1、鹤山二中2020-2021学年度第一学期期中考试高二级英语试卷（考试时间：120分钟 卷面总分：150分）温馨提示：请把答案写在答卷上，只交答卷。第一部分 听力理解（共15题，每题1分,共15分）听第1段材料，回答1-3题。1. Why did the man talk to his doctor? A. He was gaining weight. B. He felt tired all the time. C. He had trouble sleeping. 2. Who is the woman? A. A psychologist.（心理学家） B. A nurse. C. The
2、 mans boss. 3. What does the woman think the man should do? A. Work less. B. Find another job. C. Ask for more money. 听第2段材料，回答4-6题。4. How can the man help the woman? A. By rescuing her cat. B. By putting out the fire. C. By buying cookies for her child. 5. What does the man do now? A. He is a vet.
3、B. He sells knives. C. He is a firefighter. 6. Why does the man like his current job? A. He loves pets. B. He enjoys being outside. C. he can earn more money. 听第3段材料，回答7-9题。7. How many hours does the meeting last? A. Two. B. Three. C. Five.8. What does the president think of the speakers? A. They ar
4、e active. B. They are careful. C. They are lazy. 9. What are the speakers talking about? A. A project. B. Their new boss. C. A meeting. 听第4段材料，回答10-12题。10. When will the man go to eat?A. This Friday B. This Saturday C. This Sunday11. How many people will the man eat with?A.6 B.7 C.812.Whats the mans
5、 phone number?A.78182469 B.78862496 C.78182496听第5段材料，回答13-15题。13. When does the man usually eat?A. Before leaving the officeB. After cooking at homeC. Before getting home14.What does the man like doing in the evening?A. Going to parties B. Meeting friends C. Reading15.Whats the man like?A. Unsociabl
6、e B. Hard-working C. Easy-going二、 单项选择题。( 20题，每题1分,共20分)16. As we know, a chess set _ 32 chessmen. A. consists in B. consists of C .is consisted in D .is consisted of17. The boss required that Tom who had broken the glass _ for it.A. must pay B. paid C.paying D. pay18. Doyouknowwho_thePythagoreanthe
7、orem (勾股定律)?A.putaside B.putoff C.putaway D.putforward 19. The water was left running all night long. Yes. It seemed that John _. He was the last one to leave the lab. A. was to be blamed B. was to blame C. had been blamed D. should be blamed 20. When _, ice changes into water. A. to heat B. heating
8、 C. heated D. they are heated21. _ and _, they ran out of the room. A. Being excited； happily B. Exciting； happy C. Exciting； happily D. Excited； happy22. _ with a difficult situation, Arnold decided to ask his boss for advice. A. To face B. Having faced C. Faced D. Facing23. The secretary reminded
9、me _ there was a meeting that afternoon.A. of B. about C. that D. on24.Shewassocarelessthatshe_animportantdetailinheraccount.A.leftout B.leavesout C.leftoff D.leftaside25. When we got there，he was about to leave，so he only had time to explain _ to us what he thought of our plan A. carefully B. rough
10、ly C. impatiently D. repeatedly26.Hethoughthehadlookedattheproblemfromevery_.A.wayB.meansC.sidesD.aspect 27.We think _ our duty to pay taxes to the government.A. that B. it C. 不填 D. this28. _ the mud and soil have been moved away _ firemen can save the people in the ruins.A. It is only then; that B.
