1、单元综合检测(二).阅读理解(共10小题；每小题2.5分，满分25分)AA lot of us lose lifes tough battles by starting a frontal(正面的) attackwhen a touch of humor might well enable us to win.Consider the case of a young friend of mine, who hit a traffic jam on his way to work shortly after receiving an ultimatum(最后通牒)about being late
2、 on the job.Although there was a good reason for Sams a being lateserious illness at homehe decided that this bynowfamiliar excuse wouldnt work any longer.His supervisor was probably already pacing up and down preparing a dismissal speech.Yes, the boss was, Sam entered the office at 9：35.The place w
3、as as quiet as a locker room(更衣室); everyone was hard at work.Sams supervisor came up to him.Suddenly, Sam forced a grin and stretched out his hand.“How do you do！” he said.“Im Sam Maynard.Im applying for a job，which，I understand, became available just 35 minutes ago.Does the early bird get the worm？
4、”The room exploded in laughter.The supervisor clamped_off a smile and walked back to his office.Sam Maynard had saved his jobwith the only tool that could win, a laugh.Humor is a most effective, yet frequently neglected(忽略)，means of handling the difficult situations in our lives.It can be used for p
5、atching up differences, apologizing, saying “no”，criticizing, getting the other fellow to do what you want without his losing face.For some jobs, its the only tool that can succeed.It is a way to discuss subjects so sensitive that serious dialog may start a quarrel.For example, many believe that com
6、edians(喜剧演员) on television are doing more today for racial and religious tolerance(忍受力) than people in any other forum.【语篇解读】本文通过一个小故事讲述了幽默的重要性。1Why was Sam late for his job?ABecause he was ill.BBecause he got up late.CBecause he was caught in a traffic jam.DHe was busy applying for a new job.C细节理解题
7、。根据第一段“who hit a traffic jam on his way to work”可知，他迟到的原因是他碰上了交通堵塞。2The main idea of this passage is_ASam Maynard saved his job with humorBhumor is important in our livesCearly bird gets the wormDhumor can solve racial discriminationsB主旨大意题。根据第一段“A lot of us lose lifes tough battles by starting a fr
8、ontal(正面的)attackwhen a touch of humor might well enable us to win”(在人生很多场激烈的争斗中，我们如果与人硬碰硬正面交锋的话，可能败得一塌糊涂。而幽默往往使我们反败为胜)和文章第四段，可知整篇短文讲的是幽默的重要性。3The phrase “clamped off” in Paragraph 3 means_.Atried to hold backBtried to setCchargedDgave outA词义猜测题。前面提到老板连辞退他的话都想好了，而Sam开的这个玩笑使人们哄堂大笑。而老板为了树立他的威严，仍然强忍住笑。故
9、答案为A。4Which of the following statements can we infer from the passage?AMany lose lifes battles for they are lacking in a sense of humor.BIt wasnt the first time that Sam came late for his work.CSam was supposed to come to his office at 8：30.DHumor is the most effective way of solving problems.B推理判断题
10、。根据第一段“.shortly after receiving an ultimatum(最后通牒)about being late on the job”，我们可以了解到，Sam不止一次上班迟到了。BIf youre new to San Francisco, paying the city a visit, or simply looking for a new playground for you and your dog, here are four of the finest dog parks in San Francisco.Corona Heights Dog ParkOfte
11、n visited by residents from all over the city because of its nearness to the Randall Museum, Corona Heights Dog Park offers pets and owners breathtaking view after a steep hillside climb, and a fenced dog area that allows dogs to let loose without a leash(狗链). Owners will also enjoy the playground,
12、tennis courts and basketball courts.Dolores Dog ParkThe grounds of Dolores Park once served as camps for those who were left homeless by the 1906 earthquake, but now are often visited by crowds of Mission District people. Fourlegged friends can also wander about carefree offleash while making friend
13、s with other members of the doggie community.Pine Lake Dog ParkFamous for its place as a rest stop for hundreds of species of birds to fly to and from warmer climates, Pine Lake Park is also prized by city dogs and their owners for their nice hiking paths, picturesque lake suited for swimming, and o
