1、 2020-2021年成都外国语学校高二上入学试卷第二部分 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。ALima, the capital of Peru, has countless museums that tourists cant afford to miss. Now start packing up and prepare for your perfect Peruvian history exploration at these wonderful mus
2、eums.Larco MuseumStepping inside, visitors get to learn the 5,000-year history of Peru through an unbelievable collection of objects. The best thing about the museum is that it keeps the door to the storeroom open to visitors so that they can admire its collection closely.Gold Museum of PeruIf you l
3、ike shiny objects or precious metals, then plan a trip to Gold Museum of Peru. In ancient times, the Peruvian people were celebrated for their skills in metals. And the museum is aimed at preserving this heritage.Lima Art MuseumArt experts are much pleased as the city is also home to Lima Art Museum
4、. Its permanent exhibit of over 1,200 pieces is merely a small part of its amazing collection more than 17,000 artifacts. The highlight of the museum is its collection of Carlos Baca-Flors masterpieces, which is considered to be the most complete set in the world.Museum of Italian ArtThe only museum
5、 dedicated to European art in Peru, Museum of Italian Art is a storehouse of classical and and contemporary paintings and sculptures belonging to the 20th century. The property is easily accessible by a short walk from Lima Art Museum.Museum of Natural HistoryLast but certainly not least is Museum o
6、f Natural History. Giving a glimpse into the rich biodiversity in Peru, the museum has on display the skeletons of a sperm whale and fossils of several mammals.21. In which museum can visitors enter the storeroom ?A. Larco Museum. B. Gold Museum of Peru.C. Lima Art Museum. D. Museum of Natural Histo
7、ry.22. What makes Gold Museum of Peru different from other museums?A. Its large collection of objects. B. Its exhibit of a diversity of animals.C Its classical paintings and sculptures. D. Its display of Peruvian skills in metals.23. Which museum is the closest to Lima Art Museum?A. Larco Museum. B.
8、 Gold Museum of Peru.C. Museum of Italian Art. D. Museum of Natural History.BMy name is Sara. When I was little, I played the drums. I also had a guitar. In fourth grade, I started playing the trombone(长号). I practised about four hours a week. All of this might not seem like a big deal for a lot of
9、kids, but theres something about me that makes me a bit different from others. I was born without hands . Since I was about one year old, Ive worn prosthetics(假肢).This year, I got an invitation to join the high school marching band(行进管乐队) I told my mom I wanted to do it . But I had an instructor who
10、 thought I would not be able to march in the band- -not because it was a high school band and I was only in seventh grade, but probably because my body was different. All I wanted was to show that I could do it, so I joined the band. And it paid off !Music gives me energy. That happens sometimes. On
11、e time I was so down, I didnt even want to get out of bed. Then I hit my MP3 player by accident. A song came on, and 1 got up and started dancing. It helped me say to myself,“OK, I can get through today.”Around my musician friends, we all share the same problems, like working out how many beats ther
12、e are in a measure(小节). I have a hard time counting the beats, but so do a lot of the other kids. Its a normal problem that we musicians share. When Im with the band, I dont feel as different as I do in other situations. Its just another way that music makes me want to go on, and not to just sit dow
13、n by myself and not care about life.24. In what way is Sara different from other kids? A. She knows how to play many instruments.B. Theres something wrong with her body.C. She learned to play the drums at a very early age.D. She kept playing the trombone for the longest hours.25. When invited to joi
14、n the marching band, Sara_.A. believed that she would make it B. had no idea what to doC. followed the instructors advice D. said no at first26. How does Sara probably feel when shes with the band?A. Bored B. Afraid C. Successful D. Relaxed27. What would be the best title for the text?A. My Love for
15、 Music B. A Young DrummerC. A High School Band D. My Magic HandsCI dont post recognizable pictures of my children on social media. I dont use their names. I dont put anything out there that will be really embarrassing for them in later life.The reason for not posting pictures is that I feel a person
16、s pictures should be his or her own. Its not good for me to push my kids out into the wilds of the Web before theyre ready, and understand what it all means.When the time comes, theyre more than welcome to use social media. But for now, Im happy to give them a degree of separation until they can mak
17、e a choice for themselves.This has meant extra efforts on our part when it comes to making sure that kids dont get accidentally caught up in the Internet, because the schools where they learn, like so many others up and down the country, post their pictures to social media.However, my husband though
18、t I was overanxious and asked me a question about its advantages. And having thought about it for a while, Im not 100 percent sure if there are any.But I could list the disadvantages: the time it takes to manage an account, often by a teacher, meaning extra work; the unavoidable difficulties in safe
19、guardingIts great to see the kids doing their things in schools, but my worry is about the use of social media that doesnt give anything back to the kids, and in many ways, just turns them into another way to gain clicks. I want more than that for them.莉子陆28. Why is the author unwilling to post her