11、 It is only when; that C. It is; that D. It is if; when29. _ we were both staying at the Grand Hotel and next day he asked me to dine with him.A. That happened to B. It is happened that C. What happened D. It happened that30. - Whats the matter with you?- _ the bowls after supper, my finger was cut
12、unexpectedly.A. Cleaning B. To clean C. While cleaning D. While I was cleaning31. I think it a great honor _ to visit your country.A. having invited B. inviting C. to be invited D. to invite32. I dont do well in _ English. A. speaks B. to speak C. spoken D. speak33.It is no good _ such a thing.A. do
13、 B. to do C. doing D. done34. The murderer was brought in, with his hands _ behind his back.A.to be tied B. being tied C. tied D. having tied35._ the railway station,we had a break,only _ the train had left. A.Arriving at;to find B.Coming to;discovering that C.On arriving at;finding out D.Hurrying t
14、o;to have found out 三、完形填空。( 20题，每题1分,共20分)I worked in a restaurant. One night, a woman came in with three small children. As a waiter, I could 36tell who is going to tip well and who isnt going to tip at all. She asked about the 37of everything on the menu, but she ordered 38 water to drink. Her da
15、ughter asked her “Mum, can I have milk?” The woman pulled out her purse and 39 her change before saying yes. Then I was 40that I wouldnt get a tip.At the 41of the meal, she paid entirely in coins. When I went back to clear the table, to my 42, there were a lot of coins left for me. It amounted to 8
16、dollars, about the 25% of the 43. Here was a woman who 44 to count her money before45 her daughter chocolate milk, 46 she wanted to make sure she still had enough to tip me generously.Was it the 47 tip Ive ever got? No, but its the only one I48 after all these years.This story is a(n) 49that the ver
17、y best aspects（方面）of 50nature can shine through in even the most 51 everyday situations. The first 52 may be powerful, but its important to let others 53 their true nature rather than making quick 54 about them. Generosity is a valuable virtue to develop, whether you 55 to be rich or poor.36. A. fir
18、stly B. suddenly C. usually D. hardly37. A. material B. price C. taste D. cooking38. A. even B. much C. again D. only39. A. counted up B. used up C. stared at D. played with40. A. worried B. convincedC. puzzled D. annoyed41. A. start B. top C. end D. cost42. A. surprise B. satisfaction C. regret D.
19、embarrassment43. A. serve B. meal C. amount D. menu44. A. tended B. pretended C. loved D. had45. A. ordering B. awarding C. passing D. lending46. A. and B. so C. for D. but47. A. smallest B. hottest C. poorest D. largest48. A. rememberB. obtain C. require D. appreciate49. A. practice B. excuse C. ex
20、planation D. reminder50. A. private B. human C. public D. social51. A. convenient B. active C. ordinary D. unusual52. A. impression B. expression C. expectation D. prediction53. A. hold B. hide C. show D. bear54. A. comments B. jokes C. notes D. judgements55. A. attempt B. happen C. fail D. desire四、
21、阅读。（共15题，每题2分,共30分）ANovember 17 is an important day for black cats in Italy. An animal rights group has named that day as“Black Cat Day”to stop the killing of thousands of the cats. Why do people hate this animal so much? It is because people believe black cats bring bad luck if you see them walking
22、 across your path. The black cat is just one of the symbols of superstition(迷信). You may already know that Western people dont like the number 13. Besides knocking over a salt bottle, they also believe that walking under a ladder, opening an umbrella indoors and breaking a mirror can also bring bad
23、luck. According to Andrew Macaskill, who works for Teens, British people believe it is unlucky to see one magpie(喜鹊). But two bring good luck. “In Britain，people like to have a horseshoe over doorThey believe it can bring good luck” Macaskill said，“But the horseshoe needs to be the right way up, The
24、 luck runs out if it is upside down” In the US, people usually spit on a new baseball bat before using it for the first time. They think this can bring good luck. Also, it is believed that good spirits live in trees. So by knocking on anything made from wood，people can call upon those spirits for pr
25、otection against misfortune. People in the US also believe there are devils in brooms(扫帚). So dont lean a broom against a bed. The evil spirits will cast a spell on the bed. 56. In Italy, people hate black cats because the people think _. A. an animal rights group try to protect them B. they walk on
26、 peoples path C. “Black Cat Day”is a bad day D. it is unlucky to see them 57. How many things that mean bad luck are mentioned in the second paragraph? A. 4 B. 5 C. 6 D. 7 58. What does the underlined word “misfortune” in the last paragraph mean? A. Bad guy B. Bad luck C. Bad devil D. Bad animal 59.