14、ffleash area on the parks west end that lets dogs run free.Buena Vista Dog ParkWith a history of 146 years, Buena Vista Park is San Franciscos oldest park. Dogs and owners with plus energy will love burning it on this parks steep paths and winding staircases. Dog owners should have good control over
15、 their dogs, as its quite easy for dogs to get separated when going through Buena Vistas many twists and turns.【语篇解读】文章介绍了San Francisco的四个最好的宠物公园的详细情况。5Why do dog owners take their pets to Dolores Dog Park?ATo let them socialize.BTo give them rescue lessons.CTo help them lose weight.DTo increase the
16、ir physical activities.A推理判断题。根据Dolores Dog Park中“Fourlegged friends can also wander about carefree offleash while making friends with other members of the doggie community.”可知在这个公园宠物们可以自由漫步交朋友，自由社交，故选A。6Which dog park is popular with bird lovers?ADolores Dog Park.BPine Lake Dog Park.CBuena Vista Do
17、g Park.DCorona Heights Dog Park.B细节理解题。根据Pine Lake Dog Park中“Famous for its place as a rest stop for hundreds of species of birds to fly to and from warmer climates”可知几百种鸟在这个公园停留休息，吸引了许多爱鸟者，故选B。7What is special about Buena Vista Dog Park?ADogs can go climbing.BIt is close to a museum.CDogs must be o
18、n a leash.DIt is suitable for swimming.C细节理解题。根据Buena Vista Dog Park中“Dog owners should have good control over their dogs, as its quite easy for dogs to get separated when going through Buena Vistas many twists and turns.”可知在这里狗主人必须控制好自己的狗，以免分离丢失。故选C。CIt was anniversary(周年纪念)and Ria was waiting for
19、her husband Manoj to show up. After some years of marriage things changed between them. The once cute couple who couldnt live without each other were now fighting over every little thing, but both didnt like changes that came into their marriage.Ria was waiting to see if Manoj remembered that it was
20、 their wedding anniversary. As the doorbell rang she ran toward the door and opened it with a bunch of flowers to greet him. Both started to celebrate. They wanted to make up for fights.Suddenly the phone in the bedroom rang. Ria went to pick it up. On the call there was a man who said, “Hello, mada
21、m. I am calling from the police station. Is this Mr. Manoj Kumars number？”She replied, “Yes, it is！”“I am sorry, but there has been an accident and man died. We got this number from his wallet. Can you please come and identify the body？” the man replied. Ria was shocked！ “But my husband is with me h
22、ere！”， she replied. “Sorry, but the accident took place in the afternoon while he was getting off the bus.”Ria was about to lose her consciousness(意识). She had read stories about souls returning to meet their loved ones after their death before it leaves！ Her heart sank. In fear she ran towards the
23、other room to look for her husband. But he was not there. She said to herself, “Its true！ He left me forever. Oh God, I can die to have another chance to mend for every fight we had. I lost my chance forever.” She fell on the floor in pain.Suddenly there was noise from the bathroom. The door opened
24、and Manoj came out and said, “Darling, I forgot to tell you today my wallet was stolen.”Life might not give you a second chance, so never waste any moment while you still have one. Value people and relations in life and have a wonderful life with no regrets. Live today and enjoy every moment of life
25、 because no one has promised tomorrow.【语篇解读】这是一篇记叙文。本文主要讲了一对夫妻经常吵架，感情出现了些问题，妻子利亚一直想着弥补过去的过错，重新开始，但是一个电话让妻子误以为丈夫马努基死了，她后悔自责，痛苦不堪。这则故事告诉我们珍惜生活中的人和牵挂，过一次无怨无悔的人生。8What can we learn from the passage about Ria and Manoj?AThey couldnt live without each other now.BThey hoped there was a change in their marr
