1、江苏省2020-2021学年高二英语下学期期末考试模拟试卷02（无答案）总分：120分；考试时间100分钟一、阅读理解（共15小题；每小题2.5分，满分37.5分）请认真阅读下列短文，从短文后各题所给的A、B、C、D四个选项中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。ATo many people, honey bees symbolize development, sustainability (可持续性) and environmentalism. But as a honey bee researcher, I have to tell you that only the first it
2、em on that list is reasonable. Although they are important for agriculture, honey bees also damage natural ecosystems by competing with native bees some of which are species at risk.The rise in honey beekeeping, now a popular activity for hundreds of thousands of Americans, followed strong awareness
3、 campaigns to “save the bees.” But as a species, honey bees are least in need of saving. Media attention unfairly covers them over native bees, and vague messaging has led many citizens myself once included to believe they are doing a good thing for the environment by putting on a beekeepers veil. U
4、nfortunately, they are probably doing more harm than good.“Beekeeping is for people; its not a conservation practice,” says Sheila Colla, an assistant professor and conservation biologist at Torontos York University, Canada. “People mistakenly think keeping honey bees, or helping honey bees, is some
5、how helping the native bees, which are at risk of extinction.” She is frustrated the ones in more neon on saving honey bees when, from a conservationists point of view, native bees are the ones in more need of support.For some reason, maybe because they are small, honey bees are not generally viewed
6、 as the massively distributed livestock animal that they are. There are millions of honey bee colonies in North America, 2.8 million of which are in the U.S. Approximating around 30,000 bees per colony (the size of a pollination unit), thats roughly a billion honey bees in Canada and the U.S. alone
7、almost triple the number of people. High densities of honey bee colonies increase competition between native bees, putting even more pressure on the wild species that are already in decline.I used to believe that honey bees were a gateway species, and that concern over their health and development w
8、ould spill over onto native bees, benefitting them, too. While this may have happened in some cases, evidence is increasing that misguided enthusiasm for honey bees has likely been to the native bees damage. Beekeeping doesnt make me feel good, anymore. In fact, quite the opposite.1What makes bee ke
9、eping gain great popularity among Americans?ASeveral campaigns have been launched to advocate bee saving.BCitizens believe native bees are no longer in need of protection.CLittle importance are attached to protecting the environment.DCitizens hope to make a fortune from the bee keeping business.2Wha
10、t is the Collas possible attitude towards the beekeeping?AObjective.BUnfavorable.CSupportive.DNeutral.3What can we infer from the last paragraph?AThe authors attitude towards the beekeeping has changed.BPeoples enthusiasm for keeping honey bees is increasing.CIn some cases evidence has proved honey
11、bees are in danger.DKeeping native bees is of great benefit to peoples health.B Trevor Noahs unlikely path from apartheid South Africa to the desk of The Daily Show began with a criminal act: his birth. Trevor was born to a white Swiss father and a black Xhosa mother at a time when such a union was
12、punishable by five years in prison. Trevor was kept mostly indoors for his earliest years, bound by the extreme measures his mother took to hide him from a government that could, at any moment, steal him away. Finally liberated by the end of South Africas cruel white rule, Trevor and his mother set
13、forth on a grand adventure, living openly and freely and embracing the opportunities won by a centuries-long struggle.Born a Crime is the story of a naughty young boy who grows into a restless young man as he struggles to find himself in a world where he was never supposed to exist. It is also the s
14、tory of that young mans relationship with his fearless, rebellious, and extremely religious mother, a woman determined to save her son from the cycle of poverty and abuse.The stories here are by turns funny, dramatic, and deeply affecting. Whether living on caterpillars for dinner during hard times
15、or being thrown from a moving car during an attempted kidnapping, Trevor describes his world with a keen wit and incredible honesty. His stories form a moving and funny portrait of a boy making his way through a damaged world in a dangerous time, armed only with a keen sense of humor and a mothers u
16、nconventional, unconditional love.Throughout the book, Noah reveals many examples of his mothers stubborn determination to prevent apartheid from suffocating her free spirit. Humor became a survival mechanism for both her and her son. In an interview, Noah said, “Laughter is an escape. I feel like l
