1、高考资源网（） 您身边的高考专家吉林省四校协作体2012-2013学年高二下学期期中考试英语试题一单项填空（共15小题，每小题1分，满分15分） 21. The sign reads “In case of _ fire, break the glass and push _ red button.”A. 不填; aB. 不填; theC. the; theD. a; a22. I am afraid Mr. Wang _ see you now. He is on a business trip.A. cantB. mustntC. needntD. shouldnt23. Miss Smi
2、th is in hospital.Oh, really? I _ know. I will go and visit her.A . dontB. didntC. doD. did24. After a long absence, I went back to college, _ to pick up where Id left off.A. hopingB. hopeC. to hopeD. hoped25. Zhou Yanlan, one of the students in class 11, always helps her grandmother even though goi
3、ng to school _ most of her day.A. saves upB. makes upC. takes upD. puts up26. They desired that they _ the right to attend the meeting. A. had B. have C. are D. were27. The accident happened on such an evening with strong winds _by heavy rain. A. appeared B. happened C. accompanied D. mixed 28. Dont
4、 turn the room _, as I have just tidied it. A. upside down B. inside C. outside D. inside down29. I need time to _ on what you offered. A. consider B. reflect C. imagine D. suggest 30. While shopping, people sometimes cant help _ into buying something they dont really need.A. to persuade B. persuadi
5、ng C. being persuaded D. be persuaded31.By the time Mary gets home,her mother for London to attend a meeting. A.will leave B.leaves C.will have left D.left32.We firmly believe that war never settles anything.It only violence. A.carries off B.leads to C.wraps up D.breaks away from33.Language is the e
6、asiest during childhood. A.acquisition B.accuracy C.appendix D.adaptation34.It that some government officials received money from the company. A.came across B.came out C.came on D.came over35.Can I use the telephone on the table,Sir?Under no circumstances to use the telephone in the office for perso
7、nal affairs.A.anyone is allowed B.nobody is allowed C.is anyone allowed D.is nobody allowed二完形填空（每题分1.5，共30分）Then one evening, after he had looked _48_ the straw and emptied the workers pockets _49_ usual, he _50_ to him, “Listen, I know you are smuggling things _51_ this frontier. Wont you tell me
8、what it is? Im an old man, and todays my last day on the _52_. Tomorrow Im going to _53_. I promise I shall not tell _54_ if you tell me what youve been smuggling.” The worker did not say anything for _55_. Then he smiled, turned to Peter and said quietly, “Bikes.”36. A. towards B. down C. toD. up37
9、. A. filling B. pulling C. pushing D. carrying38. A. arrived B. appeared C. cameD. reached39. A. ask B. order C. makeD. call40. A. carefully B. quickly C. silently D. horribly41. A. that B. where C. how D. whether42. A. before B. after C. first D. so43. A. lucky B. hoping C. thinking D. wondering44.
10、 A. had been B. hidden C. hidingD. have been45. A. nothing B. something C. everythingD. anything46. A. taking B. smuggling C. stealing D. pushing47. A. possible B. strong C. able D. clever48. A. through B. thoroughly C. uponD. up49. A. like B. more C. then D. as50. A. told B. cried C. ordered D. sai
11、d51. A. cross B. past C. acrossD. into52. A. thing B. work C. job D. duty53. A. rest B. back C. retireD. retreat54. A. everyone B. anyone C. no oneD. someone55. A. moment B. long time C. sometimeD. some time三阅读理解（每题2分，共30分）AIn the world of fairy tales, great and powerful men are often helped to vict
12、ory by the small and weak. But in the US it has happened for real.Nine year old Noah McCullough from Texas, has taken on the role of speaking to the public in support of President George W. Bushs social security reforms.On February 25 he signed an agreement with the American Congress（国会） to work for
13、 the White House as a volunteer. “What I want to tell people about social security is not to be afraid of the new plan,” Noah said. “It may be a change, but its a good change.”Besides this task, he already has a higher goal. He plans to run for the White House in 2032. So far, Noah seems to have a v
14、ery bright future.Noahs politics do not come from his parents. “He is very patriotic(爱国的) and very republican,” said Noahs mother, Donna McCullough. “Its the way he was born.”Noahs interest began after a mock(模拟) election in the kindergarten when he was five years old. Now he has read more than 3,00
15、0 books on presidential history. He can recite the names of all 43 American presidents. He can also describe the achievements and events that took place during a presidents term of office.His unusual experiences in the presidential campaign last year made him a famous figure. He was a member of Bush
16、s presidential campaign team. He gave speeches at the Republican convention (大会) and followed Bush around on his tour of 27 states. President Bush thinks highly of the boy, saying that he is “the miracle kid of the White House”.56Noah McCullough worked for the White House _.Ato support George W. Bus
17、h in the presidential campaign Bto be a volunteer in the presidential campaign Cto show his gift in the presidential campaigns Dto drill for his running for the White House in 203257Which of the following statements is TRUE according to the passage? ANoah seems to have a very bright future because h