26、iage.CThey didnt remember their wedding anniversary.DThey wanted to make up by celebrating their anniversary.D细节理解题。由文中第二段的“They wanted to make up for fights.”可知，他们都想通过这次结婚纪念日，重归于好，弥补过去的争吵，故D选项正确。9What can we infer from the text?AManoj died of an accident.BMonojs soul returned after death.CThe thief
27、 died of an accident.DThe couple wanted to leave each other.C推理判断题。由文中第五段的“but there has been an accident and man died.We got this number from his wallet.”以及倒数第二段的“Manoj came out and said，Darling, I forgot to tell you today my wallet was stolen.”可知，丈夫的钱包被小偷偷了，而小偷在这次事故中死了。故C选项正确。10What does the under
28、lined word “identify” in Paragraph 5 mean?ARecognize. BDiscover.CExamine. DBury.A词义猜测题。画线部分前文提到警察按照钱包里的号码打给利亚，想确定一下出事故的这个人的身份，所以打电话让利亚去辨认身份，因此这里identify的意思是辨认。recognize辨认；discover发现；examine检验； bury埋葬。A选项正确。.阅读七选五(共5小题；每小题2分，满分10分)The Dos and Donts of Settling Family ProblemsSometimes something more
29、than consideration is necessary to resolve family issues. How should you cope with a family argument or conflict? Gad Krebs, a Positive Relationship expert, believes you should consider the following three options.Dont listen to random advice on how to have a successful relationWell intentioned peop
30、le can offer relationship advice readily available. _11_. Firstly, its the case where those offering ideal solutions are struggling with miserable relations themselves. Secondly, even though they do enjoy harmony at home, the advice that works for them wont necessarily work for you._12_. This is a r
31、esult of the unique personalities of the couple. What works for one couple may be disastrous for another.Ask for professional directionsBusinesses employ consultants and the sick visit doctors. These professional specialists can be reliable. Relationships should be no different. Living as a couple w
32、ill lead to conflict; this is unavoidable. Although some disagreements can be settled by the couple alone, others cannot._13_Turning to a competent specialist during a crisis can allow the couple to gain a new perspective on the issue, as well as give them an opportunity to evolve themselves. Howeve
33、r, proud people are always unlikely to expose their problems. _14_Never say “You never” or “You always”In the heat of an argument people can shift their focus from specific and technical complaints “You are 10 minutes late” to broad and summary statements “Youre always late！”_15_. It defines not onl
34、y who they are, but who they always are.ARely on professional specialistsBAccept this advice and then ignore itCMost people ask for help when they find themselves lostDEach relationship operates according to its very own coursesECriticism can turn poisonous when a specific issue becomes an identityF
35、It is at this point that they need to be mature enough to seek outside professional helpGSimilarly, proud couples, like them, suffer unnecessarily due to their inability to ask for help【语篇解读】家庭问题很复杂，怎样处理家庭争吵或冲突作者给了三个建议。11B本段建议解决家庭问题不要胡乱地听别人的建议，上句：好心人会提供有效的建议，B项：接受这个建议，然后忽略它。与上句连接，是具体做法。下文列举了两点忽略他们建议
36、的原因。故选B。12D上句讲别人成功的建议对自己不一定适合，下句讲这是这对夫妇独特个性的结果。D项：每一种关系的运作都有其自身的过程，起承上启下的作用，故选D。13F本段建议解决家庭问题要寻求专业的指导，F项：在这一点上，他们需要足够成熟，以寻求外部专业帮助。符合本段内容，且选项中的professional help和本段标题中的professional directions一致，故选F。14G上句：然而，骄傲的人总是不太可能暴露他们的问题。G项：同样的，骄傲的夫妻也像他们一样，因为无法寻求帮助而遭受不必要的痛苦。与上句并列，其中proud couples与上句的proud people呼应，
37、故选G。15E上句讲述在激烈的争论中，人们可能会把 “你迟到了10分钟”转移到宽泛的总结“你总是迟到”！ E项：当某一特定问题成为一种身份认同时，批评就会变得有害。概括了这种说法的错误性和不可取性，故选E。.完形填空(共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分)A few years ago, I was working on a project in a small office of a company. While everyone was friendly, there seemed to be a(n)_16_ of the workplace culture, for which I
38、wanted to do something _17_So one evening, I wrote up a few quotes that have _18_ me over the years. The next morning, I went to work a bit early and quickly _19_ them up by the sinks and mirrors in the office _20_For the next few months, some of the quotes got _21_， but I noticed that a couple _22_
