1、甘肃省临夏县2020-2021学年高二英语下学期期末试题（B）第卷第一部分 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，从每题所给的四个选项（A、B、C和D）中，选出最佳选项，并在答题卡上将该项涂黑。ASummer Camps 2020Digging for DinosaursJune 10 to June 14,2020, July 15 to July 19,2020$395 per personWhat is a paleontologist (古生物学者) and what exactly do they do? Come find out
2、with us this summer! Well explore what paleontologists do, where they work and what tools they use while searching for fossils (化石). Well dig deeper into how a fossil is made, the different types of fossils and what information paleontologists can learn from them.Physics Past to PresentJune 17 to Ju
3、ne 21,2020, July 22 to July 26, 2020$405 per personHave you ever wondered why a baseball flies a certain way when its hit or how to shoot the perfect basket? Its Physics! This summer we will explore terms like energy and force to see how they affect things we do every day. We will look at who discov
4、ered these terms, how they influence the activities we love and how sportsmen use them to their advantage.Ancient ArtJune 24 to June 28, 2020, July 29 to August 2,2020$355 per personExperience how art began! This summer we will explore how art has changed from the Stone Age through the Middle Ages.
5、From cave paintings to building arches (拱门), well explore the world through the eyes of artists who came before us.Space Explorers: Back to the MoonAugust 5 to August 9,2020$455 per personCome join us in taking a closer look at our moon and how our astronauts got there. Well learn about what a space
6、ship needs to escape Earths pull, take a closer look at the moons surface and simulate (模拟) our own moon landing!21What will campers do in Physics Past to Present?APlay sports. BTalk with athletes.CExplore energy and force. DLearn the history of sports.22How much should you pay if you want to learn
7、about cave paintings?A$355. B$395.C$405. D$455.23Which camp can you join if you are only free in August?ADigging for Dinosaurs.BPhysics Past to Present.CAncient Art.DSpace Explorers: Back to the Moon.BDancing until you drop is a wellknown saying, but would you really be able to dance until you dropp
8、ed dead? In 1374, in some European towns, people did exactly that. They were struck by a dancing plague (瘟疫) that forced them to dance.This phenomenon (现象) was reported to have happened throughout parts of Western Europe, affecting people from the 14th to the 17th century. Hardly stopping to eat or
9、even sleep, they would dance, sometimes for days on end, making this one of the strangest sicknesses in Western history.Over the next century, there were only a few outbreaks. However, in the summer of 1518, it reappeared in the city of Strasbourg, France. It all began with a woman called Mrs. Troff
10、ea, who started to dance crazily in the street.She was soon joined by 34 people within a week; by the end of the month, the crowd had increased to 400, most of whom were women. Again, people were dancing until they could no longer continue, with some finally dying from heart attacks or exhaustion. O
11、ne report shows that the plague was killing around 15 people per day.As the plague worsened, concerned nobles (贵族) turned to the advice of local doctors, who said that the plague was a “natural disease” caused by “hot blood”. So the nobles encouraged more dancing.The reason behind their actions was
12、they believed the dancers could only recover if they danced continuously night and day. The nobles even paid for musicians to keep the moving.Then, as before, it disappeared almost as suddenly as it had come.While these events may sound highly unbelievable, there is clear written evidence that it di
13、d happen.Now, historians and scientists are still trying to find out the true cause of this phenomenon.24What do we know about the plague?AIt cost some peoples lives.BIt took place twice in history.CIt affected people of all ages.DIt stopped in the 16th century.25Why did the nobles encourage more da
14、ncing?ATo see the hot blood.BTo kill the dancing people.CTo free people of the plague.DTo prove the doctors words.26How did the plague disappear?AFor no reason.BWith local doctors help.CWith Mrs. Troffeas help.DBecause of some natural power.27Whats the purpose of the text?ATo show the history of dan
15、cing.BTo introduce a wellknown English saying.CTo provide information on the dancing plague.DTo explain the reason behind the dancing plague.CSteel Vengeance, a worldrecordbreaking hybrid roller coaster, recently made its first public appearance at Cedar Point Amusement Park in Sandusky, Ohio.The ri
