1、包头四中2020-2021学年度第二学期月考高二年级英语试题满分150分时间：120分钟第一部分 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A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳答案。ASince February 2017 it has been against the law to smoke in areas of Queensland national parks.Where does the ban apply?Smoking is banned within 10 metres of in-use campsites and
2、any public places such as picnic tables, toilet blocks, visitor information centres, and shelters. Signs have been put up in picnic areas to remind visitors about the rules._Banning smoking ensures that visitors can enjoy fresh air in parks without being exposed to second-hand smoke. Smoking remains
3、 a significant cause of preventable death and disease in Australia. Smoke-free public places protect non-smokers from the bad health effects of passive smoke in public areas. Every year in Queensland 3,700 smokers die from smoking-related diseases.How is the ban enforced(执行)?There is strong communit
4、y support for banning smoking in public places. This means most people follow the smoking ban and typically encourage others to do so. The ban is enforced by Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service rangers (护林员) as well as Queensland Health environmental health officers. These officers can provide adv
5、ice about the smoking ban, issue warnings and on-the-spot fines and respond to possible breaches (违反). To report a possible breach call 137468.What penalties(处罚)might apply?Smokers who do not follow a warning to stop smoking in a smoke-free area can be issued with an on-the-spot fine. The highest pe
6、nalty for someone breaching the ban is twenty penalty units, with an on-the-spot penalty of two penalty units. The current penalty unit amount is $121.90. This amount increases annually. For more information on current penalty amounts call 137468.Would you like to quit smoking?To improve your chance
7、 of quitting smoking for good, it is a good idea to plan ahead. You may find these tips helpful：Get supportQuitlines trained psychologists are available seven days a week to help you through the process of quitting call Quitline 137848 for free information, practical assistance and support.Consider
8、using pharmacotherapy(药物疗法)Different products are available to help you quit smoking. Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) includes gum and mouth wash.1. Which of the following can be put in the blank in the text?A. Why does the ban exist?B. How can we keep healthy?C. What are visitors supposed to do?
9、D. What are the causes of smoke-related diseases?2. What do environmental health officers do?A. Design certain laws.B. Seek community support.C. Give cigarette-smokers warnings.D. Report possible breaches to rangers.3. What type of writing is this text?A. A commercial ad.B. A research report.C. A fo
10、rmal announcement.D. An introduction to national parks.BSeated on the floor of our garage, our special place of learning, my father laid out a circle of lima beans (利马豆) in front of him.“What are you doing, Daddy?”I asked.“Im building my community, honeygirl! This one is a 45-year-old woman who is a
11、 hard worker but a nag (好唠叨的人)! And this ones a boy of about 12 who can be a real hard worker, too, but is very naughty most of the time!”One by one, my father described his community members to me while laying them out. A hunter who understood deer better than corn, two young men just learning how
12、to hunt, a beautiful young woman who was fonder of sitting and letting others admire her than of bending to any task .“Now,” my father said when he was done, “thats my community! Wheres yours?” “Mine? What do you mean mine?” I asked, wondering if I should ask for more lima beans from my mother. “Wel
13、l, you can take any member of my community to build your own community,” he said. “Well, I dont want the 45-year-old woman who nags, but Ill take the naughty boy. Guess if I can handle my brother I can deal with him!” I replied.One by one I chose members of my fathers community for my own. I chose e
14、very one I thought would get along well, the ones I thought would be nice to live with, and left the others behind.“Now, its harvest time,”my father declared, laying out the tasks that needed doing.“You need two people to walk down the rows of corn and twist off the heads . two to chop down (砍倒) the
15、 corn stalks (杆) . four to start processing the corn .”And very soon I ran out of people! “Well,” I said. “Maybe I could add that hard-working woman, even if she does nag! Maybe I could put her and that 12-year-old boy together and that way theyd keep each other busy and get a lot of work done!”“And
16、 maybe I could add . ”One by one the members of my fathers community found their way into my own, each chosen for some skill lacking in the others, all needed for building a good community!4. Which of the following words can best describe the father?A. Hard-working.B. Warm-hearted.C. Intelligent.D.
