1、2021-2022学年上学期宣化一中高二月考考试英语试卷（9月份）一、阅读理解（本大题共15小题，共30.0分）ADo you look for something to read while in London？If so,youre lucky.The British capital happens to have an incredible collection of bookshops. Foyles If you will,dig the picture：four miles of shelves holding up to 200，000 books.Lets hope you h
2、ave some time to read books when travelling in Foyles.This bookshop is impossible to leave empty-handed.It was once listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the biggest bookshop on the planet. Location：107 Charing Cross Rd Hatchards In the year 1797，Thomas Paine published Agrarian Justice.Its
3、 also the year this London bookshop,the oldest in the city today,first turned on its lights.It stocks an excellent selection of fiction,nonfiction,history and other sorts. Location：187 Piccadilly St Libreria This bookshop is one of the most pleasing of its kind in London.The yellow bookshelves add a
4、 touch of color and mystery and,well,you kind of just want to grab a book and a seat and stay a while.Mobile phone usage is strongly banned here. Location：65 Hanbury St London Review Bookshop This wonderful bookshop that opened in 2003 comes from the smart people of the London Review of Books.As you
5、d expect,there is an excellent selection of history,philosophy,politics,new fiction and many other sorts here.Plus,theres a nice cafe in which you can have something to drink and start reading. Location：16 Bury PI1. Where can you find the oldest bookshop in London？ _ A. 16 Bury PI.B. 187 Piccadilly
6、St.C. 107 Charing Cross Rd.D. 65 Hanbury St.2. What is special about Libreria？ _ A. It has various books.B. It is located in London.C. It has yellow bookshelves.D. It is the biggest one.3. Which bookshop can offer people coffee？ _ A. Foyles.B. Hatchards.C. Libreria.D. London Review Bookshop.BThe sun
7、 was rising as we drove across the Minnesota state line to New York for my new Ph.D.program.The move was good for me professionally,but I worried about my husband and daughters.I also feared that I wouldnt be able to give my kids the childhood they deserved. Anne,our first daughter,came into the wor
8、ld when I was a junior majoring in biology in college.It was challenging to balance classes,work schedules,and being a mom.But I got through it,finding moments of joy along the way.On the nights when I was home,Id read my class notes out loud with my daughter.Shed respond by asking questions,such as
9、 Mom,what are bacteria？ It helped us both learn. After I graduated,I knew that I would need a Ph.D.to land the kind of job I wanted.I arrived in New York feeling more than the usual new-grad-student anxiety.I also suffered from a more personal fear that I was being selfishthat my decision to invigor
10、ate my career was going to have long-term negative impacts on my kids. Over the past year,though,Ive started to let go of some of this worry.Ive realized that we have not only adapted to our new situation,but things are getting better.My husband landed a job that he is happy with.Anne dreams of beco
11、ming a marine biologist.Recently,while driving past the cancer institute I work at,Anne said, Thinking about people having cancer is so sad,but I feel better knowing that you are researching it to help. Navigating academia as a young mother is hard,but its also rewarding.My kids are learning to look
12、 at the world through the lens of science,and watching their mom succeed inspires them.I look forward to seeing them follow my footsteps,whatever path they choose.4. How did the writer feel about the move for her Ph.D.program？ _ A. It was fruitful but exhausting.B. It was the last thing she would do
13、.C. It was hopeful but challenging.D. It was promising for the whole family.5. Which can best replace the word invigorate in Paragraph 3？ _ A. boost.B. change.C. create.D. choose.6. What could be inferred from Annes words in Paragraph 4？ _ A. People are afraid of having cancer.B. Cancer is health en
14、emy No.1.C. Her mother takes her job seriously.D. Anne is proud of her mother.7. What might be the best title of the text？ _ A. Onwards and UpwardsB. Double Gains of Mums PursuitC. Like Mother Like DaughterD. Generation Gap Narrowed by LoveCIf you live near a park,youve probably observed this unique
15、 squirrel behavior.As winter approaches,these creatures begin what looks like preparation for a wide scavenger（觅食）hunt.In great numbers,these squirrels begin to bury nuts!This kind of behavior raises a lot of questions for squirrel enthusiaststhe most pressing being how the squirrels find their nuts
16、 again.Eastern gray squirrels,in particular,bury their nuts far and wide.Scientists themselves arent even quite sure of everything that goes into this hiding behavior,but they have some ideas. For one,scientists have observed gray squirrels frequently burying and reburying their nuts.The scientists
17、assumed that this behavior was to help always keep a fresh memory of the nuts!locations.However,its not only memory that the squirrels need to combat（战斗）in order to find their nuts!The gray squirrel community is rampant（猖獗的）with nut stealing.The squirrels can lose up to 25% of their hidden nuts to s
