1、廉江三中2020-2021学年高二第一次月考英语（考试时间：120分钟 试卷满分：120分）第一部分 阅读理解 （共两节，满分40分）第一节 （共11小题；每小题2.5分，满分27.5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，并在题卡上将该项涂黑。AWelcome to the British Museum, the grandest and the most spectacular （场面富丽的，壮观的）of human history. The admission is free and we open every day from 10:00 to 15
2、:30. You can explore 10 departments including:The Department of Africa, Oceania and the AmericasThe collection of the Department of Africa, Oceania and the Americas includes around 350,000 objects. The scope of the collection is contemporary（当代的）, and historical. It includes most of Africa, the Paci
3、fic and Australia, as well as the Americas. All of the collections were got during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries and date from this time.The Department of AsiaThe Department of Asia covers the material and visual cultures of Asia a vast geographical area of Japan, Korea, China, Central Asia
4、, Afghanistan, South Asia and South-East Asia. The collection dates from about 4000 BC, to the present day. It represents the cultures and ways of life of local people and other minority（少数的） groups.The Department of Greek and Roman EmpiresThe Department of Greek and Roman Empires features antiquiti
5、es (古董). It has one of the most comprehensive collections of antiquities from the Classical world, with over 100,000 objects. These mostly range in date from the beginning of the Greek Bronze Age (about 3200BC) to the time of the Roman emperor Constantine in the fourth century AD.1. The scope of the
6、 Department of Africa, Oceania and Americas doesnt include_.A. Africa B. the South America C. Britain D. Australia2. The earliest collection is from _.A. The Department of Africa, Oceania and the AmericasB. the Department of Renaissance and Humanism C. The Department of Greek and Roman EmpiresD. The
7、 Department of Asia3. The Department of Asia represents _.A. the geographic features of AsiaB. the life styles and cultural traditions of some peoplesC. the cultural fights between some native groupsD. the relationships among Asian countries BWhen youre out with a friend and take a photo of yourselv
8、es，do you know that you are also creating a work of art? Or that you are competing with Vincent van Gogh himself? Probably not. Your idea might be to show off your selfie(自拍)on WeChat or QQ，but you probably dont think of the internet as a gallery or of yourself as an artist.But the manager of London
9、s Saatchi Gallery，Nigel Hurst，thinks that the casual pictures we take of ourselves do have something in common with self-portraits（自画像） by the great masters. In support of the idea，the Saatchi Gallery(萨奇画廊)has a new exhibition called From Selfie to Self-Expression，which is running now until May 30.I
10、t features well-known self-portraits from artists including those drawn by Dutch painters Van Gogh and Rembrandt. It also has selfies on show，which include one taken by US celebrity(名人) Kim Kardashian and another of former US President Barack Obama with former UK Prime Minister David Cameron，accordi
11、ng to the BBC. The gallery is even encouraging visitors to add their own selfies to the show.Hurst is perhaps not being 1 00 percent serious. He isnt claiming that a photo you take of yourself in your favorite restaurant can be compared with a self-image painted by Van Gogh. But he does make a serio
12、us point. Once upon a time，it was only artists who could make images of themselves. They were the only ones，as Hurst told The Guardian，who “had the skills，materials and tools to create self-portraits. “Today，however，we all have that ability through our smartphones.”And Hurst described the smartphone
13、 selfie as an example of “a transform in society using technology as a means of self-expression”. He told The Guardian：“The selfie generation is becoming the self-expression generation as each of us seeks to explore and share our inner creativity through the one artistic tool to which we all have ac
14、cess，the smartphone.”The popularity of the selfie rocketed after smartphones started to become widely used. In 2013, Oxford Dictionaries named “selfie” as its word of the year. As Pamela Rutledge, a professor at the Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology, told Vogue magazine: “the cult (热潮)
15、of the selfie celebrates regular people”.4. Which of the following can be the best title for the text?A. Age of Selfie Artists B. Age of the SmartphonesC. Selfies of CelebritiesD. The Appearance of the Smartphone Selfie5. What does the underlined word “features” in paragraph 3 most probably mean?A.