27、 From this passage，we can infer that _. A. many black cats are killed in Italy each year B. all the people in the world hate the number of thirteen C. magpies are the symbol of good luck in Britain D. in the US the things living in the trees can bring good luck 60. What is the best title of this pas
28、sage? A. Black Cat Day B. Western Superstition Symbols C. Bad Luck and Good Luck D. Western Peoples Belief B“Some day, therell be no Americans left in the NBA,” said 12-year-old Xing Tao, who joined his school team two weeks ago after watching Yao Ming in a televised NBA game, “The players will all
29、be Chinese, like Yao.”To China, Yao is a home-grown superstar who helped make the worlds first basketball league closer to Chinese players. To the NBA, the 2.23-meter center offers an opening of a different sort into the worlds largest new market. Yaos NBA first appearance against the Indiana Pacers
30、 in October reached 287 million families in the US. That game might have been a bit of a letdown to Yaos fans: He played just 11 of the 48 minutes, had two rebounds(篮板) and got no points. Comparing that with his performance on December 19, also against Indiana, Yao won 29 points and 10 rebounds. “Th
31、is was one of the most exciting games Ive had,” Yao said after Houstons 95-83 victory. The NBA has to be excited about his on-count success. In all his games, hes averaging 12.7 points and 7.7 rebounds, quite good for a new star. “Yao Ming has brought the NBA closer to the Chinese,” said NBA spokesw
32、oman Cheong Sau Ching, “That makes the dream seem practical for other people in China and proud to be Chinese.”The 22-year-old Yao is not the countrys first player in the NBA: Wang Zhizhi broke down the Dallas Mavericks in November 2003. But Yaos combination of modesty（谦虚）and skills make him a favor
33、ite back home.61. Whats the direct reason for Xing Tao to join the school basketball team? A. He watched an NBA game. B. He liked basketball.C. He hoped to play for the NBA. D. He had dream that he would become a basketball star.62. How many points did Yao Ming win in his first game in the NBA? A. z
34、ero B. two C. 29 D. 1063. What does the word “letdown” in line 6, paragraph 2 mean? A. failure B. surprise C. disappointment D. sadness.64. Why does Yao Ming win more popularity than Wang Zhizhi at home?A. He has performed excellently. B. He is modestC. More and more Chinese people like to watch his
35、 games.D. both A and B65. Whats the main idea of this passage? A. Middle school students want to play basketball. B. Yao Ming makes NBA closer to China.C. Therell be no Americans left in the NBA. D. There are many new stars from China in the NBA.CHave you ever wondered why birds sing? Maybe you thou
36、ght that they were just happy. After all, you probably sing when you are happy.Some scientists believe that birds do sing some of the time just because they are happy. However, they sing most of the time for a very different reason. Their singing is actually a warning to other birds to stay out of t
37、heir territory.Do you know what a “territory” is? A territory is an area that an animal, usually the male, claims (声称) as its own. Only he and his family are welcome there. No other families of the same species are welcome. Your house is your territory where only your family and friends are welcome.
38、 If a stranger should enter your territory and threaten you, you might shout. Probably this would be enough to frighten him away.If so, you have actually frightened the stranger away without having to fight him. A bird does the same thing. But he expects an outsider almost any time, especially at ne
39、sting (筑巢) season. So he is screaming all the tim e, whether he can see an outsider or not. This screaming is what we call a birds song, and it is usually enough to keep an outsider away.66. Some scientists believe that most of the time birds singing is actually _.A. an expression of happiness B. a
40、way of warningC. an expression of anger D. a way of greeting67. What is a birds “territory”？A. A place where families of other species are not accepted.B. A place where a bird may shout at the top of its voice.C. An area for which birds fight against each other.D. An area which a bird considers to b
41、e its own.67. Why do birds keep on singing at nesting season?A. Because they want to invite more friends.B. Because their singing helps frighten outsiders away.C. Because they want to find outsiders around.D. Because their singing helps get rid of their fears.68. How does the writer explain birds si
42、nging?A. By comparing birds with human beings. B. By reporting experiment results.C. By describing birds daily life. D. By telling a birds story.70. What does the underline word “screaming” in paragraph 4 mean?A. 哭喊声 B. 令人惊愕的 C. 尖叫声 D. 尖叫的五、七选五。（共5题，每题2分,共10分）Surprising Ways to Beat Exam StressTo ge