18、uch thieves!Luckily,the squirrels have developed some clever methods to protect their nuts.Scientists have observed the squirrels creating false caches（储藏）in order to trick thieves.If the squirrels are worried about thieves,they will also start to hide their nuts in difficult-to-reach places（like un
19、der bushes or in muddy areas）. While it might be frustrating for squirrels to lose their carefully hidden nuts,it can be beneficial for other organisms.In particular,it can help the forest itself!A study done at the University of Richmond reports that squirrels fail to recover up to 74% of the nuts
20、they bury.This misplacing of so many acorns（the seeds of oak trees），the study says,is likely responsible for oak forest regeneration.When squirrels misplace these buried acorns,they allow for these seeds to eventually grow into full oak trees!The squirrels habit of widespread caching is also importa
21、nt to the growth of the forest,as it allows the genetic（基因的）information to spread far. What seemed like a harmless scavenger hunt is actually part of an endless complex ecosystem in our forests!8. In what aspect do squirrels puzzle people most？ _ A. The way they search for food.B. The places they hi
22、de in winter.C. The location of their hidden food.D. The way they recover hidden nuts9. What can we learn about the gray squirrels？ _ A. They often fight with each other for food.B. They tend to feel more secure in bushy places.C. They are cautious about storing food for winter.D. They survive large
23、ly thanks to their team spirit.10. Whats the message conveyed in the third paragraph？ _ A. Squirrels can starve due to lack of food.B. It can be beneficial that squirrels lose their nuts.C. Its easy to get squirrels genetic information.D. Squirrels always misplace their nuts deliberately.11. Which c
24、an be the best title for the text？ _ A. Why do squirrels steal nuts？B. How do squirrels survive the winter？C. The secrets behind squirrels burying nutsD. The ecosystem in the forest.DWhich kind of diamond is better for the environment and the world we live in：a diamond from a traditional mine or one
25、 made in a laboratory？It seems that everyone would think that man-made diamonds would be better.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 sector
26、s of the diamond industry.Lab-grown diamond companies say they are more moral and cause less 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 p
27、rovide jobs,help build roads and other infrastructure and make investments in conservation.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,advertisin
28、g.In April,the commission sent warning letters to eight lab-grown diamond companies.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 c
29、ompany that estimates the costs of using natural resources.Asked by the Diamond 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 environm
30、ent by using more wind power and sunlight. The Reuters news agency reported that the International Grown Diamond Association did not immediately respond to requests for comments about the story.12. Whats the opinion of traditional diamond companies about their business？ _ A. They refuse lab-grown di
31、amonds.B. They bring benefits to local people.C. They cause less harm to the Earths environment.D. They are more moral than lab-grown diamond companies.13. Why were lab-grown diamond companies warned by FTC？ _ A. They sold false diamonds.B. They teased customers.C. They took unfair competition.D. Th
32、ey made false advertisements.14. What did Trucost advise diamond miners to do？ _ A. Use renewable energy.B. Give up mining diamonds.C. Change mining equipment.D. Develop lab-grown diamonds.15. What can be a suitable title for the text？ _ A. Is Natural Diamond Mining Coming to an End？B. Do Diamond Mi
33、ners Really Protect the Environment？C. Which Kind of Diamond Is Better for the Environment？D. Why Are Lab-grown Diamonds Environmentally Friendly？二、阅读七选五（本大题共5小题，共10.0分）Tips for Keeping Awake in Class If you want to keep awake during class,sleep the night before your class.Students who doze（打瞌睡）in c
34、lass often missed sleep the night before.Getting enough sleep is your first line of defense when it comes to staying awake in class. (1) For most people,eight hours of sleep is enough to get through the day,but your body may require more. (2) This will train your body to know when it needs to be asl
35、eep and when it is time to wake up.Allow yourself 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. (3) The warm water from your shower rais
36、es your body temperature.This also increases 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. (4) When your body is exposed to cold water,your blood will flow at a higher pres
37、sure,meaning that your circulation（循环）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. (5) And thus you will be more mentally sharp. A.Having a warm meal also works. B.This will increase your oxygen intake. C.Perf
38、orm a series of movements before sleep. 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.