39、. So perhaps they were meaningful to some of them.Eventually, I finished out my contract(合同)with that _23_ and went to work in another place.A few months ago, I was _24_ to a reunion with my colleagues to hear updates on how the _25_ I had worked on was going. Although I _26_ worked in this office b
40、uilding, I had really enjoyed working with the team, and was _27_ to see them all again. Towards the end of the _28_， I went to the restroom, and one of the quotes that I had written before was still _29_ in the same spot by the mirror! It _30_： The real voyage of discovery consists not _31_ seeking
41、 new lands, but seeing with new eyes.Maybe the quote still stood out as a _32_ reminder each time someone went to the restroom. _33_ the case is, it is a sweet moment and reminder that we never know how long a seed planted will _34_ to bloom and give fruitbut to simply keep _35_ seeds of kindness fr
42、om the heart. nothing less, and nothing more.【语篇解读】这是一篇记叙文。本文主要讲了作者曾在一家公司工作时为了增添工作场所的文化自己悄悄地贴了一些引言，作者离开这家公司后的一天和公司的人相聚时偶然间发现卫生间里贴着他之前贴的引言。16A.sign BlackChonour DatmosphereB根据下文的“I wanted to do something _”可知，作者认为工作场所文化中缺少一些东西。故B选项切题。17. Afinally BseparatelyCsecretly DhardlyC根据后文“I went to work a bit
43、 early and quickly _ them up”可知，作者做这件事情是偷偷做的。18. Ainspired BannoyedCshocked DconfusedAinspire激励；annoy使恼怒；shocked惊讶；confused疑惑。这里指的是这些年激励作者的引文。故A选项切题。19. Aheld BpickedChid DpostedD这里指的是作者把这些引言贴上。D选项切题。20. Abalcony BbuildingCcanteen DrestroomD根据后文的“I went to the restroom, and one of the quotes that I
44、had written before”可知，作者把这些引言贴到洗手间了。D选项切题。21. Aput down Bshut downCtaken down Dturned downC这里指的是一些引言被拿走了。故C选项切题。22. Aremained BdisappearedCchanged DfadedA根据后文“So perhaps they were meaningful to some of them.”可知，或许因为这些对他们有意义，所以有些引言仍在。故A选项切题。23. Aoffice BcompanyCcolleague DagencyB根据文中第一段的“I was workin
45、g on a project in a small office of a company.”可知，作者在公司上班，所以这里指的是和公司的合同结束了。故B选项切题。24. Aadmitted BinvitedCordered DrequestedB这里指的是作者被邀请与之前公司的同事重聚。故B选项切题。25. Areport BresearchCproblem DprojectD文中第一段的第一句“I was working on a project”提到，作者在做一个项目，后来作者离开了，所以这里作者询问项目进行的如何。故D选项切题。26. Ano longer BseldomCat las
46、t DstillA上文提到“I finished out my contract(合同)with that _ and went to work in another place.”可知作者不再在这个公司工作。故A选项切题。27. Acurious BtiredCworried DhappyD根据上文“I had really enjoyed working with the team，”可知，作者很喜欢和这个团队的人工作，所以他很开心再次见到他们。D选项切题。28. Astep BeventCgame DfestivalB这里指的是在聚会活动的尾声，作者去了休息室。故B选项切题。29. Au
47、p BindoorsCoff DoutsideA这里指的是作者发现这些引言还在上面贴着。故A选项切题。30. Atold BwroteCread DspokeC当表示某张纸上写的某东西时需用动词read，意为“写着”。故C选项切题。31. Aon BbyCwith DinDconsist in在于，为固定搭配。D选项切题。32. Awarning BchallengingCshining DjokingC这里指的是这些引言作为一个闪耀的提醒者。故C选项切题。33. AWhatever BWhicheverCWhoever DWheneverA这里指的是不论情况是什么样子。Whatever无论什
48、么，whichever无论哪个，whoever无论谁，whenever无论何时。故A选项切题。34. Aspend BcostCtake DaffordC指的是播种种子需要花费多长时间，主语是物，所以需用take，故C选项切题。35. Afetching BsowingCharvesting DsharingB句意：我们永远不知道播种的种子能够多长时间绽放并结出果实， 而只是简单地一直播种仁慈的种子。B选项切题。.语法填空(共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分)Animals can become endangered for a number of reasons, but many ex
49、perts believe that loss of habitat is the main cause. Some animals are put 36._ danger when people take over their habitats. This often 37._ (occur) because people want one or more of the resources (资源) in those areas. Some forests, for example, provide wood 38._ is used for things like paper and fu
50、rniture, etc. Many trees 39._ (cut) down every day for such purposes but not enough are being planted. It has seriously decreased the population of many species.In some cases, loss of habitat arises 40._ forest fires or flooding of land. Environmentalists and zoologists are 41._ (frequent) trying to
51、 do what they can to prevent the number of populations from 42._ (drop)too seriously.Sometimes, people influence nature, indirectly causing the animals 43._ (lose) their habitats. Experts believe the problem is becoming much 44._ (bad) because of the emission (排放) of greenhouse gases. They dont know