16、de is constructed from both wood and steel (钢). A steel running track on a huge wooden base allows the ride to provide the types of twists (扭转) and turns that are not possible on wooden roller coasters.Steel Vengeance breaks ten world records, including tallest, fastest, and longest hybrid roller co
17、aster. “It is just a roller coaster that you want to ride again and again，” said Tony Clark, director of communications at Cedar Point. The 90degree, 200foot drop on the first hill takes your breath away.At a recent event at Cedar Point, I experienced the excitement of the new ride firsthand. Thanks
18、 to my strong heart, I had a really cool time!THE MAKING OF VENGEANCE“The biggest part of making a roller coaster is planning it，” Clark said.Jason McClure, general manager of Cedar Point, added：“We have to get a main idea of the basics of the coaster and then plan a budget.”WOOD, STEEL, AND HARD WO
19、RKRocky Mountain construction designed and built Steel Vengeance. About 1.2 million pounds of steel and 1.4 million boards of wood were used to build the ride.Fred Grubb, cofounder of Rocky Mountain, noted that “people who design roller coasters for my company have to have firsthand experience build
20、ing things with their hands, not just hold an engineering degree. When you have built things for yourself, you get it, and understand what will work.”Clark was pleased with the results. “We at Cedar Point are so happy with how Steel Vengeance turned out，” he said.McClure added：“What we put into this
21、 roller coaster was wood, steel, and a lot of hard work.”28What can we learn about Steel Vengeance?AIt is going through tests.BIt belongs to Rocky Mountain.CIt is made from both steel and wood.DIt was mainly designed by Fred Grub.29What advantage does Steel Vengeance have over wooden roller coasters
22、?AIt will last longer.BIt cost less money.CIt took less time to build.DIt offers more kinds of twists.30How did the author feel on Steel Vengeance?AWorried. BExcited.CFrightened. DShocked.31People who design roller coasters for Rocky Mountain must _.Ahold an arts degreeBbe roller coaster loversCbe s
23、kilful at wood workDhave built things themselvesDWater conservation (保护) means using limited water supply wisely and caring for it properly. Since each of us depends on water to support life, it is our responsibility to learn more about water conservation and how we can help keep our sources pure an
24、d safe for generations to come. Below are some of the main reasons why its important to conserve water. It diminishes the effects of drought and water shortages. Even though our need for fresh water is always increasing because of population and industry growth, the supply we have stays the same. Ev
25、en though water eventually returns to the Earth through the water cycle, its not always returned to the same spot, or with the same quantity and quality. By reducing the amount of water we use, we can better protect against future drought years. It guards against a series of social problems. Failing
26、 to conserve water, can eventually lead to a lack of water supply, which can have bad results. These include rising costs, reduced food supplies, health dangers, and even political conflict. Many fears have been expressed that water wars will occur in the future as water is becoming scarcer and scar
27、cer (更稀缺的) It helps to protect our environment. Reducing our water usage reduces the energy required to process water and deliver it to businesses, farms, and communities, which, in turn, helps to reduce pollution and conserve energy. It builds safe and beautiful communities. Hospitals, gas stations
28、, health clubs, gyms, and restaurants all require large amounts of water to provide services for communities. Reducing our usage of water means that these services can continue to be provided. Much of our fresh water can also be used for beautifying our surroundings trees, flowers, vegetable gardens
29、, as well as filling public fountains. Water conservation requires effort, and every little bit helps. Dont think that what you do does not matter. We can all make changes in our lifestyles to reduce our water usage. The trick is making water conservation a way of life not just something we think ab
30、out once in a while.32What does Paragraph 1 mainly show?AConserving water is very difficult.BEveryone should learn to conserve water.CMany people dont care about water waste.DWater shortage will influence the later generations.33What does the underlined word “diminishes” in Paragraph 2 mean?AProves.