18、e supports Bush. BNoah is the youngest of the Americans who support Bush. CNoah has been to more than half of the states in the presidential campaign. DNoah was born with his parents dream of his becoming US President.58We can infer from the passage that _. ANoah can surely succeed in the 2032 presi
19、dential campaign BNoahs polities are deeply affected by his parents CBush had known Noah well before the presidential campaign began DNoah would develop industry and reduce government officials if he were elected President of the USA59Which is the best title of the passage?AThe Small and Weak Can He
20、lp the Big and StrongBLittle Boy Helps President BushCBeginning of Noahs Political LifeDThe US Future PresidentBThe World Cup is a tournmaent（联赛）that is joined in by huge number of fans around the world. When the tournament is being played,fans just want to find a television set to watch the game an
21、d do nothing else.The tournament is held every four years.The first official tournament took place in Uruguay（乌拉圭）in 1930.13 teams competed in the game and Uruguay won the trophy（奖杯）at last.In the 80 years since this first World Cup,a total of 19 tournaments have taken place.But only 7 countries hav
22、e been the victors in the competition.Traditionally the tourmament has been held in the two big football continents of the world,South America and Europe.The 2010 tournament in South Africa is only the third time that the World Cup has been held outside of South America and Europe.The other two time
23、s are USA in 1994 and South Korea/Japan in 2002.The winning countries in the history of the tournament have all come from either South America or Europe.Until the 2006 World Cup,Brazil is the most successful team in the history of the World Cup.It has won the trophy on five times.Moreover,they are p
24、robably the favorite team of many soccer fans around the world.They have some of the most skillful players and their team is always exciting to watch.Second to Brazil is Italy,who has won four times.The World Cup has grown from 13 countries that took part in the first tournament to 32 nations in the
25、 2010 South Afria World Cup.Without doubt,it is one of the biggest and most populare events in sport now.60.Which of the following continents has held the World Cup most times? A.Europe. B.North America. C.Africa. D.Asia.61.All the following countries have won the World Cup EXCEPT . A.Brazil B.Italy
26、 C.Uruguay D.America62.The text is mainly about . A.the rules of the World Cup B.the history of the World CupC.the biggest event in sport D.the 2010 World Cup in South Africa63.Which of the following is TRUE? A.There were 19 competitive teams in the first official tournament.B.Until now,World Cup ha
27、s been held in the USA twice.C.32 nations took part in 2010 South Africa World Cup.D.13 countries have won the World Cup trophy by now.CTop lists are lecturing people on everything from “100 books to read”. Arent you just tired of being told what to do with your time?Now you have a list to end all l
28、ists!Take a look at the following two examples from the list of “101 things not to do”:Swim with Dolphins（海豚）？Swimming with dolphins is one of the worlds most profitable tourist activities. However, not every dolphin will welcome having their busy, tiring day interrupted by tourists screaming pushin
29、g around them in the water. Worse yet, when dolphins get too near to the boats loaded tourists, they could get caught up in ropes and killed by propellers (螺旋桨).Heres a little secret. Dolphins look like smiling at you, but actually theyre just opening mouths.Go to See the Mona Lisa?There must be som
30、ething about the mysterious (神秘的) smile. The 6 million people who visit the lady in the Louvre every year cant all be wrong after all. But they can be quite annoying, standing in front of you, holding up their cameras to prevent you from seeing anything. In fact it is hard for you to see the paintin
31、g clearly because you have to stay away from it for security reasons. After queuing for hours, many tourists can remain in front of the painting only for 15 seconds at most.If the mysterious lady in the picture knew her fate, she wouldnt just be smiling, shed be laughing.So, still long to see the Mo
32、na Lisa? If you want to find out more about the list, read 101 Tings NOT to Do Before You Die. Visit www.not2dobeforeidie.co.uk and buy the book at a 20 discount.64. According to the passage, swimming with dolphins _.A. is the worlds most popular tourist activityB. gives fun to both tourists and dol
33、phinsC. will make tourists busy and tiredD. can cause danger to dolphins65. What does the author think about going to see the Mona Lisa?A. Queuing for hours is worthwhile.B. It is not as satisfying as expected.C. It is wrong to go and see the mysterious smile.D. Fifteen seconds in front of the paint
34、ing is enough.66. The list of “101 things not to do” is made most probably because its author _.A. thinks it boring to do the things suggested by other listsB. wants to provide a list different from other listsC. believes other lists are not humorous enoughD. intends to persuade people to read more
35、lists67. What is the main purpose of the passage?A. To advertise a book.B. To introduce a website.C. To comment on popular lists.D. To recommend tourist activities.DSometimes I really doubt whether there is love between my parents. Every day they are very busy trying to earn money in order to pay th