17、Determined.5. What happened after the father laid out his circle of lima beans?A. The father began to widen his circle of lima beans.B. The author began to lay out her circle of lima beans.C. The father began to talk with his community members.D. The author began to introduce her community members.6
18、. Who did the author choose at first?A. Those who could offer much knowledge.B. Those who could spend time helping others.C. Those who could work hard in the new community.D. Those who could have a good relationship with her.7. What message did the father want to give the author?A. Many hands make l
19、ight work.B. Dont judge a book by its cover.C. Actions speak louder than words.D. Labor is often the father of pleasure.CThe Florida manatee (海牛) is mostly grayish or brown, often with algae (海藻) growing on its thick, wrinkled skin. It is perfectly adapted for life in tropical (热带的) waters. The body
20、 of the Florida manatee is similar to that of a seal, and its face resembles the face of a walrus (海象) without the tusks (牙). Manatees have unbelievable lung capacity and can stay under water for as long as 15 minutes. Their powerful and flat tails help drive their huge bodies through the water. Flo
21、rida manatees are typically ten feet in length and weigh over 1,000 pounds.The Florida manatee is actually a sub-species of the more widespread West Indian Manatee. The Florida manatee summers through much of the East and Gulf coasts. In winter, they may gather in warm waters off the coasts of Flori
22、da and Georgia. Manatees rarely survive in water that dips below 68 F.Manatees are slow-moving animals. They are even slower to reproduce. Females become mature after 5 to 9 years and have babies every two to five years. Young manatees nurse underwater and stay with their mothers for about two years
23、.Manatee populations have decreased in America over the last few decades. While natural causes such as disease, red tide, and stress brought on by cold water have certainly had an effect on population, much of the manatees decline is likely due to human activity. The destruction of the manatees wetl
24、and habitats for housing developments has been the primary cause of the animals decline. Pollution of coastal waters and many objects into watersexacerbatedthe problem. Today, however, strict laws have been passed to stop pollution. Many organizations have conducted programs aimed at saving manatees
25、 and educating the public. The manatee is the state mammal of Florida, and Sea World has become a driving force in the preservation of “the gentle giant”.8. What can we know about the Florida manatee?A. It feeds on algae.B. It lives in warm waters.C. It has a very delicate skin.D. It has the same tu
26、sk as the walrus.9. Which of the following is TRUE about female manatees?A. They have babies every year.B. They feed their babies underwater.C. They need at least nine years to grow up.D. They are responsible for looking for food.10. What does the underlined word “exacerbated” in the last paragraph
27、mean?A. Worsened.B. Produced.C. Simplified.D. Postponed.11. The purpose of the text is to _.A. entertainB. advertiseC. instructD. informDAs new technology is introduced, there are many who worry about its influence on our current and future lifestyles particularly when it comes to jobs. It is a curr
28、ent belief that with the rise of automation and artificial intelligence (AI), many peoples jobs, and therefore their livelihoods, are likely to be lost.Automation in the workplace is nothing new. Machines have been performing dull tasks on our behalf for years, allowing us to escape many repetitive
29、jobs. In fact, the International Federation of Robotics states that in manufacturing (制造业) on average there are now 74 robots per 10,000 employees. That has risen from 66 in 2015.A recent report from the McKinsey Global Institute states that nearly two thirds of all jobs could have at least 30% of t
30、heir activities automated by 2030. However, McKinsey also believes that this new technology will also create new occupations that do not exist today, much as technologies in the past have done. As the horse gave way to the car, hostlers (马夫) became mechanics and mechanised manufacturing drove up wag
31、es and created more long-term roles than it destroyed.Its an evolution of work, says Ian Barkin, a robotic process automation specialist. As low-skilled jobs are taken on by AI, people will need to learn new skills. This calls on us to focus on improving ourselves. Technology can lead to job reducti
32、ons but it doesnt have to, says Barkin.Whether or not robots and AI will leave us all jobless remains to be seen. Current views on the subject are mixed. Increased automation could indeed lead to a loss of some jobs, but at the same time is likely to create many more as new skills are required. Will