16、informs B. sells C. shows D. misses6. What does the author mean by the underlined sentence in Paragraph 4?A. Smartphone users are more competent than artists before.B. Smartphone users use the smartphone functions to create self-images.C. The smartphone has got a powerful self-photographing ability.
17、D. The smartphone has the skills, materials and tools to make self-images.7. How does Hurst feel about the smartphone selfie?A. Negative. B. Positive. C. Casual. D. Concerned CFor Western designers, China and its rich culture have long been an inspiration for Western creative.Its no secret that Chin
18、a has always been a source(来源)of inspiration for designers, says Amanda Hill, chief creative officer at A+E Networks, a global media company and home to some of the biggest fashion(时尚)shows.Earlier this year, the China Through A Looking Glass exhibition in New York exhibited 140 pieces of China-insp
19、ired fashionable clothing alongside Chinese works of art, with the aim of exploring the influence of Chinese aesthetics(美学)on Western fashion and how China has fueled the fashionable imagination for centuries. The exhibition had record attendance, showing that there is huge interest in Chinese influ
20、ences.China is impossible to overlook, says Hill. Chinese models are the faces of beauty and fashion campaigns that sell dreams to women all over the world, which means Chinese women are not just consumers of fashion they are central to its movement. Of course, only are todays top Western designers
21、being influenced by China-some of the best designers of contemporary fashion are themselves Chinese. Vera Wang, Alexander Wang, Jason Wu are taking on Galiano, Albaz, Marc Jacobs-and beating them hands down in design and sales, adds Hil.For Hill, it is impossible not to talk about China as the leadi
22、ng player when discussing fashion. The most famous designers are Chinese, so are the models, and so are the consumers, she says. China is no longer just another market; in many senses it has become the market. If you talk about fashion today, you are talking about China-its influences, its direction
23、, its breathtaking clothes, and how young designers and models are finally acknowledging that in many ways.8.What can we learn about the exhibition in New York?A. It promoted the sales of artworks.B. It attracted a large number of visitors.C. It showed ancient Chinese clothes.D. It aimed to introduc
24、e Chinese models.9.What does Hill say about Chinese women?A. They are setting the fashion.B. They start many fashion campaigns.C. They admire super models.D. They do business all over the world.10.What do the underlined wordstaking on in paragraph 4 mean?A. learning fromB. looking down on C. working
25、 withD. competing against11.What can be a suitable title for the text?A. Young Models Selling Dreams to the World B.A Chinese Art Exhibition Held in New York C. Differences Between Eastern and Western Aesthetics D. Chinese Culture Fueling International Fashion Trends第二节（共 5小题 ; 每小题 2.5 分，满分 12.5分）根据
26、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。Four simple ways to stay positiveTrying to stay positive, both in good times and bad, is a great way to improve your quality of life. Try these four methods on a daily basis.1. Dont think a lot about negativity. Of course, staying positive 24 hours a day, seve
27、n days a week is a bit difficult. Letting things get to you is normal, and its actually healthy to cry or express frustrations once in a while.Its when those negative moments control your life that your emotional balance is at risk. _12_ However, dont give that sadness another second in your day.2.
28、_13_What you put into your body directly affects how you feel on the outside. Fill yourself with good, healthy foods like fruits and ve getables and limit snacking. Exercise is equally of great importance. Take a few days out of your week for at least half an hour of activity, and try to stick to a
29、routine. _14_ 3. Be kind to others._15_ Making someones day a bit brighter not only puts a smile on his or her face, but also yours as well. Remember to smile and treat each person with pity and respect. Good deeds are contagious (传染的) , and your positive attitude may spread among others.4. Take it
30、one day at a time.Being positive isnt an instant thing. Its a steady effort that we follow every hour of every day. _16_ Instead, focus on living in the moment and doing what you can to make each moment better.A. Take your lunch breaks outside.B. Eat healthily and stay fit. C. Even going outside for
31、 a walk and enjoying the sunshine improves your mood.D. Gratitude helps you appreciate life in bad times.E. Good feelings come from acts of kindness and selflessness.F. Take a few minutes to feel sad and accept what happened. G. Dont worry about what the future may bring.第二部分 英语知识运用第一节 完形填空（共15小题；每小
32、题1分，满分15分）The TV English has an important part in our city though it began only several years ago. During the _17_ years of operation, there was only _18_ programmes for _19_ who wanted to_20_ English. Those English language programmes of _21_ and learning were not _22_ at all _23_ the teachers on T
33、V talked too _24_ in Chinese on grammar or just gave some translations or _25_. Watching English on TV was _26_ as listening to the teacher in the _27_. But now the TV English has greatly _28_. There are lots of new good programmes , _29_ English on Sunday, American English, Follow Me to Science, An
34、imal World, English News, English TV Show, Business English, Sports, MTV. Those programmes are usually so _30_ and easy to understand that more and more people enjoy watching them. They are becoming widely _31_ not only with all English learners but with the public.( ) 17. A. last B. many C. past D.