52、 45._ much influence people have, however. The greenhouse effect can also influence weather patterns that affect animals.36inin danger意为“在危险中”。37occurs设空处表示现阶段经常性的动作，应用一般现在时，且主语为This，故填occurs。38that/which设空处引导限制性定语从句，修饰先行词wood且在从句中作主语，故填that/which。39are being cuttrees与cut之间是被动关系，且由but后内容可知，此处表示现在正在进
53、行的动作，故填are being cut。40fromarise from表示“由引起，由产生”。41frequently设空处修饰动词，故填副词frequently。42droppingprevent sb./sth.from doing sth.意为“阻止某人/某物做某事”。43to losecause sb./sth.to do sth.意为“造成/引起某人/某物做某事”。44worse设空处所在句句意为“专家认为因为导致温室效应的气体的排放，所以这个问题变得更糟糕”，故填worse。45how设空处引导宾语从句，且在从句中修饰much，故填how。.写作(共两节，满分40分)第一节应用
54、文写作(满分15分)每个人都曾经历过或听说过一些有趣的事情，那么你印象中最有趣的事情是什么呢？请以此为话题，用英语写一篇80词左右的短文。_【参考范文】Every time I think of the funny experience several months ago, I cant help laughing.On the night before the history exam，I stayed up all night，going over the lessons.Therefore, during the exam, I was so sleepy and tired that
55、 I fell asleep.I dreamt about having an important exam.In my dream, the questions on the exam paper were all beyond my ability.I got more and more anxious, and finally I woke up，terrified to find that I was really having an exam！Whats worse，there was only five minutes left for me to finish the paper
56、!This funny experience also taught me a lesson.From then on，I dare not stay up late before exams.Instead，I try to be well prepared as early as possible and make sure of enough sleep.第二节概要写作(满分25分)阅读下面短文，根据其内容写一篇60词左右的内容概要。When a student cuts class，fails to prepare for class or do homework，or is unab
57、le to answer even simple questions about the topic being studied in class，it is clear that the student is not learning well，and teachers may wonder why.One of the causes might be language anxiety.Language anxiety is a fear occurring when a learner is expected to perform in the foreign language.That
58、is，when a student is asked to perform in the target language in class，he is likely to become nervous and fail to do it.The good news is that so far some research has suggested language anxiety can make students focused，get good grades and build up high selfconfidence.Despite(尽管) these benefits，most
59、research has also shown a negative(负面的) relationship between language anxiety and performance.The negative kind of anxiety harms learners performance in many ways.As time goes by，they will doubt themselves，refuse to join in discussions and try to avoid using the language.Teachers and researchers mig
60、ht sometimes be able to judge language anxiety through measuring scales(评价量表)There are a number of scales，the best known of which is called the Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale or FLCAS.The FLCAS was developed to measure the specific anxiety reaction of a student to a foreign language situat
61、ion.However，this is not recommended because researchers consider that language anxiety is observable in class.To help students to deal more effectively with language anxiety，teachers are advised to allow students to perform differently according to their own abilities.More importantly，teachers ought
62、 to provide various opportunities for classroom success in the language.In this way，students can be freed from the pain of severe language anxiety.Gradually they will become more and more confident of their language abilities and eventually experience what it means to succeed in the language classro
63、om._【参考范文】When using a foreign language in class，learners may experience language anxiety.(要点1)Research has shown it does more harm to learners in many aspects in spite of its benefits.(要点2)To its credit，language anxiety can be observed without the use of scales/FLCAS.(要点3)Therefore，teachers should welcome different performances and attach more importance to offering chances for students to feel success.(要点4)