36、e high tuition for my brother and me. They dont act in the romantic ways that I read in books or I see on TV. In their opinion, “I love you” is too luxurious for them to say. Sending flowers to each other on Valentines Day is even more out of the question. Finally my father has a bad temper. When he
37、s very tired from the hard work, it is easy for him to lose his temper.One day, my mother was sewing a quilt. I silently sat down beside her and looked at her. “Mom, is there love between you and Dad?” I asked her in a very low voice. My mother stopped her work and raised her head with surprise in h
38、er eyes. She didnt answer immediately. Then she bowed her head and continued to sew the quilt.But at last I heard my mother say the following words: “Susan,” she said thoughtfully, “Look at this thread. Sometimes it appears, but most of it disappears in the quilt. The thread really makes the quilt s
39、trong. If life is a quilt, then love should be a thread. It can hardly be seen anywhere or anytime, but its really there. Love is inside.” I listened carefully but I couldnt understand her until the next spring. At that time, my father suddenly got sick seriously. My mother had to stay with him in t
40、he hospital for a month. After they were back, every day in the morning and dusk, my mother helped my father walk slowly on the country road. My father had never been so gentle. The doctor had said my father would recover in two months. But after two months he still couldnt walk by himself. All of u
41、s were worried about him. “Dad, how are you feeling now?” I asked him one day. “Susan, dont worry about me.” he said gently. “To tell you the truth, I just like walking with your mom. I like this kind of life.” Reading his eyes, I know he loves my mother deeply.Love is inside, making life strong and
42、 warm.68We can infer from the passage that when the author asked if there was love between her father and her mother,she was . A.cheerful B.cautious C.confident D.angry69When mother said“If life is a quilt,then love should be a thread.”,the author felt at the moment. A.surprised B.embarrassed C.conf
43、used D.concerned70.What is the best title of the passage? A.Love Is Just a Thread. B.My Family Is Common.C.Father loves mother in fact. D.Being ill is a good thing.四 信息匹配（每题2分，共10分）Many school require yearly parent teacher conference(家长会) for all students. 71. The list below is to help teachers prep
44、are themselves for these often difficult conferences. 72 . When you have students who are struggling in either their academics(学业) or their behaviour, you should communicate with their parents using notes or phone calls.Come to the conference well- prepared. If the student is having a hard time with
45、 their work, show the parents their grades and samples of their work. 73 If the student is misbehaving, then you should make detailed notes of their behaviour before the conference. Bring these notes to the conference so that parents can understand how their children are behaving.74 For example, you
46、 might say something about their creativity, their handwriting, their sense of humour, or make some other comment. Instead of restarting the problem youve already discussed, end with a comment that offers hope for the future. You could say something like, “Thanks for meeting with me today. I know th
47、at working together we can help Johnny succeed. ” Some teachers may have to deal with an angry parent at some point. 75. Much anger can be avoided if the parents are informed. Dont get excited yourself and make sure you avoid shouting. A. Communicating with parents before a conference is necessary.
48、B. Try to think of something nice to say about the students that have problems. C. At the end of the conference, you should make a conclusion. D. A parent teacher conference can have a huge influence on a students work and behaviour. E. Remember to thank the parents for coming to the conference and
49、working with you. F. Remember that the best way to solve this is to keep parents informed every step of the way. G. It is easier for parents to understand the problem if they can actually see examples of their childrens work.五 短文改错（共10分）It was a long time since we last saw each other. You can hardly
50、 imagine how I miss you. How are you getting with your first job? I remember you once tell me you were eager to graduate and become an English teacher. Now you must have many first-hand experience. How do you find your English teaching? Is teaching kids English as interested as you expected in colle
51、ge? And do your student enjoy your classroom teaching? Anyway, I believe you must very popular with the kids, for you are a born teacher. Hope you great success in your work! Yes, why not give me call and come for a get-together in this weekend?六 作文（25分）最近国内一份调查表明现在高中生的健康越来越糟糕。某学生英文报就此问题开辟专栏讨论这一现象，请
52、你根据下列提示给该专栏投稿。1. 你的看法。2. 分析造成这一现象的原因。（至少2个）3. 提出你的建议。（至少2点）注意：1. 词数120左右；2. 文中不得提及人名、校名及地名；3. 稿件的开头已为你写好（不计入总词数）。Dear editor, As the recent survey shows, the health of senior students has been going worse and worse.参考答案短文改错1. was - is 2. getting with 之间加on/ with 3. tell- told 4. many- much5. interested- interesting 6. student- students 7. must后加be 8. Hope- Wish9. me call 之间加a 10. 去掉in作文 高考资源网版权所有，侵权必究！