43、t over exam stress, firstly you need to understand the reasons behind this anxiety. Then you can establish methods to reduce the pressure you feel. Researchers have uncovered some common solutions for this: Take a quick walk. _71_ However, research has proven that exercising such as taking a walk a
44、walk can boost your memory and brain power. Plan your study routine. _72_ But what is shocking is the number of students who discount the benefits of creating a personal study plan. With some initial efforts, you can become more productive and motivated each day you approach your study by understand
45、ing your learning progress. Try to get enough sleep. The benefits of a proper nights sleep can never be underestimated. Most importantly, sleep helps your brain to absorb new knowledge into your long-term memory._73_ Let it all out. Sometimes you just need to talk to someone, and other times you nee
46、d to shout it from the rooftop or scream from the top of your lungs._74_ Speaking to a family member or friend can highlight the bigger picture for you and empower you to rise above the exam stress. _75_ Meditation（沉思，冥想） is one of the most effective ways to take a break and see your stress from a d
47、ifferent perspective. Practicing meditation is another way to stay focused while improving both mental and physical health to reduce pre-exam stress.A. Give your mind space.B. Listen to classical music.C. This may not be a big surprise .D. Figure out what you are feeling.E. So you can recall it when
48、 it comes to test day.F. Many students feel as if they should make full use of their entire time before exams.G. It clearly demonstrates the effect exercise can have on your brains activity.六、语法填空。（共10题，每题1.5分,共15分）Once, there lived a poor man in a small village. He was very clever but didnt want 76
49、_ (work) at all. He lived on 77_ the villagers gave him every day. One day he got a basket of eggs 78_ a kind lady. He began to think that he would save eggs until they were in short supply. Then he could earn a small amount of money by 79 _ (sell) them at a very good price. And then he would buy a
50、couple of goats. Very soon, he would have 80_ large group of goats. The goat milk would bring him much more money. With the money, he would buy a cow. 81_ (it) milk would bring him a lot of money. He would become much 82_ (rich), build a big house and marry a pretty woman. They would have a lot of 8
51、3_ (child). While he was lost in thought, 84_ (unlucky), he fell over a stone and all the eggs dropped onto the ground. He was very sad. That 85_ (bring) an end to the mans beautiful dream.七、单词拼写。（每小题1分,共10分）86 .He is a naughty boy and he is c_(不断地） disturbing his classmates in class.87. How much is
52、 two hundred and twenty p (加上) forty-three?88.Life is full of ups and downs. If you keep o _ (乐观的), you will feel happy.89. Maybe you have some important papers to h_. (处理，操纵；柄，把手)90. If not invited, I will not a_（参加） her wedding party.91.Dont c_ (向挑战) the cold by pushing yourself too hard.92. Li Qi
53、angs first i_ (印象) of the year 3008 was not very good.93 . A _(除了) the cost, I havent time to go.94.She is able to s_ _ the room without being noticed. （溜进）95. Our car b (出故障) on the way to the airport. Fortunately, a kind-hearted couple gave us a lift.八、应用文写作。（,共25分）假定你是李华，现在就读于大学，得知某中学招聘兼职汉语教师，为来自
54、英国的交换生介绍唐诗及有关知识。请你写信应聘，内容包括：1.自我介绍；2.个人优势；3.应聘目的。注意：1.词数80左右；2.可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。鹤山二中2020-2021学年度第一学期期中考试答案一、听力：（共15题，每题1分,共15分）1-3 CAA 4-6 ACB 7-9 BCC 10-12ABC 13-15CCA二、单选：（共20题，每题1分,共20分）16-20 BDDBC 21-25DCCAB 26-30DBBDD 31-35CCCCA三、完形填空：（共20题，每题1分,共20分）36-40 CBDAB 41-45CABDA 46-50 CDADB 51-55CACDB
55、四、阅读理解：（共15题，每题2分,共30分）56-60DCBAB 61-65AACDB 66-70 BDBAC五、七选五。（共5题，每题2分,共10分）71-75 FCEDA六、语法填空。（共10题，每题1.5分,共15分）76. to work 77. what 78. from 79. selling 80. a 81. Its 82. richer 83. children 84. unluckily 85. brought 七、单词拼写。（每小题1分,共10分）86. constantly 87.plus 88.optimistic 89. handle 90. attend 91.
56、 challenge 92. impression 93. Apart from 94. slide into 95. broke down八、应用文写作。（,共25分）【优秀满分范文】Dear sir/madam,Im Li Hua, a college student. I have learned that your school is in need of a part-time Chinese teacher. Quite interested, I am writing this letter to apply for this post. Majoring in Chinesea
57、ncient literature, I am confident that I am qualified for this post. Whats more, I am easy-going and open-minded, which enables me to communicate with people easily. When it comes to relevant experience, actually, I once worked as a part-time Chinese teacher in a Confucius Institute, where I gained experience needed. Most importantly, I hope with my professional knowledge, I can spread Chinese culture. I believe I am the right person you are looking for. Looking forward to your early reply. Yours Li Hua,