33、 they balance out? Ill get my AI assistant to get back to you on that one.12. How do many people feel about the influence of AI?A. Quite confused.B. Quite surprised.C. A sense of fear.D. A sense of pride.13. What might be McKinseys attitude to the rise of automation?A. Doubtful.B. Negative.C. Optimi
34、stic.D. Ambiguous.14. What is most important in dealing with AI according to Ian Barkin?A. The ability to keep learning.B. The ability to think positively.C. The ability to take risks in an uncertain future.D. The ability to adapt oneself to the new environment.15. Which can best express the authors
35、 view on automation?A. Every coin has two sides.B. Where there is life, there is hope.C. Its better to do well than to say well.D. A bad workman quarrels with his tools.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。How to deal with loneliness at universityUniversity can be a lonely
36、place, with the move away from home, deadlines and the pressure to go out every night. This can affect your mental health. Luckily, there are ways students can help themselves.Join clubs and societiesThe pressure to go out can be tough, especially for new students. “I got a bit left out and had nigh
37、ts in on my own, with no one to talk to,” says Amy Jones, a recent graduate.16.Clubs and societies at university can provide an alternative. Experts also recommend volunteering.17.Build relationshipsStudying might involve leaving your support network of friends and family behind. Putting work into r
38、elationships is key to improving your social circle. “18. We need to get better at developing relationships, making sure that we have the right people around us,” says loneliness expert Kate Jopling.Eat and sleep wellThere is growing evidence that loneliness is bad for our health, and feeling lonely
39、 also leads to unhealthy behavior and an unhealthy diet.19. “When I am lonely I become more anxious and depressed,” says Jones. Getting enough sleep is also important. If youre lacking in sleep, you are likely to be worried and depressed.20Setting time aside is a good way to minimize stress and make
40、 space for important social experiences. Even the best-made plans can be disrupted (扰乱) by unexpected events. This is OK. Planning your timetable with some spare space will help you feel calm when you need to make changes.A. Take breaks from workB. You can also talk to your teachersC. Find out what
41、support is availableD. Jones found it difficult to connect with other freshersE. Helping out with a charity or good cause can help you feel good and meet new peopleF. We can be quite careless in our social relationships and not recognize how vital they areG. While loneliness isnt itself a mental hea
42、lth problem, the two are often strongly connected第三部分 语言知识运用（共两节，满分45分）第一节（共20小题：每小题1.5分，满分30分）阅读下列短文，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。I had run out of printer ink, so I drove to the only store to buy some. It was the worst possible 21 to shop. The store was 22 with people and the wait at the ch
43、eckout counter was long. I could see the 23 and frustration on the faces of the people around me. It was no 24 in the parking lot and I found myself in the middle of a long line of cars 25 to pull out.As my car was inching forward I saw a young, thin woman in a 26 coat, holding up a cardboard sign t
44、hat 27 : “ Homeless. Please Help!” I 28 as car after car drove past her the drivers 29 . Coming closer I grabbed my wallet and 30 the little cash I had left. I stopped next to her,31 down my window, and put it in her dirty hand, half covered with her ragged sleeve. She looked at me with a small 32 a
45、nd whispered “Thank You” before the honking (鸣笛) car 33 me forced me to 34 on.I drove away hoping that I had helped her 35 a little. Did my small act of kindness make a 36 to her? I dont know. Did it change the 37 of the driver behind me? Probably not. In life we all want to make 38 changes and do g
46、reat things,39 sometimes a small kindness is enough.The best way to help the helpless is to get up and do something. Love and kindness are never 40 . They always make a difference. So fill your days with small kindnesses and love.21. A. timeB. wayC. areaD. chance22. A. arrangedB. packedC. sharedD. l
47、inked23. A. expressionsB. feelingsC. stressD. fear24. A. moreB. lessC. worseD. better25. A. decidingB. comingC. stoppingD. waiting26. A. warmB. formalC. tornD. tight27. A. indicatedB. readC. showedD. wrote28. A. watchedB. lookedC. judgedD. thought29. A. stayed behindB. looked awayC. ran offD. got ar