39、16. A. AB. BC. CD. DE. EF. FG. G17. A. AB. BC. CD. DE. EF. FG. G18. A. AB. BC. CD. DE. EF. FG. G19. A. AB. BC. CD. DE. EF. FG. G20. A. AB. BC. CD. DE. EF. FG. G三、完形填空（本大题共20小题，共30.0分）Sometimes,animals act just as humans do.Officer Burgess found a mother duck pecking（啄）on his car.He figured she just
40、wanted(21).But the pecking continued. Officer Burgess grew(22)when the duck ignored the food he threw out of the window.Instead,the duck(23)away just a bit,then stopped,looked back,and returned to the(24)for some more pecking and screaming. After the ducks doing so for a second time,Officer Burgess(
41、25)got out of his car to follow the duck.But he wasnt prepared for what he was about to(26)! She led me about 100 yards away to this grassy(27)near a lake where I saw one of her(28)all tangled up（缠住）in some string.His little feet were(29)， the officer explained. She led me straight to him. Officer B
42、urgess thought the mother duck might(30)him if he tried to touch her baby,so he(31)the animal rescue center for help.The rescue group didnt have any staff readily(32)to assist,but a policewoman,Officer Cecilia Charron,decided shed lend a(33). When Officer Charron arrived,she went straight to works o
43、n carefully(34)the little one. The mother duck just(35)，like she knew.It was amazing, Officer Burgess recalled. Once freed,the baby ran to its mama,and they safely(36)away. It was an unbelievable(37)for the shocked officers,and Officer Charron(38)teared up a bit. Officer Burgess said, I honestly don
44、t know why I decided to(39)her,but I did.It makes me wonder-do they know to(40)humans when they need help？21. A. waterB. peaceC. foodD. protection22. A. curiousB. stubbornC. happyD. grateful23. A. hidB. walkedC. brokeD. floated24. A. lakeB. roadC. sidewalkD. car25. A. finallyB. sincerelyC. actuallyD
45、. exactly26. A. believeB. findC. hearD. regret27. A. hallwayB. houseC. gardenD. area28. A. neighborsB. nestsC. babiesD. wings29. A. kickingB. sinkingC. climbingD. wandering30. A. helpB. attackC. admitD. trap31. A. encouragedB. warnedC. refusedD. called32. A. availableB. willingC. powerfulD. certain3
46、3. A. volunteerB. vehicleC. handD. tool34. A. fixingB. comfortingC. freeingD. curing35. A. glaredB. watchedC. cheeredD. screamed36. A. escapedB. flewC. swamD. carried37. A. experimentB. goalC. chanceD. moment38. A. evenB. yetC. stillD. ever39. A. stopB. driveC. ignoreD. follow40. A. suffer fromB. tu
47、rn toC. come acrossD. concentrate on四、语法填空（本大题共1小题，共15.0分）41. The Palace Museum has announced that all entrance tickets are now being sold online,a move（1）_（save） visitors from queuing to buy tickets at the gate.October 2nd was the first day the museum,also known as the Forbidden City,sold all（2）_（i
48、t） 80，000 daily tickets online.For visitors（3）_ have not bought tickets in advance,museum staff will assist them to purchase tickets on their mobile devices（4）_scanning a QR code （二维码）.（ 5）_（base） on current sales data,between 15，000 to 20，000 tickets per day are available to be purchased on site us
49、ing the QR code.That amount is approximately what was（6）_（previous）sold through 30 ticket booths in two hours.If visitors are unable to purchase their tickets online,for example the elderly,foreign tourists（7）_those without e-payment,staff at the museum can book tickets online on their behalf.A tria
50、l of the online ticketing service began on September 25th,2011.Last year,around 77 percent of the tickets（8）_（book） online.The museum began to limit daily visitors to 80，000 in June 2015，preventing excessive numbers of tourists during holiday periods.Since 2012，the museum（9）_（receive） at least 15 mi
51、llion visitors each year,with（10）_number of visitors hitting 16 million last year.五、短文改错（本大题共1小题，共10.0分）42. 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
52、。When I was a freshman 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
53、like other students 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.六、书面表达（本大题共1小题，共25.0分）43. 生活教会我们成长。某英文网站青春论坛专栏正在征集成长故事。请
54、你发帖分享你的亲身经历，并谈谈感想。 注意： （1）词数 100 左右； （2）可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。 （3）不得透露个人及学校真实信息。2021-2022学年上学期宣化一中高二月考考试英语试卷（9月份）答案1.【答案】【小题1】B【小题2】C【小题3】D4.【答案】【小题1】C【小题2】A【小题3】D【小题4】B8.【答案】【小题1】D【小题2】C【小题3】B【小题4】C12.【答案】【小题1】B【小题2】D【小题3】A【小题4】C16.【答案】【小题1】F【小题2】G【小题3】D【小题4】E【小题5】B21.【答案】【小题1】C【小题2】A【小题3】B【小题4】D【小题5】A【小
55、题6】B【小题7】D【小题8】C【小题9】A【小题10】B【小题11】D【小题12】A【小题13】C【小题14】C【小题15】B【小题16】C【小题17】D【小题18】A【小题19】D【小题20】B41.【答案】（1）to save. （2）its（3）who / that. （4）by. （5）Based. （6）previously. （7）or / and. （8）were booked. （9）has received. （10）the.42.【答案】（1）spend改为spent. （2）main改为mainly. （3）去掉the（4）when改为what. （5）play改为pl
56、aying. （6）without改为with. （7）equipped前加was. （8）we改为us/me. （9）But改为Though/Although/While。（10）experiences改为experience.43.【答案】Last year, I first logged in to my account on WeChat. Its convenience and instant updates in the Moments soon intrigued me. As a result, I gradually became addicted to WeChat. I
57、spent so much time chatting with my friends or checking the comments that I stayed up late and left homework unfinished nearly every day.【高分句型一】（亲身经历） It was not until one day when I fell asleep in class again that I realized I had gone too further. 【高分句型二】I must learn to control myself. Then I locked the phone in the drawer during the weekdays and always made study a priority. It was tough but I made it. Practicing self-control helped me grow into a better self.（感想）
