, but I did. It makes me wonder-do they know to 60 humans when they
54、 need help?41. A. water B. peace C. food D. protection42. A. curious B. stubborn C. happy D. grateful43. A. hid B. walked C. broke D. floated44. A. lake B. road C. sidewalk D. car45. A. finally B. sincerely C. actually D. exactly46. A. believe B. find C. hear D. regret47. A. hallway B. house C. gard
55、en D. area48. A. neighbors B. nests C. babies D. wings49. A. kicking B. sinking C. climbing D. wandering50. A. help B. attack C. admit D. trap51. A. encouraged B. warned C. refused D. called52. A. availableB. willingC. powerfulD. certain53. A. volunteerB. vehicleC. handD. tool54. A. fixingB. comfort
56、ingC. freeingD. curing55. A. glaredB. watchedC. cheeredD. screamed56. A. escapedB. flewC. swamD. carried57. A. experimentB. goalC. chanceD. moment58. A. evenB. yetC. stillD. ever59. A. stopB. driveC. ignoreD. follow60. A. suffer fromB. turn toC. come acrossD. concentrate on第二节(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)阅读
57、下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容(1个单词)或括号内单词的正确形式。Different places have different climates. A desert, for example, 61 (refer) to as a dry climate because little water falls during the year. In polar regions, however, rising global temperatures 62 (link) with climate change mean that ice sheets and glaciers are melt
58、ing at an accelerated rate from season to season. This contributes to sea level rise in some 63 (area)of the planet. Together with expanding ocean waters due to rising temperatures, the rise in sea level has begun to damage coastlines 64 a result of increasing flooding.The cause of current climate c
59、hange is largely human activity, like burning fossil fuels, 65 include natural gas, oil, and coal. Burning these materials 66 (give)out greenhouse gases into the Earths atmosphere. These gases trap heat from the suns rays inside the atmosphere, 67 (cause)the Earths average temperature to rise. The w
60、arming of the planet impacts local and regional climates. Throughout the Earths history, climate has 68 (constant) changed. When occurring naturally, this is 69 slow process that has been taking place over hundreds or thousands of years. However, the human influenced climate change that is happening
61、 now is occurring at a much 70 (fast) rate.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，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每处错误仅涉及一个单词的增加、删除或修改。增加：在缺词处加一个漏字符号()，并在其下面写出该加的词。删除：把多余的词用斜线()划掉。修改：在错的词下画一横线，并在该词下而写出修改后的词。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。When I was a freshm
62、an at college, I spend most of my spare time taking a part-time job in the school library. My job was main to sort the books returned by students. It took great effort to put the books in the place. I enjoyed my work because I could do when I really liked instead of play video games like other stude
63、nts in the dorm. Later without new technology introduced, the library equipped with electronic management systems. It made we work more efficiently than before. But not paid much, I could gain some work experiences before graduation.第二节 书面表达(满分25分)你校正在组织英语写作比赛，主题为“我们的学校”，请你写一篇短文参赛，内容包括：1.学校简介；2.喜欢学校的原因。注意：1.词数100左右；2.短文题目和首句已为你写好。Our SchoolOur school is situated in the north of our city with the teaching staff of more than 600 people.