20、kids picture online?A. To push her kids into the wilds of the Web.B. To avoid being recognized.C. To make herself embarrassed. D. To protect her kids privacy.29. Whats most schools attitude towards social media?A. Supportive. B. Unfavorable. C. Doubtful. D. Worried.30. Why did the authors husband as
21、k her a question?A. To prove the author is knowledgeable. B. To show social media has disadvantages.C. To advise the author to list what she thinks.D. To help the author solve her problem.31. What will happen if schools post kids pictures online according to the author?A. Teachers will take on extra
22、 work. B. Parents will have lots of things to do.C. Kids safety will be protected effectively.D. Kids will become famous due to clicks.DBritish people work some of the longest hours in Europe, but are among the least productive. Now some companies are shortening the working week to increase efficien
23、cy, health and happiness.Rich Leigh has introduced a four-day week at his PR company. In fact, his entire Company has Friday off, because his firm has adopted a four-day week. It is one of several UK businesses that now operate like this: staff still get paid their previous five-day salary; but they
24、 work a day less. The company found that they achieved justas much-and there were even signs of growth.“The key to the schemes success, Leigh says,“is how happy our employees now are.The average British worker takes only a 34 minute lunch break and works 10 hours overtime each week (more often than
25、not this is unpaid). Yet UK productivity falls seriously behind their European neighbors, who tend to work fewer hours.British working practices have caused loss and damage to the nations health and happiness. More than half a million workers in the UK were signed off with work-related stress or anx
26、iety last year. Moreover, the work landscape itself is changing. Automation and AI will have a significant impact on the labor market, where unsteady work becomes more common.Britain is the only EU member that allows workers to ignore the EU working time limit and work longer hours. For campaigners,
27、 now is the time for a change. OGrady, an advocate argues that where businesses have increased their profits (利润) as a result of automation, success should be shared with workers in the form of reduced hours, Is time to share the benefits from new technology, not allowing those at the top to grab th
28、em for themselves. she says.32. We can learn from the passage that_.A. British people are the least productive in the world.B Most companies in Britain have conducted a four-day weekC. PR company has witnessed a rise in employees happinessD. British people work longer and get more payment than other
29、 counties.33. Which is the proper description of British working practices?A.The working time of British workers is within the EU limit:B. In productivity, Britain is beaten by the United States.C. Profits gained from new technology are on the decrease.D. Automation and AI are likely to cause an uns
30、teady work market.34. Which can be inferred from O Grady s words in the last paragraph?A. Its time for employers to share the increased profits created by automaton.B. Workers should benefit from automation in the form of less working hours.C. New technology should belong to both businesses and work
31、ers.D. Businesses cant make more profits without new technology.35. What is the author s purpose of writing the passage?A. To introduce some British firms switch to a four-day working week.B. To explain the reasons why British workers suffer stress and anxiety.C. To appeal for more reasonable workin
32、g conditions.D. To show the present productivity problem in Britain.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Secure in your home with these expert-advised Home safety keeps that turn burglars into losers.Store valuables carefullyThieves already know youre storing valuables,so upg
33、rade your secret hiding places to ones that are harder to detect._36_.Thieves often search drawers in the master bedroom but tend to leave kids rooms untouched.Just make sure its a place your child cant easily access,1ike on a high closet shelf.Install your security system in the right spot_37_.,but
34、 they also make it easy for burglars to see inside your home.Install your security keypad in a spot that is not visible from the doorstep so no one can see if your alarm is set._38_.Knowing your house is completely unattended can make your vacation unnecessarily stressful.Whether youre going away fo
35、r two weeks or just a long weekend,ask a neighbor to check daily for flyers stuck in your front door.Foxy criminals have been known to leave pizza ads in doors to see how long it takes for residents to remove them.Stopping newspapers and mail delivery for the duration of your trip is a sure way to p
36、revent mail from piling up at your doorstep.Pay attention to bathroom windowsBurglars are often people youve seen before,like a serviceman working on your house.If a yard worker or unknown visitor uses the bathroom,he may open the window so he can gain entry later._39_.Join in a community-wide crime
37、 prevention programCops are getting creative when it comes to catching criminals,and there are lots of opportunities for you to do your part to keep your community safe.Operation Identification is a nationwide project that encourages people to mark their property to fight against burglary and theft.