35、 first ( ) 18. A. little B. few C. a few D. a little ( ) 19. A. teachers B. people C. children D. students ( ) 20. A. speak B. teach C. be D. learn ( ) 21. A. teaching B. working C. broadcasting D. speaking( ) 22.A. useful B. important C. interesting D. necessary( ) 23. A. when B. because C. unless
36、D. if( ) 24. A. much B. slowly C. badly D. quietly ( ) 25. A. words B. lessons C. texts D. explanations( ) 26. A. as good B. the same C. as much D. as helpful ( ) 27. A. theatre B. house C. park D. classroom ( ) 28. A. improved B. gone up C. stayed up D. appeared ( ) 29. A. expect B. such as C. than
37、ks to D. and ( ) 30. A. wise B. long C. lively D. strange ( ) 31. A. popular B. lovely C. rich D. shaken 第二节 语法填空（共 10 小题；每小题 1.5 分，满分 15 分）阅读下面材料，在空白处填入适当的内容或括号内单词的正确形式，并将答案填写在答题卡题号为 32-41 的相应位置上。Did you grow up in one culture, your parents came from another, and you are now living in a 32 (total)
38、different country? If so, then you are a third-culture kid.The term “third-culture kid” _33(use) in the 1960s for the first time by Dr. Ruth. She first came across this phenomenon while 34 (research) North American children living in India. In general, third-culture kids benefit from 35 (they) inter
39、cultural experience and they often reach excellent academic results.Yet many 36 (difficulty) may arise from this phenomenon. Third-culture kids may not be able to adapt themselves completely 37 their new surroundings. Also, they often find it hard 38 (develop) new friendship. Additionally, for 39 th
40、ird-culture kid, it is often easier to move to a new country than to return to his homeland. For example, after living in Australia 40 many years, Louis finally returned to the country 41she was born. She didnt know anything about current TV shows or fashion trends. And she didnt share the same valu
41、es as other teens of her age.第三节 用所给单词的正确形式填空（共 5 小题；每小题1分，满分 5 分）42. Without supporting evidence, we cant make a _(conclude).43. Will the 4:00 train be _(convenience) to you?44. Animals in a zoo are not living in their natural _(surround).45. First, your job here will be an _(assist).46._(exhaust),
42、 I slid into bed and fell fast asleep.第四节 完成句子（共 5 小题；每小题1分，满分 5 分）47. I my safe arrival. 我通知了父母我已平安抵达。48.My secretary _ to be held this afternoon.我的秘书提醒我参加今天下午即将举行的会议。49.At that time, the American southern states wanted to _the Union.当时美国南方各州想脱离联邦。50.This medicine will_.这种药会治愈你的感冒。51.The book _ on
43、his life.那本书对他的一生影响很大。第三部分 写作 （共两节，满分40分）第一节 （满分15分）假如你是李华，假设你暑期计划兼职，想应聘湛江市某旅游公司“一日游”导游，带外国人游玩湛江市，请根据自己的情况写一封申请信。要点如下：1、说明兼职原因； 2、阐述自身优势； 3、渴望得到兼职。注意：字数要求 100 字左右。开头与结尾已经给出，不算进总字数；可以适当发挥。Dear Sir,_ _Yours,Li Hua第二节(满分25分)阅读下面材料，根据其内容和所给段落开头语续写两段，使之构成一篇完整的短文。续写的词数应为150左右。“Im going to miss you so much
44、, Poppy,” said the tall, thin teenager. He bent down to hug his old friend goodbye. He stood up, hugged his parents, and smiled, trying not to let his emotions (情绪) get the better of him. His parents were not quite able to keep theirs under control. They had driven their son several hours out of tow
45、n to the university where he would soon be living and studying. It was time to say goodbye for now at least. The family hugged and smiled through misty eyes and then laughed. The boy lifted the last bag onto his shoulder, and flashed a bright smile. “I guess this is it,” he said. “Ill see you back h
46、ome in a month, okay?” His parents nodded, and they watched as he walked out of sight into the crowds of hundreds of students and parents. The boys mother turned to the dog, “Okay, Poppy, time to go back home.” The house seemed quiet as a tomb without the boy living there. All that week, Poppy didnt