17、aughter reminds you of your best self, your freest self.”4What can we infer about “apartheid” in paragraph one?AIts a traditional custom in South Africa.BIts a religious belief in South Africa.CIts a criminal act performed by Trevor Noahs parents.DIts a policy of separating people on grounds of race
18、.5What do we know about Trevor Noah?ATrevor Noah is a criminal in South Africa.BTrevor Noah is the host of a famous TV show.CTrevor Noah was in prison for five years after birth.DYoung Trevor Noah was kept indoors because he was naughty.6According to the passage, which of the following words can bes
19、t describe both Noah and his mother?AFearless and humorous.BRebellious and guilty.CFunny and generous.DHonest and curious.7Whats the main purpose of this passage?ATo introduce an autobiography of a famous person.BTo appeal to readers to fight with racial discrimination.CTo praise a mothers love for
20、her child.DTo stress the importance of being humorous.CWhen memory began for me, my grandfather (“Gramp”) was past sixty. The little marks of laughter at the corners of his eyes were the product of a kindly and humorous nature. The years of work which had bent his shoulders had never reduced his hum
21、or or his love of a joke. Everywhere he went, Gramp made friends easily. At the end of half an hour you felt you had known him all your life. I soon learned that he hated to give orders, but that when he had to, he tried to make his orders sound like suggestions.One July morning, as he was leaving t
22、o go to the cornfield, he said: “Edwin, you can pick up the potatoes in the field today if you want to do that.” Then he drove away with his horses. The day passed, and I did not have any desire to pick up potatoes. Evening came and the potatoes were still in the field. Gramp, dusty and tired, led t
23、he horses to get their drink.“How many potatoes did you pick up?” Gramp inquired. “I didnt pick any.” “Not any! Why?” “You said I could pick them up if I wanted to. You didnt say I had to.” In the next few minutes, I learned a lesson I will not forget: when Gramp said I could if I wanted to, he mean
24、t that I should want to.My grandmother (“Gram”) worked hard all day, washing clothes, cleaning the house, making butter, and even working in the field when help was scarce. In the evening, though, she was not too tired to read books from the community library. For more than forty years, Gram read al
25、oud to Gramp almost every evening. In this way, she and Gramp learned about all the great battles of history and became familiar with the works of great authors and the lives of famous men.She also had a deep love of beauty. When she was almost seventy-five and had gone to live with one of her daugh
26、ters, she spent a delightful morning washing dishes because, as she said, the beautiful pattern on the dishes gave her pleasure. The birds, the flowers, the clouds all that was beautiful around her pleased her. She was like the father of the French painter, Millet, who used to gather grass and show
27、it to his son, saying, “See how beautiful this is!” In a pioneer society it is the harder qualities of mind and character that are of value. The softer virtues are considered unnecessary. Men and women struggling daily to earn a living are unable, even for a moment, to forget the business of preserv
28、ing their lives. Only unusual people, like my grandparents, managed to keep the softer qualities in a world of daily struggle.8Which of the following is TRUE about Gramp according to the passage?AHe wouldnt listen to others.BHe was difficult to get along with.CHe gave his suggestions in the form of
29、orders.DHe was eager to learn.9According to the author, “softer qualities” DONT include the ability _.Ato earn a living.Bto find beauty in everyday life.Cto stay curious about new things.Dto stay positive in a world of daily struggle.10In the days of the writers grandparents _.A“softer qualities” we
30、re thought necessary but often ignored.B“harder qualities” were much harder to keep than “softer qualities”.Caverage people found it a piece of cake to earn a living.Dnot all people understood how to appreciate beauty in life.11Whats the most suitable title for the passage?ALife of My Grandparents.B
31、Harder Qualities VS Softer Qualities.CStay Soft in a Hard World.DAn Unforgettable Person.DWhile anyone can enter the 189-foot Cinderellas Castle at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida to shop or eat, Disney allows only a very lucky few to stay overnight in its Cinderella Suite, which sits a
32、t the top of the clock tower.If youve ever wondered what it feels like to be a Disney Princess, CNBC Make It got a first look with “The Bucket List Family”. Garrett and Jessica Gee and their two young children, 5-year-old daughter, Dorothy, and 3-year-old son, Manilla, slept in Cinderellas quarters
33、for the night. They were guests of Disney as part of their “30 stays in 30 days” blogging series. Heres a look inside.To get into the suite, you open a large wooden door on the ground floor of the castle and enter a Gothic-style room where a 24-hour concierge (看门人) is there to attend to any needs yo