31、 BReduces.CExamines. DRemoves.34Why does the author mention the services in Paragraph 5?ATo explain what services need water the most.BTo show water is widely used in our daily life.CTo explain why people today love to conserve water.DTo show conserving water benefits our communities.35Which of the
32、following can be the best title for the text?AWhy Do Water Resources Become Scarcer?BHow Can We Make Our World a Better Place?CWhy Should We Conserve Water in Our Daily Life?DHow Can We Conserve Water to Protect Our Earth?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。As a student, it
33、s important to find a balance between your schoolwork and your social life. _36_ Create a time budget. Budgeting your time can help you plan out your days. Drawing up a timetable based on upcoming events is a great way to spend each day. _37_ Keep in mind that your time budget should allow for flexi
34、bility (灵活性). There is no way to guarantee (保证) that your homework will take exactly two hours._38_ Many students choose to support themselves during their education. If you are working and studying at the same time, it can be difficult to find time for friends and socialization. _39_ It can help yo
35、u find a balance between school and socialization even if your time is very limited. Take care of your health. Poor health can make time spent either at school or with friends much less enjoyable. When you feel healthy and energized, you will be able to give your education and your friends your full
36、 attention. Get eight hours of sleep each night. Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day, even on weekends. _40_ All of these will help you avoid becoming ill. Learning how to manage your time is not only useful throughout your education, it is also a valuable skill that you will need long a
37、fter you earn your degree.ABalance your family life.BFind a social parttime job.CEat a diet with all the food you need for good health.DA job that you enjoy attending will help you stay energetic.EFind a job that allows you to socialize with customers and coworkers.FIn this article, youll discover a
38、 few helpful methods for time management.GIt helps you spend enough time on both schoolwork and your family and friends.第三部分语言知识运用(共两节，满分45分)第一节完形填空(共20小题；每小题1.5分，满分30分)阅读下面短文，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。People are often encouraged to make friends with their enemy (敌人), but the high school
39、student Xavier Staubs did more than that. He _41_ the others life. At a swimming game, the 15yearold boy rescued a _42_ under water. It was a regular swimming game. Xavier was _43_ because he had practiced for a long time. As expected, he _44_ his part with ease in the 200meter relay (接力比赛). When he
40、 was resting, he heard some people _45_ anxiously. Xavier turned back and noticed that a boy in the neighboring lane (泳道) was _46_ . Seeing this, having no _47_ to consider more, Xavier dived back into the pool immediately and _48_ the boy out to the safety zone. _49_ , the boy had nothing serious a
41、nd started breathing on his own. Xaviers _50_ got the attention of Representative John Moolenaar. He wanted to reward Xavier with recognition (表彰) that would be kept on record in the Library of Congress. At lunchtime on Tuesday, Xavier _51_ Moolenaar was coming to meet him. “Weve heard the story. I
42、think we really should _52_ what he did，” Moolenaar told CNN. “We often hear about tragedies and _53_ situations，” Moolenaar said, “but this was such a powerful _54_ of one student helping another _55_ the two boys were competitors.” However, Xaviers mother, Jillian Staubs, said she was not _56_. Ji
43、llian said she had been trying to _57_ her children like what her parents did. Her parents always told her and her sisters not to become people who just _58_ themselves. And Xavier performed such a _59_ act, which actually was something she was used to hearing about. Xavier is not only a great _60_
44、but also a dancer, band member and a straightA student. And now, a hero.41A. wasted Brecorded Csaved Dstarted42A. partner Bstranger Cvolunteer Dcompetitor43A. afraid B. confident Cstubborn Ddetermined44A. forgot Bmissed Corganized Dcompleted45A. shouting Bfighting Cbegging Dcomplaining46A. rushing B