47、 seem interested in her dinner, her favorite toy, or even in her daily walk. Her owners were sad too, but they knew their son would be back to visit. Poppy didnt. They offered the dog some of her favorite peanut butter treats. They even let her sit on the sofa, but the old girl just wasnt her usual
48、cheerful self. Her owners started to get worried. “What should we do to cheer Poppy up?” asked Dad. “Weve tried everything.” “I have an idea, but it might be a little crazy.” smiled Mom. “Without anybody left in the house but us, this place could use a bit of fun. Lets get a little dog for Poppy.” I
49、t didnt take long before they walked through the front door carrying a big box. Poppy welcomed them home as usual, but when she saw the box, she stopped. She put her nose on it. Her tail began wagging (摆动) ever so slowly, then faster as she caught the smell.Para.1 Dad opened the box and a sweet litt
50、le dog appeared. Para.2 A few weeks later, the boy arrived home from the university. 廉江三中2020-2021学年高二上学期第一次月考英语参考答案一、 阅读理解 CDB ACBB BADD FBCEG二、 完形填空 DCBDA CBADB DABCA三、语法填空：32.totally 33. was used 34. researching 35. their 36. difficulties 37.to 38. to develop 39. a 40. for 41. where 四、单词填空42.conc
51、lusion 43.convenient 44.surroundings 45.assistant 46.Exhausted 五、完成句子47. informed my parents of 48.reminded me of the meeting49.break away from50.cure you of your cold51.had a great influence.六、应用文写作 Dear Sir,I am Li Hua, a middle school student in Zhanjiang. Im writing to apply for the position of
52、the tour guide for Zhanjiang One-day Trip.I long to be a guide for the reason that it helps a lot to enrich my life experience. Whats more, it does good to my oral English since with the rapid development of tourism, more and more foreigners visit Zhanjiang.And I am fully convinced that Im qualified
53、 for the post. First of all , I have no difficulty communicating with English-speaking people fluently and effectively. Additionally, it is for 16 years that I have been living here so that I am familiar with many places of interest in Zhanjiang, which is my super advantage to introduce more than bo
54、oks to foreigners. Last but not least, I am a person of responsibility and enthusiasm. I am sure I can perform my job excellently. I would be grateful if you could consider my application and offer me the opportunity to serve your company as a part-time worker.Looking forward to your reply. Yours,Li
55、 Hua 七、读后续写 Dad opened the box and a sweet little dog appeared. The fluffy little creature examined her new surroundings curiously, and then quickly fixed her gaze at Poppy, who was nudging her nose toward the new dog and wagging her tail vigorously. Poppy seemed puzzled at first, but in no time, th
56、e two dogs were chasing each other around the living room, as if Poppy was showing her little guest around her new home. Her parents watched them playing around and smiled with reliefPoppy was back to her old cheerful self! A few weeks later, the boy arrived home from the university. To his great su
57、rprise, it was not just Poppy, but two dogs, that dashed out of the house as the doorbell rang. “Meet Pipan, Poppys new playmate,” exclaimed Dad. “Poppy has been gloomy ever since you left for university, we thought Pipan might cheer her up”. The boy beamed while patting both dogs: “I dont know if I should feel thrilled for having a new puppy or sad because Poppy has found a new best friend!”.