34、u may have. Youre then accompanied into a small elevator that resembles the pumpkin coach Cinderella took to the ball. It opens directly into the suite.Walking into the suite feels like youre walking into a real castle. In the bedroom area, the two beds have carved wood frames and are made up with r
35、ich-looking linen. Stained glass windows tell a visual story of Cinderellas journey from an unloved maid to a princess. “Depending on the window, you could look out and see Fantasyland or Main Street,” Jessica says. “It was fun waking up in the morning and seeing people coming into the park.” Behind
36、 a glass case are Cinderellas glass slippers and her crown. Even the bathroom is fit for a princess. Two additional guests can sleep in the living room, which includes a “magic TV” that functions as both a mirror and an entertainment system. In a box behind the couch is a telescope so you can look o
37、ut and see the different Disney characters walking through the park below. “Our favorite part”, Jessica tells CNBC Make It, “was watching the firework show in front of the castle and then when it was over, walking right into the castle up to the suite for the night.”But dont reach for your credit ca
38、rd just yet. The suite, which offers guests a chance to stay in the center of Magic Kingdom, is by invitation only. Reportedly, Disney has turned down large sums from people eager to stay. When asked to describe the overall experience, Jessica, a lifelong Disney fan, says it was amazing.12How can yo
39、u get into the suite?ABy taking a pumpkin coach.BBy attending a ball.CBy taking a lift.DBy knocking at the door.13What can you do in the suite?AGo on a journey with Cinderella.BAct as a guide when people come into the park in the morning.CEnjoy the sight of different Disney characters without coming
40、 out.DSet fireworks in front of the castle.14You can have a chance to stay in the suite when _.Ayou pay by credit cardByou take two friends with youCyou pay a large sum of moneyDyou are invited by Disney15Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?AThe secret suite inside Cinderell
41、as CastleBA lucky family chosen to be Disneys guests.CWalt Disney World Resort in OrlandoDA girls dream comes true in Disney二、七选五（共5小题；每小题2.5分，满分12.5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。Living the light lifeMany of us like to dine out and treat ourselves to delicious food. We are used to choos
42、ing hearty, fat-filled dishes and sugar-charged desserts, which are not easily cooked at home.16According to Economic Daily, low-calorie, low-fat and high-fiber meals have become popular in Chinas restaurants and online delivery platforms.17 According to a report released by Meituan, a major online
43、food delivery platform, the number of light meals ordered online also rose 75 percent from the previous year.Having a light meal doesnt mean eating only vegetables. Different from the meat-free lifestyle, a typical light dish avoids oily, salty and spicy food.18. Healthy nutrients are the theme of t
44、he light meal.These dishes are useful for keeping healthy and controlling your weight.19 “After eating several light meals, I feel my appetite is becoming poor. I now prefer light flavors,” Zou Jing, a college teacher in Wuhan, told China Daily. She shared a picture of her lunch: a mixture of beef,
45、eggs, corn, mushrooms and cherry tomatoes.These changes in eating behavior are connected with deeper changes in how people think about food. Diet quality, not quantity, is important for both weight control and long-term well-being. 20 It will satisfy not only your stomachs but maybe also your hearts
46、.AIt is important that you go on a diet based on your own needs.BInstead, it contains things like boiled meat, whole grains, fruits and vegetables.CSo the next time you have a party with friends, try a light meal.DTo avoid putting on weight, diners are willing to try every means.E. The country saw a
47、 rapid expansion of restaurants specializing in light meals.F. Thats probably why so many people, especially young adults, are into them.G. The recent rise of light meals, however, gives diners a smarter choice.三、完形填空（共15小题；每小题1分，满分15分）阅读下面短文，从所提供的四个选项中选出最佳选项.Have you ever rushed to some place very
48、important only to realize youre on the wrong bus and youll never make it in time? One woman in New Zealand 21 this last week, but the bus driver went 22 the call of duty to help her out.Last Sunday, Mason was on her way to see her 79-year-old mom who lives in a nursing home. Due to its recent rules,
49、 23 are limited to an half-hour period scheduled in advance. When Mason 24 she hadnt got on the right bus and her 30-minute window was fast closing, Mason started crying, tearfully 25 to the bus driver 57-year-old Alex Bailey what had happened.Rather than offer routine regret and keep to his schedul