45、waiting Cpracticing Dstruggling47A. energy Btime Cpower Dfreedom48A. drove Bthrew Cpulled Dpressed49A. Naturally BHonestly CSeriously DFortunately50A. action B. discovery Cexperience Dachievement51A. noticed Blearned Crealized Dadmitted52A. judge Bthank Cpraise Ddiscuss53A. unknown Bunsuitable Cunpl
46、easant Dunavoidable55A. as if Bin case Cnow that Deven though54A. example Btradition Caccident Dargument56A. proud Bcurious Cpatient Dsurprised57A. educate Brespect Ccriticize Dunderstand58A. show off Blook after Cthink about Dbelieve in59A. wise Bselfless Ccommon Dcareless60A. leader Bswimmer Ctrai
47、ner Dfighter第二节(共10小题，每小题1.5分，满分15分)阅读下面短文，在空白处填入适当的单词或括号内单词的正确形式。Last night, I walked into a restaurant and ordered some food. About twenty 61._ (minute) later, a group of young people walked in and ordered 62._ (they). To my amazement, they got served first and began to eat and laugh happily. I ev
48、en 63._ (hear) one of them bragging (吹嘘) about how he was connected to everyone in the restaurant. I was so angry that I called the waiter. “Yours is a special order, being prepared 64._ the head chef (主厨) himself. Their orders 65._ (prepare) hurriedly and thats why they were served first. Please ha
49、ve some juice as you wait，” he told me. I calmed down and waited 66._ (patient). Shortly after that, my meal was served by six waiters.What I didnt know was that the boss of the restaurant happened to be 67._old long lost friend of mine. She saw me when I entered the restaurant and decided 68._(give
50、) me a surprise. She changed my simple meal to a fivestar one. People at the other table were 69._(shock). Suddenly they began murmuring (发牢骚), asking 70._they didnt get that kind of service and meal.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)假定英语课上老师要求同桌之间交换修改作文，请你修改你同桌写的以下作文。文中共有10处语言错误，每句中最多有两处。每
51、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11处起)不计分。My grandpa was a firefighter for a long time. Besides controlling and put out fires, he saved people from burning buildings. He did a lot of another things, too. Aft
52、er the fire, he had to check and clean his tools so that they were always ready to the next fire. He also learned of new ways to put out fires and new things to help him did his job. Now, he has new job. He does not go into burning buildings anymore. Grandpa visits schools to share knowledges about
53、fire safety. He showed students the burn marks on his old coat. He tells everyone how to prevent fires and how to do if there is a fire and how to be safely. My grandpa is a hero.第二节书面表达(满分25分)假定你是李华，和留学生Susan约好昨晚去看电影，但你因故没能赴约。请你用英语给她写一封邮件，内容包括：1表示歉意；2说明原因；3希望得到谅解。注意：1词数100左右；2可以适当增加细节，以使行文连贯。_ 参考答案
54、1.阅读理解： 21-23 CAD 24-27 A CA C 28-31CDBD32-35 BBDC2.七选五：36.F37.G38.B39.E40.C3.完形填空：41C42D43B 44D 45A 46D 47B 48C 49D 50A51B52C53C 54A 55D 56D 57A 58C 59B 60B4.语法填空61minutes62. theirs63. heard64. by65. were prepared66patiently67. an68. to give69. shocked 70. why5.短文改错答案My grandpa was a firefighter fo
55、r a long time. Besides controlling and out fires, he saved people from burning buildings. He did a lot of things, too. After the fire, he had to check and clean his tools so that they were always ready the next fire. He also learned / new ways to put out fires and new things to help him his job. Now
56、, he has new job. He does not go into burning buildings anymore. Grandpa visits schools to share about fire safety. He students the burn marks on his old coat. He tells everyone how to prevent fires and to do if there is a fire and how to be . My grandpa is a hero.6.书面表达范文Dear Susan，Im very sorry th
57、at I didnt show up for the movie last night. I had a terrible headache and stayed in bed the whole day. I hoped it would get better in the evening but it didnt. Meanwhile, I tried to call you at about 5 pm. but there was no answer, so I left you a message. I hope this didnt ruin your evening. Im really sorry for that. I really hope you understand and that youre not too mad at me.Im looking forward to your reply.Yours，Li Hua