48、ound30. A. put awayB. added upC. pulled outD. set aside31. A. threwB. jumpedC. knockedD. rolled32. A. nodB. welcomeC. smileD. act33. A. beforeB. behindC. pastD. beside34. A. driveB. keepC. comeD. hold35. A. everB. evenC. alsoD. still36. A. choiceB. differenceC. startD. plan37. A. habitB. courseC. op
49、inionD. situation38. A. necessaryB. completeC. perfectD. great39. A. butB. ifC. soD. of40. A. rewardedB. paidC. foundD. wasted第二节（共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，在空白处填入1个适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。Goldfish may look small and cute in your home, 41. _ in the wild, its a different story. Releasing them into your loca
50、l stream or lake is 42. _ bad idea. Right now, Washington State is fighting off an invasion (入侵) of goldfish!Thousands of goldfish are living in the West Medical Lake in large 43. _ (number) and are crowding out the native fish population. How did this happen? The Department of Fish and Wildlife thi
51、nks a few irresponsible pet owners are 44. _ (blame).This mess is going to cost the state about $150,000 to try to remove these harmful fish.But this isnt the only place 45. _ this is happening. Goldfish are invading lakes and streams worldwide, and its all our fault.If you think youre doing the gol
52、dfish a favor by 46. _ (release) it, youre wrong!Instead, youre setting the stage for an ecological disaster,which could threaten hundreds of other species.47. _turns out that goldfish are one of the worlds 48. _ (bad) invasive species. They introduce diseases that destroy the 49. _ (delicate) balan
53、ced ecosystems wherever they go. So 50. _ (think) twice before throwing that goldfish away.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）以下文章节选自选修六课文。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：在错的词下划一横线，并在该词下面写出修改后的词。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
54、11处起）不计分。I have been just returned from a long bike ride to an old castle. It seems amazed that at my age I am still fit enough to cycle 20 kilometres in an afternoon. Its your birthday in two weeks time and Ill be82years old! I think my long and actively life must be due to the healthy lifeI live.T
55、his brings me to the real reason for my letter, my dear grandson. Your mother tells me that you started smoking some time before and how you are finding it difficult to giving it up. You see, during adolescence I also smoked and became addict to cigarettes.When I was young, I didnt know many about t
56、he harmful effectsof smoking. I didnt know, for example, that it could do terrible damage to your heart and lungsor it was more difficult for smoking couples to become pregnant.Either did I know that my cigarette smoke could affect the health of non-smokers. 第二节 书面表达（满分25分）你校近期组织了一次农场体验活动。假定你是校英语报记者
57、，请用英语写一篇短文报道此次活动，内容包括：1.时间与地点；2.活动过程：采摘水果、田间劳动等；3.你的评论。注意：1.词数100左右；2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；3.标题已给出，但不计入总词数。An Unforgettable Trip 包头四中2020-2021学年度第二学期月考高二年级英语试题答案阅读（共20小题；每小题2分，满分40分）1-3 ACC4-7 CBDA8-11BBAD 12-15 CCAA16-20 DEFGA完型（共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分）21-25 ABCDD 26 -30 CBABC 31-35 DCBAB 36 -40 BCDAD 语法填空（
58、共10小题；每小题1.5分，满分15分）41. but 42. a43. numbers44. to blame45. where46. releasing47.It 48. worst49. delicately 50. think短文改错（共10小题；每小题1分，满分10分）givemuch myagoNeitherthataddictedactiveamazingI have been just returned from a long bike ride to an old castle. It seems amazed that at my age I am still fit en
59、ough to cycle 20 kilometres in an afternoon. Its yourbirthday in two weeks time and Ill be82years old! I think my long and actively life must be due to the healthy lifeI live.This brings me to the real reason for my letter, my dear grandson. Your mother tells me that you started smoking some timebef
60、ore and how you are finding it difficult to givingit up. You see, during adolescence I also smoked and became addict to cigarettes.When I was young, I didnt know manyabout the harmful effectof smoking. I didnt know, for example, that it could do terrible damage to your heart and lungsorit was more d
61、ifficult for smoking couples to become pregnant.Either did I know that my cigarette smoke could affect the health of non-smokers.写作（共1小题；满分25分）An Unforgettable TripOur school organized a one-day trip to a small farm last Sunday and we enjoyed ourselves and learned a lot.At around 9 am, we arrived at
62、 the farm on the school bus. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed by the kind farm owner and his wife. We were divided into several groups, and then picked fruits, watered vegetables and tasted delicious fruit and vegetables. Moreover, the couple told us about how they started the farm while working, which impressed us a lot.This outdoor activity was really beneficial for us. Not only did it get us closer to nature, but also taught us the value of hard work.