38、 _40_.Also look into groups like Neighborhood Watch to see how you can get involved.A.Let your neighbors be your eyesB.Lower the volume of your telephone fingerC.Be sure to double-check that lock after this seemingly innocent person leavesD.A simple solution is keeping important documents and object
39、s in your childs roomE.Decorative glass or large windows may be important for your front entrancefeng shuiF.If you suspect that someone is trying to break into your home,press the“Panic”buttonG.In some cities,burglary rates for the system are much lower than those of non-Participants第三部分语言知识运用(共两节 ,
40、满分45分)第一节(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A、B、C和D四个选项中, 选出可以填入空白处的最佳选项。Lilly was a French Canadian girl who grew up in the farming community. When she was 16, her father _41_ her to drop out of school to contribute to the family income, With English as her second language( and) _42_ education, t
41、he_ 43_didnt look bright for Lilly.Lilys father was a stubborn man who_ 44_ took “no” for an answer. He_ 45_ Lily to find a job. With small hope of gaining _46_,each day she would just ride to the city, walk_ 47_ about and return home at dusk. On one of her _48_,Lilly saw a sign at a big company_ 49
42、_ ,she knocked the very first door. In her _50_ English, Lilly told the office manager she was interested in the secretarial position. The manager _51_ to give the girl a chance. He directed her to type a letter, and then _ 52_. Lily looked at the clock and saw it was 11: 40 am. She thought everyone
43、 would be leaving for_ 53_ at noon when she could_ 54_ away in the crowd. But she knew she should_ 55_the letter.On her first try, Lily_ 56_ one line of five words and made four mistakes. On her second attempt, she completed a full paragraph, but still made many mistakes. She looked at the clock: 11
44、: 55-five minutes to _57_ . Just then, the manager walked in. He came directly to Lilly, read the letter and said, Lilly, youre doing _58_ work!”With those simple words of encouragement, her desire to escape disappeared and her_ 59_ began to grow. Lilly thought,“ Well, if he thinks its good, then it
45、 must be good. I think Ill stay!”Lilly did stay- all because someone had given a_60_ and uncertain girl the gift of self-confidence when she knocked on the door.41. A. reminded B. forced C. encouraged D. helped42. A. poor B. formal C. good D. modern43. A. advice B. promise C. future D. change44. A.
46、always B. usually C. sometimes D. rarely45. A. warned B. told C. allowed D. begged46. A. employment B. experience C. judgment D. independence47. A. carefully B. happily C. aimlessly D. rapidly48. A. steps B. trips C. purposes D. choices49. A. Bravely B. Proudly C. Calmly D. Cautiously50. A. broken B
47、. perfect C. written D. fluent51. A. refused B. decided C. pretended D. failed52. A. stopped B. continued C. left D. sighed53. A. lunch B. life C. fun D. luck54. A. break B. slip C. pass D. drive55. A. read B. write C. attempt D. deliver56. A. went over B. picked up C. gave away D. got through57. A.
48、 freedom B. success C. discussion D. reward58. A. terrible B. excellent C. honest D. easy59. A. belief B. patience C. confidence D. strength60. A. shy B. lonely C. selfless D. modest第二节(共15小题;每小题1分,满分15盆)、单句填空,在空电处填入1个适当的单1. The young man became_ (addict) to an entertainment show called The Rap of C
49、hina.2. The doctors had no choice but _(cut) off the Shattered left arm of the soldier.3. Man pretended to _(complete) all his work while he had finished only half of the workload.4. Animals learn at an early age to adapt _new environment fast in order to survive.5. In order to avoid_ (recognize) by
50、 fans and reporters, the movie star wore big sunglasses with his hat low.6. The thick green plants on the walls have added coolness_the big house.7. With a good suggestion_(bring) up finally, our problem was solved.8. It is_great importance that people clean up the pollution of the sea swiftly.9. He
51、 interrupted his assistant_(patient) because she was not making any sense.10. We all believe that he is equal _the position for he has qualifications and experience.11. I hate to have an _(argue)over the project, but our team cant reach any agreement.12. He was most satisfied with the apartment_wind
52、ows were facing the lake.13. _(concern) about the safety of my property, I rushed home in spite of the heavy rain.14. They planned to stay in a hotel but they ended up_(camp) in the woods because the kids wanted that.15. He showed confidence when _(face) with difficulties.第四部分写作(共两节,满分35分)第一节单句改错(共1
53、0小题;每小题1分,满分10分)1. With the wise CEO in the charge of all the business, the company became successful.2. Some of the buildings, dated from as early as the 4th century, are still sanding today.3. It has been Suggested that the fathers of the new couple gave a speech at the wedding.4. He is smarter an
54、d quicker than any other boys in the class.5. I wrote two books on improving relationships, both of them sold well.6. We must do everything we can help homeless children7. He heard that the tickets. has already been sold out.8. With so many people communicate in English every day, it will be importa
55、nt to have a good knowledge of English.9. His speech was so advanced that he couldnt make himself understand by audiences.10. The heavy snow made impossible for them to get there on time.第二节书面表达(满分25分)假定你是李华,普假参加了一个英语夏令营,但是因为学生太多,管理松散等问题,你的英语没有得到预期的锻炼和提高。你回家后写信给组办方负责表达你对活动的不满。内容包括:1.投诉内容2.投诉原因3.希望得到
56、的结果。注意:1.词数100左右;2.可适当增加细节,以使行文连贯21-23 ADC 24-27 BADA 28-31 DADA 32-35 CDBA 36-40 DEACG41-50 BACDB ACBDA 51-60 BCABC DABCA单句填空 1.addicted 2.to cut 3. have completed 4. to 5. recognizing 6. to 7. brought 8. of 9. impatiently 10. to 11. argument 12. whose 13.concerned 14. camping 15. faced 单句改错1. in the charge of 去掉the 2. dated-dating 3. gave-give 4. boys-boy 5. them-which 6. can 和help 中间加to 7. has-had 8. communicate-communicating 9. understand-understood 10. made 和impossible 中间加it