50、e, Bailey decided to 26 . With nods from the other 27 , Bailey detoured (绕道) the bus and 28 Mason to her destination, dropped her off, and then calmly went back to his regular route.By 29 , as Mason arrived at the nursing house, a news reporter was there. Mason told the reporter her 30 , expressing
51、praise for the bus driver. The story 31 the evening news, and then it hit social media. Bailey was Internet 32 ”.Actually, Bailey is only one of the serving members during the COVID-19 pandemic (流行病), who has been 33 around the clock to ensure key workers, education and communities stay 34 and keep
52、the city running smoothly. Later, he said that it was just a 35 , magical moment, and it was just the right thing to do.21AannouncedBidentifiedCpostponedDexperienced22AwithinBbeforeCthroughDbeyond23AvisitsBprofitsCcoursesDpresents24AremindedBdeterminedCrealizedDdoubted25AleadingBexplainingCapplyingD
53、belonging26Amove roundBrun offCcalm downDtake action27AdriversBpatientsCpassengersDfriends28AdroveBexploredCtrackedDdirected29AentertainmentBnecessityCaccidentDmistake30AtroubleBplanCnameDtale31AreceivedBmadeCbrokeDreported32AintelligentBaddictedCfamousDunbearable33AworkingBwaitingCchangingDrescuing
54、34AconnectedBawakeCcurrentDfamiliar35AcreativeBniceCquietDformal四、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。(每小题1.5分，满分15分)Although Laughter Yoga definitely includes some yoga, dont expect it to have much in common with the yoga classes36(offer) at your local studio or gym. It promotes the use of laughter as
55、a form of physical exercise, attaching37(much) importance to the former than to the latter.Laughter Yoga38(create) in the mid-1990s as a social experiment. In 1995, Dr. Madan Kataria called on a group of students in a park39(test) whether adding regular laughter to peoples lives would improve40(they
56、) well-being, Kataria also introduced deep breathing and simple yoga moves41the exercises.Medical research 42(suggest) that language is a good way to reduce stress and help people feel good. Kataria Laughter Clubs are popping up in response to peoples need to handle 43(press).Kataria also offer book
57、s and DVDs to people 44dont have access to a local Laughter Club. However，connecting with other humans is45big part of Laughter Yogas success in helping people feel better and experience more joy.五、提纲类作文(满分15分)46假定你是李华，是你校英语俱乐部的成员。今年是中国共产党诞辰一百周年，你校英文报“双 语话中国”（“Talk about China to the world）栏目录制了红色故事
58、系列视频。现面向全校学生招聘志愿者为该系列视频配英文解说。请你为此写一份招聘启事，内容包括：1.目的2.条件（擅长英语表达;了解党史;热爱传播红色精神等）3.报名邮箱：Englishclub ahschool. com注意：1.词数100左右；2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯；3.短文题目已为你写好。参考词汇：中国共产党 the Communist Party of China （CPC） 解说 narrate六、读后续写(满分25分)47阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写阿段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。At first glance she looked like any othe
59、r old woman, plodding along in the snow ,alone,neglected,head bowed. A young couple, smiling,taking,laughing, arms loaded with Christmas presents,took no notice of the old woman. A mother with two small children hurried by, on their way to grandmothers house. Like many others, they took no notice,ei
60、ther. If these people had noticed,they would have seen that the old woman wore no shoes. She walked bare foot in the ice and snow.With both hands the old woman gathered her worn button-less overcoat at the collar to keep out the wind. She stopped and stood bent and bowed at the bus stop.A red and bl
61、ue scarf covering her head, she waited for the downtown bus.A gentleman carrying an Important looking briefcase waited near her,not too closely.After all,she could have something contagious (传染的）. A teenage girl also waited for the bus,She glanced repeatedly at the old womans feet, but said nothing.
62、The bus arrived and the old woman slowly, painfully boarded.She sat on the sideways sent Just behind the driver.The gentleman and the teenage girl hurried to the back of the bus.A little boy pointed at the old woman,Look,Mother,that old lady is bare foot.The embarrassed mother slapped his hand down.
63、 Dont point at people, Andrew. Is not polite to point. She looked out of the window.She must have sons or daughters, a lady in a fur coat suggested, “her children should be ashamed of themselves. She felt morally superior,because she took good care of her mother.A man seated near the middle of the b
64、us steadied the bag of gifts on her lap. Dont we pay enough taxes to handle situations like this? he said to a friend seated beside him.“People have to learn to save their money, a well-dressed young college man added. “If that old woman had saved when she was young, she wouldnt be suffering now. It
65、s her own fault.And all these vain(虚荣的）people beamed with satisfaction that they had all given such deep analysis,totally ignoring the old woman who badly needed a pair of shoes immediately.注意：续写词数应为150左右A vain businessman felt offended by those talking without acting and reached into his wallet._At the next stop.a young man wearing expensive.new.brand-name shoes boarded the bus,_